Brent's life is his music, and the study of tribal rhythms. His education has been intense and in-depth studying with drum masters in different parts of the world. His experience studying with the master professor Mr. Kwasi Badu of Ghana, Africa, was profound and very meaningful. Brent has traveled throughout Africa to study the roots of African music, tribal ceremonies and rhythms. His music takes ancestral rhythms from all over the world and combines them for a unique world beat.
DRUMSEX BY BRENT LEWIS
DRUMSEX - there's a title that definitely grabs your attention. Drop this CD into your player and you will find that the music grabs it as well. Brent Lewis presents an album that is likely his strongest to date. The rhythms are multi-layered, with his trademark Ikauma drums fleshing out the "melody" portion of the pieces. Despite the erotic suggestions of the title, the music has more of a vigorous tribal feel, which is enhanced by sound/instrument samples on a many of the tracks. "The Gates of Gomorrah," for example is a surreal whirl of complex rhythms and eerie night sounds. "Dinner at the Sugarbush," by contrast is a straight percussion tune that sports some impressive, heavy-duty beats. It's Lewis' funkiest album so far - a must for percussion fans!
1. Dinner at the Sugarbush 5:17
2. 1739 5:01
3. Popcorn and Pink Champagne 3:49
4. Hot Oil No Sweat 2:28
5. The Gates of Gomorrah 5:20
6. Twinkle Berry "The Bellydancing Chicken" 4:39
7. Temple of Love 3:41
8. Needy Needy Needy 3:57
9. Sweetheart 4:55
10. Sex, Drums and Rock n' Roll 2:17
11. Reflections 5:05
Strong melody is not something you'd expect from an all-percussion album, but with Brent Lewis at the helm, that's exactly what you get. Falling somewhere between African tribal and Caribbean styles, the music of EARTH DRUM RHYTHMS is a joy to listen to. In addition to composing and producing the album, Lewis also performs solo on the Ikauma drums (a set of 22 tuned drums on a large stand that are designed to achieve a variety of tones). Most of the tracks fall into the mid-tempo range and have a gentle, rhythmic quality that could be used for meditation, dance/choreography or simply as background music.
1. Doom Tac A Doom 5:23
2. Ode to Buckwheat 5:07
3. Ikauma Jungle Jam 5:15
4. Quicksand 3:53
5. Bone to Bone 4:43
6. Caribbean Sea 4:12
7. Scratch My Hide 5:26
8. Potent Potion 4:11
9. Tribal Consciousness 5:08
10. Voodoo You're Mine 5:17
The man behind the hit album DRUMSEX is back for more adrenaline-pumping rhythmic ecstasy. JANGALA marks the latest chapter in the percussive story of Brent Lewis, featuring his trademark ikauma drums melded with jazzy grooves and plethora of wonderfully wild instrumentation. For the uninitiated, ikauma drums are a set of 22 drums, tuned to the notes of a piano. They have a great deal more melodic range than one would normally consider for a drum, allowing Lewis to concoct some truly unique, adventurous sounding music. With JANGALA, Lewis is joined by the likes of Richard Hardy (sax), Bobby Furgo (violin), Bobby Zee (keyboards), Mic Gilette (horns) and many others to create his funky grooves. The music is brimming with danceable energy and smooth vibes - good luck trying to keep still!
1. Rum Train
2. Bongo Bird
3. Pura Vida
4. Dipping Wet
5. Rhythm Method
6. The Veil
7. Pole Dancer
8. Jangala
9. Pura Vida [Dance Mix]
10. Dripping Wet (Ode To The
On the follow-up to his naughty-but-nice, top-selling album DRUMSEX, Brent Lewis once again flirts with infectious grooves, powerful drum rhythms and creative arrangements. JOURNEY OF SOULS has a lush, at times loungey sound that blends the earthy throb of tribal drumming with light jazz textures and shuffling beats. "Dance With Me," for example, has a bit of a Latin samba sound, while "Harmonic Village" uses keyboards that are a throwback to the classic cocktail lounge sound of the 60s. His signature instrument - the Ikauma drums, adds personality and tropical flavor to the songs, providing the main melody on each cut. Lewis also has a knack for making good use of themes in his songs, and this album is no different. From the jungle flavors of "A Cry in the Night" to the thunderstorm imagery of "Rain Runner" to the peaceful whimsy of "Soul of My Brother," Lewis immerses you in a rich, vibrant world of drumming that never fails to invigorate.
