Tank & the Bangas
The Burl 375 Thompson Road, Lexington, Kentucky 40508
Tank and the Bangas formed in the early 2010s when vocalist and poet Tarriona “Tank” Ball (frontwoman, lead vocalist) met musicians Norman Spence (keys) and Joshua Johnson (drums) at a New Orleans open-mic night. Albert Allenback (alto saxophone, flute) came on later, firming the band’s core lineup. They’re known for their kitchen-sink approach to music and their lyrics run the gamut of human experience, taking on the ills of America while also celebrating the beauty of Black life, reveling in sensuality and also talking frankly about heartbreak.
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