David Kirton
Modern Roots Reggae
There's a surge of music coming from the Southern Caribbean that is
outside of the typical reggae box. No longer is the coveted Caribbean sound solely Jamaican but a hybrid of cultures and influences. We are
witnessing an emergence of fresh, organic sounds and artists that have
retained an essence of individuality while still deriving from common
elements.
Barbados seems to have taken the lead with Grammy winner Rihanna,
Atlantic Records artist Rupee (Tempted to Touch), Alison Hinds (Roll
it Gal) and now singer songwriter David Kirton (Time for Change).
These artists have broken the glass ceiling set by Jamaicans and bring
with them unique sounds, history, presentations and messages.
Don't let his long golden dreadlocks fool you, David Kirton's sound
and aura is far from a 'typical' reggae artist. His music is a unique
hybrid of rock - pop and reggae that moves past the reverent Caribbean rhythms of the past and on to the airwaves,
dance floors and digital devices of future. It sits comfortably in play lists surrounded by Jack Johnson, Nora Jones, Sting, Bob Marley, Seal and Ben Harper.
Kirton's fans are not looking for Prison stories, hate messages or graphic sex songs to download on their ipod. His music touches the heart, head and feet, making you feel, think and dance.
Courted in the past by numerous major US labels Kirton chose to be
part of the new generation of artists who embraced the modern music business model by owning his record label and publishing house.
Developing his music with producers, producing music videos and
promotional material, consistent touring and developing a fan base
with out the backing of a big label are all part of his journey. Far
from sounding or looking like a low budget project Kirton and his team
have been able to pull together an award winning album, three top
quality music videos and a Barrack Obama Time for Change Music video
remix that rivals the quality and vision of any high budget project
done today. His label Bird's Eye Music has distribution with Universal
DP for Canada, Nova / Pinnacle for the UK and The Orchard for digital.
With the Canada debut entering the National Urban charts at # 12 and
National club play at #23 Kirton is ready make his mark.
One of Kirton's strengths is breaking barriers and creating links
between art, screen and music. His music and lyrics seems to be
attracting well known creative persons and it is not uncommon to have
actor Gary Dourdan (CSI), Barbados's super models or a celebrated
artist/ painter either on stage, playing guitar, singing or in a music
video. In fact Dourdan, who looks like he could be Kirton's brother
not only cameos in his music video but also drops a poetry rap on the
Time for Change album.
David Kirton, Modern Reggae alternative singer songwriter from Barbados music video for hit song Green Camouflage. Human rights denied. Jamaican dancer Naomi Allen and Brazilian model Nastasia keep the pace high. SXSW footage live band, William Attaway lends his Venice studio, personality and art to the cause. Barbados Music Awards Song of the Year Reggae 2008 and Winner of best video, male 2008
MTV Much Music interview with Clip Trips Deigo.
LIVE at Chelsea Flower Show 2008
David Kirton at the Barbados display at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, London 2008. The ladies have won gold 13 times, grow all thier own flowers in Barbados and ship them to London for show. Not only that but they were brave enough to take the Rasta Man.. RASpect to the BHS, Virgin Airlines, Keith Miller and The BTA for making this happen
Green Camouflage Reggae music video David Kirton Barbados:
Free to fly. David Kirton Modern Barbados Reggae Music video
David Kirton, Barbados Modern Reggae singer soars in his second music video. Features a cameo from CSI actor Gary Dourdan and the art of William Attaway. Paintings emerge as video progresses.
