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Under the Rasta Influence (U.R.I.)

Rank #121 Brooklyn, NY Reggae / Roots reggae

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Label: Independant, UPRISING

Manager: Donovan Ernest

Bio: Anyone in the audience of an Under The Rasta Influence (U.R.I) show will tell you that the band’s explosive stage presence and natural ability incinerates stages and leaves fans with tired feet. Frontman Donovan Ernest’s lyrics embody the spirit of Rastafari, while the music showcases skilled son... See Full Bio

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"The live performance segment was more than we expected when URI began with a series of Reggae vibrations that still gushes in our minds. eliteBUZZ caught up with the fabulous Miss Michelle Arthurton, who commented that she has “not seen and heard a band deliver such a superior package in a very long time. Simply put, URI delivered; after their set, you would have gotten your $20 worth, but there was more to come“."

— Angel and Lexicon Elite, JAMROCK for JAPAN – Mega success

"Listening in the distance, one could be easily swayed to believe that Steel Pulse was onstage, as there was a great similarity in the vocals of URI's lead singer American-born Donovan Ernest belted across the lawns."

— Noel Thompson, Talent galore - as high-profile 2010 Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival climaxed

"When it comes to potent live shows and smoking grooves, few bands are able to keep pace with Under The Rasta Influence. The energy of frontman Donovan Ernest is matched only by the technical prowess of the full band."

— The Source

"Donovan’s vocal ability is a true blend matching that of Reggae legend, Bob Marley and Dancehall great, Buju Banton. His explosive performance and raspy vocal captivates audiences everywhere."

— www.bkboyeez.com

“St Lucia Music Awards winner Cherry L is creating waves on the music scene in New York. The self-proclaimed ‘dancehall poet’ is currently on tour with the US-based Indie Reggae Band URI (Under the Rasta Influence). ”

— Star-Publishing

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2011
Jul 7

Southpaw
Brooklyn, NY, US | 8:00pm
Southpaw
Brooklyn, NY, US
Thu Jul 7 8:00pm
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2011
May 14

Amarachi Lounge (Brookl…
Brooklyn, NY, US | 11:30am
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Brooklyn, NY, US
Sat May 14 11:30am
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2010
Oct 5

Amarachi Lounge (Brookl…
Brooklyn, NY, US | 8:00pm
Amarachi Lounge (Brooklyn,...
Brooklyn, NY, US
Tue Oct 5 8:00pm
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2010
Mar 26

Fontana's Bar
New York, NY, US | 9:00pm
Fontana's Bar
New York, NY, US
Fri Mar 26 9:00pm
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2010
Mar 4

Sullivan Hall
New York, NY, US | 7:30pm
Sullivan Hall
New York, NY, US
Thu Mar 4 7:30pm
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DON SMOKI
hi
May 25
$>BEAT<>MONSTER<>...
Ya vibe is tight keep pushin it to the world While u are promoting ya music take time out To click on to a few of my tracks...thank u for all ya Support...dj BLACKZONE...
Mar 16
Nitro Flows
Yes I, di music is real and di I is talented. Progression and success. To be the best one must work the hardest. Bless mi breddah. Yuh Tune ah shot! Nitro Flows seh dat! B...
Oct 2
Kasha-baa
Love the sound,nice works!!.
Nov 25
babarootsusa
Love the music--sorry I took so long to get to your page! Yeah...are you on myspace??? Hail us up too http://www.myspace.com/babarootsusa and be sure to send fliers with yo...
Jul 8
Cocochynna Doll
I love the sound send me your email address to Lcocochynnadoll@msn.com, and let's become friends on www.myspace.com/cocochynn..I will be forwarding info on doing shows.....
Dec 20

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