Strikingly, their first album independently under label Cool to Be Conscious (CTBC), Morgan Heritage released their Grammy Award Winning Album, Strictly Roots. “The roots is the essence of who we are as humanity”, said the band when questioned about their return. The album made the band‟s highest debut on the Billboard Reggae Charts at #2, with the single Perfect Love Song topping reggae charts worldwide. ![]() And, as much as their absence had allowed for evolvement of the reggae genre, Morgan Heritage‟s collective roots sound was clearly missed by fans. Morgan Heritage resurfaced forcefully with the release of Here Come the Kings in 2013, the perfect blend of Nyabinghi sounds, lover‟s rock, and roots. Gramps had achieved what his father had always told him he would do and was eager to take Morgan Heritage to such heights. And, most notably of his time from Morgan Heritage, Gramps‟ musical diversity was acknowledged by the pinnacle of musical accolades with 2 Grammy Award Nominations and as a Grammy Award Winning Producer. People are saying… “Gramps Morgan possesses one of the most unique and distinctive voices in modern reggae, his tone is unmistakable which makes his overall sound highly desirable, if you love real reggae”.Ĭutting short his Reggae Music Lives campaign, Gramps snagged 3 International Reggae and World Music Awards (Irawma) in 2010 including Best Song, Best New Entertainer, and Best Crossover Song. Gramps quickly became a high demand reggae performer while the album hit #12 on the Billboard Reggae Charts. He put his heart and soul into this album and touched a mixture of sounds by collaborating with powerhouse hit makers such as Llamar „Riff Raff‟ Brown, Kemar „Flava‟ McGregor, and again with India Arie. His royalty is displayed as he brings power to his music with songs from African unity to love and relationships. Gramps then „came into his own‟ with the release of his 2nd solo album, Reggae Music Lives. Numerous nominations and awards resulted from his first album as Gramps found himself amongst the top of the Reggae game. From songs of sweet love to inspiration of the youths, all 16 songs had an organic tone with solid production. Gramps exceeded fans expectations as they were always yearning to hear more from his Morgan Heritage role. The release of the album, 2 Sides of My Heart Vol.1 proved that Gramps is an artist to be reckoned with as he hit the road with the likes of Kymani Marley, Buju Banton, and John Legend. As composed, written and produced on his own label Dada Son Entertainment, the multi-dimensionality of Gramps Morgan was revealed. ![]() Soon afterwards the single was charting simultaneously across the world. The single earned Gramps at #1 on Canadian Reggae and Dancehall Charts (Radio Dubplate) for 3 consecutive weeks on CHRY 105.5 FM. In a time when reggae music was in a state of dejection and dancehall lyrics were redundant, Gramps Morgan proved positive music can still top the charts and did with Wash the Tears, the first single from his solo album, 2 Sides of My Heart Vol.1. While remaining dedicated to conscious Roots Reggae & Lovers Rock, his mission to expand his horizons to new markets was a success. ![]() Gramps began his solo career on a high note by touring on India Arie‟s Soulbird Tour. After nearly three decades together, collectively solidifying fan bases in almost every continent on the planet, releasing 10 albums and 3 DVDs while performing for millions of people worldwide, Gramps flourished into a successful solo artist. From Africa to the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the South Pacific too, Roy “Gramps” Morgan has performed for sold out stadiums around the world with his 4 siblings, the other members of the internationally renowned reggae band, Morgan Heritage.
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