JOSEPH ISRAEL and the JERUSALEM Band LIVE!
Michael Franti Joseph Israel @D.S.Music Fest
Reggae Concert: Joseph Israel
JOSEPH ISRAEL
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Joseph Israel Bio:
“Mixing Rock, Jazz, and Folk to a Rockers Reggae Bass, Joseph Israel is a musician who knows the past with an eye on the future.” Relix Magazine Jan 2008
“Message Music delivered with the energy of youth and a Faith that eschews all boundaries.” Beat Magazine Vol.26, 2007 May 20th, 2008.
JOSEPH ISRAEL Biography
Joseph Israel, born Joseph M. Fennel, is one of those unique individuals whose natural talents and spiritual calling have merged into a music that is as thought provoking as it is inspiring. “What I share with my audience is to draw everyone closer to the source of Truth – that we are all brothers and sisters, and that division and lies cannot stand”. The name, Israel, is a reflection that defines Joseph’s striving for the blessings of the Almighty YHWH (pronounced ‘Yahweh’). This is the name intended for all peoples, tribes and tongues that love the Most High and love their neighbor. These are the teachings of Rabbi Yahshua of Nazareth the Messiah. This is what he is a part of. We are all one family.
Joseph is truly blessed to have been surrounded by a deep sense of appreciation for all cultures as a youth. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Joe and Jean Ann Fennel, Israel was exposed to the works and writings of history makers like Martin Luther King Jr. His father and Uncle were also huge fans of reggae music and traveled often to Jamaica. At age 12 Joseph received his first reggae cassettes – Bob Marley, “Legend”, Peter Tosh. “Wanted Dead or Alive, Jimmy Cliff, “Special”, Burning Spear, ‘Marcus Garvey. Israel was inspired by their musicianship, but more importantly, by the message. “Their music really inspired me to become who I am. They were speaking about the truth, humanity and about changing things in a positive way. And even when things are tough, we must keep going. So I found a common thread in reggae music that spoke to my heart”.
Naturally, Joseph began writing songs of his own, and formed the reggae band Kepha (Aramaic for ‘Rock’) which did well regionally. The group recorded ‘Redemption Time’ in Fayetteville, AR. He also started the group Lions of Israel, whose modern day roots rocked the Midwest and beyond from 2002-2005. In 2004 Joseph was invited to open for Ziggy Marley at a sold-out concert in Fayetteville. His acoustic performance was captivating and propelled Joseph closer to the recording of his debut solo album “Gone Are the Days”. The album was self-produced and financed, and was recorded at Tuff Gong Studios in the heart of Kingston, Jamaica. Its lyrics are of headline-torn news reports, and are a call for spiritual awakening. In 2006 Joseph Israel was signed to New Door Records of Universal Music Group , and in 2007 “Gone Are the Days” reached 11 on the Top Reggae album charts.
In 2008 Israel released download-only EP ‘Teach Your Children”, Restore Humanity. “It was a lot of fun to make”, says Joseph of the sessions. “I was able to record some great songs, while helping to bring awareness to the Restore Humanity organization”. Restore Humanity is a 501{c} {3} non-profit charitable outfit founded by Sarah Fennel, Joseph’s sister. The program aids and assists the needs of oppressed and poverty-stricken families around the world.
Joseph Israel has toured the US, rocking and inspiring audiences from coast to coast with his message music. Israel is currently in the studio putting the finishing touches on his second album, to be released in 2009. Look for the ‘Solutions’ EP available now!
“This music is like a tree planted by the river of water that brings forth fruit in due season – fruits of Joy, Hope, Unity and Healing. I look forward to the day that the Earth will be restored, no more war, suffering or strife, only LIFE! I realized instead of just talking about these things I could share them through song and really have a positive effect. This message is healing people all over”.
J. Israel
Shalom.
More info go to:
HYPERLINK "http://www.josephisrael.com" www.josephisrael.com
HYPERLINK "http://www.myspace.com/josephisrael" www.myspace.com/josephisrael
For press contact:
So You Can
831-479-0711
HYPERLINK "mailto:soyoucan@sbcglobal.net" soyoucan@sbcglobal.net
For booking contact:
Sweetwine Entertainment Group
303.444.1554
HYPERLINK "mailto:ira@sweetwinegroup.com" ira@sweetwinegroup.com
HYPERLINK "http://www.sweetwinegroup.com" www.sweetwinegroup.com
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With so many voices of "truth" all espousing what is wrong it is comforting to hear YHWH's solution. Manifest the love He intends for all mankind, taught by His Son Yahshua, by reading His written word and seeking His purpose. Praise YHWH, Shalom Israel
How are you my brother? I pray you are well and prospering in all things! May Yahweh always be with you and Jehovah Nissi be your banner of love. THANK YOU for fighting the good fight and communicating the message through music to us all! May you walk always in the peace of Yahweh, even in the midst of our troubled world. Robert
Check out my new website www.bustoutrecords.com. Listen and buy or order beats there. Find ringtones at http://myxer.com/bustout. If you are a talented artist contact us and email us your demo at chris@bustoutrecords.com. We will promote your song and let a&r reps hear them. Give thanks, one love
Thanks for the support, Brother Joseph. This new project is purely dedicated to the Most High; to give Him thanks and praise. I do desire to praise Him with you soon. Much love and many blessings.
Peace Sunday, June 5, 1982, Rose Bowl, no nukes - nuclear disarmament - stop nuclear madness concert - NYC - Central Park - June 12, 1982, 1,000,000 person march and rally for Nuclear Freeze. Photography and presentation by Curtis Rainbow. 'Give Peace a Chance' music by Achim Schultz. Inspiration by Yoko Ono. Dedicated to John Lennon.
Baruch atah Adonai elohaynu melech ha'olam asher kidshanu bemitzvotav veratza vanu veshabbat kodsho be'ahavah u'vratzon hinchilanu zikaron le'ma'asay vereshit ki hu yom techilah lemikra'ay kodesh zecher l'tziyat mitzrayim. Ki vanu vacharta ve'otanu kidashta mikol ha'amim veshabbat kodshecha be'ahava u'vratzon hinchaltanu. Baruch atah Adonai mikadesh ha-Shabbat.
Praised are You, YAHWEH our ELOHIM, Sovereign of the Universe, who makes us holy with mitzvot and takes delight in us. In love and favor You have made the holy Sabbath our heritage, as a reminder of the work of Creation. It is first among our sacred days, and a remembrance of the Exodus from Egypt. O YAHWEH, You have chosen us and set us apart from all the peoples and in love and favor have given us the Sabbath Day in your love and favor. Praised are You YAHWEH for the Sabbath and its holiness.
@ The Alcoholic Center For Women 1147 S. Alvarado Street Los Angeles, Ca 90006 (Located on Alvarado, Between Pico & Olympic) This is a Sober Dance Event!!!! Cost: Free Performance Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm DJ From 7:30pm - 11:00pm
