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Badda Skat

Rank #1 Saint Petersburg, FL Reggae / Roots / Dancehall

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Sounds Like: Damian Marley, Tony Rebel, Sizzla Kalonji, Protoje, Lutan Fyah

Label: Independent

Manager: I and I

Bio: How does an original lyricist named Aaron Smith (who also happens to be a white guy from Tampa, Florida with natural dreadlocks that have grown down past his knees) transform into a well-respected reggae artist? With hard work, a pure heart and a touch of divine intervention... Emerging from the... See Full Bio

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Standing FIRM! I-tinuing at number 1 on the reggae charts for St. Pete/Tampa. RASTAFARI www.reverbnation.com/baddaskat

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“Truly concerned about social and community issues, Badda Skat describes in both a comical and compassionate way the ills of society and mother earth through his Jamaican spoken word and rap. Funky, swinging beats accompany his smooth, rhythmical voice, filling each song with profound and meaningful messages full of inspirational spirituality and concerned loving kindness.”

— Juna Jinsei, Examiner.com

“The St. Pete performer also known as Aaron Ugosmith may be a 29-year-old white man with no Jamaican bloodlines, but geography and heredity didn’t get in the way of him becoming a Rastafarian and dreadlocked reggae artist. Born and raised in Tampa, Badda Skat performs socially conscious reggae tunes that pulsate with a hypnotic dub backbeat. He composes his lyrics with a Jamaican patois and performs them with the verbal agility of a Kingston native. These accomplishments have been recognized by local reggae-world beat musicians, and his cred as a Rasta performer hasn’t been called into question. Said Mugabe Tenn of Tribal Style: “Badda Skat’s true to his beliefs and one of the humblest dudes I ever worked with, and I always love to share the stage with him anytime.””

— Julie Garisto, TBT* The Tampa Bay Times

“He has a youthful voice that I think could be honed to create a unique flow to stand out from the current flood of conscious singjays (granted, the fact that he's white makes him stand out somewhat already), something a bit more quirky that shows off his personality…”

— Reggae Reviews, Reggae-Reviews.com

“In all honesty ‘Grass Roots’ is nothing short of incredible. Backed by the hugely talented Jah Roots, Badda delivers nothing but positive and uplifting vibes throughout. The collaboration with Jah Roots works incredibly well and it has produced a slice of reggae genius. ”

— King & JumpUp, UK Reggae Guide Reviews

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Play "Mi Jacaranda (Original)"
Mi Jacaranda (Original)
Mi Jacaranda (Origi…
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Mi Jacaranda (Revised)
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Kindness 4 Weakness
Kindness 4 Weakness
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Play "Never Loose Deh Love"
Never Loose Deh Love
Never Loose Deh Love
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New Hollywood
New Hollywood
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Apr 29

Jannus Live
St Petersburg, FL, US | 7:00pm
Jannus Live
St Petersburg, FL, US
Sun Apr 29 7:00pm
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Apr 20

Crowbar
Ybor City, FL, US | 9:30pm
Crowbar
Ybor City, FL, US
Fri Apr 20 9:30pm
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Apr 1

GATORS CAFE AND SALOON
St Petersburg, FL, US | 5:00pm
GATORS CAFE AND SALOON
St Petersburg, FL, US
Sun Apr 1 5:00pm
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Mar 23

The State Theatre
St Petersburg, FL, US | 7:00pm
The State Theatre
St Petersburg, FL, US
Fri Mar 23 7:00pm
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Mar 18

GATORS CAFE AND SALOON
St Petersburg, FL, US | 2:00pm
GATORS CAFE AND SALOON
St Petersburg, FL, US
Sun Mar 18 2:00pm
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Krayze
Really An Influence!!! krayze
May 27
Gringo Willy
Hey mon nice peaceful sounds
May 2
A.j.o.d Beats
Hello,I'm Supporting Artist like you.Lets Connect!!! Follow me on Twitter @AJ_OD. And LIKE me on FB. I'll make sure to return the love.thank you!
May 1
Julian D.
I like your music. I can sell it in my media store.
Apr 28
Mariea Jackson
Great Music. I Love it!! Follow me on Twitter @marieawill2!!!
Apr 26
IAMCHACHiiii
GREAT TALENT!!!
Apr 25