1. Harmonic Village 5:40
2. Dance With Me 3:55
3. A Cry In the Night 3:25
4. Global Warning 3:21
5. Rain Runner 3:59
6. Ikauma's Alone 3:14
7. Soul Of My Brother 3:57
8. The Frog and the Princess 2:17
9. 80 Bars Around the World 2:37
10. Slaves.gov 4:00
11. Brent's Boogie 2:27
For the first time on the planet earth, Brent has created the first all drum Christmas CD. Christmas melodies are played on the drums supported by African rhythms. This is the ultimate stocking stuffer. Guaranteed to melt the heart of any scrooge!
1. Jingle Bells 2:37
2. Winter Wonderland 4:09
3. Santa Claus is Coming to Town 2:45
4. Deck the Hall 2:49
5. It Came Upon a Midnight Clear 3:20
6. Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer 3:28
7. The Little Drummer Boy 4:03
8. We Wish You A Merry Christmas 3:59
Jungle Moon, Site of the Sacred Drum is the most powerful drum album ever created. It is a magical tapestry of rhythms and melodic drumming that will delight the hearts of everyone. You will want to dance in a trance when you hear the Cave Witch chant. This album is the ultimate house cleaning extravaganza.
1. Cat Walk 4:27
2. Dance of the Ants 3:31
3. Cave Witch 4:55
4. Mr. Swamp Toad 4:47
5. High Humidity 4:49
6. Iwi 5:23
7. Journey to Jungle Moon 5:13
8. Buckwheat's Revenge 5:41
9. No Warning 3:52
10. Jungle Drum Boogie 3:58
Nobody can accuse Brent Lewis of not having rhythm. Put the artist in front of a set of Ikauma drums and prepare to be mesmerized. LIKE A DRUM is the artist's most diverse outing to date, featuring his drum skills in a variety of different settings, each more interesting than the last. Jazz is the key flavor of "Corky's Ivory," an exciting piece that incorporates piano and a variety of percussive textures, while "Joy" features Ikauma drumming with a Cuban spin. Guest artist Ranya's haunting chants float through "Beyond Midnight" and dynamic vocalist Rita Coolidge marvels listeners with her singing on the pop-oriented title track and "Cherokee Blues."
1. Beyond Midnight 5:52
2. Earth Tears 5:08
3. Cherokee Blues 4:52
4. Corky's Ivory 5:08
5. Language of Magic 5:25
6. Joy 4:27
7. Climactica 5:14
8. The Fun Bus 5:09
9. Blanket of Faith 4:53
10. Wild Wood 3:36
11. Like A Drum 5:20
PLAYING TIME 55:08 MP3 CLIP TRK 123 CD PRICE $16.00
MONKEY HIP GUMBO
"Monkey Hip Gumbo & Mothball Stew," what the witch doctor's got in his brew for you. This enchanting melodious album was created from a once in a lifetime magical jam session. Tony Selvage on the Electric Violin-Viola and Rolando Gingras on the EVI Wind Synthesizer join Brent in conjuring up this musical sorcery. This brilliant ensemble has captured the essence of universal rhythm and melody; creating a delight for the entire world.
1. Salsa 5:01
2. Enchantess 4:13
3. Calypso Bird 4:05
4. The Skunk Says Funk 4:22
5. If Worms Could Sing 5:58
6. Uptown Cafe de Jungle 4:30
7. Monkey Hip Gumbo 3:36
8. Rainbow Ribbons 5:17
9. Tribal Reunion 5:21
10. Pachyderm Picnic 3:49
Drum roll please...can you feel the rhythm, can you feel the beat? THE PRIMITIVE TRUTH is percussionist Brent Lewis' outstanding follow-up release to his EARTH TRIBE RHYTHMS album. Additional instrumentation includes cymbals, bass and rhythm-tablas, thunder, tambourine, bass conga and more. Hear and feel it for yourself. Features several guest drummers joining Brent in exotic and exciting rhythms. The album is great for warm up, technique and choreography.
