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His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Selassie I, Jah Rastafari. Life and Love. Tony Rebel, Jah Mason, Lutan Fyah, Fantan Mojah,Gentleman, Red Rat, Capleton, Jr. Kelly, Anthony B, Turbulence, Bascom X, Richie Spice, Chuck Fenda, I Wayne, Mr. Perfect, Jah Roots, I-Ron Tafari, Chezidek, Congo Nyah, Kingson, Pato Banton, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Buju Banton, Beenie Man, Snow, Shabba Ranks, Luciano, Everton Blender, Cocoa Tea, Jr. Gong, Yami Bolo, just to name a few.
How does an original lyricist named Aaron Smith (who also happens to be a white guy from Tampa, Florida with natural dreadlocks that have grown down past his knees) transform into a well-respected reggae artist? With hard work, a pure heart and a touch of divine intervention...
Emerging from the underground scene of internet dancehall in the year 2000, Badda began to perfect his craft and systematically carve out his space in the industry. Working with a variety of producers globally, Badda put together an arsenal of tracks that he soon organized as a way to educate and inform the masses. With a focus on conscious material and informative content, word began to spread about not only the skill of the delivery, but also the quality of lyrics and the messages they conveyed.
Badda Skat has striven to remain independent in the production of his music, both financially and creatively. DubShot Studios, where the majority of Badda’s tracks have been recorded, first started as a 10’ x 10’ room that also doubled as his living space. Keeping the name DubShot thoughout its various incarnations, these humble studios would go on to facilitate the recording of over one hundred full-length tracks, including his debut album, GRASS ROOTS, and most recently the dub album follow-up to Grass Roots, GRASS DUBS.
Radio stations from all over the world have begun to recognize Badda’s potential. Even while operating beneath the mainstream radar, he has earned airplay on stations such as WSUN in Tampa, FL, KSVY in Sonoma, CA, as well as Unique FM in Nottingham, UK. Badda Skat’s message is starting to be heard.
Badda has performed to a variety of US audiences in recent years, running tours that have touched states like Florida, Ohio, Missouri, Georgia, Nebraska, and Kansas. He has also performed live with numerous bands such as Jah Roots, Scholar's Word, Tribal Style, Dreadnot, Offshore Riot, The Bonham House, and Misgana. Jah Roots provided the musical foundation for GRASS ROOTS, GRASS DUBS, and the track “Empress” which was featured on Jah Roots' Crucial.
In early 2009, Badda had the privilege of performing live with the Original Wailers in Miami; a life-changing experience.
Badda has enjoyed opening for various international acts such as Morgan Heritage, Julian Marley, Gyptian, Collie Buddz, 311, Less Than Jake, and Matisyahu.
HI, Thanks for the friendship! Looking forward to meeting you and please visit my personal "My Space". New live Mp3's and videos. Lots of information about me. Looking for a new music adventure!
COME OUT AND PARTY WITH ME!!! J RockA and Sarai Knowledge performing live! The must be at spot... definitely an event you won't wanna miss!!!
Friday, November 6, 2009 7pm-11pm City Hall, San Francisco "Where Hip Hop Meets Couture" A historical evening of high couture fashion show infused with hip-hop,live performances, and music/fashion professionals...
Meet in greets with the likes of Ed Hardy, The Source Magazine, Warner Bros., Interscope Records, and more...
$40 / $100 VIP includes admission to the official afterparty at Club 525 11:30pm - 2:30pm 525 Howard St., San Francisco
Limited presale tickets available online at airbornetickets.com Or if you're a local,tickets are available at Gussie's Chicken & Waffles 1521 Eddy St. in the heart of the historical Fillmore jazz district... Come down for some good ol' soul food!
Would love to see your beautiful faces :-) Hit me up if your going!! And if you're not in the SF area, check out show updates on my website at www.justbetrue.com for live events at a town near you!!!
Give thanks for your support xoxo Sending love and wishing you infinite abundance... Sarai
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HELLO MY NEW FRIEND I hope all is well. I am a singer-songwriter. And I am trying to make friends and to promote my music And I would like to be your friend.June of this year I had major surgery on my spine. Before that I was working 4 nights a week doing two shows at night. One morning I woke up I thought I had a stroke. I could not move OR feel my right side. But it turns out that that was between my vertebrates in my neck was gone. I was grinding bone on bone. My doctor said it would take eight months to a year to recuperate. So I'm promoting the music on my websites. So please if you like what you hear WOULD YOU HELP BY BUYING one ,two or more of my songs.and please if you would tell a friend. Please contact me at any time.MYSPACE/EMIAL May God bless and keep you. I will be if you let me always and for ever YOUR MUSICMAN EJ WILSON you may go to my myspace band page l offer free downloads also here is a link to my gospel website to enjoy. Thank you so much for your time.http://www.amazon.com/EJ-Wilson/dp/B001NENU5E/ref=sr_f1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dmusic&qid=1243730011&sr=101-1
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