About Me
Roots reggae singer, song writer, performer and producer Shango Trex is a man with a mission. "My music is strictly roots reggaemuffin," says Shango, who was given his stage moniker by a Yoruba priest who was impressed with his energy & awesome stage presence. "For me it's all about fun," explains Shango, "but not in the same manner that Babylon uses the word to reflect a hedonist's of spiritual death & destruction. My music aims to bring everyone closer to Jah. I don't want people to fear Jah"
If a man's food is his best medicine, then Shango's music is an ital dish worth waiting for. The righteous Rastaman blends poignant lyrics, live instrumentation and comely vocals, all influenced by R&B, Gospel, Hip Hop and world Beat which are sure to satisfy your reggae-starved soul. Born Dennis Llewellyn to proud Jamaican parents in the parish of Kingston, Shango is a dedicated reggae music artist. When he was a young boy his love and passion for the music and entertainment captured his heart and held his soul hostage. Now he's a prisoner to a rhythm that wont let him go.
Shango learned music in what what was then the National Cadet Orchestra. The curious singer-to-be took an immediate liking to the trumpet which he played quiet frequently. There he formed friendships which culminated in the formation of a singing group called "Matchmakers." However, Shango honed his skills singing at St. George's Anglican Church and Wildman Street Pentecostal Church in central Kingston. Later Shango linked up with White Squall, a local reggae band, also in central Kingston.
Before long , Shango travelled to Westmoreland , Jamaica where he became a member of the Ninja Force Band and in the flash of a lightening bolt Shango emerged as one of the the Force's lead singers (they had two lead singers). The group toured with some of Reggae and Dancehall's great acts. The impressive list reads like a who's - who of Jamaican music universe with names like Gregory Isaacs, Professor Nuts and the crowned Prince of Reggae , the late Dennis Emanuel Brown. Shango and Ninja Force Band were so impressive they were asked to perform at Reggae Sunsplash two years in a row (1988 and 1989).
After touring the globe, Shango settled in Japan where he obtained a record deal as a solo artist with Avex Trax and he has also recorded for Sony Records, Dub King Production in Jamaica, Dub King Production in the U.K. and Upful in the U.S.A. Most recently, he has done some singles for VI.P. International Production Company from Japan, Turntable Spoilsport from Australia and has collaborated with General Smiley (O.G.S.) of Michigan and Smiley.
Through his production company Stashang Inc., Shango is presently producing and recording and is intent on spreading love, light and Rastafari through the four corners of the globe. " No matter what obstacles we face in life we must stay strong, stay positive and strive for peace and justice for all," Shango explains, ''We're all in the belly of the beast, the way for us to attain victory is through love for all life...Rastafari Blessings Always"BLESSED LOVE RASTAFARI
