JOSEPH ISRAEL and the JERUSALEM Band LIVE!
Michael Franti Joseph Israel @D.S.Music Fest
Reggae Concert: Joseph Israel
JOSEPH ISRAEL
________________________________________
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
........
Thanks for being a Truth to this generation at this TIME of continued darkness. Blessing to in a very special way with financial increase and Favor in the sight of Man. Continued success
Greetings, Blessed Love To All Of My Frends On My Space, Give Thanks Fede Continued Suport, May Jah Blessings Continiue To Be With I & I. More Love And Nuff Raspect, Zeen. Zebbhi Niyah
Just stoppin' by to say thank you so much for standing tall and representing the truth in everything you do...I've been checking out your videos on YouTube and the direction ,guidance, and insight they offer is a true blessing. Your music strengthens my resolve when my faith wavers and I am feeling alone. Peace, love, props from Alaska.
New Music. Upon Jah Mountain & Love Is All. Fiine steel roots-reggae music for ya heart&soul are up check'm. EP out soon too. one or 2 mo songs will be up shortly, Give thanks blessings family One -Jahn
So glad to be friends with you. May you be blessed this week.
Many exciting things are opening up. We are up for the annual KCCM Awards – and public voting is a big part of it. (public voting ends today, Feb. 10th)
You can go to www.kingcatmusic.com and write in our band name in. Our song, “Lord of All the Earth” is in contention for song of the year.
We would really appreciate your support and prayers. Take care!
Wanted to show some love for last nights show. I know I already told you that we enjoyed it spiritually and physically, but wanted to let you and wifey know that you are a beautiful couple and really Loved all you had. Blessed be a blissful life ~Tawnya
Hi, how are you doing? I'm semi-okay. Take care and keep in touch when you can. I'm not sure what else to say right now. So sorry the message is short.
Online Now!
!!!Blessed is the Creator
