Where They’re From:

New Orleans, Louisiana

Who They Are:

Tank and the Bangas rose to prominence after winning NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest in 2017. The group’s soul and R&B stylings coupled with leader singer Tarriona ‘Tank’ Ball’s storytelling is powerfully engaging and particularly moving in a live setting. Tank and the Bangas prove they are the future of New Orleans music by honoring its past while incorporating fresh ideas.

Years Active:

 

Essential Albums:

Thinktank (2013), Green Balloon (2019), Red Balloon (2022)