Kobo Town
Kobo Town

Kobo Town

CANReggae, Roots Reggae
7,295 monthly listeners
  • 4K followers
  • 153 subscribers
  • 1.3K followers
  • 1.9K fans

Kobo Town's Top Spotify Songs

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Kaiso Newscast
2K streams
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Mr. Monday
483 streams
3
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Postcard Poverty
250 streams
4
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Down by the Water
245 streams
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The Call
212 streams
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Kobo Town's YouTube Videos

19.4K
Views

Kobo Town - Rum and Coca Cola (Lord Invader)

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Kobo Town - Rum and Coca Cola (Lord Invader)
Youtube
19.4K views
Nov 04, 2012
16K
Views
Kobo Town - Postcard Poverty
Youtube
16K views
Sep 21, 2017
11K
Views
Kobo Town - Half of the Houses
Youtube
11K views
Nov 04, 2012

Kobo Town's Top Spotify Playlists in the past 3 Months

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This Is Calypso Rose
by Spotify
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Bando de Música Dahora
by Spotify
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GLOBAL CHANGE
by Spotify
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Folkmusiken i P2
by Spotify
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🇹🇹SOCA WORKOUT (TUN IT UP!!!)
by Spotify
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Kobo Town's Chart Ranks

Past 12 Months

Events13 Events

Sep
14-17
Guelph Jazz Festival
Canada
CAN
, GuelphN/A N/A
Past
Aug
10-15
Sziget Festival
Hungary
HUN
, BudapestN/A N/A
Past
Aug
05-08
Edmonton Folk Music Festival
Canada
CAN
, EdmontonN/A N/A
Past
Jul
22-24
Hillside Festival
Canada
CAN
, GuelphN/A N/A
Past
Apr
14
Kobo Town at Festival Place
Canada
CAN
, Strathcona County1200 - 2500 Hall
Past

Kobo Town's Past Events13 Events

  • Guelph Jazz Festival festival

    afternoon bike ride, Witch Prophet, Kobo Town, Samba Squad, Big Smoke Brass, Cory Smythe, [Ahmed], François Houle, Rebecca Hennessy's Fog Brass Band, Turkwaz, New Hermitage, Josh Zubot, Silvervest, Eucalyptus, Ratchet Orchestra, Lina Allemano Four, Susanna Hood, Moneka Arabic Jazz, Alpha Rhythm Roots
    CAN, Guelph
    Small
  • Sziget Festival festival

