About

Saturn Music Unlimited, North Hollywood, CA

 More mysterious than the rings of the planet Saturn itself, "The Planet Of Kool"
Describe their style of music, Galactic Soul. The Los Angeles based band was founded in 1994 by Memphis native, Kashan Ramahn (formerly Ernest Griffin, Crenshaw High graduate). Saturn incorporates funk, R&B and soul with elements of smooth jazz and gospel. The band has been labeled as one of the most innovative groups to hit the music market. Performing much of their original material to standing ovations, Saturn's talents have earned them much recognition by industry notables for their writing, arrangements and high-energy stage performances. Visually dynamic on stage, the unique sound of Saturn is hard hitting, energy, yet smooth. Blending ethereal, harmonic vocals with slick, but polished grooves and tight, powerful rhythms are surrounded by the swirling horn arrangements of the 'Rings Of Saturn' horn section.

Appealing to mass cultures, Saturn has shared the stage with rock alternative bands, crossing the color lines, genre barriers and winning new fans, young and old alike at every show. 'We feel the audience and that energy is transferable, taking us to a higher place.' says leader, Kashan Ramahn, who plays bass and handles the male lead and back-ground vocal duties for the group. The new addition is Donovan Knox (Guitar & Assorted-Vocals) and Norm 'Thundersticks' Lane (Drums).

Ramahn and Lisa Marie ("LISA MARIE SINGS") collaborate a soulful, melodic, funk and R&B. She brings a strong,  fresh, look and feel to the group, with her own sexy vocal stylings, as well as her writing skills. Her vocal collaborations with Ramahn are fun, with each song a colorful, musical adventure into the very core of the Saturn mystique. A soulful journey which at show's end, you'll be screaming for an encore; even if you know that 'MIDNIGHT LIFE' is the last song, when McLeod utters the famous 'that's all folks' line at the end of the song.

The in your face, 'Rings Of Saturn' horn section featuring Wynell Montgomery (Saxophone), Dathan Dedman (Trumpet & Flugelhorn) and Rembert James (Trombone) add fire and juiced-up punch to Saturn's planetary groove and jazz infused foundation, creating silky soul and pure unadulterated funk. Troy Ferguson ignites the bands fusion filled chords on keyboards. On special occasions, the group will utilize an extra guitarist, a percussionist, and three background vocalists to round out their rich unique sound with layers and layers of rhythm. In addition to the soulful music of 'THE COOLEST PLANET ON PLANET EARTH,' the choreography, special effects, fog, lasers, lights, spacemen and a replica of the planet itself are dynamically stunning and something to behold. But it's the music led by the charismatic, Ramahn whose hyper-active energy on stage takes him here, there, and everywhere. Totally in sync with the thundering drums of Lane, without missing a note. 

There will be 10 songs on the debut of the CD which will include the silky - smooth ballad, 'LOVE STARTS WITH YOU' is sure to become the new wedding anthem. The spicy - salsa filled, 'COMING FROM THE HEART' will inspire you to take salsa lessons, while the tell it like it is , message driven, 'KEEP IT REAL' does just that. Marie holds her own with three covers: two by Loose Ends, 'SLOW DOWN' with the immediate distinct guitar riffs on 'WATCHING YOU' is a funky, bass fueled montage of scat vocals by Marie, Ramahn, and Ferguson, blending perfectly to a high energy climax. The third is their version of '(WANNA BE FREE) FREE', that would make Deniece Willliams proud. The Earth, Wind and Fire - like title track, 'LIGHT OF LIFE,' is a song about faith, hope, prayer, destiny, victory and peace. 'You can't have one without the other. Most people don't understand that,' Ramahn says. The soaring, harmonies in the vocals come through crystal clear and oh, those heaven - sent horns.Ramahn handles Executive Producer duties on the galactic soul of their new album release entitled, "REDEMPTION" soon which includes a tour to promote the new CD. At least three songs are set for singles, including "PARTY TIME," "CONFESSIONS OF LOVE," and "KEEP THE FAITH."

Check out their ReverbNation page Saturn Music Unlimited and their Saturn Music Unlimited Facebook page. The music of Saturn will stimulate your mind, touch your heart, lift your spirit and soothe your soul. Taking your mind, body and soul on a soulful, funk-filled, planetary groove. Come party and enjoy the galactic funk of Saturn. Welcome back 'THE COOLEST PLANET ON PLANET EARTH.'...SATURN!!! All music except Slow Down, Watching You and Free written by Kashan Ramahn for Saturn Music Unlimited "C" 2009. All Rights Reserved. Phonzari Records, Kashan Ramahn Music Publishing.