With a mission to heal the world through music, Soul Train
Award nominee, Gramps Morgan unleashes his second, solo, album Reggae Music
Lives tomorrow (April 24th), independently, on his Dada Son Entertainment
label. A musical therapy of sorts, Reggae Music Lives is filled with angelic
harmonies, authentic compositions and a unique sound brand, Gramps calls
"Rockaz". Reggae Music Lives is more than Reggae; it's world-beat,
with a little bit of country, a taste of what Americans call rap-Jamaicans call
it toasting; mix it with a hint of r 'n' b, a dash of blues synthesized with
contemporary reggae that maintains the integrity of the original art form and
you get a sense of the musical accents that help to make Reggae Music Lives
complete.
After two years in the making, Reggae Music Lives arrives
with inspiration, healing and Gramps' determination to make positive changes in
the world. The album's first single 'The Almighty' topped the charts in Jamaica, South Florida
and New York while 'Life Too Short', released on March 28th, advanced in the
fight for justice in the case of Trayvon Martin. Consequently, team Dada Son
decided to donate part of the sale proceeds to the family of the slain Florida
teenager. The song has since been added to the Justice for Trayvon Martin
Foundation website (http://justicetm.org/tributes/) where he is listed as an
"Official Donor" for his commitment.
Meanwhile, Mark Brantley, Senior Lawyer and Leader of the
Opposition in the National Parliament of St. Kitts and Nevis says: "There
is no voice in reggae music today as distinctive as that of Gramps Morgan. His
sophomore album reminds us of the deeply spiritual roots of reggae music.
Gramps' ability to make music with a global appeal which touches the human
spirit and soothes the soul has been taken to new heights in his latest
release. I believe that this new effort by this Grammy award winning artist
will be a major hit with lovers of conscious reggae music the world over. But
don't take my word for it. Pick up a copy, put your feet up and let the music
wash over you."
Reggae Music Lives is an evolution of Gramps' professional
and musical growth expressed through his singing, narratives, arrangements and
compositions. His melodies and hooks are seasoned with mature, worldly lyrics
that are delivered flawlessly. All of his experiences have culminated in the
creation of a universal sound that he says stems from exposure.
Reggae Music Lives is about the preservation of art, music
and culture and Gramps wants the world to know that "Reggae music is here
to stay."
Order your copy now:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/preorder/reggae-music-lives/id517698062
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