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Meta and The Cornerstones

Rank #5 Brooklyn, NY Reggae / Afro-Soul / World

Meta and The Cornerstones

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Members: Meta Dia (Lead Singer), Shahar Mintz (Guitar), Aya Kato (Keyboard) - Rupert McKenzie (Bass) - Daniel Serrato (2nd Guitar), Wayne Fletcher (Drums)

Sounds Like: Bob Marley, Alpha Blondy, Lucky Dube, SOJA, Damian Marley

Label: VP/VPAL Records

Manager: metadiamanagement@gmail.com

Bio: Considered “the future of Reggae music”, by The National Geographic, META and THE CORNERSTONES fuse Afro-Pop, Hip-Hop, Rock and Soul with an international mixture of vocals. This synthesis of Reggae and Soul with powerful lyrics and feel-good melodies creates something that transcends oceans, bor... See Full Bio

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: Change of DATE: Now Tuesday, July 2, 2013 and Triple The Vibes...!!! http://t.co/jcnhKrzpBu

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"Saturday’s free show will also feature Meta and the Cornerstones, Los Rakas and Atropolis.) Friday at midnight, S.O.B.’s, 204 Varick Street, at Houston Street, South Village, (866) 468-7619, sobs.com;"

— Editor, The New York Times - Pop and Rock Listings for Aug. 19-25

"When you first meet Meta, of Meta and the Cornerstones, he emits pure musical talent and a humble spirit in his 6.3ft slim frame. Then, when you meet the band members of the Cornerstones you realize that you are in the presence of a group that is about to change the dynamic of Reggae music forever."

— liltiger, SLF’s DJ Lil Tiger with DRM and Meta and the Cornerstones @ Dubwise Session 24

"New York city based roots reggae band Meta and the Cornerstones play the Supermarkt in The Hague this Friday, 1 July as part of their first European tour."

— Editor, The Hague Online

"Meta & the Cornerstones, a band fusing Afropop, hip-hop, rock and soul music to form an eclectic mix of sound that transcends the boundaries of any genre; "

— Warren Reporter, Centenary College's WNTI Summer Stage Music Festival to feature 21 acts

"For those of you unfamiliar with Meta Dia, get familiar. This young cat from Senegal is the absolute truth. First of all, he’s one of the most humble cats you’re ever going to meet. Next, he’s surrounded by some really exceptionally talented musicians, that gel together onstage. And, he’s got competent management, who have taken their time to develop his brand"

— Stephen Chukumba, Musings of a Flawed Mind

"Globalfest’s contingent of bands based in New York pushed people toward the dance floor. Meta and the Cornerstones, led by the Senegalese singer Meta Dia, played competent Bob Marley-style reggae."

— Jon Pareles, The New York Times

“Meta and the Cornerstones, an international Reggae-Soul band with a distinctive sound will make "Labor Day in the Berkshires a weekend to remember. Leave it to Mass MoCA to ferret out such a distinctive group. Meta, the lead singer, has a voice that is unforgettable, the band a sound that is not only warm, but immensely danceable."”

— Editor, Berkshire On Stage

"Meta Dia est originaire de Dakar au Sénégal, où il commence à rapper dès son plus jeune âge. Il bouge ensuite à New York, où il découvre le roots rock reggae et parfait ses qualités de musicien chanteur grâce notamment à sa rencontre avec d'autres artistes talentueux venus du monde entier."

— Editor, REGGAE.FR > Focus: Meta and the Cornerstones

"Meta and the Cornerstones fuse Afropop, Hip-Hop, Rock and Soul with a mixture of French, English, Wolof, and Fulani vocals. This new original Reggae and Soul sound coming out of Brooklyn, NY is something to check out. With their powerful lyrics and feel good melodies,..."

— Tom Pryor, National Geographic, World Music

“It is said that a candle is of more value when it is able to share it’s fire with another candle, enabling the light to shine beyond the present time.”

— Prudence Chauke, Jamati Online

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MONEY MANE
love life and music!!!
Ras Khaleel♥
BlessedLuv. Jah love seeps from d I music. Give thanks for the opportunity, & it was a pleasure being on stage wit d I. Guidance King. Selah'
Whiskey Libido
Hi, we have a new song called "Born Again" and it would be an honor to have you listen to it.. Thank you so much!!!!!
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great sound guys - all the best with the launch - blessings

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