The grass is always greener on the other side –which is to say, don’t listen to your envy because it is misleading you! This song reminds us that while this is ultimately a personal fight, there are powerful forces out there trying to lure us back to the dark side.
New EP "Becoming Me"
Out June 1st 2024
A significant step forward in artistry and production quality, Jr Dreads' brand new EP features 3 great tracks that showcase his songwriting talents and propel his message to a broad audience of Reggae lovers, spiritual warriors and just about any of us who is concerned with the deleterious effects of contemporary capitalism, media and politics.
This project is no less than two years in the making and the result of outstanding collaborative efforts, starting with Gabriel Winter as the producer and recording engineer, Marcos Odara on drums, Erika Lawrence on backing vocals, Jeff Hobbs on saxophone, and Gerard Salvia from Spain as the mixing engineer.
If you live in Northern California, keep an eye out for a show near you, starting with the EP release party at the Bistro in Hayward on June 1st -the same day the EP becomes widely available on online music services worldwide.
Highlights
Live performance of Funky Reggae at The Bistro, May 13th 2023. The track is stated for release on an EP out later this year. Check out more videos from that event on YouTube.
The Squirrel Creek Sessions, Volume 1: A self-produced EP recorded in Grass Valley and Oakland, released in August 2022
Music
The grass is always greener on the other side –which is to say, don’t listen to your envy because it is misleading you! This song reminds us that while this is ultimately a personal fight, there are powerful forces out there trying to lure us back to the dark side.
The Squirrel Creek Sessions, Vol. 1
Jr Dreads
This self-produced 4-track Reggae EP was recorded in Grass Valley and Oakland with Marcos Odara on drums and Manny San Gabriel on bass, and released in August 2022.
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Awakening 3:370:00/3:37
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Arrogant 3:590:00/3:59
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0:00/4:35
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War in Baylon 4:260:00/4:26
A spirit-filled debut EP with influences ranging from roots reggae to trip-hop. The five songs on this record will find a way to your ears and to your heart.
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Downstream 4:070:00/4:07
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The Grass 4:110:00/4:11
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Sweetie 4:570:00/4:57
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Give Me Love 3:460:00/3:46
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Eclipse 5:490:00/5:49
About
Jr Dreads from Oakland, California, is a revolutionary Reggae singer-songwriter. He crafts soulful melodies and deep, poetic lyrics to deliver a message of awakening, dreaming up governing institutions genuinely designed to foster virtue and harmony. Armed with funky guitar skanks and inspired by contemporary Reggae artists such as Ziggy Marley, Soldiers of Jah Army, or Dub Inc, Jr Dreads creates unique and memorable songs that set your body free and elevate your spirit.
Booking
Jr Dreads performs solo or as a reggae band. Take a listen to recent band recordings and get in touch to book us for a show.