“Horns and keys are mixed in with expanded guitars and drum beats, blanketed in the poetry of Rebel’s lyricism, often sung, but also spoken. The “cocktail of sound”, as she describes it, serves to deliver earnest contemplations. The music satisfies, but it also acts as disruptive art; social commentary drawn from a place of personal experience or historical relevance.” — Justin, Red Chuck Productions

rebel noire and the accomplices are mixologists of music, blending jazz, R&B/soul, rock and a hint of hip hop influences for a distinct evocative sound. Together, they create original songs exploring themes of power, resistance, and the complex textures of human love.

frontwoman rebel noire (vocals/djembe) writes in the spirit of Black Womanness with an unusual poetic style. she joins forces with accomplices and artists — Colby Becton (drums); Devin Brewer (keys and drums); Devin Vargo (lead guitar); and Jason Brewer (bass) — resulting in dynamic performances that are haunting and raw.

since they began assembling in 2019, the band has made appearances at y Art festival, The Lerner Theatre , the TASTE of Tippecanoe Festival and South Bend Fringe Festival. they have opened for reggae legends, The Wailers, and closed out for Tomato Flower. they have two independent EPs, truthteller EP (Januarry 2022) and , UNARMED EP (October 2023), with a third project on the way in May 2024.

latest INTERVIEW

Rebel Noire and the Accomplices celebrating the release of their new EP (Oct. 2023)

band bios

  • a native of Trinidad, the long-time New Yorker turned Elkhart, Indiana, resident began dabbling in digital music production until life upheavals prompted full expression with her voice. at her first live show at Red Oak House in Elkhart, she performed her original songs, a capella and with the church tambourine she borrowed. in 2017, she began connecting with other artists and honing her distinct songwriting style. in 2018, she performed internationally at Bloodwood House with local musicians from Sydney and Mittagong, Australia. in 2019, she released two singles — “this time” and “shoulders” — in collaboration with artists, Three-Legged Chair. over time, her solo and duo appearances in homes and coffee shops steadily evolved. in 2019, she started assembling her band, the accomplices. today, she is frontwoman, songwriter, vocalist and Djembe percussionist for the group and continues to write and recite poetry on the side.

  • Colby Becton has been playing drums all his life, starting when he was just a toddler and could hold a pair of spoons. ever since then, he’s been performing and has travelled all over the world for big name artists to local ones in different cities. music and drums have been his focus for a long time and, “now it's time to start a journey with rebel.”

  • Devin Brewer is a multi-instrumentalist, song writer, aspiring producer, seasoned performer, and above all else a lover of music and art. for more on his solo projects, visit @OVRGRXWTH on Instagram.

  • Devin Vargo is a multi-instrumentalist (guitar, drums, vocals, bass and keys), audio-engineer and producer based in South Bend, Indiana. beginning at the age of three, Vargo took to the drums. knowing music was a daily operation out of love and necessity, he then followed up with guitar and bass. this passion later ignited a fire to dive into engineering professionally.

    with background in many genres and nearly two decades of performing experience, Vargo finds his joy in creating with others and creating comfort for those around him — whether in a studio or live setting.

    in personal time, he loves traveling and spending time with his wife, Jenna, and their dog Stella.

  • People think I have blood, but it’s just coffee. I feel particularly blessed to be able to tune into the music running through my head and make my body control an instrument so others can hear it too. Every time I pick up the instrument, I try to inspire the players I’m with. It’s social creativity! Being the bass player really is the best. You know what’s better though? Being a grandpa! And it regularly blows my mind that I get to play music with my son- big circles, man. My favorite musicians today are; Tim Chandler, Mike Watt, Bjork, Michael Manring, and John Schofield. Tomorrow the list will be different, yesterday’s sure was!

alumni accomplices

We’re grateful for all the musicians and friends who have helped shape the good ship rebel over the years, including: Abraham Medelllin (guitar); Evan Judson (trumpet) Evan Krabill (sax), Olivia Copsey (support vocals) and Tyrus Tucker (drums)