About Me
BIOGRAPHY HOPETON LINDO AKA "THE PEN" - SINGER, SONGWRITER AND PRODUCER. Hopeton Lindo grew up in the Kencot community of Kingston Jamaica, he recorded his 1st song entitled "Black History" for producer Mikey "Dread at the control" Campbell and have since recorded for Music Works/Anchor Recording, King Jammys, Two Friends, Cell Block/321 Strong, Heavy Beat, Joe Frazer, Irie Pen label and others. He produced and recorded his 1st hit song entitled "Territory" in 1987, this song is a genuine classic and continues to be a vital weapon in any dance clash. Hopeton got his dancehall experience from being a part of the Black Star Int'l sound system crew which included Brigadeer Jerry, Tiger, Tonto Irie, Anthony Malvo, Earl Cunningham selector/owner Danny "Smokey Joe" and others. During his stint at Gussie Clarke's Music Works Studio in the 1980s he established himself as one of the great songwriters in reggae and was given the name "The Pen" by Mikey Bennett who was his writing partner for his lyrical prowess to write hit songs. He has written / co-written songs like "Telephone Love" by J.C Lodge, "Mr Loverman" by Shabba Ranks, "Red Roses for Gregory" by Gregory Isaacs, "Confidential" by Aswad, "First Impression" by Dennis Brown, "Can You" by Brian and Tony Gold, "Temptress" by Maxi Priest, "Wanna be Loved" by Buju Banton, "Don't Test Me" by Deborah Glasscow plus more songs for these artists and other artists. He is well respected in the music fraternity, and was honored by ASCAP in 1993 for co-writing "Mr. Loverman" which was among the songs that reached the top ten R&B music charts in 1992. He was also the recipient of the Martins Int'l songwriter of the year award for 1992. Being kept busy behind the scenes he made the decision to focus on his songwriting career which as he puts it enabled him to dedicate more quality time with his family instead of touring. Still he has had his share of successes over the years as a vocalist recording hit songs like "Territory" (1987), "Lonely Night"(1988), "Gun Ting" (1991), "Silent Consent (1993), "My World Your World" with Dennis Brown and Luciano (2000), "Live Life To The Fullest" with Marcia Griffiths (2004) "I'm So Proud" (2005) and Stand Up for Love" with Peter Gayle (2006). He has recorded and released 2 solo albums so far, "The Word" in 1991 for Two Friends label, distributed by V.P Records / Greensleeves Records and "For Whatever The Reason" in 1994 for his own Irie Pen label, distributed by Ras Records. He was co-executive producer / producer for Marcia Griffiths grammy nominated album entitled "Shining Time" in 2005 and also did duties as songwriter, singer and project manager for the making of the album. "Shining Time" featured guest appearances by Shaggy, Beres Hammond, Annette Brissett, Hopeton Lindo and Cutty Ranks. During this year he also co-produced tracks on Turbulence "Nah Sell Out" and Causion "One Life To Live" albums. In 2006 Hopeton’s newly designed Irie Pen label made a bold statement with the release of songs on the treatment riddim featuring artists like Everton Blender, Annette Brissett, Hopeton Lindo & Peter Gayle, Cherine Anderson, King Che, Raquel and Fiona. Production was mostly done at Cell Block Recording Studio in Ja. and Star Child Recording Studio in Miami / Atlanta with the assistance of gifted engineers Anthony "Al†Graham and Oliver "Starchild" Samuels respectively. The treatment riddim various artists album which also features artists like Anthony B & Danielle D, Glen Washington, Anthony Cruz, Ambilique, Lloyd Brown, Luddy Haskel, Mark Wonder, Sodaak, Dean Frazer and Kamilah was released in November 2006, distributed by V.P Records. Hopeton has completed production of his 3rd solo album to be released in 2007, production was again mostly done at Cell Block and Star Child studios. This album was patiently put together and features collaborations with some of the top acts in reggae. He is also producing songs on album projects for Everton Blender, Annette Brissett, Peter Gayle and others. Over the years Hopeton Lindo has shared the stage with some of the best artists in reggae, artists like Jimmy Cliff, Freddie McGregor, Shabba Ranks, Super Cat, John Holt, Third World, Marcia Griffiths, Beres Hammond, Buju Banton, Lady Saw, Luciano and more, his performance at Reggae Sunsplash in 1991 was well received. After a long break of regular up front performances, his new album entitled “ Turf “ will mark his highly anticipated returm to the stage. He’s a product of patient development in all the right places and is save at all levels, as quoted "The true measure of greatness is a combination of talent and heartical humility, Hopeton Lindo is more than equal to the measure". Header Banner Made with MyBannerMaker.com! Click here to make your own!
