The Overtakers

The Overtakers are Ruben Brooks, Ruth Brooks and LeRoy Williams. They come toyou live and direct straight up from Jamaica. Born in 1950, Ruben Brooks grew up inKingston, Jamaica with the legends of reggae. He drew inspiration from the samesituation that inspired popular Reggae Music recorded in the 1960s and 70s. BobMarley, Jimmy Cliff, Lee Scratch Perry, each whom Ruben knew personally in hisyouth, encouraged him on his path towards a musical career.Their instrumentation is mento. Ruben's songs are all original. With Ruth Brooks'rhythm and distinct harmonies along with Leroy Williams' rich and percussive basstones and vocals, The Overtakers music is distinctive, authentic and moving.The Overtakers carry on with a unique opportunity to innovate modern music. Theymay have never have been heard outside Jamaica, their music is undiluted by pop musicindustry. But now with their fusion with American band CX-1, who draws it'sinfluence from Jazz, Bluegrass and World music, the collaboration with The Overtakerscreates a new sound with deep roots and ripe fruits. The Overtakers work with Eco-conscious record label Tree Leaf Records in Atlanta, GA. ..~CHECK THIS OUT~, Here is a link to purchace The Overtakers original Jamaican recording, 'Pon Scenic Isle... BUY ONLINERESPECT, Everytime!