How does so much sound come from 4 musicians?
Those who know live music are often left with that question after experiencing a live British Dependency performance.
Formed in Anguilla, British Dependency leverages the band members' Caribbean roots, artfully balancing drums, bass and two guitars with lyrical overlays of wisdom, curiosity, and love to create a sound not easily categorized, but rooted in reggae. It’s an eclectic sound that’s sometimes grooving, body-moving, gentle, funky, laced with rock & roll, but always grounded in a reggae, bluesy soulful zone.
Fleming, the magnetic band leader and entertainer on drums, is motivated by hard work and it shows when he plays. He could be a one-man-show, yet he exercises self-control to create harmony with the talented group. Be on the lookout for Fleming’s solo.
“Cool ruler” Marvin's bass lines bring the depth needed to ground the band’s eclectic sound, except when it's time to fly. And then it's freedom. Loved by many, Marvin is a man of peace, who is known to speak through his actions and music.
Illuminating the heart beat of the BD's unique marriage of drum and the bass.
A robust guitarist who sings without effort, frontman Ish is a multifaceted musician who strongly believes in the power of live music.
Look for the reward of getting lost in his ease and vibe.
Guitarist Mora complements the band’s story.
An Ecuadorian native, he is a producer, composer, music professor and graduate of New York University.
~ The energy on stage ~
The robust guitarist with an effortless voice, Ishmael Levi. Ish is a multifaceted musician who strongly believes in the power of live music. Look for the reward of getting lost in his ease and vibe.
Edu Mora lead guitarist is a producer, composer, teacher and a music major Graduate of New York University. An Ecuadorian native, Edu’s academic and latino background compliments the bands unique tale.
The cool ruler, Ras Marvin's bass lines bring the coolness and calmness need to keep an eclectic grounded except when it's time to fly. And then it's freedom. Loved by many Ras Marvin is a man of peace. One of who speaks through his actions and his music .
The entertainer on the drums is the subtly magnetic, Jaiden Fleming who is motivated by hard work and it shows when he plays. He could be a one-man-show yet he exercises self-control in rooting this trio of compatible talent. Be on the lookout for his solo.
Pat McKay, Program Director at Sirius XM Radio has said of British Dependency, "It's exciting to get to know the group who at this point in their growth already have much of the tangible - they make original music - and intangible factors - multiple-creative-skills, looks, intellect - separating them from the pack." "I feel very hopeful this group represents where the music is heading, so get on board!"
The band lives by the mantra, "Creating music that reflects originality, talent, togetherness, bravery and wisdom. Our Music, Our Future, Our Independence." And with that they continue to push boundaries and open new roads of empowerment and forward-thinking while gaining new fans and friends around the world. One love.
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