    Billie Eilish, Imagine Dragons, David Guetta, Niall Horan, Macklemore, TV Girl, Lorde, Diplo, Florence + The Machine, Girl in Red, AJR, LAZZA, Vintage Culture, Mumford & Sons, YUNGBLUD, M83, Two Feet, Sam Fender, 070 Shake, Josman, Yung Lean, Tom Grennan, Uncle Waffles, Foals, Giant Rooks, Sara Landry, Bonobo, alyona alyona, Mochakk, Mimi Webb, SG Lewis, Caroline Polachek, Ben Böhmer, Jamie XX, Pogány Induló, Arlo Parks, Amber Run, Amistat, Ran-D, Moderat, Loyle Carner, Adam Beyer, TroyBoi, Parra for Cuva, Chris Avantgarde, Sub Zero Project, TXC, Warface, 47Ter, Tale Of Us, I Hate Models, Destroy Boys, Maz, Massano, Youngr, Viagra boys, Amyl and the Sniffers, HALOTT PÉNZ, Reinier Zonneveld, Mall Grab, Son Mieux, Beton.Hofi, Sound Rush, Dzsúdló, Balming Tiger, Gio Evan, Easy Life, Vieze Asbak, Baby Queen, Macky Gee, Confidence Man, Rebekah, Carlita, Krúbi, The Aces, SFB, Sleaford Mods, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, Vinicio Capossela, Carson Coma, Smack, 999999999, Bart Skils, Vertile, Partiboi69, Charlie Cunningham, Barely Alive, Mezzosangue, AK26, Kobosil, Acid Arab, Chaos In The CBD, Hannah Grae, Joyhauser, Jeff Mills, Hundred Sins, Ashibah, Shlømo, Evil Activities, The Mary Wallopers, DJ Tennis, Alice Longyu Gao, Devin Wild, Dixon, Azzecca, Marino Canal, KETTAMA, Adrenalize, Herobust, Kompany, MC Villain, The Comet Is Coming, NOËP, Sisi, Lee-Ann Roberts, GHEIST, Murdock, Kelly Lee Owens, LOS BITCHOS, James Cole, Marco Bailey, Paula Temple, ayrtn, DJ Gigola, anna RF, Queralt Lahoz, Kazuo, Puuluup, Son Rompe Pera, África, Cakes da Killa, Stain the Canvas, Jazzbois, ALEE, Ink, Bohemian Betyars, Yune Pinku, The Haunted Youth, Co Lee, AKC Misi, Patrick Mason, gladde paling, Estella Boersma, Lil Frakk, Analog Balaton, Anna and the Barbies, LASS, SveTec, Vunzige Deuntjes, Ivan & The Parazol, PVNCH, Adam French, Ak Dan Gwang Chil a.k.a ADG7 (악단광칠), Blair Davie, Toksa, BCUC, Platon Karataev, Asa, MARRØN, 6363, Adonxs, Aurevoir., Juicy Romance, Edgar, Hadone, Дeva, SHDW & Obscure Shape, Lucie Antunes, Anima Sound System, Kisé, CEPASA, Balaklava Blues, FreeKind, Prins S. en De Geit, Saya Noé, Nosphere, M. Byrd, Lokier, Fiúk, Afriqua, Bon-Bon, Frazi.er, Coloray, KILIMANJARO, Tramhaus, JKS, Fran Palermo, Koza mostra, Bewis de la Rosa, Metha, Besh o droM, Lazarvs, Proph, Al-Qasar, Varkocs, Skrude, Baasch, Awir Leon, U.R.Trax, Grace Dahl, Sobek, Kitti Kay, Djely Tapa, Mulya, Damien, shishi, SUGAR, Mateo & Spirit, Barrut, KACAJ, Aron Andras, The Devil's Trade, Miley Serious, SouveQ, Denes Toth, Godfater., Kobo Town, Dave Wincent, The Langan Band, Sonic Rain, Soft Crash, Ti'kaniki, Sziámi, New Fossils, Andrei Irimia, Marcela, Secret Factory, Hot X, 43.Nove, Farce, 7ebra, Biarritz, LERM (HU), Pola, MADALITSO BAND, Dj Nobunaga, Manaky, MORDÁI, Raul Young, Jóvilágvan, Asymptote, Bamba Wassoulou Groove, SanFranciscoBeat, Shabaam Dj, Orchestre International du Vetex, DELI TELI, Kommuna Lux, Cadik, BanDJ, Harmed, Stephan Krus, Andrea Fiorito, Gangar, boebeck, Aladarus, Bernathy Zsiga, ék, Poli, Abigél, Kevin Luke, Shell Beach, Nunki Bay Starship, Pulkes, Alright Mela, Carlo Chicco DJ, Vedat Akdağ, Dublic, Captain Knuckles, 1989, Kaktus, Mörk, GYöReMiX!, Myamo, FILC, dtnb, B'Andre, DJ BBrave, Johnny Messer, Pat Duff, AND/OR, Planetmalcolm, Blue Cold Jalapeños, Dj One-AB, Cry Later, NAKRASIA, Los Orangutanes, CRB, LEYO, Raasa, ACid/DC, Roocha, LAKVAR, Hoes'n'pza
    HUN, Budapest
    Mega
  • Edmonton Folk Music Festival festival

