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Traditional Sounds

for the

Modern Era

Immerse yourself in the soulful blues of Tarnation!, where heartfelt melodies and thought-provoking lyrics come together. Explore a world of timeless musical influences and captivating performances.

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"The finest blues duo alive!...*

*...in your price range!"

Meet Tarnation!

Tarnation! - is a Washington. D.C. based blues duo featuring  Saïs Kamalidiin  (miscellaneous instruments, vocals) and Leonard Brown (guitar/violin, vocals). 
 

  • Multi-instrumentalist, Saïs Kamalidiin, a native of Houston, Texas, is an exponent of the wide-ranging Texas blues tradition as exemplified by artists like Albert Collins, Lightnin' Hopkins, Juke Boy Bonner, Freddie King, T- Bone Walker, and Johnny "Guitar" Watson among many others. Ķamalidiin plays nine different instruments and has performed extensively worldwide.
     

  • Guitarist & violinist Leonard Brown blends blues tradition with bold versatility. A New Jersey native, Brown's sound moves seamlessly through Rhythm & Blues, Mississippi Delta Blues, Jazz, Blues-Rock, Blues Ballads and Jump Blues. From heartfelt musicianship to genre-crossing performances, Brown  infuses depth, soul, and originality in every note he creates.

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