Rob Symeonn, a rising star in the reggae world, is committed to helping return reggae to its roots. Using his timeless voice and songwriting skills, he has been building a successful career and is now positioned to join the international reggae scene.
Reflecting his strong moral beliefs, Symeonn's lyrics bring a positive and conscious message to his listeners. His first single on Easy Star Records, "Anything for Jah", is a rockers anthem, expressing not only Rasta devotion to Jah but a spiritual message that is universally relevant. Singing in a roots style--evocative of the original sounds of artists such as Bob Marley, Hugh Mundell, and Fred Locks--Symeonn, like those who came before him, understands that a universal message and a catchy song will best spread Jah's words of love.
Symeonn made his debut as a singer for the One Love International sound system. From there, he has steadily built a following among Caribbean reggae fans in New York. It was while he was honing his skills at Freedom International and Macca Bee sound systems that he first met and worked with fellow Easy Star recording artist Ruff Scott in 1986.
Arriving in the U.S. in 1978, Symeonn made his home in Flatbush, Brooklyn, or as he likes to describe it, "a little Caribbean". He is proud to have performed with Tiger, Yellowman, Sister Carol and Tony Rebel, among other reggae stars. Symeonn listens to as many different musical styles as possible to broaden his approach to singing. "Living in Brooklyn has exposed me to so many different musical vibes", he says. "I listen to everything I can".
Symeonn continues to perform up and down the East Coast. Most recently, Rob opened up for Everton Blender in Ohio. He has also voiced on the latest Easy Star Riddim called "Thai Stick". Look out for the new 7" called "Keep On Trying", in stores soon (also on the riddim: Luciano, Anthony B, Triston Palma and The Meditations).
We at Easy Star feel blessed to have had the chance to continue to work with such a special artist. Rob Symeonn has been with us from the start and we are committed to bringing much more of his music to the people in the future.
Recommended release:
 | Title: The Chosen One
Artist: Rob Symeonn
Year: 2006
Label: Redbud Recordings
More info: www.redbudrecords.com
Where to buy: Amazon | CD Baby | Tracks:
01 - Intro
02 - Message in the Music
03 - Chosen One
04 - Light of Mine
05 - Empress
06 - Roots Woman Ft. Terry Ganzie
07 - Best Friend Ft. Junior Kelly
08 - No More Ft. Willow Wilson
09 - Interlude
10 - Good Over Evil
11 - Free Ft. Willow Wilson & Dj Tempa
12 - Cold Outside
13 - Stumblin Block
14 - King Tafari
15 - Jah Is the Teacher Ft. Simpleman
16 - Roots Woman Remix
17 - Empress Instrumental Ft. Jerry Johnson on Sax |
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