RUBBADUB, AFROPEAN ROOTS, ZOUK, DRUM & BASS, FUNKY GROOVES ...
RUBBADUB, AFROPEAN ROOTS, ZOUK, DRUM & BASS, FUNKY GROOVES ...
Originally from Kingston Jamaica, Piper migrated with his family to the UK when he was 10.
By the age of sixteen Piper was already a popular figure Toasting at many sound systems on the London Club scene.
Piper is The true " ORIGINAL TOASTER".
The first Shakalaka release is a perfect blend of Chris Piper's and Jean-Marc Brissat's Musical influences, coming from all African roots and conscious lyrics. we wanted to give a new feel to what toasting usually might sound like and try to get all kind of different vibes from Zouk to African beats Mixed with RnB, house, reggae or Arabic Influence.
The first Shakalaka release is a perfect blend of Chris Piper's and Jean-Marc Brissat's Musical influences, coming from all African roots and conscious lyrics. we wanted to give a new feel to what toasting usually might sound like and try to get a variety of different vibes from Zouk to African beats Mixed with RnB, house, reggae or Arabic Influence.
Featured Musicians and Performers
Christopher Loyd Piper: Lyrics,Vocal Performances.
Jean-Marc Brissat: Music Production, Arrangements and Mix
Bass, percussions, keys, backing vocals.
Cosmo Jones: Drums, Guitars
Daniel Lopalito: Keyboards.
Jonathan Mitchell: Percussions.
Jennifer L. Warren: Additional Vocals.
Amara Wilson: Backing vocals.
Amelie M'baye: Backing vocals.
Queen Ella: Backing vocals.