Artist description Tropical Ensemble is a group of Steeldrum Musicians based in Baltimore, MD. USA. We play a variety of music from Reggae and calypso...the roots of the Caribbean, to R&B, Pop, Jazz and even classical.

Music Style Panjazz, R&B, Calypso, Reggae and Soca

Musical Influences Andy Narell, Boogsie Sharpe, Gershwin, Quincy Jones

Similar Artists Andy Narell, Panazz, Othello Mullineaux, Robbie Greenidge, Jimmy Buffet, Caribbean Jazz Project

Artist History Tropical was formed in March of 1994 and has sinced produced two (2) CDs on the TeMuzik label, "The Message" and "Still De Best". We have educated & entertained many along the Eastcoast USA. We are comprised of students and working adults both male and female, Caribbean and non-Caribbean players. Our music knows no barriers..

Group Members Leads...Emrold (Arranger), Kendall, Peter, Selwyn, Adana & Tammi. Double Seconds... Vanessa & Carla, Cello... Darren, Percussion... Primo & Garth, Drums... Dex, Gibby...bass, Business... Delia

Instruments Steeldrums, Bass Guitar,Percussions and Vocals

Albums The Message and Still De Best

Press Reviews John Blake WHUR, Wash DC...Great group of 'guys'. Always except good music from them.Ron Lammy [eCaroh.com]...good music. In the tradition of the Panazz GroupLeon "Smooth" Edwards [Trinidad All Stars Arranger]...It's amazing what you guys have achieved in such short time. Keep up the good work.

Additional Info Opens for Jimmy Buffet 8/26/00 in Columbia, Maryland

Location Baltimore, Maryland - USA

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