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Azuza: The Band

"Hear, O kings; give ear, O rulers! I — to the Lord, I will sing, I will sing praise to the Lord, the God of Israel." Judges 5:3

Azuza was formed in 2003. The name Azuza is partially from the Hebrew word azuz meaning "bold, powerful". We feel that the music the Lord has given us is bold and powerful.

Our music is a "crossover" style that combines the rich roots of Middle Eastern music with contemporary, rock, folk, jazz, and blues to create a unique sound for praise and worship.

We believe that we were created to praise and worship the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It is for that reason that Azuza exists. We also believe that praising the Mighty One of Israel with heartfelt tunes is good for the soul. We pray that you will experience this joy when you listen to the music that the Lord has brought through us.

Azuza has recorded two CDs:

His Holy Temple (2006): A collection of praise and worship songs, including many taken directly from the Psalms. All of the material is written by Azuza through the Holy Spirit.

Songs of Passover (2006): Featuring music of the Passover festival. Most of the songs are originals, written by Azuza, while the others are traditional songs, including Dayenu and Le-Shanah Haba'ah B'Yerushalayim.

Bryan Wong

Bass guitar, drums, vocals

Years ago I played secular music in nightclubs in New York City as a drummer. After coming to know the Lord, I had a renewed desire to play music again. This time I picked up a bass guitar and even began to write music that I believe is inspired by the Lord. Songs that express the love of Gods land, Israel, and its people are near to my heart. I have lived in British Guiana (Guyana), Barbados, and the United States, but felt at home when I visited Israel. I pray that you will be blessed by the music that Azuza creates.

Beth Wong

Rhythm guitar, vocals

I truly enjoy the blessings of playing Messianic music with Azuza. Although I enjoyed performing classic pop and rock with a local Orlando band, it can not compare with the honor to praise the Holy One of Israel with music and psalms. I feel very blessed with the opportunities the Lord has given us with our CD, Songs of Passover, and our newest release, His Holy Temple. My prayer to the people who listen to our music around the world is that it will bring joy to each listener's heart and praises to the Lord.

Lee Underwood

Lead guitar, vocals

Growing up I played drums and guitar in many local bands around Los Angeles and south Florida. However, never once did I even think, when I came to know the Lord, that He would use me to bring praises to Him through music. He had already used me to write and teach as well as report the news from Israel. And now the Lord has blessed me to bring forth music, as well. May you be blessed and encouraged by what the Lord has brought forth through Azuza in music.