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Just a little info about me -
I was born in the Caribbean. I could remember growing up on the island of Trinidad enjoying the beautiful tropical weather, together with the intense precarnival preparation especially in the steeldrum department. I was usually concerned with the most influential calypso of the current year and the steel band panorama which were both very competitive. Believe me after living within very close proximity of three major steeldrum bands on the southern side of the island I was destined to become an intense steelband musical arranger and calypsonian.
Needless to say I was profoundly influenced in my early childhood by major calypsonians such as:
At this period I performed with a steeldrum band known as " The Brooklynaires Steel Orchestra "; at various country clubs, on boat rides and in panaroma competitions one of which we won. We have also performed with "Billy Preston", Mick Jagger & The Rolling Stones" on one of their world tour concerts at Madison Square Garden. Photos below are from that event.
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Since I had to work for a living and attend school together with other obligations, there was never enough time to pursue my musical life to the extent that I would fully enjoy. So I spent time writing original calypsos, reggae, rewriting standards in caribbean style and rewriting calypsos for the steeldrum. I also perform locally. I have my own equipment and I'am always seeking business.
If you are looking to LIVEN UP your environment give me a call for an exciting authentic Caribbean musical experience!
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Me |
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