Kevin 'UncleRudy' Morris, Anthony "DJ Tony"Davies, Tom 'Tommy Tune' Guerriero, Verden Matthias, Alan 'Rubin Kincaid" Waters, and from time to time featuring Ras Vinny Capellupo.
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THE NODDACLU STORY
In 1991 Kevin Morris ( original bass player), Tom Geurriero (original guitarist), and then drummer Kevin Berry started to really get into the sounds of reggae including the king album of them all 'Bob Marley's Legend'. After many trips into Boston to see local reggae bands such as Loose Caboose, Diversity, Search Party, Wilson Blue... we were hooked.
OUR FIRST SHOW: Elaine's Restaurant Hull, MA February 21, 1992. The place held 115 people and we had 267 pay at the door. Hull was a Rock & Roll town loving bands like Aerosmith, and this changed that for many people. Reggae fans and new reggae lovers started coming out of the walls and NODDACLU shows were the place to be.
OUR FIRST CD: The Ultimate Backyard Reggae Party came out in 1995 with a different band than today. That Cd is out of print but sold over 2000 copies in a few short weeks.
OUR NEW CD: It is finally out and getting rave reviews. Very high quality production with a unique NODDACLU feel to all the roots reggae, soca, ska and dancehall.
So, light one up and sit back and enjoy. Here are some of the song titles, below.
Don't Pressure Me - Sweet Kali Ganga - Believe Me -Roots Man Nuh Fraid - Our Thoughts- Not Long Time - We Know What We Know - Reason - Do you want to Live - You Better Believe -Confusion - -Chant me Chant
OUR SHOWS: If you have been to see a NODDACLU show, then you have probably seen many. Our fans are the best in the business. No attitudes, no violence, and plenty of good vibes. The show is upbeat with a party edge that makes the reggae come alive. The diverse set list touches many different styles giving everyone something to dance to. We can play to many different audiences as well. We are not afraid to play Hot Hot Hot or 3 Little Birds. Those songs make people jump out of there seats to party and that is what it is all about.
RASTA: Although this band has members with and without dreadlocks, we are not Rastafarians in the traditional sense. We believe people have a right to be who they are! Our crowd is black, white, Indian, Chinese... all getting along with their own lifestyles and beliefs. We do sing about Jah and Rastafari in many of our songs including original music. One Love, One Heart as Bob Marley sings about stands true with us as well. We all want to live a positive and happy life, and we try to help our fans do just that.
Influences
Classic Roots Reggae, Soca and Calypso playing
artists such as: Bob Marley, Ziggy Marley,
Burning Spear, Greggory Issacs, Morgan Heritage,
Steel Pulse, Luciano, Sean Paul,
Buju Banton, Byron Lee, Arrow, Jacob Miller
as well as our originals from our CD
'The Ultimate Backyard Reggae Party'
which was released to rave reviews in 1996.
We are currently putting the finishing touches
on our new CD coming soon.
Sounds Like
Charities: We have performed for The Make-a-Wish Foundation, The Jimmy Fund Walk-a-thon, Gang Peace, The Jane's Chase, Breast Cancer, Nantasket Chowder Festival, and countless private fundraisers attracting large crowds of supporters.
Corporate Shows: We have played for Putnam Investments, Anderson Consulting, Bank Boston, Harpoon, Red Stripe, Cadillac, White Cliffs, Dana Farber Cancer Centers, Boston Medical Center, Specials Olympics, City of Boston... and countless more.
Clubs: The South Shore Music Circus, The Yardrock Cafe, Waterworks, The Beachcomber, The Eurocafe, Pat Flanagan's, The Snow Barn, Bill's Bar, The Kells, The Commonwealth Brewery, The Harp, Copperfields, Mass Bay Lines, and many, many, more which may have gone out of business before we did!
Our new CD "Long Time Now" is out and available on ITunes by searching NODDACLU. Some of the tunes are here on this page. The others were recorded at a show at the Western Front, in Cambridge, MA. Just a small taste of NODDACLU, ya mon!
NODDACLU has been entertaining
reggae fans for over 15 years. Based in the Boston area,
NODDACLU provides top quality roots, soca, and calypso music for all events.
Who are We?: Just a bunch of reggae lovers from all walks of life. NODDACLU has endured many changes for the better through the years of personnel and style. A mix of Caribbean, African, and American musicians have given us a unique, yet authentic sound throughout the years. Formed in 1991 NODDACLU has played with such prestigious reggae artists such as Jimmy Cliff, Big Youth, The Skatillites, Mashek Fashek, as well as shows for Sharon Stone's Birthday at the Martha's Vineyard home were President Clinton vacations. NODDACLU has received countless accolades from The Boston Globe, The Patriot Ledger, The Reggae Review, and The New England Performer.
NODDACLU has built a reputation as a professional, on-time, un-tiring reggae show not to be missed!!
Not all events are listed, so please email us for more information. Noddaclu will be adding additional public shows in the Boston and South Shore area. If you have a club in mind and think you could help promote a show, please email us. We are available for reggae weddings, clubs, private events, outdoor shows, and fundraisers....NODDACLU can take care of all your party needs. We can supply sound systems, disc jockeys, catering, tents set up and delivery... We will be glad to answer all of your party questions.
