M.A.K.U. SoundSystem to perform during Oxnard World Music and Art Series on Feb. 23

OXNARD — M.A.K.U. SoundSystem will perform during the Oxnard World Music and Arts Series from 7 to 10 p.m. Monday, Feb. 23 at La Fonda del Rey, 455 S. A St., Oxnard.

M.A.K.U. SoundSystem is an immigrant band from New York City with most of its members coming from Colombia. Blending the Afro-Colombian rhythms of their homeland with the amplified kicks of synths, bass guitar, clarinet and trombone, M.A.K.U. SoundSystem combines traditional Colombian folklore with elements of hip-hop, funk, rock and jazz, and an urban and eclectic vibe.

Many of M.A.K.U.’s song lyrics delve into topics of poverty and injustice, creating a dialogue on social issues, Viva el Arte de Santa Barbara reported in a media release. Founder Camilo Rodriguez said the word Maku means ‘low-class person’ in the indigenous languages in the southern region of Colombia. ‘Sound System’ refers to the huge public parties thrown in the streets of Colombia and Jamaica in the ‘60s and ‘70s, so that M.A.K.U SoundSystem stands for a party for the people.

The event features a silent auction, art and CD sales, with proceeds to benefit the Francisco Romero Defense Fund.

Contact Armando Vazquez at 805-216-4560 or Jim Gimer at 805-228-2386 for more information.