Jamaican born reggae musician Ernie Smith comes to you
with a catalogue spanning 37 years, 12 Albums, countless
live performances and a significant fan base. Ernie Smith's
professional musical career began with his first recording
in 1967, an original composition - "I Can't Take It",
later recorded by Johnny Nash as "Tears On My Pillow."
Joseph." JO-JO " Bennett officially began his
musical career at the age of 10 when he enrolled at Alpha
Boys' School in Kingston, Jamaica to begin formal studies
in Jazz and the Classics. He began playing the drums but
made a voluntary switch soon after to playing the trumpet.
He became very proficient in musical theory in general and
a long time before graduation he was allowed by the Institution
to instruct new arrivals in musical theory and practice.
Bolivar: Composer, Arranger, Singer
and Multi-Instrumentalist.
This entertainer brings almost 30 years of experience in
the music industry to his diverse performances of Reggae
and Island music. He toured the United States for five years
performing concerts sponsored by the Jamaica Tourist Board
while his recording, “Woman A Genal” was a number-one hit
in Jamaica.
I believe that the ability to play
a musical instrument is a gift from God,and so it should
be cultivated as a precious treasure. I received this
gift at birth and grew up banging on tables,my legs,and
anything I could find.
Born in England to Jamaican parents, lead singer and songwriter
MARCIA DAVIS has had her roots steeped in reggae music.
Encouraged from an early age by her family members which
include cousin Burro Banton of "Boom Wha Dis"
fame, Ms. Davis has continuously strived to embrace and
enhance the quality of reggae music.
Robin hails from Guyana South America,
where he has been playing music for most of his life,
as he played the organ at his church and school and with
several musical groups in Guyana. He played the rhythm
guitar and when he migrated to North America he continued
his playing on the keyboard. Now living in Vero Beach
FL. Robin plays solo (one man band) for all occasions
and sometimes gets friends to play with him when a larger
group in needed.
Wadi Gad is a veteran drummer and recording artist who
is in music business for over three decades. During his
enduring career he has worked with many greats in reggae
music as he has played drums for artists like Horace Andy,
Abyssinians, Big Youth, U Roy, Mikey Dread, John Holt and
Jimmy Riley, to name a few.
Nyabinghi drumming is best seen as the voice of a people
rediscovering their African roots. Combining Jamaican traditions
with newly acquired African ones,Drums Of Zion. Ras Cat
I, Tishamba-X, Ras Mike, Bobby Reds & King Asha are
the members . They excell at the art of Nyabinghi drumming.
The CD was recorded live at the Tropical Scoops Carribbean
Restaurant in Palm Bay Florida in 2004. Producer: Tony Gits
of Roadside Productions.
Born in Altdorf, Switzerland, began his piano studies as
a young child in the mid-60's with classical music. By the
early ‘70's he was adding rocknd roll to his interests.
Once old enough to venture into the vibrant club scene of
his then hometown Chicago, blues and jazz styles began to
blend themselves into his musical consciousness..
Born in Kingston Jamaica, the reggae capital of the World,
Tony is recognized as a talented actor, composer, producer,
arranger, guitarist, vocalist and percussionist .Powered
by his Rastafarian faith, Tony relocated to Canada in 1975
touring with the internationally known Ernie Smith and his
band Roots Revival as vocalist and percussionist.
"The Nazarenes" sound is a fresh and vibrant
blend of Roots-Reggae with an array of melodies and savvy
arrangements that are complimented by haunting vocals. The
music is both spiritual and inspirational and carries a
much-needed message of love, hope, pride and respect for
one another.
This CD contains tracks from diverse sources including
lovers rock, dancehall, hip hop and roots rock.All the
music showcased in this work was arranged and produced
by Tony Nicholson.
The artists featured are "Singing Chris", Andrew
Forbes, "Zaro" and of course Tony Nicholson.
This CD is getting a lot of attentention and is being
praised as an innovative approach to Reggae Music. The
music is dynamic and fresh and sets the standard for others
to follow!
Oceanik is both the solo performer and the assembled group
of musicians he surrounds himself with. The man is Albert
Albee Amoroso, born in Trinidad and seemingly born to make
music. As an early member of the family band, he began playing
the steel drums at the age of six, when he was so small
he could curl up inside them.
Jakki James is here, musically dynamic and enormously talented,
staking her claim, demanding the attention she so justly
deserves, ready and able to take her career to
the next level.
Roger
Guthrie also known as "Jah-D".. Born of Jamaican
parents in London, England... The last of 5 sibblings..
Started entertaining at an early age,and so it is no suprise
to everyone that he is here right now enjoying his solo
career and finally completing one his life long goals, his
CD 'Stronger'.
Over the past year Techno Dread has been through several
challenges and changes, but there can be no growth without
change. Techno Dread is the brain child of Tony Gits and
he has kept his original vision alive and has nurtured the
concept of Techno Dread.
Born on March 18,1969 in Portland, Jamaica, I am the
7th of nine children for my parents. I grew up in the
deep rural district of Bybrook in Portland. My talent
as a singer\songwriter emerged very early during my childwood
years. I would sing at almost all community events such
as church and school concerts. It was at about age 11
that I started to take the music seriously.
THIS CD features raw Jamaican talent of an explosive DJ
who writes his own lyrics! Zaro's style remains true to
the roots of "dancehall". His music chronicles
the struggles of people throughout the World who live in
the "ghetto". He is not afraid to speak of the
political and socio-economic chains that bind his people.
Zaro is an artist to watch, and more importantly, a concious
man to listen to. All the music showcased in this work was
written and produced by Tony Gits