1. Wall of Drums 5:33
2. Vegetarian Voodoo Soup 4:01
3. Zombie Waltz 3:15
4. Afro/Tabla 4:34
5. Warning 4:27
6. Dance of the Martian Drum Warriors 4:39
7. Mr. Mahalo Head 4:57
8. Prayer for Water 4:51
9. Ode to Mesmera 4:58
10. Drum Hallucinations 4:57
11. Beginning of Time 5:03
12. Ikauma Stomp 4:59
Driving...intoxicating...pulsating....all of these words accurately describe PULSE, the album from percussionist extraordinaire Brent Lewis. Composed, produced, mixed and performed by Lewis, the album is melodically ignited with the invigorating "Jungle Sugar." From that moment on, we become explorers, examining time honored rhythms, tempered with Lewis' unique sense of melody. Instrumentation is varied, including violin, flute, talking drum, tablas, gongs and various percussion instruments. With his influences as exotic as they are diverse, one can expect this album to enjoy the same type of popularity that his other recordings have.
1. Jungle Sugar 4:43
2. Drums on the Nile 4:54
3. Witch Doctor 4:38
4. The Bird 4:54
5. Talking Drums 4:23
6. Magic Carpet 5:09
7. Mumbo Jumbo 5:08
8. Sticks 4:14
9. Message from the Forest 4:33
10. The Boatman 4:35
"Rhythm Hunter" has guest artists playing the didgeridoo, violin, Indian flute and saxophone along with Brent's artistry. All of his albums are excellent for dancing; and this one is a choreographers dream.
CD PRICE $16.00
SHAMAN'S WAY BY BRENT LEWIS & RITA COOLIDGE
SHAMAN'S WAY, from the earthy mixmasters at Soulfood, ventures into the heart of Native America with an assortment of tracks that feature chants, indigenous instrumentation and keyboard wizardry. Joining Soulfood's resident grooveman DJ Free is an ensemble including percussionists Brent Lewis and Jayson Fann, Walela vocalist Rita Coolidge and Objiwe elder (and flutist) Anakwad. Together the artists weave a shamanic spell over listeners with jazz/blues-tinged soundscapes that incorporate bass guitar, flutes, tribal percussion and synthesizers. If you're a fan of contemporary fusion recordings, SHAMAN'S WAY is a great mix of old and new that's sure to please.
1. Dreaming Taos 8:54
2. Shaman's Journey 3:51
3. Vision Quest 5:49
4. The Way 7:11
5. Prophecy 6:58
6. Shaman's Way 6:20
7. Echo Canyon 8:05
8. Shaman's Journey 10:36
9. Sky Creek 2:14
"Thunder Down Under" features tribal drumming and didgeridoo with Peter Wood (didgeridoo extraordinaire) joining Brent in a haunting outback experience. Close your eyes and feel a primitive animal instinct arise within you. This album is great for meditation.
1. Outback Attack 5:14
2. Wallaby Waltz 4:49
3. Thunder Down Under 4:52
4. The Mighty Termite 4:53
5. A Nursery Rhyme 4:41
6. Out of the Abyss 5:37
7. Snarl of the Garth 4:42
8. Lily of the Desert 4:42
9. Banana Boat 5:43
10. Inside the Out 5:53
11. Step by Step 4:37
12. Dogzilla 4:26
A Tisket, A Tasket, A Child's Rhythm Basket" is a new adventure exploring the dimensions of melody and rhythm. For the first time in history melodies and harmonies are played on the only set of Ikauma melodic piano drums in the world. Brent combines ancient African rhythms with favorite children's melodies in creating the most powerful and playful children's percussion album ever released! This music will dance in the heart of the child within all of us, and is a "must have" album for primary grade and pre-school teaching professionals everywhere."
1. Circus Theme 0:39
2. Shortnin Bread 3:38
3. The Mulberry Bush 0:13
4. Row Your Boat 4:35
5. I've Been Working On the Railroad 2:03
6. Old MacDonald 5:43
7. The Old Gray Mare 0:39
8. Three Blind Mice 3:47
9. Ring Around the Rosie 0:20
10. Rock-a-Bye Baby 5:32
11. Uh Oh 0:14
12. Mary Had A Little Lamb 3:23
13. The Farmer and the Dell 0:19
14. A Medley 5:01
15. The Alphabet Song 1:07
16. Oh Where Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone 0:28
17. The Boogie 0:40
18. London Bridge 3:43
19. Pop! Goes the Weasel 0:27
20. Brahm's Lullaby 4:56
21. Bonus 0:06
A follow-up in spirit to their 2002 healing arts-themed album YOGA RHYTHM, YOGA GROOVE offers a collage of catchy rhythms, Asian flavors and melodic keyboards. From the get-go, the music is very upbeat and user-friendly - partially due to the infectious rhythms lain down by Brent Lewis, who gives the music a tribal touch. Vocalese and chant samples are sprinkled throughout, making the music feel Eastern in nature (a quality which is enhanced by mild use of sitar on some of the tracks). As the name suggests, the album was designed with yoga in mind; and to that end, the music would work well for faster yoga workouts or trance dancing. The producers at Soulfood worked hand in hand with Yoga instructors, including Present Moment Retreat instructor CJ Page, to ensure an atmosphere that works perfectly with the healing art form.
