Moonlight Benjamin Brings Haitian Voodoo Blues Rock to Universal Preservation Hall as Part of Music Haven Passport Series

Saratoga Springs, NY (March 13) – Universal Preservation Hall is set to ignite with the electrifying sounds of Moonlight Benjamin, the powerhouse Haitian singer-songwriter whose unique fusion of voodoo rhythms and blues-infused rock has taken the world by storm. The performance, presented as part of the Music Haven Passport Series, will take place 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 29, offering audiences an unforgettable evening of raw energy, soulful melodies, and deep cultural resonance.

Hailed as the “Caribbean Patti Smith” and drawing comparisons to legends like Nina Simone, Moonlight Benjamin blends the traditional sounds of her Haitian heritage with the fiery intensity of blues and rock. Her music is a bold and captivating journey into the depths of rebellion, resilience, and spirituality, with lyrics that evoke Haiti’s complex history and unbreakable spirit.

Born and raised in Haiti, Benjamin’s musical roots run deep in the sacred traditions of Haitian voodoo, which she seamlessly integrates with the driving force of blues and rock. Her collaborations with French guitarist Matthis Pascaud have led to an unmistakable sound, filled with searing guitar riffs, hypnotic rhythms, and Benjamin’s unmistakably commanding voice. Songs like “Moso Moso” and “Nap Chape” exemplify her ability to channel passion and protest into every note.

Tickets are on sale through the Box Office at Proctors in person, via phone at (518) 346-6204 Tuesday- Saturday 12-6 p.m. or online by visiting atuph.org. Groups of 10 or more can get the group discount by calling (518) 382-3884 x 139.

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