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Lisagaye Tomlinson - vocals, piano, guitar, keys, songwriter, producer
Transplanted from Darliston to Florida at the tender age of six, this Jamaican flower has thrived in Fort Lauderdale. She’s blossomed into an extraordinarily original singer, as well as an accomplished songwriter and composer on guitar and piano. Lisagaye has earned a BA, Masters and nearly a Doctorate in Business, and was heading toward a teaching career. Then, Summer 2006, her colleague Kevin got her back into music. At long last, the songwriting partners are proud to offer Lisagaye’s debut album, Food of Love. “Flat out beautiful music,†say fans. “A much needed breath of fresh air.†“A voice that sent chills through my body.†Thanks, kaydub.
Merrick Crittenden
Drums/Percussion
Random acts of Madness and Creative ideas
A veteran South Florida musician, Merrick’s been a drummer for 34 years and a pro since he was 16. He’s played drums on several indie releases , including a 3-1/2 year stint in the ‘90s with The Resistance, and others. As a session musician, he’s played on everything from blues, to experimental, to pop rock and heavy stuff. Merrick has toured extensively throughout his career. Merrick brought a combination of precision and passion that is an invaluable contribution to the texture and emotional impact of the songs.
Greg Kokus - Bass Guitar
Bass player extraordinaire Greg Kokus has been a fixture on the South Florida music scene for a long time. Besides 3 years in the late ‘90s with Lisagaye’s first band, the Human Beings, he’s played guitars and keyboard in many, varied pro groups from rock to pop to jazz, including Cous Cous (with Jim Dix) since 1994; Cous Cous International with drummer-percussionist Carlos Mota; the Hollywood Land Band; the Palm Beach Experimental Ensemble; Billy’s a Diva; and as a special guest performer with the Way of the Groove, among others. Greg was the first to join the Food of Love Project, in September 2006. He’s a much-sought-after performer, and we’re proud to have Greg on our team.
Lawrence Rein - Guitar
Raised in Brooklyn, NY, Larry, at 16, grabbed one of the Mexican guitars his parents had hung on the wall, and that was that. He taught himself chords, joined a band, wrote some songs, and knew what he wanted to do with his life. After receiving a degree in jazz/commercial music from Five Towns College, Larry formed a band called Open Mind, then a cover band called Second Hand News that played the clubs around New York and Connecticut. After moving to Florida he formed a cover band called 44 D in 2001, playing all over Palm Beach County for 5 years while also teaching guitar. Larry joined the Food of Love Project in October 2006 and instantly made an impact.
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Influences:
The kick-ass classics of the last '30 years, and yes, Tracy Chapman, with her grittiness, Norah Jones, with her focus on pure, clean music and vocals, and the stuff that makes you think as well as feel, from Ani Difranco to Uriah Heep to Janice Joplin to Joan Armatrading to early Aerosmith. If you want the same old radio junk, lyrics that mean nothing, and songs manufactured for the lowest common denominator of the mass market, this stuff ain't for you. If you want to rock and feel and think and bleed, welcome to the river.
Sounds Like: We're told Styx, Boston somewhat, mainly because of Lisagaye's powerful vocals and the piano on some songs. Others have said Mostly Autumn, Axl Rose. Music with a throwback sound, but with a sharp edge that goes in sweetly, and deep, until the blood starts to flow.
Introducing...Lisagaye Tomlinson
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Food of Love
Record Label: Cashew Stew Music LLC
Type of Label: Indie
