The Afrobeatniks draw our inspiration from the source: the popular, folkloric and spiritual music of Africa. The ancient rhythms that have traveled through time and space have now morphed into the grooves and melodies the Afrobeatniks provide, through our mutual passion for the complex and dance inducing West African, Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, Latin Jazz music. 

The Afrobeatniks are: 

Danny Quinlan, Guitars 
Alexii Carey, Bass 
Bradley Hoessle, Drumset and Percussion 
Dean Mullen Congas, Djembe, Dundunba and Aux Percussion 
Dr. Easton Stuard, Keys and Flute 
Ian Boletchek, Tenor Sax 
Michelle Nelson, Alto Sax 
Jared Wright, Trumpet

Frequent Guest Stars:

Sam Kelly, Alto & Baritone Sax 
Fred Simpson, Congas, Djembe, Aux Percussion
Evan Fricke, Bass
Etienne Tolno, Djembe and Percussion 
Damian Hagge, Alto/Tenor/Baritone Sax

Extended Community Musicians:

Fara Tolno, Djembe and Percussion
Evan Suiter, Bass
Ryan McCurry, Keys and Theramin
Bryce Staley, Trombone
Kelly Emery, Trumpet 

John Petty Tenor Sax
Christopher Ross, Trumpet

Nigerian Afro-pop in the style of Fela Kuti and Tony Allen, fused with traditional folkloric rhythm-structures of Guinea, West Africa, often serves as the vehicle to launch both original tunes and spirited covers. A bit of funk, reggae, and rock and roll round out the experience. A revolving cast of talented musicians fill out our sound during live shows.