For a few years now, music professionals have started to notice a trend: the emergence of great musicians from the French Caribbean. Whether in solo acts or groups of international acclaim, they carry with them the colours of the French West Indies.
The Group C II J symbolizes an encounter placed under the sign of audacity. In fact, the 4 young musicians, all originally from Guadeloupe and Martinique, have assembled to combine their talent and conquer both Caribbean and International scenes. Rich from their individual experiences, the 4 young men quickly realized that with common talent, there also exists a common commitment. And so, C II J wishes to become and added value to an already vast musical heritage.
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The group already position itself as a direct heir to the great musicians of the previous generations, known to attract attention by their qualities and their potentials on our isles. However, as Jonathan Jurion likes to put it We remain modest towards our elders. We do have the same instrumental line up and nothing but tremendous respect for their accomplishments, this said, we also want to contribute to their hard work in making our music known all over the world and this, in a very modest way. But above all, we really want to be known in our own country, as well as in the other Caribbean Islands.
C II J is thus composed of Laurent Lalsingué (Steel pan), Jonathan Jurion (Keyboards), Regis Thérèse (Bass guitar) and Grégory Louis (Drums).
LAURENT LALSINGUE
Laurent was born on May 9th, 1978, His family is originally from India, which now lives in Port-Louis, Guadeloupe.
Laurent has been playing the steel pan since the age of 5. He holds a 1st Prize in Music Conservatory, he is also the first French musician having received a Jazz Diploma in steel pan; a virtuoso instrumentalist whose repertoire includes both Chopin and Pastorius, he is one panatics of the mystics of this instrument for whom theres nothing more beautiful in this world than a steel pan that we make ring well.
A Demanding teacher, he has taught steel pan at Calyspsociation since 1998 while managing a solo career with the best Jazz musicians. Laurent certainly hasnt forgotten about the familial Steel band outfit, Les Alizés, which has stirred the French Northern cities with its swaying rhythm for over 40 years.
REGIS THERESE (Bass)
Régis was born on November 26th, 1979 in Paris. He discovered the bass at age 15 on the benches of the Protestant Church where he became involved in different Gospel groups.
After being awarded a Scholarship from Martinique, where he is from, he began studying Music at the American School of Modern Music and became certified by the FNEJJ ( National Federation of Jazz Influence Education) while making a point of honour to continue to learn his instrument without any teacher!
Despite being somewhat of a late bloomer he integrated groups with broad stylistic differences (Latin Jazz, RnB, Soul, Zouk, traditional Music, Raï, World Music); according to him: its a privilege to be the living testimony that God is a God of talent
JONATHAN JURION (Keys)
Jonathan was born on March 9th, 1985, in Ivry-Sur-Seine. At age 11, he began studying the piano with Fabienne Deveault for 1 year, before continuing with her husband, Normand Deveault.
A student at the CMDL (Didier Lockwood Music Center), Jonathan had the opportunity to create some small ensembles, notably a trio with Arnaud Dolmen (Drums) and Françis Fontrais (Bass). He otherwise took every opportunity he had to participate in Jam sessions, and ended up crossing path with the likes of Jean-Philippe Fanfant, Alex Bernard, Sonny Troupé, Dousty Dos Santos, Mario Canonge, André Condouant, Jocelyn Ménard, Andy Narell, Linley Marthe, Alain Debiossat, Didier Lockwood, Mokhtar Samba, Richard Bona
GREGORY LOUIS ( Drums)
Greg was kickin’ since the days in the womb.
Born in Paris and raised in Guadeloupe F.W.I, drumming is a very natural « calling ».
After practicing on tables and sauce pans, his father braught him a drumset at the age of 11.
He was influenced very early by Caribbean rhythms because since moving to Guadeloupe at the age of 9, zouk, reggae, funk, kompa, salsa, afro beat, jazz have been a part of his choice of listening.
Self-taught drummer,he’s studying on cd’s and video’s, first gig at 12 and first recording session at 14.
His early influences included Dave Weckl, Omar Hakim and Dennis Chambers.
In september of 1998 he relocated to Paris France and began doing a variety of gigs, playing world music and jazz bands.
Gospel music is part of his education and inspired him to take his drumming to the next level.
Greg’s multi-cultural background allows him to adapt to any percussive situation and makes him a much sought after drummer in France.
