Rodney Mashia has been touching people's hearts and making them smile for decades with his soulful music. He has entertained many groups nationwide with his sensitive original lyrics, vocal interpretations, guitar and flute. Born and raised in rural Louisiana with Gospel roots and educated in New England, Rodney's life experiences have spanned the black and white American political and music cultures of the past five decades, all contributing to his unique style. As a flutist, he has accompanied the Hanumen, Carrie Grossman, Eddie Nataraj, Devadas and many other kirtan leaders.