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John Lennon called himself a working class hero. George Harrison was a working class mystic. Born in Liverpool as the son of a bus conductor and a shop assistant, for the first six years of his life he lived in a house with no indoor bathroom. This book gives an honest, in-depth view of Harrison’s personal journey— from his blue-collar childhood to his role as a world-famous spiritual icon.

Author Gary Tillery’s approach is warmly human and free of the fawning but insolent tone of most rock biographers. He frankly discusses the role drugs played in leading Harrison to mystical insight but emphasizes that he soon renounced psychedelics as a means to the spiritual path. It was with conscious commitment that Harrison journeyed to India, studied sitar with Ravi Shankar, practiced yoga, learned meditation from the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, and became a devotee of Hinduism.

George worked hard to subdue his own ego and to understand the truth beyond appearances. He preferred to keep a low profile, but his empathy for suffering people led him to spearhead the first charitable rock-and-roll super event. And despite his wealth and fame, he was always delighted to slip on overalls and perform manual labor on his grounds. At ease with holy men discussing the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita, he was ever the bloke from Liverpool whose father drove a bus, whose brothers were tradesmen, and who had worked himself as an apprentice electrician until the day destiny called.

Tillery’s engaging narrative depicts Harrison as a sincere seeker who acted out of genuine care for humanity and used his celebrity to be of service in the world. Fans of all generations will treasure this book for the inspiring portrayal it gives of their beloved “quiet” Beatle.

John Lennon called himself a working class hero. George Harrison was a working class mystic. Born in Liverpool as the son of a bus conductor and a shop assistant, for the first six years of his life he lived in a house with no indoor bathroom. This book gives an honest, in-depth view of Harrison’s personal journey— from his blue-collar childhood to his role as a world-famous spiritual icon.

Author Gary Tillery’s approach is warmly human and free of the fawning but insolent tone of most rock biographers. He frankly discusses the role drugs played in leading Harrison to mystical insight but emphasizes that he soon renounced psychedelics as a means to the spiritual path. It was with conscious commitment that Harrison journeyed to India, studied sitar with Ravi Shankar, practiced yoga, learned meditation from the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, and became a devotee of Hinduism.

George worked hard to subdue his own ego and to understand the truth beyond appearances. He preferred to keep a low profile, but his empathy for suffering people led him to spearhead the first charitable rock-and-roll super event. And despite his wealth and fame, he was always delighted to slip on overalls and perform manual labor on his grounds. At ease with holy men discussing the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita, he was ever the bloke from Liverpool whose father drove a bus, whose brothers were tradesmen, and who had worked himself as an apprentice electrician until the day destiny called.

Tillery’s engaging narrative depicts Harrison as a sincere seeker who acted out of genuine care for humanity and used his celebrity to be of service in the world. Fans of all generations will treasure this book for the inspiring portrayal it gives of their beloved “quiet” Beatle.

BENITON (The Menace)

If you havent heard about Beniton youve been living under a rock. Beniton has been sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in Reggae,Dancehall,Hip Hop R & B from performing with UB40 Maxi Priest Kymani Marley Shaggy The Wailers Mary j Blige Baby Cham to blazing the fire with Beenie Man and Mavado Elephant man. Beniton has been creating lyrical havoc wherever he goes, nicknamed The Menace because his stage performances 

 

Before pursuing a career as a Reggae artist Beniton ran his own sound system called Hellrazor Sound, Known today as the Hellrazor movement. They have a large following as; Beniton was always the main attraction wherever the sound system would play. Everyone could identify Beniton because of his eccentric hairstyle and electrifying performance when he is introducing a big tune. Beniton's past has allowed the other members of the Hellrazor clique to carry on the sound system movement future endeavors. 

 

Beniton has now focused his energy on becoming an established artiste and producer in the music business. Beniton however is on the fast track to achieving his goal; because he is well received in the underground scene and with his frequent trips to Jamaica, Beniton has captivated audiences worldwide. 

 

Beniton has now step into the major league touring with reggae legend Maxi Priest and UB40 all over the world having toured Europe and Australia and is continuing to make good music from hardcore dancehall, hip hop,reggae and pop music.

BENITON (The Menace)

If you havent heard about Beniton youve been living under a rock. Beniton has been sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in Reggae,Dancehall,Hip Hop R & B from performing with UB40 Maxi Priest Kymani Marley Shaggy The Wailers Mary j Blige Baby Cham to blazing the fire with Beenie Man and Mavado Elephant man. Beniton has been creating lyrical havoc wherever he goes, nicknamed The Menace because his stage performances 

 

Before pursuing a career as a Reggae artist Beniton ran his own sound system called Hellrazor Sound, Known today as the Hellrazor movement. They have a large following as; Beniton was always the main attraction wherever the sound system would play. Everyone could identify Beniton because of his eccentric hairstyle and electrifying performance when he is introducing a big tune. Beniton's past has allowed the other members of the Hellrazor clique to carry on the sound system movement future endeavors. 

