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Rising Lion Press Release
Rising Lion brings you “ American Dread” , twelve new R L originals,
one dub track, and a moving acoustic cover of the late great Dennis
Brown’s “Wild Fire“
Singing/songwriting reggae veteran Rising Lion is set to bring his
soul-stirring brand of roots reggae to you with the new Lion
Productions CD release American Dread. Recorded over the last six
years while on and off the road of his New Day and Don’t Lose Yourself
tours, the album offers a glimpse into the persona of one of the most
promising songwriters and pioneers in the American reggae scene. It
features thirteen songs, and one dub with acoustic, electric,
uplifting, and inspiring arrangements, showcasing the Lion’s unique
ability to captivate an audience with his honest compelling voice and
expressive guitar playing. Rising Lion’s new album is available now on
I-Tunes, Napster, GreatIndieMusic and CD Baby as well as through
traditional retailers, and on his tour.
Rising Lion is known for his live performances every where he plays
and no one performs this brand of innovative yet rootsful reggae
better than he does. The Lion draws from his entire, 17 year career,
from his early jamming, dance oriented songs on New Day to his thought-
provoking multi- genre reggae on Don’t Lose Yourself, from recent
recordings to overlooked gems.
The disc opens with an introspective look into the life of Natty
Dread in the U S with the album’s title track American Dread , and
then slides into a rootsy dancehall feel with What The Lion Say. My
Life, which gives a peak into the personal life and growth of the Lion
is the third song on the disc and is featured in the independent movie
release One Thing on Indelible Pictures. For all of the lovers out
there, Could You Be, which has a video on youtube.com right now, Wild
Fire, a touching acoustic version of the late great Dennis Brown’s
song, Letting You Back In, a look at love and relationships, to the
hip winding and honest Love You rounds out the love songs. Push on
Natty Dread, Survival, I Am Going, and Herbalist, an ode to the
sacrament of the herb are songs that will become the soundtrack of a
generation in the near future. The album offers a countryesque I See
the Light, and an optimistic nyabinghied Tomorrow which tells of hope
and promise. He is also joined by album co-producer and mastering
engineer Rob Soviero on the last track American Dub, a moving and
hauntingly Jamaican dub version of the title track. The Lion, together
with Michelle Talley, and Dionne Palmer add sweet and rich backing
vocals and textured acoustic touches on many of the album’s songs.
The artist was first inspired to write the American Dread cd while he
was touring in support of his first two releases performing in large
and small venues around the country for college, club, private events
and fundraisers. “I realized that there are a lot of people around
America who listen to and support reggae music from all cultures and
walks of life”. “Reggae is alive and well in U S, and I felt that I
might be able to, and wanted to represent this in music and song”.
“The idea of getting back to basics and why I started playing really
appealed to me.” An idea that undoubtedly appeals to his legion of
fans also who have helped make the last two albums and tours a
success.
Biography
Rising Lion is a roots reggae, urban and dub artist based in New York
and Florida. His newest album “American Dread” was released in 2008
and is available digitally online, at fine record stores and
distributors worldwide. Rising Lion is now booking performances for
the 2009 - 2010 fall / winter touring season.
With a remarkable mix of roots reggae, R&B, Rock, Blues and Hip-Hop in
his sound, Rising Lion has a reputation for bringing good vibes to
every show. His uplifting message, fiery guitar and soul stirring
music will make your waist groove and your feet want to dance.
The Lion and his band will be heading out on the road this fall and
winter 2009-2010 season promoting his newest release “American Dread
“ .
We would like to extend an offer for you to experience the revolution
of Rising Lion. Please feel free to browse the links attached to hear
and see what all the hype is about.
If you have a need for any other material, feel free to contact our
office.
Sincerely,
James Lott
Lion Productions
Phone: (407) 739-5456
Email: booking at (no spam) risinglion.com
Email: james at (no spam) risinglion.com
Website: www.risinglion.com
Management: Zoom Management
Mark Goldstein
Phone: (516) 644-5844
Social Sites: Myspace
Rising Lion Music Blog
Rising Lion Podcast
Twitter
Roots Rock Cafe
Black Planet
Last.fm
Orkut
Experience:
Rising Lion has been touring the US and abroad for 16 years. The Lion
has performed and proven to be a favorite at various festivals and
concert series over the years: The Legends of Rasta Reggae tour, The
New England Reggae Fest, The Annual Bob Marley Reggae Festival,
Mountain Town Stages Concert Series, Golden Gate Park Reggae Festival,
and various Live After Five Concert Series around the US to name a
few.
