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JUNO-nominated reggae troubadour Andru Branch has recorded
with Jamaica’s best. From “Family Man” Barrett and
Seeco Patterson of the Wailers to Studio One pioneers Bobby Ellis and
Brian Atkinson, Andru Branch’s new release features reggae greats
Chris Meredith on bass and Squidly Cole on drums. Recorded at Kingston
Muzik Studio in Jamaica, “The Only Constant” is an illustrious
collection of diverse and original works. Poignant lyrics, powerful melodies,
sensuous harmonies and dynamic horn lines combine with roots reggae rhythms
to create a work of artful mastery.
Andru Branch & Halfway Tree features dynamic duo Nick Fisher on saxophone
and Martha Kelly on trombone, British-born, Antiguan drummer Jerome Thomas,
roots rocker Johnny Parker on lead guitar, Marley Parker on rhythm guitar,
legendary Studio One Soul Vendor Brian “Bassie” Atkinson on bass,
and singer/keyboard player Andru Branch.
There are few groups that continue to deliver such an authentic, bass-heavy,
richly textured roots reggae sound. Their music is gloriously hypnotic and
their message is positively uplifting.
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