OQO means balance. This coastal Canadian trio sounds like a ménage-a-six between Yann Tiersen, Sigur Rós, Beirut, Gogol Bordello, Cinematic Orchestra and Phillip Glass. The band writes original, cinematic, operatic folklore for Accordion, Violin, Voice, Contrabass and the occasional Synthesizer.

Ian Griffiths on Accordion and synth, Keith Rodger on Upright Bass and Jacques Mindreau on Violin and Voice have been enchanting audiences across Canada with performances at Arts Wells Festival, Tiny Lights Festival, South Country Fair, Deep Roots Music Fest, Market Fest, Market Collective and dozens of others.

OQO is set to release their second album “OQO Pt. 2” June 1st 2016. The band will be touring the record across Canada from June through August 2016. Find tour dates at www.oqomusic.com.

OQO is made up of members from two prominent Canadian folk bands, The Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra and Krasnogorsk. Originally a duo, OQO began as a collaboration between Accordionist, Songwriter Ian Griffiths and Violinist, Composer, Vocal Virtuoso Jacques Mindreau. The pair were joined in 2014 by Mount Royal University Jazz Performance graduate Keith Rodger on Upright Bass.

OQO toured the Kingdom of Cambodia in January and February of 2015 a trip that would take them on a 500km motorcycle adventure through the South East Asian country side and to the ancient ruins of Angkor Wat where the band performed and shot a music video. The group’s first Asian Tour the opened their eyes to extreme disparity and but also the resilience of the human spirit and the ability for art to empower. They performed at orphanages, schools in poor neighbourhoods and taught music to disadvantaged youth at Music Arts School in the nations capital Phnom Penh.

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Hailing from the historic shores of Cape Coast, Ghana, and now radiating his vibrant energy from Vancouver, British Columbia, Kayo Lyon (formerly known as Mr. Fantastik) is an internationally acclaimed artist and cultural ambassador. Seamlessly blending the pulsating rhythms of Reggae and Dancehall with the rich, melodic textures of Afro-Pop, Kayo Lyon crafts music that is more than mere entertainment—it is a powerful catalyst for unity, compassion, and positive social change. As a multiple-award-winning composer, vocalist, and performer, his work is a testament to the transformative power of art, echoing a life story of profound resilience and an unwavering humanitarian spirit.

Kayo Lyon’s artistic journey is intrinsically woven into the fabric of his origins. Born Jeffrey Wood in Cape Coast, Ghana, he was immersed in a world where music and dance are not just art forms but the very language of daily life. The rhythmic cadence of the fishing boats, the communal songs of the farmers, and the deep, historical resonance of this coastal town provided the foundational soundtrack to his early years.

His path, however, was marked by early challenges. As an orphan, he found structure and spiritual grounding at the Little Ashram in Tarkwa, Ghana. It was here that the disciplines of yoga and meditation instilled in him a profound inner strength and a philosophy of peace that would later permeate his music. At the age of ten, he returned to Cape Coast and found his true calling upon joining the renowned musical and dance group "AGRO." This collective became his artistic family and training ground, where he honed his skills as a performer and composer.

Kayo Lyon’s sound is a meticulously woven tapestry, reflecting a lifetime of diverse musical inspiration. His early years with AGRO exposed him to the pioneering highlife and Afrobeat sounds of Ghanaian legends like Ebo Taylor, Papa Yankson, and K. K. Kabobo. The rebellious spirit and conscious lyrics of Reggae Dancehall icons such as Sizzla, Capleton, and Anthony B ignited his passion for music as a tool for empowerment and social commentary.

This foundation was further expanded by the monumental influences of global visionaries. The fearless, genre-defying Afrobeat of Fela Kuti, the soul-stirring messages of unity and love from Bob Marley, and the innovative blends of contemporary artists all converge within his work. These influences, combined with his deep connection to nature, themes of love, and a relentless pursuit of social justice, form the core of Kayo Lyon’s lyrical and compositional identity.



Kayo Lyon’s talent as a songwriter and composer, first ignited during his time with AGRO, has flourished into an impressive and recognized international career. His debut album, 'Akumapa', co-produced with DJ Lt Irie, announced his arrival as a significant voice. This was followed by a steady stream of impactful projects, including the albums 'Love Eyes', 'We Rise', 'Kaboom', and 'New Chapter', each marking an evolution in his sound and message.

His critical acclaim has been solidified through numerous international awards. His 2021 EP 'Real Warrior' featured the YouTube hit "Tease Me," which earned him the CMA10 Award for Best Dancehall Song of the Year 2021, alongside the title of International Artist of the Year. This success was compounded in 2022 with multiple awards for his subsequent EP projects 'Love Passion' and 'Good Loven', produced in collaboration with the acclaimed General Chicha and multi-award-winning producer Samuel Oja of 4/20 Drumz Studio.

