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Tank and the Bangas

New Orleans, LA

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jazz Popularity: 41 Established Division

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Region: Mississippi Alluvial Plain Conference: Deep South Regional Rank: #134

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  • Tank and The Bangas formed at a New Orleans open mic night called Liberation Lounge.
  • Hailing from New Orleans, their music embodies the city's vibrant, eclectic spirit.
  • Winning NPR's Tiny Desk Contest in 2017 catapulted them to national recognition.
  • Lead singer Tarriona 'Tank' Ball is also a published poet and visual artist.
  • They blend funk, soul, hip-hop, spoken word, and rock into a unique sound.
  • Their song "Boxes and Squares" features a whimsical stop-motion animation video.
  • They've collaborated with artists like Big Freedia, blending bounce with their sound.
  • Tank's powerful lyrics often address social justice and personal experiences.
  • The band earned a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist in 2020.
  • Their music fosters inclusivity and celebrates individuality within the music community.
  • Tank and the Bangas formed at a New Orleans open mic night called Black Star Poetry.
  • Their Tiny Desk Concert win in 2017 catapulted them to national recognition.
  • The band blends spoken word, funk, soul, and hip-hop, defying easy genre labels.
  • Lead vocalist Tank's real name is Tarriona Ball, a New Orleans native.
  • They collaborated with Big Freedia on "Big," a track celebrating body positivity.
  • Their debut album, "Thinkgettythinkgettythinkgetty!," dropped independently in 2013.
  • The song "Boxes and Squares" features intricate wordplay and social commentary.
  • Tank's background in slam poetry heavily influences the band's lyrical style.
  • They were nominated for a Grammy for Best New Artist in 2020.
  • Tank and the Bangas embody New Orleans' vibrant, eclectic artistic spirit.

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