 

Beniton has now focused his energy on becoming an established artiste and producer in the music business. Beniton however is on the fast track to achieving his goal; because he is well received in the underground scene and with his frequent trips to Jamaica, Beniton has captivated audiences worldwide. 

 

Beniton has now step into the major league touring with reggae legend Maxi Priest and UB40 all over the world having toured Europe and Australia and is continuing to make good music from hardcore dancehall, hip hop,reggae and pop music.

Joe Paulson is on a mission. He wants his audience to walk away from his shows thinking, “That song just expressed how I’ve always felt.”

An Indianapolis native, Paulson first began ticklin’ the ivories at the tender age of 6.  It wasn’t until he was 18 years old and on the cusp of enrolling at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana that he started delivering his soulful, introspective melodies as piano pop-rock artist. In the fall of 2007, he released The Neverending EP, a collection of seven piano driven ballads showcasing his songwriting virtuosity. Shortly after that release, he began touring at venues and festivals in countless cities all over Indiana.

Paulson brings in all aspects of his life into his writing.  As you listen to one of his songs, you might hear his morning run, or him sitting down to read the newspaper, or maybe the clicks of his keyboard at work, but what ever you hear will be a part of his life. One of the songs that best encompasses this message as a whole is “Expectations”, in which Paulson sings “Life lacks consistency; change always gets the best of me, so why do we always give in”.

While never having studied music as a subject, Paulson is definitely a novice of music. With every artist he listens to, he gains knowledge.  While Paulson's music is rich in technicality and showmanship, the lyrics are crafted specifically for the sake of expressing the most profound aspects of life in a manner that connects with the listener. Music, to him, is a passion, and he intends on expressing it to the fullest. His debut, full-length album, This Fine Evening is now available on iTunes and Amazon. Find out more about Joe Paulson at JoePaulsonMusic.com

Joe Paulson is on a mission. He wants his audience to walk away from his shows thinking, “That song just expressed how I’ve always felt.”

An Indianapolis native, Paulson first began ticklin’ the ivories at the tender age of 6.  It wasn’t until he was 18 years old and on the cusp of enrolling at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana that he started delivering his soulful, introspective melodies as piano pop-rock artist. In the fall of 2007, he released The Neverending EP, a collection of seven piano driven ballads showcasing his songwriting virtuosity. Shortly after that release, he began touring at venues and festivals in countless cities all over Indiana.

Paulson brings in all aspects of his life into his writing.  As you listen to one of his songs, you might hear his morning run, or him sitting down to read the newspaper, or maybe the clicks of his keyboard at work, but what ever you hear will be a part of his life. One of the songs that best encompasses this message as a whole is “Expectations”, in which Paulson sings “Life lacks consistency; change always gets the best of me, so why do we always give in”.

While never having studied music as a subject, Paulson is definitely a novice of music. With every artist he listens to, he gains knowledge.  While Paulson's music is rich in technicality and showmanship, the lyrics are crafted specifically for the sake of expressing the most profound aspects of life in a manner that connects with the listener. Music, to him, is a passion, and he intends on expressing it to the fullest. His debut, full-length album, This Fine Evening is now available on iTunes and Amazon. Find out more about Joe Paulson at JoePaulsonMusic.com

Bunny Rugs is lead singer for one of the longest running Reggae bands of all Time, Third World. The group was formed in 1973 and has released a total of 23 albums and Rugs himself has released 4 solo albums. Bunny Rugs has been nominated 10 times for the prestigious Grammy Awards as a member of Third World.  Collectively, Third World has received numerous awards, including most recently “New York City Ambassador Award” in November 2009 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the 1986 “United Nations Peace Medal”, and “Jamaica Music Industry Awards for Best Show Band” in 1992 and 1996 respectively. Rugs is also a spokesperson for the Jamaica Children’s Heart Fund, a cause he holds close and dear to his own heart.

Bunny Rugs and Raw Edge Productions announce the release of 3 massive reggae singles from his soon be released solo album “TIME”.

“LOVE IS BLIND” bounces across Sly and Robbie’s dub influenced Tune In Riddim.  This infectious one drop beat delivers a contagious hook that just makes you want to move. Rugs penned “LOVE IS BLIND”, a song about a woman heartbreaker, fi di man dem. “Cause I fall for your tricks every time, the more you confuse and perplex my mind. You keep saying everything thing is fine, you’re a sample girl you’re one of a kind.” “LOVE IS BLIND” was produced by Lowell “Sly” Dunbar, Robert “Robbie” Shakespeare & Rory Baker and recorded at One Pop Studio in Kingston, Jamaica.

