La Chooma

La Chooma is a vibrant six-piece band crafting a hypnotic fusion of psychedelic dub, Afro-Latin rhythms, and cosmic grooves. Their sound draws from an eclectic mix of influences including Moroccan Gnawa, Colombian cumbia, Afrobeat, Jamaican dub, roots reggae, and cosmic jazz, weaving together global traditions into a fresh, contemporary vibe. Their 2025 self-titled debut album on Batov Records showcases this deep, immersive style, and singles like "Magic Plant" and "Huachuma" have earned them support from notable tastemakers such as BBC Radio 6 Music's Deb Grant and Tom Ravenscroft. La Chooma's live shows are known for their organic intensity, captivating audiences with rhythmic lushness and woozy synth textures reminiscent of jazz-reggae fusion pioneers like Count Ossie and Cedric Brooks.

The band steadily built an international following through their unique blend of hypnotic grooves and rich percussion. Their recent releases, including "Local Spirits," "Cozumel," "Lonely," and "Huachuma," continue to explore plant-inspired psychedelic soundscapes and deep rhythmic layers, making La Chooma a standout act in the world and psychedelic music scenes.