    Lord Huron, KALEO, The National, Sierra Ferrell, The War On Drugs, Orville Peck, Ocie Elliott, Larkin Poe, Nathaniel Rateliff, Old Crow Medicine Show, Allison Russell, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Kevin Morby, Jon and Roy, William Prince, Bombino, Katie Pruitt, Cat Clyde, Ian Noe, Dobet Gnahoré, Bonny Light Horseman, Mary Gauthier, Mick Flannery, Joe Purdy, Abigail Lapell, Jeremie Albino, BAILEN, Caroline Spence, Matt Andersen, Sunny War, The Weather Station, Cedric Burnside, Lúnasa, Tré Burt, Jeremy Dutcher, Joe Henry, La Doña, Susan O'Neill, Anna Tivel, Debashish Bhattacharya, Claire Lynch, Tony Furtado, Catherine MacLellan, Wyatt C. Louis, Carmanah, Rob Ickes, Altameda, Celeigh Cardinal, De Temps Antan, Steve Dawson, Kobo Town, Tony McManus, Finale, Steve Marriner, Emmet Michael, Jenie Thai, Locarno, Sing Out, Lindon Carter, The Legendary Ingramettes, Sherman Holmes, Influences, The Peaks and Valleys, Hearts and Bones
    CAN, Edmonton
    Medium
  • Hillside Festival festival

    Eivør, Bahamas, Allison Russell, Luna Li, cleopatrick, Donovan Woods, Wesli, Cat Clyde, Dan Mangan, Bedouine, Gangstagrass, KLP, Shane Koyczan and the Short Story Long, King Hannah, Habibi, DJ Shub, Nobro, Boy Golden, Julian Taylor, Cadence Weapon, MONOWHALES, Lizzie No, TEKE::TEKE, Royal Canoe, Texas King, The Fretless, Hyd, Danny Michel, Kyshona Armstrong, Pink Mountaintops, Le Ren, Spencer Burton, Anyway Gang, Adrian Raso, Myriam Gendron, Paula Sofia, Champa, Kobo Town, Kinnie Starr, Nicolette & The Nobodies, Mames Babegenush, Leela Gilday, Sam Polley and The Old Tomorrows, Ifriqiyya Électrique, I, the Mountain, Ombiigizi, Jon Brooks, Emily Gilbart, The Human Rights, Tania Joy, Christina Hutt, Missy Bauman, Nathan Lawr, The Blue And Gold, Eclectic Vinyl Orchestra, Laurel Tubman, Halley McKeown
    CAN, Guelph
    Medium
  • Kobo Town at Festival Place

    Kobo Town
    Festival Place
    CAN, Strathcona County
    Hall1.2K - 2.5K

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More about Kobo Town

Overview of Roots Reggae musician Kobo Town

Kobo Town, a reggae group from Toronto, Canada, is renowned for their distinctive fusion of calypso and roots reggae music. The group has developed a devoted fan base of supporters who value their ability to skillfully meld several musical genres together. This is thanks to their sound, which is both genuine and novel.

The lively rhythms, memorable melodies, and socially oriented lyrics that define Kobo Town's music. The band's music has a strong reggae lineage, but it also incorporates a variety of other styles, such as modern pop and rock as well as traditional Caribbean music. Kobo Town's versatility distinguishes them from other reggae groups and has aided in their rise to prominence as one of the most well-liked and regarded acts in the genre.

Kobo Town is the band for you if you're looking for uplifting and thought-provoking music. They are certain to get you up and dancing while simultaneously getting you to reflect on the world around you thanks to their contagious rhythms and socially conscious lyrics. Why not listen to their songs now and find out what the fuss is about?

What are the most popular songs for Roots Reggae musician Kobo Town?

Roots reggae group Kobo Town from Toronto, Canada, has created a number of well-known songs. There are a few of them, such "Kaiso Newscast," "Same Boat (feat. Patrice & Kobo Town) - Guts & iZem Remix," and "Same Boat (feat. Patrice & Kobo Town)." A bright, energetic song with contemporary rhythms, "Kaiso Newscast" incorporates elements of traditional Caribbean music. The Roots Reggae song "Same Boat," on the other hand, has a more traditional sound and promotes harmony and cooperation.

There are several other well-known songs from Kobo Town, such as "Mr. Monday," "Postcard Poverty," "The Call," "Half of the Houses," "Tick Tock Goes the Clock," "Joe the Paranoiac," and "Waiting by the Sea." These songs each exhibit the band's distinctive aesthetic and musical prowess.

Fans of Roots Reggae and Caribbean music have developed a devoted following for Kobo Town. They have gained recognition as one of Canada's finest reggae bands thanks to their combination of classic and contemporary elements. Their music is an anthem for harmony and social justice as well as a celebration of Caribbean culture.

What are the latest songs and music albums for Roots Reggae musician Kobo Town?

