Sunday, June1

The music of HERE II HERE features tight vocal harmony, eclectic instruments and a rhythmic blend of smooth pop, rock, and soul-drenched R&B music.

Their songs address a sprinkling of the entire spectrum of human emotions. Their sound has been described as “a trilogy of Afro-Cuban sacred sensuality, Asian spiritual detachment, and African-American revivalist soul.”

Ashley Ruiz, one of the vocalists and the main songwriter of HERE II HERE , is a former member of the Latin “boyband” group Menudo. Ruiz and Alex Perez, also on vocals, are Cuban-Americans. Vocalist/guitarist Jaime Triana is Colombian. Brothers Edwin Itoh, who plays guitar, harmonium and bass, and percussionist Kazuhiro Itoh, are Colombian-Japanese. The East meets West vibe features instrumentation such as Japanese bamboo flutes and African drums. It’s all blended into positive pop melodies and inspirational, mystical lyrics.

“Every song is inspired by our love for every living being, our compassion for every experience and our commitment to being a clear voice of the universal heart.”

Experience the music of HERE II HERE at the 9 and 11 am Sunday services at First Unity church on June 1. Click here for more information on First Unity.