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"...Reggae
rhythms, but also Latin, Salsa, Jazz and Soul tones". |
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THE
REGGAE REVOLUTION
BIOGRAPHY
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For
the last 19 years, THE REGGAE REVOLUTION BAND have toured
and worked along side highly acclaimed stars such as PATO BANTON,
STING, UB40, STEEL PULSE, BERIS HAMMOND, BEENI MAN, LUCIANO and
APACHE INDIAN.
They
released over 9 albums with PATO BANTON including the Grammy nominated
LIFE IS A MIRACLE (TIME COME) Album in 2000, as well as
the LIVE IN BRAZIL Album in 1999, which both highlighted
the strength and versatility of the band, that often incorporates
not only Reggae rhythms, but also Latin, Salsa, Jazz and Soul
tones.
Touring
constantly saw them sharing the biggest stages globally with all
the greats like SHAGGY, ZIGGY MARLEY, THIRD WORLD, SANTANA, STEEL
PULSE and many more. From 1992 the band started regular tours
in Brazil where they played along side the Brazilian greats Jorge
Ben Jor, Skank and Cidade Negra, attracting a big crowd of fans
over the years from North to South of the country.
In
those years the band has built a following second to none and
are famous not only for their excellent musical talents and songs
but for the highly choreographed show that accompanies the songs,
ensuring that the crowd never forget their shows and leave shouting
for more.
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In
2001 they became the first Reggae act ever to appear on stage
at the SIDNEY OPERA HOUSE, enticing a usually sitting crowd to
get on their feet and dance for joy. They were a very welcomed
support alongside Pato Banton for PETER GABRIEL'S first live performance
in Seattle for over 9 years.
Another
headline slot for their first ever trip to South Africa, saw them
wowing the audience with their electrified performance as part
of the WOMAD series of festivals. Which brings them up to date
with the release of their first self-titled debut album "THIS
IS…THE REGGAE REVOLUTION". It was released in Europe and
the UK in 2001 on Prestige-Elite Records and features tracks written
by members of the band.
After
successfully touring the U.S.A in 2002 they decided to take time
out to work on their second album, from which they produced a
6 track E.P entitled "PURE PROMISES" on zenith records,
in the u.k. It features two guest artists Skibu, and Owen Uriah
who are also solo artists in their own right.
The
band has now completed their second album entitled "GHETTO
CRY" which is due for released shortly.It has something for
everyone whether its Reggae, RnB or even Jazz, something old,
something new and something that will make you move, that’s for
sure. But there’s only one way to find out, and that’s by checking
out the band live on their tours
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