When it comes to filling a void, the former members of Jam Band know what it takes and know exactly what the people want. They took the year of 2007…read more
Archive for the ‘Band’ Category
Music: Jam Tyme – Keepers of the Flame
Posted by coremagazinevi on July 14, 2008
Posted in BVI, BVI Artists, Band, Calypso, St. Croix, St. Thomas, USVI, VI Artists, VI Culture, VI Music, VI Personalities, Virgin Islanders, Virgin Islands, soca | Tagged: Jam Tyme, JamBand, Old Members of Jam Band | 1 Comment »
Music: Ron Blake – Mastering the Art
Posted by coremagazinevi on July 14, 2008
Ron Blake is a prominent jazz saxophonist and a seasoned member of NBC’s Saturday Night Live Band. Growing up in the Virgin Islands, Ron’s musical talent was nurtured under the directorship of: Johnny LaMotta, Martha Scott, Eric Christian, Ari Arri, Leroy Trotman, Mr. Schulterbrandt, Zora, Austin Venzen, Chubby Lockhart, Georgia Francis and Charles Cox…read more
Posted in Band, St. Thomas, USVI, VI Artists, VI Music, VI Personalities, Virgin Islanders, Virgin Islands, Virgin Islands Jazz | Tagged: 21st Century Band, Mack Avenue, Ron Blake | 1 Comment »
Music : Sweet-Ta’ Band – Sweeta in de Area
Posted by coremagazinevi on May 2, 2008
The Sweet-Ta’ Band is a new group on the VI calypso scene with a seasoned sound that rivals more established groups. With the release of their debut album “Sweet-Ta’ In De Area”, the Sweet-Ta’ Band is well poised to…read more
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Music : Bambu Station – Jalani
Posted by coremagazinevi on March 30, 2008
For me it represented starting at my own root, my origin, so it was a vibe to affirm the music that is core to my heart and my passion to present it to the people. Bambu also infers the Bamboo plant that is strong yet pliable, adjusting to pressure when it has to. It is used to build, cut, shelter, feed and provide balance so it gave substance and meaning to the word… read more
Posted in Band, USVI, VI Artists, VI Music, VI roots, Virgin Islanders, Virgin Islands, Virgin Islands Reggae Artists, Virgin Islands Roots Reggae, reggae, roots | Tagged: Bambu Station | 2 Comments »
MVG Productions Malvern Gumbs
Posted by coremagazinevi on March 15, 2008
Malvern Gumbs is a veteran trumpet player who has traveled with the world renowned Manhattans. As a seasoned singer, Malvern has made appearances at the… read more
Posted in Band, Calypso, USVI, VI Artists, VI Culture, VI Music, VI Personalities, Virgin Islands, soca | Tagged: St. Thomas | Leave a Comment »
The Future – JDPP Jammerz
Posted by coremagazinevi on March 15, 2008
The JDPP Jammerz took this past carnival by storm with their popular hit “The Bunny Train”. The winning combination of light hearted lyrics, catchy dance moves, eight energetic students, as well as a huge… read more
Posted in Band, Calypso, USVI, VI Artists, VI Music, VI Personalities, Virgin Islands, soca | Tagged: St. Thomas, Youth Programs | Leave a Comment »
Catch De Express – Xpress Band
Posted by coremagazinevi on March 15, 2008
For over twenty (20) years the X-Press Band has been leading the pack with quality calypso music. Their legacy includes four (4) Cruzian Festival Road March titles, three (3) Brass-O-Rammer Championships, and twenty great albums… read more
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To The Extreme – Xtreme Band
Posted by coremagazinevi on March 15, 2008
The Xtreme Band has accomplished more in the seven years of its existence than most bands twice its age. This exceptional group is composed of Dirk “Dirky” Walters, Harella Georges, Jevaughn “JJ” Parsons, Darwin “Chickdaddy” Scatliffe, Zolan “Zo” Browne… read more
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The Contenders – Xtaushun Band
Posted by coremagazinevi on March 14, 2008
In 2003 Xtaushun jumped onto the Virgin Islands calypso scene with their high-spirited hit “Energy”, which won the Cruzan 2003/2004 Festival Road March and left carnival goers eager for more… read more
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A Long Time Comin’ – Jam Band
Posted by coremagazinevi on March 14, 2008
The Jam Band as an entity has been at the summit of Virgin Islands Calypso for more than twenty years. Within the band, there has been an ebb and flow of membership; all have had an impact on what the band is today… read more
Posted in BVI, Band, Calypso, USVI, VI Artists, VI Culture, VI Music, VI Personalities, Virgin Islands, soca | 1 Comment »
