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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 2010
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. Visit their site.
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!
Chris & Mo Carsel
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 2008 by Thia Muilenburg
All rights reserved
Playing all original music, this mellow, funk/roots band can be found playing at Larry's Landing in Cruz Bay and other St. John venues. The band members include: Crystal Bray on Vocals, & Flute, Jared Warren on Guitar & back-up Vocals, Bo Magnie on Bass & Lead guitar, and Jon Moore on Drums.
March 17 - 21, 2010
The Festival begins with performances at various resturants and favorite watering holes across the island taking place throughout the week. The festival ends with a fabulous concert at the Coral Bay ball field, with appearances by outstanding, world-class blues artists.
