Originally a Dutch citizen born in tropical Surinam, Clarence Bekker's career has led him on a plethora of paths: he was the youngest member of the successful Swinging Soul Machine Band; also a stellar member of the 08001 world music collective; and has been a prominent voice of Playing For Change.
"We are so proud and happy to deliver this album to everyone who wants to listen to it. We put a lot of love and good energy into recording every tune. Hope you can feel the joy we had during our recording sessions. Hope we have God's blessing bringing it to the world". – The Clarence Bekker Band
Listening to Clarence Bekker will make you forget any possible nostalgia inside you, and bring joy to your soul!
Clarence Bekker Band are:
Clarence Milton Bekker - Vocals
Francisco "Rubio" Guisado - Electric & acoustic guitars
Arecio Smith - Keyboards
Kquimi Saigi - Keyboards & programming
Charlie Moreno - Bass
Carlos López - Drums
Leo Torres - Trumpet
Roberto Albrecia - Alto Sax
Pol Padrós - Tenor Sax
Special guests:
Titi Lipuo - Vocals (track 6)
Kumar - Vocals (track 5)
Lauren Nine - Vocals (track 9)
Arnau Figueres - Bass (track 4)
Desiree Diouf - Backing vocals (all tracks except 1, 6, 10, 12)
Marta Trujillo - Backing vocals (all tracks except 1, 6, 10, 12)
DJ Panko - Scratch & FX (tracks 5 and 8)
Gabriel Amargant - Soprano Sax (track 2)
Pere Miró - Baritone Sax tack (track 7)
Philip Mosimann - Cas Cas (track 11)