February 14 & 15

Tom Bradley International Terminal

Upstream is a Southern California band known for spreading its message of love and positivity through their exhilarating Caribbean Music, namely, Reggae, Calypso, Soca and Steel Drum Music. Through the years they have mesmerized audiences all over the world with a multi-talented line-up of some of the most experienced and enlightened musicians in their camp, delighting audiences with their upbeat and danceable tunes. Bandleader and lead singer/guitarist/drummer Haile Blackman is originally from The Republic of Trinidad & Tobago and the son of the legendary creator of Soca music, the late Ras Shorty I.  In addition to Blackman, the band boasts a very seasoned and celebrated group of musicians:  Derek Brewstafari, steel drum extraordinaire who is also a Trinidad and Tobago native; Granville Cayetano on bass, keys and background vocals; and assistance from Daniel Loplilato on keys, guitar and background vocals; and John McKnight on keys, guitar, bass, trombone and background vocals to complete the stellar crew. 

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