The Toronto-based band Kobo Town has been playing some entrancing Roots and Reggae songs. "Carnival of the Ghosts," the group's most recent album, was published in 2022. The album features a superb fusion of African and Caribbean rhythms with a dash of modernism. The tracks on the album showcase the group's distinctive sound, which is reminiscent of the Caribbean. Fans of the genre will enjoy the album's tracks like "Carnival of the Ghosts" and "Shades of the Living."

Kobo Town released "Carnival of the Ghosts" and "Shades of the Living" as their most recent singles in 2022. Both songs are a great demonstration of the group's musical talent. The bouncy song "Carnival of the Ghosts" fuses Caribbean and African rhythms, and the more calm song "Shades of the Living" showcases the band's distinctive sound. The band's debut single is the ideal taster for their music, and it will leave fans wanting more.

The previous album by Kobo Town, "Where the Galleon Sank," was released in 2017. Songs on the album, which is a classic of reggae and roots reggae music, discuss everything from politics to love. Songs like "London Town" and "Strange Dream" showcase the band's proficiency in fusing many musical genres. "Jumbie in the Jukebox," the band's 2013 album, is another standout that includes some of their most well-known songs, including "Road to Fyzabad" and "Tick Tock Goes the Clock."

Generally speaking, Kobo Town is still a major player in the Roots and Reggae music scenes. Their most recent album and single are examples of their musical prowess and capacity to develop while adhering to their core values. Fans of the genre will definitely enjoy the band's distinctive sound and message.

Which are the most important music performances and festival appearances for Roots Reggae musician Kobo Town?

Kobo Town is a Reggae and Roots Reggae musician that has performed at a number of festivals and venues all over the world. They have performed at a number of prestigious events, including the Hillside Festival, No Logo Festival, Festival du Bout du Monde, Edmonton Folk Music Festival, and Calgary Folk Music Festival. Kobo Town's performance at the Edmonton Folk Music Festival was a smash, leaving the crowd in awe of their distinctive sound and vivacious presentation. The group also appeared at the Hillside Festival, where they wowed the crowd with an electrifying performance.

Kobo Town has also given performances at some of the best venues in the world, including Festival Place in Sherwood Park, Alberta, Theatre des Bouffes du Nord in Paris, and New Morning in Paris. Their performances at these places served as a testament to their talent as musicians, stunning and engrossing audiences with their performances.

Kobo Town has performed at festivals and venues as well as put out several critically acclaimed albums. "Where the Galleon Sank" was released in 2017, "Jumbie in the Jukebox" and "Independence," their subsequent albums, were released in 2007, 2013, and 2016. Their lyrics, which touch on issues of social justice, politics, and romantic relationships, have been characterized as a calypso, dancehall, and reggae hybrid.

To sum up, Kobo Town has made a name for themselves as one of the most thrilling and avant-garde Roots and Reggae acts in the world. Their critically praised CDs and successful festival and venue performances are proof of their talent and commitment to their profession. Check out the music and performances of Kobo Town if you like reggae and roots reggae.

Which are the most important collaborations with other musicians for Roots Reggae musician Kobo Town?

Over the years, Toronto, Canada-based Roots Reggae band Kobo Town has worked with a number of other performers. 'Scarborough Girl (feat. Calypso Rose)' and 'Same Boat (feat. Patrice & Kobo Town) - Guts & iZem Remix' are two of their most significant joint efforts.

The gorgeous song "Scarborough Girl" features Trinidadian singer and songwriter Calypso Rose. The song displays the band's distinctive sound and style, fusing modern reggae with traditional Caribbean music. The track is instantly popular with listeners thanks to Calypso Rose's vocals, which give it a hint of sweetness.

'Same Boat (ft. Patrice & Kobo Town) - Guts & iZem Remix' is another noteworthy collaboration. This song is a remix of the original version and features German singer and songwriter Patrice. The track is thrilling and energetic to listen to because to its more upbeat speed and incorporation of electronic music elements.

Overall, Kobo Town's partnerships with Calypso Rose and Patrice have been huge successes, bringing attention to their distinctive sound. They are a force to be reckoned with in the music industry thanks to their ability to meld many musical genres and styles.