1. Lotus 8:01
2. Chakra Rhythm 10:53
3. Dancing Buddha 4:53
4. Vinyasa 5:41
5. Yoga Groove 4:52
6. Mantra 5:00
7. Union 6:11
8. Om 5:48
9. Nirvana 7:27
10. Bliss 7:47
YOGA RHYTHM BY SOULFOOD WITH SPECIAL GUEST BRENT LEWIS
YOGA RHYTHM is 60 minutes of continuous music designed to be used to accompany yoga practice, trance dance and various other healing arts methods. Mixed up by DJ Free and featuring special guest percussionist Brent Lewis, listeners are provided with earthy, medicinal rhythms paired with the enchanting sounds of sitar (T. Gordon Anderson), piano (Peter Schimke), rattles and chant vocals. SOULFOOD consulted with Kripalu Center for Yoga Fellowship President Jonathon Foust, Esalen Institute Yoga/Movement Instructor Ana Poirier, Certified Yoga Instructor Rexanne Diehl and Nepalese Yoga instructor Swami Ji on the direction of the music.
1. Invocation 2:26
2. Awakening 6:23
3. Awakening (Remix) 5:48
4. Chakra Dance 6:30
5. Chakra Dance (Remix) 5:56
6. Yin and Yang 6:12
7. Yin and Yang (Remix) 6:22
8. Hatha 10:14
9. Yoga Dreaming 10:07
DRUMSEX - there's a title that definitely grabs your attention. Drop this CD into your player and you will find that the music grabs it as well. Brent Lewis presents an album that is likely his strongest to date. The rhythms are multi-layered, with his trademark Ikauma drums fleshing out the "melody" portion of the pieces. Despite the erotic suggestions of the title, the music has more of a vigorous tribal feel, which is enhanced by sound/instrument samples on a many of the tracks. "The Gates of Gomorrah," for example is a surreal whirl of complex rhythms and eerie night sounds. "Dinner at the Sugarbush," by contrast is a straight percussion tune that sports some impressive, heavy-duty beats. It's Lewis' funkiest album so far - a must for percussion fans!
MP3 clip CD PRICE $16.00
Strong melody is not something you'd expect from an all-percussion album, but with Brent Lewis at the helm, that's exactly what you get. Falling somewhere between African tribal and Caribbean styles, the music of EARTH DRUM RHYTHMS is a joy to listen to. In addition to composing and producing the album, Lewis also performs solo on the Ikauma drums (a set of 22 tuned drums on a large stand that are designed to achieve a variety of tones). Most of the tracks fall into the mid-tempo range and have a gentle, rhythmic quality that could be used for meditation, dance/choreography or simply as background music.
The man behind the hit album DRUMSEX is back for more adrenaline-pumping rhythmic ecstasy. JANGALA marks the latest chapter in the percussive story of Brent Lewis, featuring his trademark ikauma drums melded with jazzy grooves and plethora of wonderfully wild instrumentation. For the uninitiated, ikauma drums are a set of 22 drums, tuned to the notes of a piano. They have a great deal more melodic range than one would normally consider for a drum, allowing Lewis to concoct some truly unique, adventurous sounding music. With JANGALA, Lewis is joined by the likes of Richard Hardy (sax), Bobby Furgo (violin), Bobby Zee (keyboards), Mic Gilette (horns) and many others to create his funky grooves. The music is brimming with danceable energy and smooth vibes - good luck trying to keep still!
MP3 clip
For the first time on the planet earth, Brent has created the first all drum Christmas CD. Christmas melodies are played on the drums supported by African rhythms. This is the ultimate stocking stuffer. Guaranteed to melt the heart of any scrooge!
Jungle Moon, Site of the Sacred Drum is the most powerful drum album ever created. It is a magical tapestry of rhythms and melodic drumming that will delight the hearts of everyone. You will want to dance in a trance when you hear the Cave Witch chant. This album is the ultimate house cleaning extravaganza.
