Wesli
  • country:Haiti
  • style(s):Afro, Fusion
  • label:Wes Urban Productions
  • type:Band
  • gender:male
  • instrumentation:instrumental, vocal, guitar
  • artist posted by:FLi Artists

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Wesli is a born troubadour and committed artists whose groove machine fuses afro-beat, reggae and Haitian Rara into an energetic and irresistible performance. The multi-instrumentalist and producer-songwriter testifies on behalf of his people in a festive, original and enthralling musical universe, conquering hearts and minds.

Be it in an acoustic formation (guitar, voice and percussion) or with his big band, Wesli consistently delivers a rich, festive and uniquely engaging sound. He conquers the heart of his audience through complex musical arrangements and universal messages of hope, truth and peace.

Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Wesli (Wesley Louissaint) built his first guitar out of an old NGO- provided oil can and nylon shoe lace when he was just eight years old. Coming from a family of 8 children where music was a daily food for the soul, it became second nature to him, a unique and vital way out of the violence and misery found in the surrounding ghetto. Wesli’s musical journey started in the gospel choir of his local church and then he adopted the guitar as his main instrument. Ever since, Wesli has worked relentlessly, perfecting his art, his only hope for a better life. Very early, he took part in serious projects such as the afro-roots Jazz 4ever Quartet and SoKute. He performed in many of Haiti’s concert halls and traveled abroad with Kreyol Mizik company.

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