Army & Danny-I, Misael & The Rebel Tribe Band

Army & Danny-I, Misael & The Rebel Tribe Band

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Army

Army (Fritzmaurice Williams) was born and raised on St.
Croix, Virgin Islands. He began his musical journey at the age of five
as a member of the youth choir at the church his family attended. Little
did he know that he was laying the foundation for what would become a
very promising musical career. Determined to explore a variety of
styles, he learned to play the saxophone, became a member of a jazz band
and sang in various local bands. After relocating to the New York City,
completing his education, and serving in the US Army (which is how he
got his name), Army returned home and became deeply involved in the
local reggae scene.

In the early 70's, Jamaica was bubbling
with an incredible amount of untapped musical and vocal talents. That
same level of energy, enthusiasm and potential is present today in the
Virgin Island of St. Croix. Army is to be counted among the many
conscious singers and players of instruments from St. Croix who are
worthy of international recognition. The voice of Army first surfaced
several years ago on the famously vital (though obscure) compilation
"Eastbound". Soon after, Army contributed several selections to the
"Homegrown" compilation album. In 2000, Army's first album -"Yesterday's
News" - was released on Glamorous Records, with production provided by
Dean Pond. In 2002, Army linked up with Dub Rise Records who released
his second album, "Struggler", along with a re-release of "Yesterday's
News." 2003 saw Army releasing the single "Calling Jah Army", a powerful
duet with Luciano. This year, Army's song, "I Don't Know" is included
on Bambu Station's acclaimed compilation, "Talkin' Roots II."


With this solid foundation of tunes under his belt, Army embarked on the
recording of his highly anticipated third album, "Rasta Awake." Largely
produced by legendary guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Tuff Lion (of
Bambu Station), "Rasta Awake" is a masterpiece of all-live
instrumentation roots reggae. The 13 tracks on the album capture Army at
previously unseen creative heights. His poetic songwriting challenges
and connects with the listener in a way that few other songwriters are
able. Army's voice - while influenced by such artists as Nat King Cole,
Dennis Brown and Freddie McGregor - is unique in all of contemporary
reggae with its amazing ability to be both deeply soothing and intensely
energizing.

With a voice as invigorating and free as the wind,
and with word sound utterances that penetrate hearts and minds, Army's
mission is clear. He is firmly committed to using his music as a weapon
in the war for spiritual renewal and justice for all peoples. As Army
describes: "I want to send positive universal messages to people through
my music, without the commercialism we see so much today… For me the
music is a healing. I feel that the music healed me, took me to places
where I could have not necessarily have been without it. I also feel
that if someone could walk away with some type of healing, (that) they
could be touched in some kind of way, they could associate themselves
with some aspect of the music and then say 'wow,' maybe I'll make it
after all. If I could shine some light some how, I would know that I
have done something." Army continues to do something special for all
those with ears to hear this unique and much-needed voice.
 


Danny-I

Danny I is a singer from St. Croix who has a remarkably
distinctive voice. Sweet melodies capped with strong lyrics are what
you can expect to hear when listening to the music of Danny I.
Danny
I first surfaced contributing four selections to the Eastbound II
compilation. Since that time, his debut album Jah Fury was released by
Iyah Ites Records. Danny I also sang one song on the 2003 CD Wake Up
Call, and one on Talkin' Roots II, as well as having voiced a track on
the Sane Kry riddim and several slections on Eastbound III. 2007 saw the
release of his second full length album: Unchangeable.
 


Mishael and The Rebel Tribe Band

MISAEL GONZALEZ Attracting audiences of all ages with
his original compositions, Misael Gonzalez is currently one of the best
known Puerto Rican reggae artist both nationally and internationally. He
has released three albums as the singer and composer for the band Yerba
Bruja, with whom he has traveled throughout the island and abroad. In
addition, Misael has always collaborated with numerous local bands as
vocalist, drummer, producer and songwriter, helping in the upkeeping of
this musical genre and uplifting the quality of Reggae music in Puerto
Rico.

We are pleased to invite you & your family & friends to the concert! Enjoy the music with your family & friends!!!

 

Venue Information:
19 Broadway
17 Broadway Blvd.
Fairfax, CA, 94930
http://www.19broadway.com/