THE YOUNG ELDERZ: CHILDREN of RASTAFARI

The Young Elderz

CHILDREN of RASTAFARI

© 2005 The Young Elderz (825346821023)

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NEO-REGGAE-SOUL... The YOUNG ELDERZ band is here to bring music with a message. Expect the Revolutionary, Righteous and Romantic. The YOUNG ELDERZ music is enjoyable listening that uplifts and inspires.

tracks

1 Revolutionary
2 He's Calling
3 The Crossing
4 Children of Rastafari
5 H.I.M Quote
6 Deliver My Soul
7 Psalms 138
8 Marcus Garvey
9 It's a Blessing
10 I Don't Know
11 Woes!
12 They Fighting
13 There's A Place
14 Towers of Return
15 Spirit

notes

WWW.MYSPACE.COM/youngelderz
www.myspace.com/kwazmuzik

We are dedicated to Afrika/BLACKNESS in the spiritual, emotional and physical sense. We are young Afrikans embodying the wisdom and strength of our ancestors and have accepted the mission to elevate minds to a Divine Power. We are spiritual warriors fighting the good fight against oppression using music as Our weapon.

Since We first stepped on a stage, grabbed microphones, plugged into amps, and addressed a crowd, comparisons have been made to legends in music like The Fugees for their musical blending, Morgan Heritage for their contemporary roots reggae and Black Uhuru for their vintage Rastafarian message and sound. However, We are still unique but do recognize that Our similarities to the above mentioned allows for audiences to feel a warmth and familiarity with Us. And We appreciate their paving the way for the Young Elderz experience!

We bring music with a message. The message is of social reform and spiritual evolution. You can expect to hear the Revolutionary, Righteous and Romantic from Us. We make sure Our music is enjoyable listening that uplifts and inspires- after all that's what music is about. The music has a message that invokes insight and deep introspection to all who have ears to hear. Armed with Our music and Our Rastafarian faith We are ready to take the nation on a spiritual journey in route to social change.

If you would like to see more of Us, check out Our photographers' page at www.nattylovephotos.com. Also check out Our site www.young-elderz.com to learn more about Us.

After you have purchased and heard Our music, by all means send Us a reply via email YOUNG_ELDERZ@yahoo.com.

Until then,

Jah Bless! Rastafari!

MUSIC BIO:

The muzik will make you smile. The beat will move your soul joyfully. The lyrics will send you into deep thought. The album will transform you.

The Young Elderz present their debut album : "CHILDREN of RASTAFARI" for your listening pleasure. We have worked hard to provide a form of Reggae that captures Caribbean Folk muzik dating back to the Mento muzik days while dealing with issues relevent to the here and now.

The muzik preaches a doctrine of love, peace, black pride, anti-corruption and hope for the poor -- some of the teachings of the Rastafari faith.

The album is a protest movement; We are voicing Our suffering. Listen to tracks like: Deliver My Soul | I Don't Know | Woes! | They Fighting and feel the pain.

We are also voicing Our joy. Listen to tracks like: Revolutionary | He's Calling | It's a Blessing | Psalms 138 |The Crossing | There's a Place | Spirit.

There are other tracks that can be highlighted, but We will let you listen and find out more for yourselves.

Jah Bless! Rastafari!

reviews

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  • Ace!
    author: Lois

    Fantastic album, highly recommedable!! Keep up the good work!

