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Artist description
As a singer I pried myself on my delivery every piece of music becomes a different work of art, so I put my life, my soul, into every song that I sing make it one in one million I am simply a messenger, with the message. And a writer with and everyday story to tell |
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Music Style
Caribbean Pop, Jazz, Latin, R&B, Barlards |
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Musical Influences
Steve wonder the battles Lou Rolls Frank Santeria, patsy cline maven gay |
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Similar Artists
Unique As My Self But People think that my voice sound like: Barry White, Lou Rolls, Frank Santeria, Maven gay |
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Artist History
Levi John is a Caribbean-born Singer/Entertainer whose musical exploits have carried him far beyond the boundaries of his native land. He is one of the first musicians to blend successfully the sounds of Caribbean reggae with American country music, soul, hip-hop, calypso and jazz to produce an unusual fusion of melodies, harmonies and rhythms. Levi named this new sound “Caribbean Pop.” His dynamic voice is rich, resonant and yet tender enough to interpret the most sentimental lyrics.Born in St. John’s Village, Grenada, Levi moved to Trinidad with his family when he was three. He began singing in church at the age of four and performing social functions by the age of eleven. Apart from Gospel music, Levi was influenced at an early age by American country and later British rock played on the local radio station. This admixtureOf musical genres, along with his native Caribbean Melodies would later shape Levi’s own compositions.While singing in a Showcase in London, Levi was noticed by an American producer who invited him to New York to appear in several on and Off-Broadway Productions. Ballad Caribe. The show lasted for three years, during which time Levi also established himself as a singer/entertainer in New York and around the US. Following his appearance in Fun City Showcase Theatre, he undertook formal training at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Levi has traveled and performed extensively in Europe, performing on stage in Britain, Holland, Spain, Italy and Germany. His first album, “Body Music,” was produced London. And establish the singer a one of the greatest voices around. Levi’s prevalence in Europe has influenced his work schedule to include several tours over the past few years. While performing in the United States, Levi was approached by a New York producer to travel and perform in LasVegas, Reno, and LakeTaho. Since that first appearance, Levi has played In Miami, Chicago, Orlando, LA, Sanibel, Fort Myers. And many other places in the US. And Canada. In1994, Levi wrote a song for one of his favorite resorts, Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa. The song, entitled “Sanibel Harbour Sunset,” can be found on the album of the same title, On the Web.While maintaining a busy schedule of stage appearances in Florida, Levi has released several CDs. Although he has always been focused on refining his artistic talent, Levi has used his music to enrich the lives of those less fortunate. Throughout his career, he has performed numerous benefits for underprivileged children as well as performing at the opening ceremonies of the Special Olympics.Levi’s latest contribution to the music industry is “Generations.” This CD has taken his music to new and higher level. “Generation” is a rich full sound that clearly has its origins in R&B but borrows from Pop, Jazz Gospel and Levi’s Own Caribbean Pop to create a distinct sound that will find a broad audience. One of the highlights of this CD is “People Helping People” a highly energized song that truly embodies his philosophy of living. |
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Group Members
Singer/Song Writer Entertainer/With Band Generations |
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Instruments
Guitar |
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Albums
5-cd |
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Press Reviews
LEVI JOHN Levi John is a Caribbean born singer, entertainer and musician whose talent, love of people and joy in living have carried him far beyond the boundaries of his native land. Born in St John’s Village, Grenada, Levi moved with his family to Trinidad when he was three. He began singing in church at the early age of four and performing at social functions by the age of eleven. While singing in a London showcase, Levi was noticed by an American producer who invited him to New York to appear in several on and off Broadway productions. While performing on Broadway, Levi also established himself as a singer/entertainer in New York and seized the opportunity to formally train at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Since then, Levi has performed extensively across the US and Canada, spreading a message of joy and hope through his music and his rare ability to touch the soul of those he meets. He has also traveled and performed across Europe, performing on stage in Britain, Holland, Spain, Italy and Germany. Levi’s ability to touch lives with his music and heart transcends any language or cultural barrier. The Europeans have embraced him and the mutual admiration has encouraged Levi to schedule periodic return tours over the past several years. Levi was influenced at an early age by Gospel music, American country, the joyful music of his native land and later by British rock playing on the local radio station. His dynamic voice, rich and resonant allows him to successfully perform a diverse selection of melodies and rhythms, yet is tender enough to perform the most sentimental lyrics and classic ballads. A gifted entertainer, Levi reaches out to his audience, recognizing each of them for the special and unique individual they are and connects with them on a personal level. Levi’s latest contributions to the music industry embody his vision, a world of hope and promise for the people of the world. Levi believes in a world of people united, people caring and giving of themselves without prejudice. He envisions a world that can change, with people finding joy in each day and in response they reach out to others in love to unselfishly lend a helping hand.. Throughout his career Levi has demonstrated his vision by performing numerous benefits and providing support for those who are underprivileged or in need. A performance at the opening ceremonies for the Special Olympics and raising funds for the Rainbow children in Europe through CD sales were earlier commitments. As world unrest becomes more evident, Levi has become increasingly passionate about his vision and his music. His message, his music, and his commitment reflect that. “People Helping People”, a special release selection from a popular CD entitled “Generations”, will fund a pending foundation established to fulfill Levi’s dream; the building of a children’s hospital in his native land – the Caribbean. The CD “Generations” has a rich full sound that clearly has its origins in R&B, but borrows from Pop, Jazz, Gospel and of course, Caribbean Pop, to create a distinct sound, a higher level of music for Levi that will reach a broad audience. Proceeds from the sale of his most recent CD, “Dancin in the Moonlight” with the song “Children of Today” is devoted to funding a major contribution and commitment by Levi for an expansion of the Ronald McDonald House in Fort Myers, Florida.This year, Levi has performed a concert for a major fund raising effort to benefit the American Cancer Society in Knoxville, Tennessee, a concert to support the Big Brothers and Sisters in Florida, and is scheduled to perform a live concert in August 2001 to support an organization assisting troubled youth in Northwest Florida. Levi will continue to refine his artistic ability, but recognizing that the hope for the future lies in our ability to care, show compassion and reach out and help each other, he remains committed as in his words, to serving as a “messenger”. He continues to deliver a message of hope through his music, his way of giving back for the gift of life and talent. |
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Additional Info
A new look for the Cd Generations |
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Location
Fort Myers, Florida - USA |
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