From: Houston Chronicle By Andrew Dansby Certainly in this country, Bob Marley’s dreadlocked shadow is cast over all other reggae. His legend is so vast that there are two separate bands featuring former members of his groups: The Wailers, who have the formidable Aston “Family Man” Barrett, one of the greatest bassists of all time, and […]
10 Songs Better Than Gyptian’s “Hold Yuh”
From: ForwardEver Blog By DJ Tomas SF After hearing Gyptian’s “Hold Yuh” (alternately spelled “Hold You”) for the millionth time it made me think about all the other great songs in 2010 that received 1/10th the attention. Gyptian was recently nominated for both Soul Train and British MOBO Best Artist awards in addition to ruling worldwide reggae and Billboard […]
Taj Weekes and Adowa Break Down The Boundaries of Reggae With Their Vibrant New Release, A Waterlogged Soul Kitchen
Jatta Records Presents the Worldwide Release of St. Lucian Artist Taj Weekes and Adowa’s Breakthrough Third Album, A Waterlogged Soul Kitchen Award winning St. Lucian reggae artist Taj Weekes and his band Adowa push the boundaries of reggae once again with their third release, A Waterlogged Soul Kitchen, on Jatta Records. Already urging the genre to […]
Roots ‘N Blues ‘N BBQ Photos
From: Move Magazine Photos By Nick Agro Taj Weekes of Taj Weekes & Adow performs during his set on Saturday. Even if you aren’t a blues fan, Roots ‘N Blues ‘N BBQ has something to offer you musically. Taj Weekes and Adowa play classic reggae reminiscent of Bob Marley and The Itals. The group’s uplifting instrumentals get you in a […]
Reggae rocks Roots ‘N’ Blues
From: Vox Magazine Taj Weekes and Adowa lay down a Caribbean flair By Lauryn Stallings Taj Weekes and Adowa brought something different to Roots ‘N’ Blues ‘N’ BBQ FestivalSaturday evening. Afro-folk style blended with rock to create a sound that surpassed the bounds of reggae. The smooth, sweet harmony of Adowa’s Valerie Kelley and four-piece acoustic band […]
Roots ’N Blues ’N BBQ Festival seasoned with flavors of the world
From: Columbia Daily Tribune By Aarik Danielsen Each year, the Roots ’N Blues ’N BBQ Festival leaves no doubt why its headliners are headliners. Past closers like Buddy Guy, The John Cowan Band and The Blind Boys of Alabama have sent crowds home satisfied. This year’s ultimate performers, acts like Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi, Dan […]
Reggae Sortie Album – A Waterlogged Soul Kitchen
From: Reggae-Unite Blog Taj Weekes and Adowa – A Waterlogged Soul Kitchen – Jatta Records – 2010 Après deux albums en 2005 et 2008 le chanteur originaire de St Lucie, Taj Weekes est de retour avec un nouvel album!!! Tracklist: 1. Just a Dream; 2. Janjaweed; 3. B4 the War; 4. Sunny Innocents; 5. Rain Rain; 6. Two […]
Taj Weekes New Single And Video
From: HTS St. Lucia By Carmy Joseph Taj Weekes was in St. Lucia last week for the world-wide premier of his latest single and video. Weekes appeared on Radio 100’s Kwase Session with Russell Lake on Friday to release the single entitled “Rain Rain.” Although Weekes and his band Adowa are currently based in the United States […]
Taj Weekes & Adowa at Joe’s Pub
From: The Voice St. Lucia St. Lucian recording artist Taj Weekes and his band Adowa will be performing at one of New York City’s most celebrated venues, Joe’s Pub on Saturday, August 7th at 11:30pm. Taj Weekes is a singer/songwriter, musician and humanitarian who, over the last 5 years has released 2 albums and has toured the country extensively playing […]
Taj Weekes and Adowa Release Rain Rain, Debut Single from ‘A Waterlogged Soul Kitchen’
Dermot Hussey – XM/Sirius Satellite Radio – The Joint “Songwriter Taj Weekes draws inspiration from poetry: the imagery of the elements in ‘Rain Rain’ and the fine ironies of inaction in the Land Of Dreams since the levees broke.” Ted Boothroyde – Contributing Editor – The Beat Magazine and Jahworks.org “Rain Rain fits perfectly within the rest […]