Today, Kayo Lyon continues this prolific output. With over 100 mixtapes, EPs, and singles to his name, he is a constant creative force. His current album, "New Soul," promises to be a soul-stirring journey, resonating with positivity and a profound message of unity. He is also deeply engaged in collaborations with artists from Canada, Nigeria, Ghana, and the UK on upcoming projects, ensuring his sound remains dynamic and globally connected.

His latest single, "Talking Parrots," produced by Ghana's popular Beatzvampire Records, is available on all major digital platforms. This release is another step in his ongoing mission to spread motivational and inspiring music that transcends borders.

Beyond the recording studio and stage, Kayo Lyon’s commitment to his community defines his character. He is the founder of the Resilience Root Life Band in North America, a collective dedicated to bringing his uplifting live performances to diverse audiences. More significantly, he has channeled his passion into a powerful humanitarian mission.

Through his captivating workshops, Kayo Lyon brings the vibrant essence of African culture directly to schools, colleges, community councils, disability organizations, and after-school programs across the nation. Participants are invited to delve into the heart of African traditions, exploring music, dance, drumming, and acrobatics. These workshops are not merely lessons in art; they are immersive experiences designed to foster cross-cultural understanding, build self-confidence, and promote unity through shared joy and participation.

His dedication to youth empowerment was recently highlighted during a tour of Ghana, where he engaged in radio and television interviews to discuss his youth foundation programs, further cementing his role as a positive role model and bridge between continents.

Kayo Lyon’s philosophy is elegantly simple yet profound: "The life you live is the energy you project." This belief is the engine behind every note he sings and every workshop he leads. He views music as the essential nourishment for the human soul, a universal language that can heal, unite, and inspire. As he himself says, “We are music; so let it play from within.”

This ethos is the golden thread that runs through everything Kayo Lyon does—from his earliest days in Cape Coast to his current status as an award-winning international artist and community leader. He is not just a performer but a projector of positive energy, using his immense talent and his resilient spirit to feed the souls of his listeners and foster a global community rooted in love, knowledge, and compassion. Kayo Lyon is a true testament to the power of turning personal history into a universal message of hope.

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Chita Movalez debut his music career as mentioned above at the age of 11 starting out from tourist attracted Cape Coast in Ghana Movalez was blessed with the talent and inspiration to stand out from the crowd with his desire to educate his community using music as his platform.
Chita put his talent to the mic in 2008 in a small studio in Ghana called L.O.B. a studio that derived from a few high school students that shared the same passion of music and had goals of carrying their musical goal's further across sea.
With the rising issue of malaria over taking African communities Chita Movalez and his fellow local artists and friends raised more awareness in their community with a music video on how to prevent and combat malaria.
Chita's first actual recorded song was a pilot project song called "Tell Them Again" a free style song that he recorded in that little studio.
As time went by, due to the fact that dance hall and reggae was not the primary genre in Ghana investing his life pursuing music was not feasible which led him to master his second passion; account.
Multi tasking both the music and post secondary was no easy task yet none the less Chita maintained his music even becoming the class representative and public relation officer for the accountancy student union at the Cape Coast Polytechnic.
Although it seemed as if accounting would be his final destination, Chita still had that gravitation to the music and it would be a few more years until he was discovered by Island Beats in Canada.
Holding the title of number one on the reggae charts in Cape Coast on Reverbnation and top rank at number 9 on the national charts that would be the beginning of seeing his passion for music unfold.
After gaining a multitude of fans Chita's music carried him further than one could imagine and he was recruited to come to Canada to further his musical destiny on an international level.
Arriving in Toronto, Canada Chita's message quickly traveled and landed him a live interview with Carrie Mullings of The Rebel Vibez show on CHRY 105.5 F.M. as well as with Deejay Cool of Kitchener and he has even done a collaboration with a well known reggae entertainer here in Toronto.
It is difficult for one not to be captivated and encouraged by Chita's words of upliftment and meaningful content using music as a platform to reach and teach his community and beyond which has gone a long way especially with his humble and helpful character.
The rare aspect about Chita Movalez is that his talents are composed of his hands on street knowledge, his educational background as an accountant, with the finishing touch as a reggae dance hall artist.
To date Chita has also been featured in the world known magazine L3 Magazine which has also proved to be an example of just how far this aspiring artist has reached in his flourishing career.
Working hard on a daily basis to reach people from coast to coast its clear to see that he journey is well on the way to reaching the apex of his dream and that is for his exceptional musical talent to carry him worldwide and also to have his messages through music reach the four corners of the Earth.
One of the most memorable aspects one can't help but embrace is his favorite self composed quote which goes as follows:
"Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors where there are walls".
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