  • this soulful loving the lyrics the vibez, you guyz are what i want to hear when
    author: Native son of D_cyphernauts

    im truley feeling this, the sister on that jam children of rastafari is heavenly wicked seen, my uncles are rastas one of my uncles used to lead the twelve tribe so i am heavily influenced by the culture. and this music is soulful keep it lock hope to calabo.. Native

  • The closest comparison I can make is if you were to blend Morgan Heritage with T
    author: Mark @Reggae-Reviews

    One of the most difficult things for a musical act to accomplish in this been-there-done-that day and age is to sound unique. With their striking debut Children of Rastafari, Young Elderz does just that. And to quote Martha Stewart, "That's a good thing." This multi-gender group of singers and musicians blends rich roots harmonies with strumming guitars to form a truly engaging listening experience. The closest comparison I can make is if you were to blend Morgan Heritage with Tracy Chapman. While the Chapman-esque folksiness comes through on tracks like "Woes!" and "Deliver My Soul," that by no means is the extent of the group's sound. "Children of Rastafari" and "I Don't Know" have a propulsive '70s funk edge, "The Crossing" and "Towers of Return" feel like swaying '50s R&B ballads, "Marcus Garvey" has a jazzy touch, and "Spirit" has a gospel vibe, not to mention the traditional one-drop groove of "They Fighting." And the most amazing thing is that it all works! As with the recent acoustic Inna de Yard releases from Earl "Chinna" Smith and Kiddus I, the folk guitar sound doesn't diminish the reggae foundation on which the music here rests. The vocals are soulful and layered, providing a mild gospel feel throughout. Lyrically, Young Elderz deliver humble, righteous messages with a charming universality that transcends Rastafarianism on tracks like "Marcus Garvey," which notes that "This is not racial or political, or even whimsical or prejudicial, or even ethical or superficial, or social or even spiritual. This is the truth that none can deny: Marcus Garvey was a great guy." If you want a taste of something a little different, check out Children of Rastafari.

  • Proof that hard work pays off!
    author: Amira

    The CD gives me everything I want. The topics are real. The tones and moods transition smoothly. There is a song to suite your mood and the approach (vocal and instrumentals) are combined well. A great CD, enjoy it!

  • they just make good music together
    author: Ted "The Boot" Boothroyd

    Let’s consider what The Young Elderz offer. They spend 61 minutes demonstrating how much can be achieved with simple instruments and a few intermingling voices in combination with great tunes. There’s no showing off, and they haven’t hired a posse of big names to help; they just make good music together. The lyrics are straightforward expressions of concern and faith. The harmonies may seem fragile at times, but they are practiced, inventive and warm. The production is professional but nothing fancy. And the album works beautifully. Each track has its attractions, but I’ll cite three particularly. “The Crossing” uses a simple chord progression on guitar as the basis of a lovely hymn; it changes at the 3-minute mark to a more pronounced, quicker rhythm. Among the many strong musical hooks on this album, “It’s a Blessing” has perhaps the most unforgettable in the harmonies of the title refrain. And I have to mention the extended song about African repatriation, “Towers of Return,” which begins with nyahbinghi drumming and a spoken mediation, then turns into a very pretty chant with humming vocal support and simple guitar accompaniment. This is your chance to be one of those whose CD purchase will still be played and enjoyed five years from now. Go ahead, get this modest work of art.

  • Fresh, New Interesting.
    author: Karin Nydia

    This cd is fresh and it makes you think more importanly. It's great for anyone who is fed up of the normal, boring stuff. Great Young Elderz, Thanks.

  • delicate, urgent and heart-felt
    author: Roger Steffens, Founding Editor, The Beat

    "A delicate, urgent and heart-felt plea for the eternal verities of Rasta, by second-generation believers, interpreted for this new and needy century." Roger Steffens, Founding Editor, The Beat

  • very mellow in theme, but invites the listener to "listen" to the lyrics.
    author: Sakile

    The instrumentals are well syncopated and smooth. In time and maturity, I imagine the recording to become more succinct.I enjoy listening to Children of Rastafari, I Don't Know and there are two more that my ears seem to gravitate to. More productions will create more mastery in terms of the strength of the voices (confidence. Walk GOOD!

