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About The Warrior King
Singer, songwriter, messenger Warrior King came on the international reggae scene in the early 2000's using his gift of song to spread Jah truth throughout the land. In 2001, his singleVirtuous Woman graced the airwaves internationally and became number one throughout many countries. Virtuous Woman was an international smash, its righteous lyrics prompting the Jamaica Observer to declare the singer "one of the artists that made a difference in 2001." Since that auspicious beginning, Warrior King's compositions have consistently charted not only in his native Jamaica, but throughout the entire Caribbean, as well as New York, London, Tokyo and beyond. His debut album Virtuous Woman was released shortly thereafter, also featuring a handful of top charting singles including Breath of Fresh Air and Power to Chant. A Freind Indeed got heavy rotation in Jamaica, while Jah is Always There was a summer smash on Atlanta's More Fire chart. The inclusion of Never Go Where Pagans Go on VP Records' highly influential Reggae Gold 2002 further raised the artist's profile.
Virtuous Woman features production by such heavy hitters as Sheldon "Calibud" Stewart, Sizzla, Richard "Shams" Browne, T.O.K., Sean Paul, Lion Paw, Luciano, Jr. Kelly, and Buju Banton as well as guest appearances by Jahmali and Dub Poet, DYCR. With titles like "Love Jah and Live" and "Boast Not Myself," the CD's seventeen tracks are designed to "uplift people's hearts, minds, and souls in a positive way," says Warrior King. "All of the songs are written by me, through inspiration of the father. Everybody can relate to a song on the album; Im sure of that." The album opens up with "power to Chant," a spiritual invocation of Jah that neatly sets the tone for ehats to follow. Each song has a different style, but the message emphasizes purity and truth. The 1980's roots reggae vibe that informs "Africa Shall Be Free" recalls the melodic style of such legends as the Mighty Diamonds and Culture. "Health and Strength" built on a foundation of Nyabinghi drum patterns, extols the powers of natural living. "Whats Going On" featuring Jahmali, is Warrior King's interpretation of the Marvin Gaye classic. "Education Is Key" set to the vintage "Storm" riddim, is a smash hit youth empowerment anthem. "Baby Don't Worry" is a gentle love song, while "Make Me Feel" channels the same energy into a more sensual vibe. Also included are "Virtuous Woman" and "Never Go Where The Pagans Go."
Warrior King's 2nd full-length CD release "Hold The Faith" is another strong CD with similar strengths and virtues. This CD was also well received.
Warrior King was born on July 27, 1979 in Kingston's Jubilee Hospital, soon moving to Clarendon, and settling in the growing city of Portmore at age eleven. "From birth, Ive always loved music, but it was not until I attended high school at the age of thirteen that I thought about it as something I could do myself," Warrior King explains. "At the time, I followed Bounty Killer's style, but then my friends said i have the potential and talent. From there, I started increasing my own thing, and with encouragement from my peers and inspiration, the music started to flow." Like many successful Jamaican entertainers, Warrior King gained his earliest stage experience in talent shows. "I started out with school concerts at first," he says. "At the time when I just came into music, I used to do some combinations with a youth named Little Blacks, Marlon Stewart, now known as persistence. We used to do Tastee's Talent Show together, so we could really start getting exposed and gain experience." When he first started out Warrior King chatted in a hardcore deejay style, lik patterning Bounty. A switch to the more holistic "sing jay" sound came gradually. "Its a natural thing what just grows inside of me, even without me realizing," the singer reasons. "People started telling me they hear I can sing now. So, really and truly its just a natural change." Even his name is an extension of this evolution. "I changed my name from "Junior King" to "Warrior King" because it has a more spiritual feel to it. Fighting against oppression, fighting against wrong. Im Jah warrior, you know, fighting a war of rootical love."
Warrior King beleives that education is the key to betterment and hopes that his music will serve to convey the teachings of His Imperial Majesty, Haile Selassie I. "As a Rastafarian, you dont just sing music. You sing music with a purpose and a mission. To the four corners of the Earth," says Warrior King. "I carry my music, and the message of the King and the message of love, to all people of all races."
Warrior King has recently worked in the studios with the legendary producer Colin "Bulby" York, and Sly & Robbie on an album called "Love Is In The Air," his new album, is some of the best work to date. This album is produced by Rootz Warrior / Higher Level Promotions and, is soon to be released with singles such as "Wanting You" and "Wanna Give You Love."
Warrior King is a serious reggae artist who currently carries a buzz internationally and continues to work his craft. His future looks bright as he continues to improve and build his catalogue and his fan base.
Check Out The Warrior King Myspace @ www.myspace.com/warriork
Check Out The Music Videos For The Brand New Singles:
Wanting You
Wanna Give You Love http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kl7kBQRFtTg
See Behind-The-Scenes Footage of Making the "Wanting You" Video
See A Live Performance of Warrior King @ S.O.B.s Night Club in New York City
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThUDsUKewsU
Other Live Footage
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