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ABOUT John Brown's Body

John Brown's Body is an eight-person modern reggae group. The group has released six studio albums and toured across the U.S. for ten years. Originally more deep-rooted in the more traditional roots and foundation stylings of Reggae that helped to build their reputation as a serious act, their music (starting from 2003) began to take a direction toward a more modern, spaced-out sound with an occasional blend of the traditional. As such, John Brown's Body music has been described by the New York Daily News as "more Massive Attack than Marley", and "reverent and revolutionary at the same time", a nod to their futuristic take on reggae music and their ability to put a unique twist on this music.

John Brown's Body has been called "America's best and most original reggae band" and continues to play almost exclusively original material. They have performed with a variety of groups, representing a wide-range of genres, over the years. This includes well known acts such as: Dave Matthews Band, Ozomatli, Broken Social Scene, and Jurassic 5. They have also headlined tours across the nation at the theater level.

John Brown's Body were awarded "Best World Music Act" at the 2001 Boston Music Awards, and "Best Live Act" the next year. In 2008, John Brown's Body released "Amplify" which debuted 1 on Billboards Reggae Chart, 10 on CMJ's World Music Chard, at the end of 2008 Amplify made the “iTunes best of 2008″ list for reggae records.

As a result of the loss of bassist Scott Palmer from cancer, John Brown's Body underwent some dramatic line-up changes during the summer of 2006. Kevin Kinsella (Vocals and Rhythm Guitar) has formally left the band on good terms, along with horn-men Dan Delacruz and Chris "C-Money" Welter. John Brown's Body is now led by Elliot Martin on vocals, and Tommy Benedetti on drums.

Ticket Locations: Online at www.livenation.com and all Tickatemaster locations and/or by calling 617-228-6000 and/or 617 or 508-931-2000. Tickets also available at HOB Box Office night of show. Get your tickets in advancE!

Sunday - 5/31/2009

GREGORY ISSACS

THE BRAND NEW ME TOUR

7pm Doors | 8pm show | 18+ | On sale Now!

ABOUT GREGORY ISSACS

Toot, Lonely Lover or simply Cool Ruler are just some of the nick names of the rude boy of reggae. Born in Fletchers land Kingston Jamaica on the 15th July 1950, Gregory Anthony Isaacs was the first son of Lester Isaacs and Enid Murray.

Gregory Isaacs started out as an electrician and cabinet maker. His career in music remained his ambition. He was inspired by singers such as Sam Cooke, Percy Sledge, Delroy Wilson, Alton Ellis and Ken Boothe. Gregory Isaacs began his recording career in the late sixties with "Another Heartache" for singer/producer Winston Sinclair. Although the record was not successful he was not discouraged and in 1969 he formed a group called The Concords with Penro Bramwell. They recorded a few 45s "Buttoo", "I Need Your Loving" and "Don't Let Me Suffer" for producer Rupie Edwards. Success did not follow so Gregory Isaacs decided to move on his career as a solo artist. He went on to record for Prince Buster entitled "Dancing Floor". Still not content he decided to start his own label, assisted by his friend Errol Dunkley, around 1973 and that was the beginning of the legendary African Museum record label, until this day producing classics. in 1974 Gregory recorded "Love Is Overdue" for Alvin "GG" Ranglin at Duke Reid's Treasure Isle Studio which was a major success. In 1975 he sold over 42,000 copies of the album "In Person". Gregory Isaacs continued to record for a number of producers as well as maintaining his own African Museum label. He produced Mr. Isaacs in 1976-77 and "Extra Classic" in 1977.

In the following year he signed a deal with Virgin and recorded two albums for their "Frontline" label, "Cool Ruler" in 1978 and "Soon Forward" in 1979. When his contract wih Virgin expired, UK-based label Charisma wasted no time in signing him up. For this record company he produced the classic albums "Lonely Lover" in 1980 and "More Gregory" in 1980. In 1982 Island Records made an undisclosed offer that Gregory Isaacs could not refuse. Gregory Isaacs opted for a short term contract. He then demonstrated his unique talent and produced the album "Night Nurse", which was a huge international success. In 1984 by mutual agreement he left Island Records and recorded for a friend and producer Tads "Green Back" Dawkins and produced two fine albums, "Easy" around September 1984 and "All I Have Is Love, Love, Love" in May 1986. In those mid-eighties he was beset by personal and legal problems and was even jailed in Kingston's General Penitentiary. After being released from prison he served his fans with a new album entitled "Out Deh". Due to these problems - including financial problems - Gregory Isaacs was willing to record for anyone and everyone who was prepared to pay him.

In the second half of the eighties Gregory Isaacs was the most high prolific reggae artist recording for produces like King Jammy, Bobby Digital, Steely & Clevie, Redman, Sly & Robbie, Gussie Clarke, King Tubby, among others. Despite rumours about Gregory Isaacs' rude boy lifestyle and the near destruction of his unique talents with the help of cocaine he is still recording and still creating hit tracks to this day. With a musical career spans over three decades by now and having delivered a trailer load of reggae classics - singles as well as albums - his legendary status and reputation in the reggae business are truly second to none.

Ticket Locations: Online at www.livenation.com and all Tickatemaster locations and/or by calling 617-228-6000 and/or 617 or 508-931-2000. Tickets also available at HOB Box Office night of show. Get your tickets in advancE!