References:
“American Dread” Featured on I-tunes.com
“ Don’t Lose Yourself” Featured on I-tunes.com
“New Day” Featured on I-tunes.com
“Could You Be” Featured on YouTube.com
“My Life” on the soundtrack of “One Thing”
“My Life” Featured on YouTube.com
“Survival” Featured on YouTube.com
More info, a hard copy of the bio, video footage and tour dates are
available at risinglion.com, myspace.com, and youtube.com . For sites
selling Rising Lion’s music, downloads and ringtones go to i-
tunes.com, cdbaby.com, Wal-Mart.com , bestbuy.com ,target.com,
allmusic.com, cduniverse.com, shop.com, Yahoo.com, artistdirect.com,
rhapsody-real.com,emusic.com, groupietunes.com.
Electronic Press Kit:
www.sonicbids.com/RisingLion
Accomplishments:
Rising Lion has been featured in The Beat, Reggae Report, Chicago Sun-
Times, Orlando Weekly, Vail Daily and MK19; and performed shows and
festivals with Santana, Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, The
Wailers, Lauren Hill, Yellowman, Toots and the Maytals, Michael Rose,
Apple Gabriel, Junior Reid, The Wailing Souls, Burning Spear, The I-
Tals, The Meditations, The Mighty Diamonds, Buster Poindexter, Robin
S., Selector, Inner Circle and many more. As a tribute to the Life,
Music, and Legacy of the late great Dennis Brown "Crown Prince of
Reggae” Rising Lion is featured on the Dennis Brown 50th Birthday
Anniversary CD and DVD set.
Albums and Compilations:
The Lion and crew have been currently in the studio hard at work on
the fourth R L release to be titled “Changes” due out in 2010.
Rising Lion has 3 full length albums available in fine record stores
and on-line with distribution by Navarre Corporation and CD Baby, the
highly acclaimed New Day-(1998/Ruff Stuff Records) and the sophomore
release Don't Lose Yourself -(2001/RPH/Ruff Stuff Records), American
Dread - (2008/Lion Productions)as well as songs on a host of
compilation albums with such artists as Dennis Brown, Gregory Isaacs,
George Clinton, Gov’t Mule, Fats Waller, Lead Belly , Glenn
Washington, Frankie Paul , Yami Bolo and many others.
Reggae Platinum - (1998/Will Power Records)
R.A.W. 2000 – (2000/RPH productions/Reggae Ambassadors Worldwide)
History of Hemp Music bonus CD with Sex, Drugs & Democracy DVD (RPH
Productions/Ruff Stuff Records) and
Ruff Stuff Dub Vol. I – (2002/RPH Productions)
One Thing Movie Sound Track - (2007 /Indelible Pictures)
Dennis Brown 50th Birthday Anniversary Tribute CD and DVD Compilation
- (2008 Tronic 1 Records).
Rising Lion is sponsored by and featured on the new “Candy Rocks Irie
Survival Kit“ promotional cd distributed by H.O.W. Inc. The 5 song
promo cd will be included in every “Candy Rocks” package. The new
candy sensation will be available at Spencer gift shops and fine
stores worldwide.
Rising Lion Discography:
Full Length Albums
1998 New Day (Ruff Stuff Records)
2001 Don’t Lose Yourself (RPH Productions)
2007 American Dread EP (Lion Productions/Rising Lion Music)
2008 American Dread (Lion Productions/Rising Lion Music)
Compilations Albums
1998 Reggae Platinum Vol. 1 (Willpower Records/Ruff Stuff Records)
2000 R.A.W. 2000 (RPH Productions/Ruff Stuff Records)
2000 History of Hemp Music bonus CD with Sex, Drugs & Democracy DVD
(RPH Productions/Ruff Stuff)
2002 Ruff Stuff Dub Vol. 1 (RPH Productions)
2007 One Thing Movie Sound Track/Indelible Pictures
2008 Dennis Brown 50th. Birthday Anniversary Tribute CD and DVD
Compilation
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