The band is a nationally touring, six piece high energy World Funk ensemble based out of Long Beach, California whom has been committed to the evolution of popular music since its inception in 1999. Continually creating music which emphasizes impactful lyrical delivery and rhythmic design which encourages crowed movement and participation has been the group's mission. Their diversity is also apparent in the artists of whom they have shared the stage with. Including world-renowned artists such as Poncho Sanchez, Burning Spear, Olodum, Gato Barbieri, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Steve Kimock Band, Merl Saunders, King Sunny Ade, Ozomatli, and Karl Denson are among those who have added their unique talents and influence to the group's on-stage performance. In addition, members of Delta Nove have performed with great artists such as Carlos Santana, members of the Grateful Dead, Bruce Hornsby, Bobby Caldwell, Los Lobos, Roy Hargrove, members of Parliment/Funkadelic, members of The String Cheese Incident, Fishbone, and champion Brazilian Samba school Mangueira. From Los Angeles to New York, the band's unique style entertains, educates and energizes audiences. The band has been voted as one of the "Top Ten Bands To See In 2005" by Jambase.com and has been recognized in numerous publications nationwide for their unique style and explosive live performances. Talented, educated, and driven to spreading positive uplifting music, Delta Nove has the ability to change popular music as we now know it. Here is what peeps are saying about the band... "This band is art and poetry in motion." Live Magazine "The group has reached new musical levels." Jambase.com "They are ready to take the next step as a band." Press Telegram - Long Beach, CA "Each show is exciting and gets the crowd shakin' and dancing!" Soul Brasil Magazine "It is a band that symbolizes the party with their multiethnic sound and wild improvisations." Flagstaff Weekly - Flagstaff, AZ "It's time to find a way to see them live any way you can." Kyndmusic.com "The band combines a collective musical and cultural experience." Mountain Times - Boone, NC