Artist description Imara is a Reggae singer/songwriter, hailing from the heart of the city of Kingston in the island of Jamaica. His speciality is 100% original, real authentic roots Reggae, with a spiritual base.

Music Style Traditional Jamaican Roots Reggae

Musical Influences Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Jimmy Cliff, Half Pint

Artist History I-MARA “Give thanks to Mother Nature, she preserves and nurtures me, blessed be the Almighty for earth wind and sea.” Words of power from the title track, Life’s Journey – one of I-mara’s newly completed projects. Born August 28, 1967, in Roaring River, St. Thomas, Jamaica, I-mara at birth, was called Courtney Mark Anthony Stewart. Realizing his strength and true purpose in life, this Songwriter/Recording Artiste adopted this new name I-mara. In his pursuits in life, I-mara, THE TRUTH DEFENDER, is always conscious of the challenges that may face him, consequently, his guiding words are, “Let love and truth be the foundation of your heart” This resilient brother has relied on his strong spiritual awareness to direct the path of his career. I-mara received his training at the Edna Manley College of the Visual & Performing Arts (Music Department) specializing in Ear and Vocal techniques. He recorded his first single in 1989; Iron Bars. In 1998-99 I-mara released a music video, DON’T FIGHT YOURSELF, on the Roots Rock label, which has received good rotation on the local television and cable stations. I-mara, with his determination and revolutionary spirit, has propelled himself into completing another project, - and album entitled “Voices and Dub”. Other singles released include “Magic” and “Unnecessary War”, the latter being from the album “life’s Journey”. I-mara has just released a re-recording of his first single “Iron Bars”, this has been released on the Top Secret label. Punctuality, hard work and dedication are major elements of this talented singer’s career. He also answer’s to the name “Haile Maskel”, given to him after his baptism in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, which means Power of the Cross. This has further boosted I-mara’s faith in the positive energy of life. Imara’s performing credits includes a tour of Mexico during November 1996; performing in, Quintana Roo, Isla Mujeres, Cancun, Chetumal, Carrillo Puerto and Playa Del Carmen. I-mara has also made numerous personal appearances locally, some of which include the following: R.J.R Global beat – Country Side Club, J.B.C Television Olympic Telethon, Grogg Shoppe – Devon House, Mirage and Cactus Night clubs, Little Pub, Peter Tosh’s Birthday Celebration, Western Consciousness and TV-J Morning Time Television show. “Ambition is the desire to go forward and improve one’s condition. It is a burning flame that lights up the life of the individual and makes him see himself in another state. To be ambitious is to be great in mind and soul, to want for which is worthwhile and to strive for it”. – Marcus Garvey.

Location Kingston, Jamaica - Jamaica

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