Bands and Artists...............

JamBand

The New and Awesome JAMBAND began in 1979 on St. Thomas, United States Virgin Islands. JAMBAND, which was formerly known as "Eddie and the Movements," consisted of 12 members which included the musicians, vocalists, sound engineers and stage crew. JAMBAND started out by performing for local gigs, providing calypso entertainment for club dances, receptions, parties, and more importantly, participated in the annual local celebration of Carnival.

From its' origination, the band's main focus was that of a natural dedication to entertaining all types of crowds, and "giving the people what they want." The JAMBAND members possess the talent to produce mystical melodies and lyrics that bring alive any crowd and has continued to cultivate and distribute this quality throughout the years. Since then, due to their proficient manner and eclectic musical talent, the members of JAMBAND have managed to evolve into a group of international entertainers loved by many other cultures around the world. The band not only performs locally but also for many annual celebrations in the United States, such as New York on Labor Day; Miami at annual Carnivals and parades; Atlanta for their Peachtree Carnival Celebration; and Boston for their Caribbean Carnival. They have also performed throughout the Caribbean.

JAMBAND has been the Road March Champions of the Virgin Islands Carnival 16 times - which is an unparalleled record. Backed by the core; vocalist Nick "Daddy" Friday and arranger/trumpeter Ambrose "Boots" Schmidt, JAMBAND has produced songs that fans have created special dances and movements to accompany the Road march jams. Such songs include "Horse Chip" in 1990, and "Let Loose" in 1991.

JAMBAND has also provided musical support and background for famous calypsonians such as The Mighty Arrow, King Obstinate, Jaunty, The Mighty Pat, Lion, and many more. JAMBAND has had its own songs recorded and available to the general public for many years. They are well known for their songs such as "Horse Chip," "Backbone," "Man Terrible," "Showtime," and "Throw Back Batty," to name a few. This new album entitled "We Don't Sleep" has garnered the Road march title once again with the song "Inspection Lane," and promises to be a mega-hit!!! It is an honor to be with you here..........and be prepared to experience a foot stomping, body-shaking, and earth quaking time of your life!