Oakland Rising is a collective of top emerging artists from Oakland dedicated to sharing the stage, honoring the city's legendary cultural legacy and bringing light to this world. Since launching in October of 2024, they have performed at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, the Kennedy Center, OMCA, the Mountain Winery and more, supporting artists ranging from Rhiannon Giddens to Sheila E. The group was developed in partnership with music education program Follow the Music.
Founding members of Oakland Rising included current members August Lee Stevens, B DeVeaux, and Naima, along with the sibling band MeloDious, and saxophonist Ayo Brame, who are now in college and performing on major stages locally, nationally and internationally. As they pursue their careers, all members of Oakland Rising are invited to sit in with the collective when the stars and schedules align.

May 30, Connect Beyond Festival, Asheville NC.
June 5, Oakland Museum of California (OMCA).

General Information: Philip Green, Follow the Music
Email: autonomyphil@gmail.com
Booking Agent: Bruce Solar, Jaime Kelsall, Paladin Artists

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