The Life and Legacy of Jumaane Face

Area 301: Hip Hop Fusion started as a passion project by two best friends who wanted to create music that is fused with many different music genres and based around Hip Hop. Area 301's story is an amazing one that had many different Challenges and achievements. Over time, their music has found it's way into a community of music lovers from all over the world.

Prepare to be mesmerized as Area 301 takes you on a musical roller coaster, delivering electrifying rhymes, soul-stirring vocals, and jaw-dropping instrumentals that will have you dancing from start to finish. With their dynamic stage presence and a repertoire of chart-topping originals, Area 301 will keep you on your feet, lost in the infectious energy of their music.

Area 301, hailed as the pioneers of the hip hop fusion movement, seamlessly blend the rhythmic beats of hip hop with the soulful melodies of jazz, the infectious grooves of funk, and hard hitting ROCK. Their genre-bending approach has captivated audiences worldwide and garnered critical acclaim for their unmatched creativity and energetic performances.

Jumaane Face was a product of hip hop’s old-school era, and the moment he dropped his first line, you were pulled straight into his world. His legacy will live forever!

If you’ve ever lived in the inner city, you’ll connect with his lyrics right away. Add in that V8 flow, and trust, you're gonna need to buckle up.

Mark “Showtime” Brown is the heartbeat of Area-301. Having worked with legends like Chuck Brown and P-Funk Parliament, “Showtime” truly stands in a league of his own.

Daric Simmons, aka D Rock, is nothing short of an exceptional guitarist. He’s the Bruce Wayne of Area 301, bringing unmatched energy every time he picks up his guitar.

If you’re craving that in-your-face bass, Lovell Brown won’t disappoint. His rich, powerful bass lines fuel every Area-301 song.

Pianist Will Fortune is celebrated for his charisma, enthusiasm, and dynamic performances. A seasoned veteran of the international concert stage, he now serves as the lead keyboardist for Area 301.
Area-301 "Live" at Rams Head Live in Baltimore Maryland
The stress of a world coming out of a Pandemic
This is only For You. Stand together!
Hip Hop is a part of ALL of us