Aba Shanti-I
London. Notting Hill Carnival resident since 1993; run by Joseph “Aba” Smith. Falasha Recordings label.
- Status
- Still playing
- Music
- Reggae and dub
- Notting Hill Carnival
- Carnival sound
- Also listed as
- Aba Shanti, Aba Shanti I
Crew
Aba Shanti-I (Joseph Smith)
Official pages and contacts
Photos
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