Bunny Rugs is lead singer for one of the longest running Reggae bands of all Time, Third World. The group was formed in 1973 and has released a total of 23 albums and Rugs himself has released 4 solo albums. Bunny Rugs has been nominated 10 times for the prestigious Grammy Awards as a member of Third World.  Collectively, Third World has received numerous awards, including most recently “New York City Ambassador Award” in November 2009 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the 1986 “United Nations Peace Medal”, and “Jamaica Music Industry Awards for Best Show Band” in 1992 and 1996 respectively. Rugs is also a spokesperson for the Jamaica Children’s Heart Fund, a cause he holds close and dear to his own heart.

Bunny Rugs and Raw Edge Productions announce the release of 3 massive reggae singles from his soon be released solo album “TIME”.

“LOVE IS BLIND” bounces across Sly and Robbie’s dub influenced Tune In Riddim.  This infectious one drop beat delivers a contagious hook that just makes you want to move. Rugs penned “LOVE IS BLIND”, a song about a woman heartbreaker, fi di man dem. “Cause I fall for your tricks every time, the more you confuse and perplex my mind. You keep saying everything thing is fine, you’re a sample girl you’re one of a kind.” “LOVE IS BLIND” was produced by Lowell “Sly” Dunbar, Robert “Robbie” Shakespeare & Rory Baker and recorded at One Pop Studio in Kingston, Jamaica.

Dressed in the teenage uniform of skinny jeans, t-shirts, and black Converse, Amanda Lamb may seem ordinary, but looks can be deceiving.

The Southern California native’s energetic smile exudes the playfulness of youth, but when you dig a little deeper, you find an old soul.  On her debut album Highwire, released on November 5, 2010, 16 year-old Amanda manages to walk the line between shimmering pop and heartfelt introspection with a sophistication beyond her years.

“Every song on my album was chosen as an expression of a part of my life – happy, sad, hopeful, disappointing, fun, difficult, and everything in between,” explains Amanda. “I chose the title Highwire as a nod to the track ‘The Life of An Aerialist.’ I feel it’s the most autobiographical song on the album, because it embodies fragility as well as strength.”

Singing in choirs since age 5 and playing the piano from the age of 6, Amanda began to find her own voice around the age of 12. She began formal vocal training, becoming her school choir’s most enthusiastic soloist, and by age 14, she had written her first song. Shortly after, she took on more intense training with renowned vocal coach Lis Lewis (P!nk, Rihanna), seeking to perfect not only her technical skill but her ability to express real feelings in her music.

A fan of artists like Adam Lambert and Owl City, Amanda loves catchy melodies, real drums, and over-the-top synth lines. At the core, though, the foundation for every song is the lyrics, and she embraces pop while infusing her songs with genuine emotion (“Infinity”) and unexpected metaphors “The Life of An Aerialist”

At times poignant, at times tongue-in-cheek, Amanda Lamb captures the honest questions, clever insights and wistful dreams of a young woman coming into her own.

Dressed in the teenage uniform of skinny jeans, t-shirts, and black Converse, Amanda Lamb may seem ordinary, but looks can be deceiving.

The Southern California native’s energetic smile exudes the playfulness of youth, but when you dig a little deeper, you find an old soul.  On her debut album Highwire, released on November 5, 2010, 16 year-old Amanda manages to walk the line between shimmering pop and heartfelt introspection with a sophistication beyond her years.

“Every song on my album was chosen as an expression of a part of my life – happy, sad, hopeful, disappointing, fun, difficult, and everything in between,” explains Amanda. “I chose the title Highwire as a nod to the track ‘The Life of An Aerialist.’ I feel it’s the most autobiographical song on the album, because it embodies fragility as well as strength.”

Singing in choirs since age 5 and playing the piano from the age of 6, Amanda began to find her own voice around the age of 12. She began formal vocal training, becoming her school choir’s most enthusiastic soloist, and by age 14, she had written her first song. Shortly after, she took on more intense training with renowned vocal coach Lis Lewis (P!nk, Rihanna), seeking to perfect not only her technical skill but her ability to express real feelings in her music.

A fan of artists like Adam Lambert and Owl City, Amanda loves catchy melodies, real drums, and over-the-top synth lines. At the core, though, the foundation for every song is the lyrics, and she embraces pop while infusing her songs with genuine emotion (“Infinity”) and unexpected metaphors “The Life of An Aerialist”

At times poignant, at times tongue-in-cheek, Amanda Lamb captures the honest questions, clever insights and wistful dreams of a young woman coming into her own.