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ARTIST SUMMARY Genres: Reggae Inspirational Label: Vonleerich Music Management: Andrew Walton

ARTIST BIO

I-manii is an inspirational/gospel reggae group out of Jamaica. The word I-MANII is of African origin, which means 'hope', 'faith'. The group began in 2005 out of an acappella group called A.C.T.S, and since then has maintained a focus to bring out the sentiment of 'hope' in their songs, particularly with great concern for 'at risk' youths in the society. The aim is not to be ‘limited’, but to create different styles of music that cater to the social, spiritual, and emotional needs of the listeners, all in a positive way.

Songwriter and lead singer Roan Brown founded the group and started with three members. The first single recorded shortly after forming was the roots rock reggae styled song, “Father & I”. What followed were the recordings of more inspiring and positively uplifting songs. A fourth member joined later during further production work, completing the unit.

I-manii has been performing on concerts, church based events, weddings and school functions around Jamaica especially in Kingston & St. Catherine. Memorable events for the group so far were those coordinated by saxophone great Dean Fraser. These included performances alongside artistes such as Bengy Myaz, John Holt, A.J. Brown,Tarrus Riley, and Fab Five, to name a few. The group has also performed on annual events such as ‘Genesis’ (Jamaica Youth For Christ) and 'Rejoice' (The Emanuel Apostolic Church). In May 2013, I-manii was a guest artiste on the Jamaica Biscuit Company’s Labour Day concert on the waterfront in Downtown Kingston featuring several top local acts.

I-manii's main focus at this time (2013-2014), is (1) to energetically promote their album and (2) to help individuals who have serious spiritual and physical needs, in whatever way possible. The group's most important accomplishment to date has been the radio launch of their debut album titled 'Be Loving You' at Love 101 FM in Kinston (Dec. 2012). Presently, singles from the album such as, ‘Be Loving You’, ‘So High’, ‘Father and I’, and ‘Can’t Live without You’ are enjoying decent rotation on local radio stations and WLIB 1190 with Ricardo Bryan on Caribbean Gospel Flavas.

I-manii ‘s music is produced by the talented and experienced musician, Richard Foulks.

Check us out at: https://www.facebook.com/imaniija You can buy the mp3 album at: Itunes and Amazon