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Award-winning filmmaker Andrea E. Leland collaborated with James Brewster to create a 70-minute documentary that is a spirited musical journey to the Caribbean focusing on Scratch band music (also known as Quelbe) an indigenous, grass-roots form of folk music from the Virgin Islands that was recently declared the “official” music of the Virgin Islands.
Jamesie, the “King of Scratch”
and the All-Stars
St John Carnival 2012
If you can arrange to be on island during the summer, don't miss the awesome music, festivities and fun of St. John carnival. Carnival week starts the week before July 4th, and ends on the 4th with a fabulous parade and fireworks.
This lively, energetic group of musicians is a regular fixture in the clubs of St. John in the winter months. The richly layered swinging style
instrumentals of Jay Keefe, Ike Eichenberg, and Brian Silber get you up and dancing, while Laurie Keefe's vocals have delighted listeners for years.
Music on St. John
St. John is a music lovers oasis,
where you can kick back and listen, kick off your sandals and dance, or jump in and jam!
Catch this couple if you can - they've been part of the year round St. John music scene for over 15 years, playing lively bluegrass, blues, and folk-rock that will make you get up and dance all night!
St. John Essence
Copyright 2012 by Thia Muilenburg
All rights reserved
Playing all original music, this mellow, funk/roots band can be found playing at the Beach Bar in Cruz Bay and other St. John venues. The band members include: Brianna Felix on vocals, Jared Warren on Guitar & back-up Vocals, Bo Magnie on Bass & Lead guitar, and Jon Moore on Drums.
Come listen to some of the best performers on St. John. You'll hear local undiscovered talent, and guest artists play and jam on a variety of styles including folk, rock, bluegrass, contemporary folk, blues, country and jazz. Bring your instrument or your voice, and join in the jam. Dine on the outstanding menu offerings until 9pm. Each Wednesday night, 7:30 - , during the season
Inner Visions Band
St. John's own home grown reggae band, "Inner Visions will take you on a Conscious Reggae journey of the yester years, bringing you forward to the present, with new vibes, holding tight and true to the Message that is in the Music Reggae! This is definitely the group to watch. Inner Visions continue to remain true to the Roots of Reggae, which has garnered them the title of The Caribbean Masters of Reggae"
Love City Live! gains its major momentum from the high-energy of Morgan Heritage. This well known reggae band is only part of the full Love City Live! experience including boating, beach getaways, liming, duty-free shopping, savoring authentic cuisine, dancing and simply relaxing while taking in local beauty and culture. Join the party and indulge!
1/26/2012 – 1/29/2012