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Ishi Dube is a talented and determined artist with a profound love for reggae music. On stage, Dube doesn't miss a beat; he gives a sincere, energetic, and uplifting performance. Not only a singer/ song writer, Dube is also a skilled producer, musician, and sound engineer, he is involved in nearly every process of production from the roots to the fruits. Dube’s natural talent and hard work are sure to gain notoriety in the world of reggae music. Ishi Dube was born in 1980 at the foothills of the Himalaya Mountains in India. Three years later Ishi and his mother relocated to California. It didn’t take long for a few Bob Marley, Black Uhuru, and Third World albums to take effect on young Dube; he’s said to have made up his own reggae lyrics by the age of three! At age 16, Dube was playing drums in his first band, the “Soul Rebels.” Over the next decade Dube refined his craft by giving hundreds of live performances which in turn, created a substantial following in Northern California. Now Ishi Dube is exploding on to the scene, bringing a genuine roots reggae sound with a contemporary dancehall edge to the reggae community everywhere. With lyrical content ranging from political to spiritual to messages of societal change, Ishi’s vocal styles range from a sweet and melodic roots sound to a rougher, rhythmic deejay delivery. Dube grasps the attention of his audiences with multiple vocal techniques, accompanied by heavy riddims covering nearly every sub-genre of reggae; from ska, lover's rock and roots, to dub, rockers, and dancehall. Since the release of his debut album, “Massagana” thanks and praise, Dube has been touring and performing at premier festivals and venues, writing and recording songs with widely respected artists such as Everton Blender, Capleton, Ras Attitude and many more. Dube is currently producing other artists and is now the vice president of Universal Balance Entertainment (an independant record label). Along with fellow artist Jah Sun, Ishi co-founded the strong network of reggae artists called Lioncamp. Hard- working, dependable, and talented, Ishi Dube is an artist on the rise. Dube’s positive message and pleasant demeanor make his performance enjoyable for people from all walks of life. Ishi is a conscious entertainer, an energetic performer, and a serious musician. Dube says that the underlying point behind his music is “give thanks for life, live it with compassion, and make the most of it.”
- "Love is what the world needs...give thanks, show love and be
kind..." (from 'Show Love')
From the heart of Humboldt County, where the redwoods meet the Pacific,
a new voice emerges in the world of reggae music.
Jah Sun is an artist dedicated to global and social healing.
Fusing the sounds of hip-hop, reggae and world music with conscious
and uplifting lyrics,
Jah Sun hopes to awaken the human spirit and inspire others to live to
their ultimate potential.
Jah Sun's debut album, "Height of Light" (More Love Productions &
Moodswing Records, 2006), features some
of reggae's top recording artists such as Luciano, Junior Reid, Lutan
Fyah and Grammy Award winner,Yami Bolo.
In a world full of sex, bling and violence, Jah Sun shines through. He
brings his message of love and unity
to the masses with a variety of vocal styles. From fierce hip-hop
explosions like "Nuff a Dem" and
melodic ballads paying respect to generations of family in "Circles and Cycles",
to rootsy anthems like 'More Love' and sensual, dancehall licks in
'Fyah Dance' Jah Sun brings something
for everyone. Regardless of style, the common theme throughout all of
his music maintains the
messages of positivity, love and respect, and kindness to all. In the
words of Chuck Foster in The Beat Magazine,
"Jah Sun shines brightly on the "Height of Light"…the message remains positive
and focused throughout…and offers some solution to the social problems
addressed." (Vol. 26, 2007)
Jah Sun has gained great recognition recently, not just within the
reggae industry but in more
mainstream markets as well. After being nominated for LA Music Awards'
"Hip-Hop Single of the Year for 2006",
Jah Sun's song 'Fyah Dance' was also featured on the fall 2006 season
premiere of
MTV's hit show, "Laguna Beach". Another feature track off "The Height
of Light", 'Nuff a Dem'
was included in FUEL TV's "2007 Vans Downtown Showdown".
Before being inspired by Bob Marley and the teachings of Rastafari,
Jah Sun was a troubled youth,
born to a sixteen-year-old single mother. Growing up in an eclectic
bi-racial family, he was exposed to a wide
range of music…everything from Cat Stevens and Willie Nelson to Quincy
Jones and RUN DMC.
Raised by a stepfather who was a rapper and breakdancer, Jah Sun's
deep connection to the
world of hip-hop runs to his core. At twelve he was live on the radio,
by thirteen he was winning break dance
competitions and rapping on stage. After realizing he needed to
develop a healthier, more conscious lifestyle,
Jah Sun embraced Rastafari and started living differently. His musical
influences still included artists such as
KRS-ONE and Public Enemy but also incorporated roots reggae from Jamaica.
In 2004, after traveling the world and gathering experience and
inspiration, Jah Sun decided
to seriously pursue a music career. Since then he has performed at
many festivals
(Reggae on the River, Earthdance, Raggamuffins, Northwest Reggae Fest,
Trinity Tribal Stomp, etc) gaining new fans with every step.
Jah Sun's band, Sol Rebels, is a collection of world-class musicians.
Jimmy Foot is a talented musician who has been playing guitar,
producing and engineering world music
professionally for over twenty years. Ken Lawrence, luthier and
founder of Lawrence Instruments,
is an amazing jazz-fusion bass player who is also well versed in world rhythms.
Tim Randles is an innovative keyboard player, specializing in
Afro-Cuban and West African styles.
Tanasa Ras, the backbone of the band, is a hardcore hip-hop, reggae,
dancehall drummer
and also a member of KRS ONE's Temple of Hip Hop. The horn section is
lead by Chris Noonan who is
a brilliant saxophone player specializing in arrangements for jazz,
funk, reggae, and world music.
RJ Satava is a true Rasta reggae percussionist, grounded in
Nyahbinghi, rock steady, steppers, one drop,
and dancehall rhythms. With Jah Sun's fiery passion, youthful energy
and the Sol Rebels experience
and eclectic musical talents, they bring a well-rounded stage show to be enjoyed
by people of all walks of life…. "An irie time is guaranteed for all"
–Bob Doran-North Coast Journal
Jah Sun is currently working on his next album, "Stronger", which will
feature KRS-ONE, Prezident Brown,
Chezidek, Norris Man, Batch, Ras Attitude and more. Jah Sun is here to
spread love, raise awareness
and unify the planet through music so we can all secure a positive
future for the generations to come.
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