Jabari “X-Factor” Exum is a percussionist, vocalist, educator, playwright, and cultural artist from Washington, DC whose work bridges rhythm, storytelling, and movement.
Rooted in West African and Latin traditions, Jabari blends live percussion, Hip-Hop music, theater, and education into dynamic performances and workshops that inspire audiences of all ages.
A multidisciplinary artist and educator, he has collaborated with acclaimed performers, musicians, and cultural leaders while continuing to build innovative programs centered around rhythm, creativity, and community engagement.
Performances • Workshops • Cultural Experiences
Performances
Workshops
Cultural Experiences
Dynamic rhythm-centered experiences for festivals, schools, theaters, and community events.
High-energy percussion performances blending West African rhythms, Hip-Hop, theater, and live audience interaction.
Interactive rhythm workshops designed for schools, universities, youth programs, and arts organizations.
Immersive programs celebrating storytelling, movement, rhythm, and cultural traditions through performance.
Live performances, workshops, and rhythm-centered experiences.
MUSIC VIDEO
TV APPEARANCE
STUDIO SESSION
Organizations, institutions, and cultural partners connected through performance, education, and community engagement.
Mentors & Influences
Debbie Allen
Chadwick Boseman
Reggie & Roy Wooten
Mamady Keita
KRS-One
Sonya Sanchez
Bill Summers
Marc Cary
Artistic Collaborations
Raheem DeVaughn
Dr. Cornel West
Maimouna Youssef
Carolyn Malachi
Dawn Avery
Weedie Braimah
Michael Bowie
Ayanna Gregory
Ensembles & Creative Projects
Hueman Prophets
Farafina Kan
HHP (South African Hip-Hop Pioneers)
SAHEL World Music Ensemble
Congo Square Underground Mobile Store
From Hip-Hop Theater and West African percussion traditions to contemporary world music and spoken word, Jabari Exum’s artistic journey bridges generations, cultures, and creative disciplines.
Available for festivals, schools, cultural programs, residencies, workshops, and live performances.