Greg has performed both on the stage and in the studio with such internationally acclaimed artists as :
GOSPEL POUR 100 VOIX , ANDY NARELL, LES NUBIANS, FAF LARAGE, TABOU COMBO, TANYA ST-VAL, DABY TOURE, SALLY NYOLO, SALIF KEITA, MARIO CANONGE, JEAN MICHEL ROTIN, AYO and many more.
Contact : caraibtojazz@yahoo.com
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NIUVER en concert Le mercredi 8 juillet au CHINA, 50 rue de Charenton - 75012
Le 8 juillet Niuver fera un concert en toute intimité au China avec ses musiciens : Inor Sotolongo (percu), Anthony Winzenrieth (guitares), Felipe Cabrera (basse), et d'autres invités. L'occasion pour fêter son anniversaire, enregistrer son clip "Quiereme mucho" qui sortira avec son album en octobre et faire la fête !!!!
Un avant goût du 9 décembre 2009 où elle se produira au NEW MORNING...
La première partie sera assurée par MARIAMA à 20h30
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Niuver en concert le jeudi 2 juillet au Sunset à 19h30 (début concert à 20h)
Débordante d’énergie sensuelle, Niuver captive par son charme, la beauté de sa voix, et un univers artistique d’une merveilleuse profondeur. Sur scène, elle fait ronronner sa guitare tel un félin rêveur et vous entraîne dans un sillage aux senteurs latines.
Loin de la salsa, Niuver emprunte au jazz, à la bossa et aux rythmes cubains d’hier et d’aujourd‘hui.
Le Sunset : 60, rue des Lombards - 75001 PARIS Tarif : 8 / 10 / 12 euros
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Dernière !!!!!! Le 1er Juin à 20h00 au Café de la Gare COMEDIE présentée par La Compagnie Man Lala Marie-Thérèse Négresse de France écrit et jouer par Souria Adèle
Marie Thérèse Barnabé, Négresse de France ; sera heureuse de vous accueillir pour sa dernière sur les planches du Café de la Gare ce lundi 1er juin à 20h00, pour un ultime moment de rire et de partage. Rions ensemble !
A travers un personnage généreux et haut en couleur, Souria Adèle témoigne de la vie d'une femme noire en France, depuis les années 60 jusqu'à nos jours. Acide et drôle.
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Salut à toi, un petit rappel sur la 1ère de la "Gospel Soul Train Session" Dimanche 24 Mai 2009 au Bik Kréyol à 19h30 PAF:15€ avec Isham (Slameur), Leedyah Barlagne, La chorale Gospel Up, Looka...
La mix-Tape Volume 2 "Du bon son fait maison" de S.O.S.A est en téléchargement gratuit. 10 morceaux avec la participation de Moax, Mirage, Juju Child, Losee Loss, Walter, RST, Fatcom, Ironi, Konea, tous composés et mixé par Doriginal sauf 2 morceaux qui ont été composés par Konex et Buzz'n'Bizz.
The mix-Tape Volume 2 "from its proper home-made" for SOSA is a free download. 10 tracks with the participation of Moax, Mirage, Juju Child, Lose Loss, Walter, RST, Fatcom, Iron, Konea, all composed and mixed by Doriginal except for 2 songs that were composed by Konex and Buzz'n'Bizz.
Salut, Je tenais à t'informer que mon premier album "ETERNEL" arrive enfin en Juin 2009. Toutes les infos sont disponibles sur ma page ainsi que le premier extrait "Charnelle". Much Luv
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COMEDIE présentée par La Compagnie Man Lala
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<br />A travers un personnage généreux et haut en couleur, Souria Adèle témoigne de la vie d'une femme noire en France, depuis les années 60 jusqu'à nos jours. Acide et drôle.
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<br />"Loin de toute démagogie facile ou militantisme agressif, l'humour plein d'humanité de Souria Adèle distille un message de tolérance bien plus efficace que de longs discours."
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Ce lundi Jam exceptionnel au Baiser Salé dans le cadre du Blue Note Festival: <br />"Virginia Constantin sings Sarah Vaughan's music"<br />Guest: Frédéric Gaillardet piano, Laurent Robin batterie, Francois Constantin percus<br />Felipe Cabrera c.basse, Virginie Constantin chant.<br />
