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Soul Majestic's self-titled debut album is a well rounded roots album featuring all original songs. Recorded in 2002 this album features songs rarely heard in recent live performances. Guest appearances by Rocker T and Rocky Bailey. They are said to be one of North America's most powerful and promising reggae acts in years. The diversity in their range of fans demonstrates their ability to move the most hard-core reggae enthusiasts as well as a wider, more universal audience, and keep them dancing from start to finish. Influenced by old school studio one style, conscious roots, dub, and cultural dance hall, the band takes what they have learned from their reggae heroes and funnels it into a unique sound all their own. Soul Majestic achieves this authenticity with their talented combination of players featuring bass and drums, keyboard/organ, lead and rhythm guitar, three horns, percussion, melodica, and Nyahbingi drums. With charismatic vocalist Eric-I as the band's lead singer and primary songwriter, the band keeps things fresh by featuring Soul Majestic's other vocal talents as well. They incorporate a strong female presence with Oriana Sanders on leads for a handful of tunes, and a dancehall edge with percussionist Brian Jarvis stepping up as DJ. Lush harmonies from the band's two soul sisters, tight rhythm section, and energetic drum and bass vibes lend the perfect backdrop to this dynamic vocal blend. With emphasis on the music's power to convey a message, Soul Majestic's lyrics present a clear understanding of the human condition and address pertinent political issues. They have played at several prominent reggae and world music festivals including the 2002 Monterey Bay Reggae Festival, the 2003 Sierra Nevada World Music Festival, the 2003 Earthdance Festival, Bob Marley Day 2004 , and most recently Reggae on the River Festival 2004. In March and April of 2004 the band recorded their much-anticipated sophomore album "Until That Day" in Jamaica at the infamous Tuff Gong Studio, run by Bob Marley's family. They had the honor of working with legendary artists/producers Sly and Robbie, as well as vocal artist Anthony B, and percussion veterans Sticky Thompson and Bongo Herman. They are planning a CD release tour for 2005 beginning with their second appearance at the 26th Annual Ragga Muffins Festival at the Long Beach Sports Arena, and continuing into the Northwest of the U.S., also look out for dates in both Hawaii and Europe. So check out the new album "Until That Day" and visit the shows page to find out where they're playing next You can find out more about the band on the web at www.soulmajestic.com Soul Majestic www.soulmajestic.com info@soulmajestic.com (866) 372-9033 Toll-Free PO Box 711 Aptos CA 95001-0711 Check out the artist's website: http://www.soulmajestic.com Track List: 1. Mighty Dread 2. Armageddon 3. Strange Dayz 4. Faith 5. Provider featuring Rocker - T 6. Lightning & Thunder 7. I Am 8. Empress 9. Conqueror W/ Rocky Bailey 10. Vampire 11. They Can Try 12. Desert Sand (intro) 13. War Down There 14. Let Love Be Your Guide - Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
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