Small Band Making Big Buzz: The Movement
By
Austin Horton
From Philadelphia, “City of Brotherly Love”, all the way to Columbia NC, there are a lot of moves being made to witness The Movement. Originally based in the south this up and coming Alternative, Reggae Rock & Roll band are making their way through the country creating a real buzz in college towns all over the East Coast. Performing in bars, clubs and lounges High Point was fortunate to have them here as our guest this past weekend.
By
Austin Horton
From Philadelphia, “City of Brotherly Love”, all the way to Columbia NC, there are a lot of moves being made to witness The Movement. Originally based in the south this up and coming Alternative, Reggae Rock & Roll band are making their way through the country creating a real buzz in college towns all over the East Coast. Performing in bars, clubs and lounges High Point was fortunate to have them here as our guest this past weekend.
The two founding members of the band and child hood friends, Jordan Miller & Josh Swain, hail from Columbia NC and have been touring for the past 3 years. Once they had lost the presence of their Dj John Ruff, the two musicians were on the search for a newly formed and ever more classic sound. The only question was where they could find such a sound and talent that could meet their own. The duo of tremendous talent has been playing here in high point for the past 5 years at a close friend’s tavern, Triangle Night Club. Over the weekend the band put on 2 soul igniting performances starting Friday night. Leaving the city of High Point in an “Ire” disposition, long time fans rejoiced.
Patrick Scarborough: High Point North Carolina
“I think the movement is the best band that I have ever heard, all around. Their music has helped me get through many hard times in my life and that makes me believe there is no better. They are under the radar and will be doing big things with their music relatively soon. I have full confidence. Keep your eyes out for The Movement."
“I think the movement is the best band that I have ever heard, all around. Their music has helped me get through many hard times in my life and that makes me believe there is no better. They are under the radar and will be doing big things with their music relatively soon. I have full confidence. Keep your eyes out for The Movement."
Gary Michael Jackson born in New Jersey but a faithful resident of Philadelphia had auditioned for the position of drummer while the group was recording their highly anticipated new album “Set Sail” at the infamous Philadelphonic Studios under the production of G. Love. The group had then and there found their third member. With the element of actual percussion the band has gained a sound that has truly been classified as originality. Long time friend to Gary Jackson, Jay Schmidt also a residence of Philadelphia was chosen to be the one to bring the bass into the sanction of superstardom. After a short time the 4 had become an official band and had set sail as 4 officially righteous artists on their voyage unknown.
The versatile musicians are on their way to becoming a trendsetting talent performing with such classic acts as the world famous Wu-tang Clan, Steel pulse, Ludacris, Slightly Stoopid etc.
The versatile musicians are on their way to becoming a trendsetting talent performing with such classic acts as the world famous Wu-tang Clan, Steel pulse, Ludacris, Slightly Stoopid etc.
Jay Schmidt, Bass (Philadelphia)
“Yea, it’s been a great trip man, working hard and living. We are really making things happen right now so hopefully by February we will be making some really big moves. Keep a lookout”
“Yea, it’s been a great trip man, working hard and living. We are really making things happen right now so hopefully by February we will be making some really big moves. Keep a lookout”
Gary Jackson, Drums (Philadelphia)
"Aw man High Point is great… Always a great time, but I can’t wait to get home. Plenty of more to be played and made still, easy."
"Aw man High Point is great… Always a great time, but I can’t wait to get home. Plenty of more to be played and made still, easy."
Josh Swain
“We love playing in High Point, why else you think we put on two shows back to back.” (ON STAGE)
For those who truly enjoy the loving essence of reggae and positive vibrations of an uplifting performance The Movement is one to be recognized. Currently on tour, tour dates, t-shirts, music and other related information can be found on their MySpace page below.
“We love playing in High Point, why else you think we put on two shows back to back.” (ON STAGE)
For those who truly enjoy the loving essence of reggae and positive vibrations of an uplifting performance The Movement is one to be recognized. Currently on tour, tour dates, t-shirts, music and other related information can be found on their MySpace page below.
Their newly released album “Set Sail” has been receiving nothing but great reviews. Fans agree that their new work has a more mature sound full of novelty and originality. Set Sail is bound to set sail into their collection of classics for the whole world of reggae fans to enjoy.
Also making Big Noise in the City of Philadelphia -The Dialects
As The Dialects continue to produce righteous music for the time this reggae/ hip hop group has been making the proper strives for a full on cross over into the hip hop game. The roots of this reggae group run deep but their blooming essence of hip hop has yet to be seen full on. A traditionally Philadelphia performing squad, The Dialects have played with many legendary bands like the Original Wailers and have preformed from New York to New Jersey and are about to break sound barriers with their crossover.
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