The Lost Tribe Website Design Portfolio | Cider House

A platform built for rhythm, creativity, and connection.

The Lost Tribe is an Afro-funk fusion ensemble led by multi-percussionist Jocelyn Pleasant. Their music blends West African rhythms with elements of reggae, funk, hip-hop, and jazz, creating a vibrant sound that captivates audiences and reflects deep cultural roots. The band has performed at festivals and events across New England and beyond, showcasing energetic stage presence and groove rooted in community and tradition. losttribect.com

Built to showcase music, performance, and community engagement

At a glance - Snapshot details

  • Client: The Lost Tribe
  • Industry: Music / Performing Arts
  • Business type: Afro-funk fusion ensemble
  • Primary location: Hartford, Connecticut (and broader New England region)
  • Platform: WordPress
  • Services: Website design, logo and brand identity, music and video integration, EPK support, responsive layout

A site that reflects rhythm, personality, and performance.

The Lost Tribe’s creative identity is built on blending musical traditions into a distinctive, energetic expression. Their website needed to reflect that dynamic character while giving fans and industry professionals a place to explore music, media, and performance details in one cohesive space.

Challenge

After winning the 2019 Valley Music Showcase, the band wanted a professional online presence that would present their music and multimedia to fans, promoters, and venues alike. The site also needed to support discovery of their tracks, videos, and upcoming events in ways that felt as alive as their performances.

Solution

We collaborated closely with the band as part of our sponsorship with the Valley Music Showcase to build a website true to their artistic identity.

  • Custom Logo Design: Created a distinctive visual mark that captures the band’s fusion of traditional and contemporary musical elements.
  • Photography Integration: High-quality images from live performances and promotional shoots bring stage energy into the site’s visual narrative.
  • Electronic Press Kit (EPK): A professional outreach kit with bios, press releases, and downloadable materials supports engagement with promoters and venues.
  • Music Player Integration: A user-friendly embedded player lets visitors listen to tracks without navigating away from the site.
  • Video Gallery: Curated music videos, interviews, and live clips provide an immersive visual experience in one place.
  • Responsive Design: The site works smoothly on desktops and mobile devices, ensuring accessibility wherever fans connect.

Results

The new website gave The Lost Tribe a professional digital home that mirrors their creative energy. Multimedia integration and custom design elements invite fans to explore music, video, and performance history with ease, while the EPK and responsive layout support industry outreach and community growth.

Rooted in community, reaching listeners everywhere.

The Lost Tribe’s web presence supports their live music outreach and helps connect fans with tracks, videos, and event listings. Their site reflects both the collective’s artistic depth and its ongoing engagement in music communities across the northeastern United States.

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