Reggae · February 06, 2008
EXCLUSIVE: Surforeggae interviews one of the great promises of world Reggae! Check it out!
Surforeggae once again trying to present to its visitors the new promises of the world Reggae, made an exclusive interview with Jamaican Cez
Surforeggae once again trying to present to its visitors the new promises of the world Reggae, made an exclusive interview with Jamaican Cezar, an artist who has been outstanding in recent years, having even presented himself in Brazil once, opening for the great Lucky Dube. We hope you will take the opportunity to understand a little more about your work and the thoughts of one of the representatives of the new generation of Reggae.
Rafael: Tell us a little bit about how you got started on the song.
Cezar: My father was a music producer and had a label called “Ashanti Records” and “Bamboo Records” when I was just a child. I started my career at 18 with a group of young people called “Earth Vibes”.
Rafael: How do you define your style?
Cezar: I call my style Reggae Soul, which is basically a mix of reggae and dancehall with R&B and Soul influences.
Rafael: You're a new generation artist. Could you tell us about Reggae's movement where you came from?
Cezar: Music is changing a bit because of hip-hop and R&B influences. Things are more integrated. I am part of a new movement of artists that include “Rootz Underground”, “Tessanne Chin”, “Cherine Anderson” and others that merge reggae with other rhythms.
Rafael: Tell us a little bit about the places you've been around the world. Is there a special place, audience or country that brings you good vibes?
Cezar: I've been to the United States including Los Angeles, New York, Miami and Houston. I also went to Antigua, Trinidad and of course Salvador, in Brazil. It's not because of this interview, but Salvador gave me the greatest vibrations I've ever had in my life. Open the show for Lucky Dube was truly a great honor.
Rafael: Since we were talking about Brazil, where were you a while ago, what was the image of the country for you?
Cezar: Brazil is fantastic. I felt like a second house. People are warm everywhere I've been in Salvador, and in the show, the audience showed a lot of energy which encouraged me a lot. Besides, it's a very beautiful country and I can't wait to get back.
Rafael: Do you know Brazilian bands? Which ones? Tell us your favorites.
Cezar: I don't know many, but of those few my favorites are Moa Anbesa, Luca Mundaca (Jazz) and Sérgio Mendes.
Rafael: Do you have good friends in the music industry? Tell us a little bit about people you consider special.
Cezar: Sean Paul is a good friend I've known for a long time. We grew up together and it's amazing to see you as a famous artist all over the world. Besides him there are a number of other artists I work with and know well.
Rafael: Tell us about your plans for the future.
Cezar: I'm currently thinking about my first album, which is due to come out in May. Stand by!
Rafael: In Brazil, Reggae Root is preferred by people. Do you have influences from Reggae's golden years artists?
Cezar: Yes, in fact I also have influences from Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Jacob Miller, David Hinds, Bunny Rugs (Third World) and Burning Spear.
Rafael: Do you think Brazil looks like Jamaica? If so, what are the similarities?
Cezar: Yes! First the people are very similar. Geographically speaking, Brazil also reminds me a lot of Jamaica by the amount of beautiful landscapes, forests, mountains and beaches.
Rafael: What do you usually hear? Is Reggae your favorite style or do you have a special attraction for any other rhythm?
Cezar: I actually listen to different kinds of music, but deep down Reggae is my favorite.
Rafael: How important is Reggae to you?
Cezar: Reggae is a message song – at least in its traditional form. The importance to me is that more than any other kind of music, reggae elevates people.
Rafael: What do you think of the Reggae and Ganga relationship?
Cezar: The relationship for me is about getting a higher level of consciousness. This connection increases this awareness.
Rafael: Do you prefer protest or love songs?
Cezar: It really depends on what I'm feeling. Each has its own hour.
Rafael: Cezar was very nice to have the opportunity to know a little more about you and your thoughts. Thanks for the interview, and we really hope to see you again in Brazil performing for big audiences. The space is all yours to leave the message you want.
