“from GWADA-DA to SWITZERLAND, from JAMAICA to AMERICA... ”
Reggae sensation Cali P was born 1985 as the son of a Swiss mother and a father from the Caribbean island
Guadeloupe (Gwada), who’s an inspired musician from the percussion-group “Akiyo”. Being raised in Switzerland and Guadeloupe,
living the Rastafarian traditions and knowing his heart belongs to Africa; allow him to bridge the gap between first-
and third world cultures.
Music had a strong and powerful influence in his life from the very beginning, so Cali P began playing drums at the
young age of three. He found his musical inspiration from throughout the vast genres of Reggae, Dancehall, Soul,
Jazz, Rock and even from a splash of Pop music. As well as displaying outstanding drumming skills, he began
writing lyrics at the age of 14. He kicked off his Dancehall career as MC of the “Gideon Soldiers” soundsystem in
the year 2000.
He began appearing throughout Switzerland’s dancehalls, easily winning over the Swiss crowds with his unique
confidence and vibrant energy on stage. A winning combination of unmistakable and beautiful vocal talent, a
superb lyrical content and an engaging self-esteem, he charms all his audience. Cali P is an artist who – once
you’ve seen him perform live - is truly believed and never forgotten!
Soon his international career started taking off and he continued satisfying thousands of people across Europe in
up to 200 shows, such as Summerjam (D), Rototom Sunsplash (I) and Zénith (Paris) each with capacity of 40,000
people or more. Cali P has performed at the ESPN Winter-XGames 2008 in Aspen, Colorado (U.S.). He has also
been privileged to grace Africa and the place of his birth, Guadeloupe. Spreading his message with his spirituality
floating lyrics and sensational vocals.
Since 2004 Cali P performs regularly with live backing bands such as “Soul Fire” (D), “Roots Harmonics” (DK),
“The Scrucialists” (CH) and “House of Riddim” (A). But his strong stage appearance also guarantees an exciting
night, when he rocks it alongside various Soundsystems.
His first single “Forward” was released in February 2005 on the Pow Pow Productions label, which produced
also for Gentleman hits like “Superior”. This song gets international attention followed by more than 30 other songs
on 7inch productions or compilations including the soundtrack for the american Freeski-DVD (2007) called “IDEA”,
with over 20’000 sales. The success of these works provided him with a solid foundation to build on and the
strength for his mission.
There is a lot more to come from this progressive artist, as he will release his debut album „Lyrical Faya“ on May
2nd in 2008. The first single is the wonderful and live recorded song “Keep in touch” and talks about love over
distance. When you feel close to somebody who is so far. The videoclip was shooted by a professional american
filmcrew who also worked for NOFX.
Cali P is a true, inspired and blessed Rasta youth with a positive and righteous message and he lives the message
he preaches. Whoever gets the chance to see Cali P performing live, will be able to see a unique humility and
fire shining from within.
Whether taking centre-stage with live band or with Black Phantom Sound - Cali P is without a doubt the New
Reggae Dancehall Sensation!
- Watch out, Cali P come spread his lyrical fire -
Influences
Well I got my Influences first from the most high Jah Rastafar I. Wich means the Allmighty God our Creator.
Then i just grow up with music.
If i name my personal influences, i will name my father first, because he is a musician too. He is one of the founder of Guadeloupes biggest group named AKIYO....his name is "MARSO"......
Then i was listening a lot of Bob Marley and all the Foundation legends like U- Roy, Peter Tosh, Burning Spear and and and
Still i listennd a lot of diffrent music from rnb to jahzz....everything positive
VIDEOS:
CALI P: "I KNOW THERE IS LIFE" MUSIC VIDEO
CALI P ft COLLIE BUDDZ & KID KUDI: Day n Nite RMX
CALI P ft MYKAL ROZE & MITCH: "MR COLLIE" RMX
CALI P Ft INTERIMEURS: "30 DEGREES" MUSIC VIDEO
INTERIMEURS FT CALI P: 30 DEGREES TRAILER (2008)
CALI P: "KEEP IN TOUCH" MUSIC VIDEO (2008) - LYRICAL FAYA
CALI P: Les Arcs Verntilo Fest 08
Cali P - live @ XGames 2008 (Aspen U.S.)
CALI P longside BLACK PHANTOM: Live at ROYAL REGGAEFEST 2007 (SWITZERLAND)
CALI P longside TIWONY: Live in PARIS 2007 (FRANCE)
CALI P: Live at Moita 2007 (PORTUGAL)
CALI P longside BLACK PHANTOM: Live at KEEP IT REAL JAM 2007 (GERMANY)
CALI P longside ROOTS HARMONICS & MANDINGO: Live at Ragga Pak 2006 (DENMARK)
Yes I Cali P! Greetings outa Berlin Good New Songs,Good Vibes,Good Work Luv&Respect King Freddie Mcgregor Luv&Respect King Maykal Rose Missed ye on May 22 at Yaam Show! Nevertheless You were there in our Soul&Mind, I band was there spreading the message of one roots "Riddim&Roots" (also on myspace) Babylon will always try to stop we but will never capture our FIRE Luv&Guidence,Blessings,Hafiz
Kel ke soi obstak ou renkontwé si chimin awe an ka mandé Papa la gadé zié siwe é toujou bawe santé foss é déterminasyon ou bizouinn pou kontinié avansé!
Keep it real keeep it up my Bredda! Bon weekend potew bien Guidance &I-tection
BLESSED LOVE RASPEK MI BOBO CALI P COMMUNICATION GROWS WHEREVER I GO VISUAL AND DIGITAL SOUNDS FLOW YET IT GROWS... MORE INSPIRATIONS COME WIZ DI WORD KEEP UR POSITIVE VYBZ AND ISPIRATION FLOWS ANTI-NEGATIVE HAVE A PERFECT WEEK MORE RASTAFARI
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