Grammy Award-Winning Neo Soul & R&B Collective; Winners of NPR Music Tiny Desk Contest; Known for "Green Balloon" & "Red Balloon"
Tank and the Bangas Biography
Tank and the Bangas is a musical collective originating from New Orleans, Louisiana. Formed at an open mic night, the group features lead vocalist Tarriona Ball, Norman Spence on bass and keyboards, Joshua Johnson on drums, Albert Allenback on alto saxophone and flute, and a rotating lineup of musicians. Ball, who grew up in a family of New Orleans pastors, began combining poetry and music in high school, winning two National Poetry Slam championships. She met Johnson and Spence at Black Star Books & Caffe, where the foundation for the group was established. The name Tank and the Bangas derives from Ball's nickname, "Tank," and reflects the band's energetic style.
Tank and the Bangas are recognized for their blend of neo soul, alternative R&B, funk, and slam poetry, drawing on the musical heritage of New Orleans. The band gained national attention after winning the NPR Music Tiny Desk Contest, which led to performances at international festivals and the release of major label albums.
The group's albums "Green Balloon" and "Red Balloon" received Grammy nominations, while "The Heart, The Mind, The Soul" won the Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album. Tank and the Bangas also earned a Best New Artist nomination at the Grammy Awards and a nomination for Best Progressive R&B Album. Their collaboration with Ibrahim Maalouf, "Todo Colores," was nominated for Best Global Music Performance. "The Heart, The Mind, The Soul" is a three-part spoken word project produced in collaboration with Robert Glasper, James Poyser, and Iman Omari, and features guest artists such as Jill Scott and Samara Joy.
The album "The Last Balloon" explores themes of frustration, resilience, and self-realization, and marks the conclusion of a trilogy that includes "Green Balloon" and "Red Balloon." Executive-produced by Austin Brown and recorded at The Complex Studios in Los Angeles, the album features collaborations with pianist and producer Tane Runo and soul singers Ledisi and Jelly Joseph.
Tank and the Bangas' music is noted for its vivid storytelling, emotional depth, and incorporation of humor and spirituality. From their beginnings in New Orleans to recognition on the Grammy stage, the group continues to innovate within the genres of soul, R&B, funk, and spoken word, establishing a distinct presence in contemporary music.
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