Nobody can accuse Brent Lewis of not having rhythm. Put the artist in front of a set of Ikauma drums and prepare to be mesmerized. LIKE A DRUM is the artist's most diverse outing to date, featuring his drum skills in a variety of different settings, each more interesting than the last. Jazz is the key flavor of "Corky's Ivory," an exciting piece that incorporates piano and a variety of percussive textures, while "Joy" features Ikauma drumming with a Cuban spin. Guest artist Ranya's haunting chants float through "Beyond Midnight" and dynamic vocalist Rita Coolidge marvels listeners with her singing on the pop-oriented title track and "Cherokee Blues."
"Monkey Hip Gumbo & Mothball Stew," what the witch doctor's got in his brew for you. This enchanting melodious album was created from a once in a lifetime magical jam session. Tony Selvage on the Electric Violin-Viola and Rolando Gingras on the EVI Wind Synthesizer join Brent in conjuring up this musical sorcery. This brilliant ensemble has captured the essence of universal rhythm and melody; creating a delight for the entire world.
Drum roll please...can you feel the rhythm, can you feel the beat? THE PRIMITIVE TRUTH is percussionist Brent Lewis' outstanding follow-up release to his EARTH TRIBE RHYTHMS album. Additional instrumentation includes cymbals, bass and rhythm-tablas, thunder, tambourine, bass conga and more. Hear and feel it for yourself. Features several guest drummers joining Brent in exotic and exciting rhythms. The album is great for warm up, technique and choreography.
Driving...intoxicating...pulsating....all of these words accurately describe PULSE, the album from percussionist extraordinaire Brent Lewis. Composed, produced, mixed and performed by Lewis, the album is melodically ignited with the invigorating "Jungle Sugar." From that moment on, we become explorers, examining time honored rhythms, tempered with Lewis' unique sense of melody. Instrumentation is varied, including violin, flute, talking drum, tablas, gongs and various percussion instruments. With his influences as exotic as they are diverse, one can expect this album to enjoy the same type of popularity that his other recordings have.
SHAMAN'S WAY, from the earthy mixmasters at Soulfood, ventures into the heart of Native America with an assortment of tracks that feature chants, indigenous instrumentation and keyboard wizardry. Joining Soulfood's resident grooveman DJ Free is an ensemble including percussionists Brent Lewis and Jayson Fann, Walela vocalist Rita Coolidge and Objiwe elder (and flutist) Anakwad. Together the artists weave a shamanic spell over listeners with jazz/blues-tinged soundscapes that incorporate bass guitar, flutes, tribal percussion and synthesizers. If you're a fan of contemporary fusion recordings, SHAMAN'S WAY is a great mix of old and new that's sure to please.
A Tisket, A Tasket, A Child's Rhythm Basket" is a new adventure exploring the dimensions of melody and rhythm. For the first time in history melodies and harmonies are played on the only set of Ikauma melodic piano drums in the world. Brent combines ancient African rhythms with favorite children's melodies in creating the most powerful and playful children's percussion album ever released! This music will dance in the heart of the child within all of us, and is a "must have" album for primary grade and pre-school teaching professionals everywhere."
A follow-up in spirit to their 2002 healing arts-themed album YOGA RHYTHM, YOGA GROOVE offers a collage of catchy rhythms, Asian flavors and melodic keyboards. From the get-go, the music is very upbeat and user-friendly - partially due to the infectious rhythms lain down by Brent Lewis, who gives the music a tribal touch. Vocalese and chant samples are sprinkled throughout, making the music feel Eastern in nature (a quality which is enhanced by mild use of sitar on some of the tracks). As the name suggests, the album was designed with yoga in mind; and to that end, the music would work well for faster yoga workouts or trance dancing. The producers at Soulfood worked hand in hand with Yoga instructors, including Present Moment Retreat instructor CJ Page, to ensure an atmosphere that works perfectly with the healing art form.
YOGA RHYTHM is 60 minutes of continuous music designed to be used to accompany yoga practice, trance dance and various other healing arts methods. Mixed up by DJ Free and featuring special guest percussionist Brent Lewis, listeners are provided with earthy, medicinal rhythms paired with the enchanting sounds of sitar (T. Gordon Anderson), piano (Peter Schimke), rattles and chant vocals. SOULFOOD consulted with Kripalu Center for Yoga Fellowship President Jonathon Foust, Esalen Institute Yoga/Movement Instructor Ana Poirier, Certified Yoga Instructor Rexanne Diehl and Nepalese Yoga instructor Swami Ji on the direction of the music.
