March 30, 2007
Dancehall artistes Tanto Metro & Devonte remake a classic
Kingston, Jamaica: - Tanto Metro & Devonte remake the 1983 UK classic 'Right By Your Side' sung by British pop duo Eurythmics. The original song, written by group members Annie Lennox and David A Stewart, was released as the second single from Eurythmics' third album 'Touch'. 'Right By Your Side' is an up tempo love song, which features a calypso music instrumental backdrop, complete with steel drum and marimba sounds as well as a horn section.
"Little Lenny had the idea for us to do this cover years ago, and we just never got around to doing it. Every time I'd see him he'd ask about it so I finally decided to give it a try", Devonte commented.
The remake is produced by Devonte and Paul 'Patchy' Wright. Devonte and Patchy set out to remake the music using some of Jamaica's most talented musicians. They enlisted the help of Andrew Thomas (drums), Danny Basey (bass), Dean Fraser (horns), and the Dean Fraser singers - Althia Hamilton, Nicky Burt and Rochelle Bradshaw (Chorus backup) to recreate the original sound.
For a more authentic sound they used real steel drums, played by UWI student Kevin Brown, as opposed to the Eurythmics' original where a synthesized steel drum was used. The track was mixed by Steven Stanley.
"We decided to recreate the music so that we could get a genuine and authentic sound. It took a lot of time but in the end it was worth it. The instrumental is clean, crisp and clear" Devonte remarked.
Tanto Metro & Devonte's 'Right By Your Side' is scheduled to be released in April and plans are in place for a video to be made.
Posted by yardFlex at March 30, 2007 08:35 AM
May 21, 2007
Tanto Metro and Devonte busy promoting solo projects
Both Tanto and Devonte are currently promoting their solo projects.
Tanto Metro:
I Second That Emotion with Leon is a cover of Smokey Robinson & The Miracle's 1967 hit. Leon produced the remake featuring Tanto Metro.
Devonte:
Rain an R&B love song produced by Devonte on his Dimmie Joe Muzik Label has already been in heavy rotation locally and internationally.
It is important to note that while they continuously work on solo projects, they are still a duo and have no plans to end their long-time collaboration. The duo has recently released How You Like It featuring Bridgez and Call Me a personal favourite of Tanto Metro.
Tanto Metro – Mark Wolfe (DJ, songwriter)
Tanto started performing with Metro Media Sound System in 1982. Tanto's first single, We Are Professional was produced by DJ Jah Thomas and released in 1986. Tanto met Patrick Roberts of shocking Vibes Production with whom he has maintained a long and prosperous partnership.
Their collaboration led to the release of additional singles, Tink Mi Did Dead and his first hit, Stop It, an anti-drug anthem. Tanto has released several singles on the Shocking Vibes label including: Barrow Clothes, Ratings, Wave Dem, Steam Fish, For The Girls, Respect, Pleasure Spot, In The Middle of The Night, First Time, Guinness and High With the Vibes.
Devonte – Wayne Passley (Songwriter, singer, producer)
His first recording was a cover, To Love A Stranger for the King Jammy's label in 1993. Anthony CD Kelly also played a pivotal role in the advancement of Devonte's career. Devonté copped his first major performance at Ghetto Splash '96' and went on to perform at major music festivals such as Reggae Sumfest in Montego Bay.
His first hit Bashment Sitt'n came following his introduction to veteran producer, Patrick Roberts of Shocking Vibes Productions.
Tanto Metro & Devonte – The Dynamic Duo
Together, Tanto Metro and Devonte continue to make an impact on fans and the history of dancehall. "There is chemistry between the fans and us. They participate in our energy", says Devonte.
"We are doing our thing with vibes and happiness, not really worrying about the success of it", adds Tanto.
Along with their humble approach, the striking contrast of Devonte's silky smooth tenor and Tanto Metro's hard-hitting swaggering rhymes provides the perfect balance to breed their widespread success even further.
Posted by yardFlex at May 21, 2007 12:32 PM
June 14, 2007
Tanto Metro and Devonte - "How You Like It" feat Bridgez blowing up the airwaves
Tanto Metro and Devonte are getting good reviews for their new song How You Like It - featuring Bridgez, on Rohan 'Sno Cone' Fuller's new Cheerful riddim. The track is doing well in Jamaica and is in heavy rotation in USA, Europe the Caribbean and Internet radio.
Tanto Metro and Devonte have been very busy in the studio and recently released We Nuh Fear - on the Tek Ova riddim produced by Jam2. The song has been receiving good airplay on the local scene and is definitely creating a buzz. The duo will also soon release Push It Good on Delly Ranks' new project: Cherry Tree Riddim which features some of Jamaica's most talented artistes and is slated to be one of the hottest rhythms of the summer.
Tanto Metro performs at aids benefit in New York
On Sunday, May 20, Tanto Metro made a guest performance at the Aids Walk Day post-walk concert in Central Park New York. The benefit raised over six million dollars in funds, which is the highest ever, raised.
Tanto performed one of his latest tracks Second Hand Emotion with New York City's hottest up-and-coming 'reggae-soul' band. Leon and the Peoples, Lead vocals by multi-talented actor and singer/songwriter Leon who starred in Disney's smash hit movie "Cool Runnings". After the performance Tanto said he was very inspired and was glad he could play a role in the success of the event.
The summer will be a hot one for the duo with shows lined up both local and overseas. Keep listening as they continue to put out good music.
Posted by yardFlex at June 14, 2007 01:41 PM
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