  • breaking new ground
    author: Kyle Russell, KRucial Reggae & Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide Inte

    The Young Elderz are both - breaking new ground yet revealing what have now become 'traditional values' - in praise of Jah Father. With a lot of acoustic guitar and harmony work, the group reflects the American context in which they are currently based. At once, this project is returning to the roots, and pioneering new ground at a time when reggae's new generation is taking root beyond the Caribbean

  • Not your typical reggae band.
    author: NewBlackMusic.net

    The young elderz is not your typical reggae band, they have a fresh new interesting approach to reggae music.They have elements of 60's era american folk genre, which makes their music unique and very listenable. The young elderz harmonies are very good especially the haunting female vocals. Definitely a good cd! New Black Music.net.

  • A different presentation, offering more of an acoustic blend than usual...
    author: FLAGGA DUPE

    CHILDREN OF RASTAFARI is a different presentation, offering more of an acoustic blend than usual. The album also steps away from the rehashed rhythms that's so prevalent with the average reggae production and offers the listener an opportunity to truly absorb its messages. Overall, CHILDREN OF RASTAFARI has its place in the roots & culture arena, as it continues to promote the revolutionary ideals of truth, rights and Rastafari. Flagga

  • A breath of fresh air
    author: Biggga

    This is truly a 1deful CD. It's great to hear quality music from musicians who care so much about their craft. Nowadays, when you buy a CD if you can listen to 5-6 straight tracks without skipping; you have a good CD. I didn't have to skip any songs on the Album. The YOUNG ELDERZ have a fan in me.

  • This Music has such a positive vibration
    author: Tameka

    Blessed Love, This Music has such a positive vibration. I find all reviews to express exactly what I heard. Uplifting and meditative. Much Respect. May Jah Itinually Bless Young Elderz. Meka

  • author: Positronic Records

    Great to hear good meaningful lyrics in reggae nowadays. Here's a group that many young artists,reggae or any genre need to be inspired by. A great role model for future songwriters.

  • World got you down? Pop in this cd. It’s a soul massage
    author: Bren

    No track skipping. I love the drums and acoustic mixed in with some electric as on title song and He’s calling (One of my favorites). Listen to Woes and you feel the music. Whatever you do pay attention to the lyric of all songs. It is what helps seperate this group. They are relevant, contemplative and reviving. The beats on Children of Rastafari and They Fighting are intoxicating. Then there are the vocals that add to the strength of the album. These ladies and gents are harmonious. These are potent voices singing potent lyrics meant to help navigate us on this journey call life. Enjoy. I sure did.

  • The Young Elderz are Unique and a mix of everthing I like...
    author: E. Chris- Singer/Songwriter- NYC

    My roommate let me listen to just the first four songs and I really liked it! Being an artist myself, I can really appreciate the message of unity, culture, love, and spirituality. It is such a mix of everything I like! This band can go internationally without a doubt. The Reggae beat at the end of track #3 (The Crossing), is wicked!

  • This is a whole New Genre of Music! Remarkable!
    author: Carrvella Collins

    Coming from a True REGGAE and R&B fan...This cd is Real Music; from the stunning vocals to the finger-picking guitar sounds. A true band of artists! My TOP 3 Favorite songs are: He's Calling, The Crossing, & SPIRIT! Oh and I Dig that Intro (Can't beat that drumming)!

  • ...has inspired and touched me deeply!
    author: Kristine

    Greetings Young Elderz- I just wanted to let you know that your new CD "Children of Rastafari" has inspired and touched me deeply. In this mixed up, shook up, pop culture we live in, it is rare to encounter talent that speaks to the heart, mind, and soul. Anyone who is open to love and truth will learn a lot from your art. It is truly "Revolutionary," so keep on with it. Thanks for the love. Peace, Sweetsoule A.K.A. Kristine

  • It is truly "Revolutionary," so keep on with it.
    author: Sweetsoule (Kris)

    Greetings Young Elderz-I just wanted to let you know that your new CD entitled Children of Rastafari has inspired and touched me deeply. In this mixed up, shook up, pop culture we live in, it is rare to encounter talent that speaks to the heart, mind, and soul. Anyone who is open to love and truth will learn a lot from your art. It is truly Revolutionary, so keep on with it.

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