Cezar: I just want to say thank you to you and to everyone who is connected on your site. I'm actually looking into the future, and I want to show everyone my work soon!
Click here and learn more about the artist on his official website.
Click here to see Cezar with the clip "Keep On".
THE INTERVIEW
Rafael: Tell us a little bit about how you got started on the song.
Cezar: My father was a music producer and had a label called “Ashanti Records” and “Bamboo Records” when I was just a child. I started my career at 18 with a group of young people called “Earth Vibes”.
Rafael: How do you define your style?
Cezar: I call my style Reggae Soul, which is basically a mix of reggae and dancehall with R&B and Soul influences.
Rafael: You're a new generation artist. Could you tell us about Reggae's movement where you came from?
Cezar: Music is changing a bit because of hip-hop and R&B influences. Things are more integrated. I am part of a new movement of artists that include “Rootz Underground”, “Tessanne Chin”, “Cherine Anderson” and others that merge reggae with other rhythms.
Rafael: Tell us a little bit about the places you've been around the world. Is there a special place, audience or country that brings you good vibes?
Cezar: I've been to the United States including Los Angeles, New York, Miami and Houston. I also went to Antigua, Trinidad and of course Salvador, in Brazil. It's not because of this interview, but Salvador gave me the greatest vibrations I've ever had in my life. Open the show for Lucky Dube was truly a great honor.
Rafael: Since we were talking about Brazil, where were you a while ago, what was the image of the country for you?
Cezar: Brazil is fantastic. I felt like a second house. People are warm everywhere I've been in Salvador, and in the show, the audience showed a lot of energy which encouraged me a lot. Besides, it's a very beautiful country and I can't wait to get back.
Rafael: Do you know Brazilian bands? Which ones? Tell us your favorites.
Cezar: I don't know many, but of those few my favorites are Moa Anbesa, Luca Mundaca (Jazz) and Sérgio Mendes.
Rafael: Do you have good friends in the music industry? Tell us a little bit about people you consider special.
Cezar: Sean Paul is a good friend I've known for a long time. We grew up together and it's amazing to see you as a famous artist all over the world. Besides him there are a number of other artists I work with and know well.
Rafael: Tell us about your plans for the future.
Cezar: I'm currently thinking about my first album, which is due to come out in May. Stand by!
Rafael: In Brazil, Reggae Root is preferred by people. Do you have influences from Reggae's golden years artists?
Cezar: Yes, in fact I also have influences from Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Jacob Miller, David Hinds, Bunny Rugs (Third World) and Burning Spear.
Rafael: Do you think Brazil looks like Jamaica? If so, what are the similarities?
Cezar: Yes! First the people are very similar. Geographically speaking, Brazil also reminds me a lot of Jamaica by the amount of beautiful landscapes, forests, mountains and beaches.
Rafael: What do you usually hear? Is Reggae your favorite style or do you have a special attraction for any other rhythm?
Cezar: I actually listen to different kinds of music, but deep down Reggae is my favorite.
Rafael: How important is Reggae to you?
Cezar: Reggae is a message song – at least in its traditional form. The importance to me is that more than any other kind of music, reggae elevates people.
Rafael: What do you think of the Reggae and Ganga relationship?
Cezar: The relationship for me is about getting a higher level of consciousness. This connection increases this awareness.
Rafael: Do you prefer protest or love songs?
Cezar: It really depends on what I'm feeling. Each has its own hour.
Rafael: Cezar was very nice to have the opportunity to know a little more about you and your thoughts. Thanks for the interview, and we really hope to see you again in Brazil performing for big audiences. The space is all yours to leave the message you want.
Cezar: I just want to say thank you to you and to everyone who is connected on your site. I'm actually looking into the future, and I want to show everyone my work soon!
MORE INFORMATION
Click here and learn more about the artist on his official website.
MULTIMIDIA
Click here to see Cezar with the clip "Keep On".Category
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