Jim Murple Memorial

Jim Murple Memorial is Jamaican R’n’B; real rhythm’n’blues, light and spellbinding, where suffering courts the joy of living, Jamaican style, leasing no one different! Way before the birth of rock-steady and reggae, this is R’n’B as played in the local dance bars of Kingston in the 50’s. We find a scintillating drummer, an upright bass, 2 unforgettable guitarists, cool and poppin’-horns, and of course… Nanou’s mild crystal voice, the treasures of labels such as Motown, Atlantic or Verve. A voice full of nostalgia, carrying one away, far away. They sing in french and English, play mainly their compos and some covers as the masters used to, boogie-woogie, dancing, shuffle, R’n’B, ska : a pure driving music. The passionate musicians are able to seize the essence and soulfulness of those years, giving you an interpretation with their kaleidoscopic virtuosity. Their notorious popularity started in Parisians clubs such as the notable “New-Morning” where they played with the cream of Jamaican musicians “The Skatalites”. All of their concerts are real “fiestas” where the vibes invite you to dance, sing, jump, and clap your hands…or at least toe-tapping. The group produces, records and plays on stage in various styles with their own personalized gusto. Not just fast beat ska, also astonishing sounds and solos all engineering “fast-hand style” on mix and match studios kits, four-tracks for authentic sound. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.