Ras Jahn Bullock – Vocals, Percussion / Force – Vocals / Ian-I – Guitar, Vocals / Jay Metcalf - Keyboards / Garrett Sawyer - Bass / Demse Zullo – Drums, Percussion
“In a world where musicians seem content to follow established formulas it’s encouraging to find a band that can defy boundaries with skill & grace” — Lisa McIntyre, Performer Magazine
Rooted in the Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts, The Alchemystics fuse diverse individual styles, backgrounds, & experiences into a unique and uplifting sound embracing reggae, hip hop, soul, and dub. Thoughtfully crafted songs carry positive messages as compelling as the rhythms that drive them; crowds respond instinctively & enthusiastically.
Formed as a trio in 2003, the Alchemystics achieved their current lineup in 2006. The band’s popularity grew in step with the release in 2006 of their first album, and their acclaimed EP and live record in 2008. Whether forging fresh tracks in the studio, or in the crucible of live performance, the Alchemystics continue to captivate growing audiences, gathering fans in their wake.
The Alchemystics and its members shared the stage with music luminaries such as Stephen Marley, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Clipse, Beat Science, Damian Marley, Sister Carol, Dennis Brown, Busta Rhymes, Yellow Man, Burning Spear, Gil Scott Heron, Culture, Steel Pulse, Angelique Kidjo, Mighty Sparrow, The Brazilian Girls, Israel Vibration, Common Market, King Sunny Ade, Bonnie Raitt, and Taj Mahal.
The group has performed in clubs and dancehalls such as The House of Blues, Pearl Street, Iron Horse Music Hall, Paradise Rock Club, The Middle East, Harpers Ferry, The Palladium, Toad’s Place, The Calvin Theatre, Sullivan Hall, & Dubland Underground. Festival appearances include Vermont Reggae Festival, Nateva Festival (Maine), Sound Sessions Street Festival (RI), Bella Terra Festival (NY), Evolve Fest (NJ), Strange Creek (MA), Underground Music Festival (NY), and Charlemont Reggae Festival (MA). In addition, The group has performed at colleges such as University of Maryland, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth College, Smith, College of the Atlantic, Worcester Polytechnic, Colby Sawyer, and Bowdoin, and ski areas including Killington, Ascutney, Mt. Snow, Whale Back Mountain, Mt. Wachesett, and Okemo.
In 2010 The Alchemystics will release their fourth recording, a full-length studio album. In an effort to share their new music with fans, The Alchemystics have released the first three songs off of their upcoming record as free downloads at http://www.alchemystics.com/freemusic