Nama Rupa is a soulful musical energy from the Midwest, currently with a home base in Madison, Wisconsin. Lending a hand to the "one love" reggae community, Nama Rupa has shared the stage with Lee "Scratch" Perry, Devon Evans of The Wailers, Sister Carol, Jah Boogie's Natty Nation, Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad, Jah Roots, The Cool and Deadly, Chicago Afrobeat Project, The Beautiful Girls, Heavyweight Dub Champion, Public Property, The Drastics and many others.

"Nama Rupa...plunging earnestly and urgently into reggae's syncopations and political rants."

The Onion

"Nama Rupa's conscious, laid-back vibe stands on its own. Nama Rupa has been reshaping Madison reggae. They're on the verge of redefining the Madison sound."

Rich Albertoni - The Ishmus

Latest News

Winter 2010!!! "Planting A Seed" Nama Rupa's first studio album, recorded at DNA Studios in Madison, WI!!!