The Internationally acclaimed Godfather of reggae, the king of Rock Steady. Alton Ellis was born in kingston, Jamaica, and began his career as a dancer at the age of sixteen. After achieving many awards in this field over a two year period, Alton took an interest in singing.
His debut was as a vocal duo named Alton and Eddy. Their first recording on the Coxsone label, 'Muriel', was a major hit in Jamaican recording history. After Eddy left Jamaica to live in America, Alton formed a group named 'Alton and The Flames'. They recorded a large number of hit songs on the Treasure Isle label, including 'Dance Crashers', Girl I've got a Date', 'Rock Steady' and 'Black Mans Pride'.
After three years with Alton and The Flames, Alton launched his career as a solo artist and joined the 'Studio One Label' in 1967. The amount of hits that Alton created during this period is so enormous that to mention them all would be impossible. 'I'm Still in Love', 'Breaking Up' and 'I'm Just a Guy' were just a few. His first album 'Rock and Soul', released on the Studio One label was a Giant, paving the way for the many that were to follow over the years to come.
Alton left Jamaica in 1969 to spend two years in Toronto, Canada. He returned home for a period of three years and left again in 1974 to make his permanent home in London, England.
Alton has worked with every significant artist in the Reggae field, he has taught many upcoming artists. He is well respected by all who know him and revered by some.
Alton has performed in Europe, The United Kingdom, The United States, Canada and The West Indies. He made a dramatic impression in Sunsplash 1983.
Alton has received awards in recognition of his outstanding achievements as an artist and his contribution to the Reggae Music Industry from the following:
The Jamaican cultural Development Commission,
British Music Industry,
Black Echoes,
The Voice,
Reggae Hall of Fame and KGFJ, a Los Angeles radio station.
Atten: All Female Artists, Singers, Writers, Dancers, Promoters, Live Art Artists, Spoken Word, Rappers, Designers, Models, Etc......What Ever You Do In A Positive Vibe - WE NEED YOU!!!!!!
Forming a Professional All Female Reggae Band. Being able to play other genders of music is a plus.
In preparation for upcoming performance...."QUEENDOM - COM", Jan 31, 2010 - (Sunday, 9:00pm - 2:00am) "Reggae On Sunset" Inside Of Club Libertine, 8210 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA....Cost $10.00 - 21 & Over.
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The "QUEENDOM - COM" Band will be an International & Domestic Touring Band.
Services: Music Festivals, Concerts, Clubs, Shows, Weddings, School & College Events, Non Profit Organization Events, Community Awareness Events, Cultural Awareness Events, Etc.
Mission: Healing The Nations Thru Music - Bringing The World To A Oneness In Peace..... Vesseled Thru The QueenDom-Ship Of Di SIsta-Hood.....
Zum 15. mal laden wir euch in das Kulturhaus III&70 zum feiern ein. Dieses mal mit dabei: -DJ Milko -Special Guest -Cool Breeze Allstars Der Eintritt ist wie immer Frei, los geht's ab 23 Uhr!
Es ist mal wieder soweit, der Jahreswechsel steht an und das Berlin Boom Orchestra lädt zur traditionellen Neujahrs-Sause am 02.01.2010 in den Festsaal Kreuzberg.
Mit dabei sind BONFYAH die ihr erstes Album präsentieren werden. Unterstützt wird das ganze vom Dr. Volkanikman.
Kommt und feiert mit uns das erste mal im Neuen Jahr!
Not to be missed INNA DI DANCE upcoming events in Hamburg Saturday 12.12.09 COOL RUNNINGSä feat special guest from Zürich ALI BABA SOUNDSYSTEM Location: WAAGENBAU - Max-Brauer-Alle 204 Hamburg //DOORS: 11pm //
INNA DI DANCE PRE CHRISTMAS DANCE Monday 21.12.09 Straight from Jamaica STONE LOVE (For the first time in Hamburg) Supported by Bramma (Live on stage from Jamaica) Talawah Sound Josha (Bushfire Sound) Location: WAAGENBAU - Max-Brauer-Alle 204 Hamburg //DOORS: 11pm //
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