Lyndon John X

LYNDON JOHN X---
LJX, better known as Lyndon John X is a singer-songwriter and guitarist from Toronto Ontario, Canada that burst onto the reggae music scene in 2007 with his first independent Reggae album titled ‘Two Chord Skankin’. Lyndon started with music very young, beginning at the age of 5 with the violin and piano. Shortly after, he started playing the guitar which he continues to study. Through his Grenadian parentage, he was introduced to Calypso and Reggae music. Reggae music seemed to become part of him, as it carried through while playing in various Jazz and Blues bands. At the age of 16, he recorded his first single titled ‘All My Lovin’ which also appears on his debut album.
“The importance of reggae doesn’t just begin with the drum and the bass.”
Lyndon feels reggae has and will forever be a revolutionary instrument thatbroadcasts injustices as well as a hopeful future all over the world.
“Once you get to understand the lyrics the message starts to penetrate!”
With his music, Lyndon’s creative plan is to fuse reggae with elements from other genres.
“It’s funny what you can do with things when you just change the rhythm.”
Lyndon’s musical electiveness stems from playing with bands and jamming with musicians of every kind. His main musical influences are Bob Marley & The Wailers, Burning Spear, Peter Tosh, Steel Pulse, Third World, Sly & Robbie, Morgan Heritage, Carlos Santana, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimi Hendrix and Wes Montgomery. Lyndon likes to keep himself open to all types of music.
“It makes creating more interesting.”
‘
Two Chord Skankin’ was recorded in Toronto Ontario, Canada. Lyndon feels that working with the list of talented musicians was a great and long overdue experience. It also provided him with a solid roots foundation of players he needed to make this album what it is...All original music, lyrics, and roots reggae vibes.
2008 brought many exciting things for Lyndon. He was nominated for a Juno for Best Reggae Recording of the Year, as well as Best Male Newcomer at the Canadian Reggae Music Awards. He was and still is extremely excited and grateful for the recognition. He was also given the honour of playing at Junofest in Calgary while he was there for the Juno Awards. He also performed at the Canadian Reggae Music Awards at the Jamaican Canadian Centre.
“Playing for the people is an award in itself.”
In the summer of 2008, he had the pleasure of playing for reggae fans at the Reggae Festivals in Calgary, Quebec, & Montreal. Lyndon shared the stage with artists such as Maxi Priest, Steel Pulse, Morgan Heritage, Brinsley Forde of Aswad, Tinga Stewart, Michael St George, Warrior King & Humble. The fans were entranced by his all original roots music, skankin’ guitar and conscious lyrics! With enjoying last years busy summer, he has huge excitement this past summer!! He had the priviledge to perform on the stages at the Montreux Jazz Festival, Montreux Meets Brienz 2009, and the Blue Balls Festival, all held in Switzerland, sharing the stage with many of the worlds greats! The evening he performed was a special tribute night to the legendary Chris Blackwell. Groups performing included Third World, Ernest Ranglin, Angelique Kudjo, Sly & Robbie and Cubanismo. He was also able to line up a few moreshows while travelling through the country.
Lyndon is looking forward to the release of his sophomore album, Brighter Days, in April 2010 so he can continue to deliver his roots reggae vibes and positive uplifting music to his fans, both new and old.
“This is what it’s all about and what I have always wanted to do; spread positive music vibes!” LJX
We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts which last year invested $26.3 million in music throughout Canada
Upcoming Performances
Cinnamon Jims Cafe 09 Brussels, Ontario
Elimination Draw Show 09 Brussels, Ontario
Montreux Jazz Festival 09 Geneva, Switzerland
Montreux Meets Brienz 09 Brienz, Switzerland
Blue Balls Festival 09 Lucern,Switzerland
Playfest 09 09 Toronto, Canada
Past Performances
Haiti Benefit Show 07 Toronto, Canada
Bob Marley Tribute Show 07 Toronto, Canada
Acoustic Reggae Showcase 07 Quebec, Canada
Acoustic Reggae Showcase 07 Montreal, Canada
Karl Mullings Tribute Show 08 Toronto, Canada
Black Love Show 08 Toronto, Canada
Junofest 08 Calgary, Canada
Montreal Reggaefest 08 Montreal, Canada
Calgary Reggae Festival 08 Calgary, Canada
Ethiopian Church Fundraiser 09 Toronto, Canada
CHRY Live Station Broadcast 09 Toronto, Canada
Awards & Acknowledgements
Reggae Recording of the Year 2008 Juno Awards
Top Male Newcomer 2008 Canadian Reggae Music Awards
**Published with top reviews in The Beat Magazine Bob Marley Anniversary Edition (reviewed by Chuck Foster)
**Published with top reviews in the Reggae Festival E-Guide
To contact with questions and/or comments; [email protected] www.myspace.com/lyndonjohnx
For Bookings contact
Julie Chambers-John 1-519-721-8883
[email protected]
To purchase a copy of “Two Chord Skankin" please visit CD Baby

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2008 Junofest performing "Creation"