Cosmos Percussion Electric is the Bay Area’s premier world fusion band. The group consists of percussionists John Hannaford, David Hight, and Alphonse Meredith, along with melodic musicians Chris Cappeto, Bass; Ken Kunst, Lead guitar and vocals.
Cosmos Percussion Electric creates and performs original highly orchestrated, rhythmic and melodic music, incorporating a fusion of both traditional and contemporary sources. Their music utilizes the voices of many instruments over a wide range of genres, including Afro Caribbean, Latin, Funk, Rock, Jazz, West African, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Brazilian, Ska, Reggaeton, and their own Cosmos Fusion.
Cosmos Percussion Electric fully engages and connects with their audiences, intimate or large, as their driving percussion and melodies are shaped through the interplay and response of the audience. They have performed at large festivals, respected venues, prestigious events, and venerated clubs. Cosmos Percussion Electric has both headlined, as well as opened for many amazing bands. They care deeply about the experiences of their audiences.
The ensemble has several groups of ancillary artists that they can incorporate into their performances when called for, such as dancing groups, fire artists, and special melodic guests.