The Island’s longest established and most prolific samba band. As well as playing Island events has also played prestigious mainland gigs like Reading and Notting Hill carnivals. Performs with costumed dancers if required.
Contact Dave Jones hijonah66-rawsamba@yahoo.co.uk 01983 721217www.rawsamba.org.uk
Large and enthusiastic community samba band with own dancers. Available to perform at carnivals and outdoor events, Island gigs preferred.
ContactGreenmount Primary School greenmountprimary@tiscali.co.uk01983 562165
Freshwater and Totland samba band are a strong community based group creating a loud and vibrant atmosphere wherever they play.New members always welcome
Contact Paul Critchley fatsamba@sculpured-glass.co.uk01983 759570www.fatsamba.co.uk
Samba band playing a mix of music styles based on the Brazilian samba sound. Participates at carnivals and festivals on and off the island.
Contact Dave Cotton/ Matt Courtney info@unidos.org.uk 07939 522352 (Dave) www.unidos.org.uk