Taking their name from the word for heart in the Afro-Cuban religion of Santeria, OKAN fuses Afro-Cuban roots with jazz, folk and global rhythms in songs about immigration, bravery and love.
Embracing genres that have not historically fostered women artists outside of the role of singer, OKAN co-leaders, composers and multi-instrumentalists Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne bring a fresh perspective to Latin and world jazz fusion through their powerful harmonies, incredible musicianship and potent lyrical content.
Recognition includes a JUNO-nomination for their debut album Sombras, a Stingray Rising Star Award and two Independent music awards. OKAN can also be heard on 2020 releases by Bomba Estereo and Lido Pimienta.
Espiral, the group's second full release on the Lulaworld Records label, features Telmary Diaz, Hilario Duran and Alexis Baro alongside regular contributors Miguel de Armas, Roberto Riveron, Frank Martinez and Jeremy Ledbetter.