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Ever since Belizean Reggae Artist Ras Indio was a small child, he has had Reggae music in his consciousness. Son of a famous Belizean musician, he literally grew up underneath the keyboards in the family studio. With a keen ear for Reggae and a foundation in Belizean Punta rock, Dance Hall & Calypso, he has a sound that is very complete. He learned to play the drum as a child and started performing at local events throughout Belize at age 12 as the keyboardist in his father’s band, “TRIBAL VIBES”. Between the Ages of 15-21, he toured with the band internationally throughout Mexico, U.S., and Europe. After his first solo release, Ras Indio linked up with other talented musicians around Belmopan, Belize to form the “BRIMSTONE FAMILY”, a group with which he still performs. They are well known as the “Purest, Roots Reggae band in Belize”.

On his latest CD, “Jah Bless Us” he shows us why he is considered a Belizean Reggae Star. This production is Ras Indio’s coming of age recording. From The title track to the last song “Liberate”, JBU is a musical odyssey that is sure to become a modern classic. Twenty melodies that mirror the journey Ras Indio has loved and lived. This release is bursting with traditional African elements mixed with the hardcore sound of Roots Reggae, lyrically filled with inspirational messages of truth & righteousness.

“I do Music & Sing for the Love of doing it, not with an expectation of financial reward. My reward is in the Happiness & Joy I bring into people’s lives through their enjoyment of my music”. His songs are one with his soul and purpose. Tracks with a positive message of ONE LOVE amongst all mankind with equal rights & justice for all!

Ras Indio has catapulted to the top of the list of people artist want to work with. He has collaborated with many great Reggae artist including Lutan Fyah, Luciano, Chezidek, Turbulence and NORRISMAN. He is ready for prime time. His contagious charisma and exciting stage shows have made him a household name in Belize and soon around the world. He is a gentle spirit with a powerful presentation of passions.

I asked Ras what inspired his lyrics. He replied, “Sometimes it’s like lightening striking…as in the case of Jah Bless Us, it was like Jah was saying, “This is going to be the name of this recording” It must be!” “Of my Lyrics, I can only say they are truly divinely inspired.” He exclaims humbly, “Faith in the Most high is what has gotten me this far, knowing that with him all things are possible.”

I recently caught up with Ras Indio while he was recovering from a fractured foot injury while in Northern California. If you’ve seem his energetic and captivating performances you’d wonder why he doesn’t have more injuries, this one was he sustained while playing basketball. I want people to have fun, I have a serious message, but it doesn’t have to be stoic. People should feel free to jump dance and sing along, just as it is with raise. His liveliness on stage is amazing inspiring. Of his following he would say, “I want to generate supporters of my music, not just fans…fans just blow breezes, supporters ignite movements and create positive vibes wherever they go!”

Be sure to catch Ras Indio at a festival near you, he will begin the next stage of touring February 7, 2010
at “REGGAE CONCIOUSNESS” in Seattle Washington. Jah Bless Always! He is currently collaborating with DJ Supermario for select Dance Hall performances.

Article appears in reggaefestivalguide.com E guide 2009

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