Sacramento News & Review
How the local jazz artist spreads love, acceptance through music
California, USA - When Shawn Thwaites mentored kids in Gaza, he taught them more than just music. He provided mental freedom through steel drums, the traditional Trinidadian instrument.
Five years ago, the Sacramento resident’s Muslim hip-hop group Native Deen toured with the United States Embassy to give a creative outlet to the children who weren’t allowed to venture out of Gaza. In most cases, learning about music was their only form of escape.
....Now, Thwaites performs with his jazz group, Shawn Thwaites Rebel Quartet. His music is soulful and tactical, teeming with emotional resonance. Although he performs with confidence, it wasn’t always that way.
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Ah so busy CELEBRATING "THE DONALD" that I missed this WEST COAST RECOGNITION.
The CALIFORNIA PAN SCENE has been vibrant and PAN GLOBALIZING for decades with very little recognition.
BIG-UP SHAWN THWAITES!!!