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August 10, 2007
Sharp, Melodic and Royal - Taurus Riley Rules
By: Joseph Cunningham
Taurus Riley's "She's Royal" is one of those songs void of an expiry date. Simply put the song is a classic. Taurus has been on the periphery of superstardom for a long time; but the sun is currently shining on him, and it's doing so brightly. Other hot current singles from today's hottest Reggae crooner are "Parables" and "Beware."
Listen to his music! Does the sensation that you feel remind you of a rising Bob Marley, Garnett Silk or Beresford Hammond? Yes, it comes from a contagious sound that could bring a meteoric rise similar to his predecessors.
Despite his soulful sound, Taurus' music transcends mere melodies for the ears, because like Peter Tosh, he could be called "a stepping razor".
The name of his debut album is "The Man Who Thinks He's Larger Than Life." "That album was my introduction to the world. It was not promoted, but the public was still sensitized about my mission, which is to heal lives."
Accordingly, the mission proceeds with his second album, just released and titled, "Parables." Taurus said, "This album makes my voice stronger. I am declaring my faith louder. My ultimate goal is to heal, teach and uplift through my music. My father is Jimmy Riley, a foundation Reggae singer and my mother is a nurse, so genetically I bring healing, healing music." According to Taurus, the album is a gem produced in tandem with legendary musician Dean Fraser that contains 15 tracks addressing political, love, and other social issues.
Further, with a daughter now in his life, Taurus said "Parables" will also demonstrate his added experience as a person.
"I'm comfortable with this album because it represents me fully. All the melodies came straight from my head." Taurus Riley commends his parents for introducing him to musical instruments at a tender age. Today, he plays the keyboard expertly. Taurus revealed his knowledge of instruments gives him the kind of advantage that the likes of Bob Marley had. "Just like Bob Marley, I am able to prepare a "skeleton sound" before I go to the studio. Quiet personal examination, composition and introspection of sounds and melodies will always provide a musician with authentic sounds," Taurus asserted. For the record, he noted that he appreciates all genres of music.
He was given the show- name Taurus by his mother, because of the time of year he was born and to symbolize the rapid rate at which he "spat" lyrics as a kid. "My father played his part, but it was my mother who really pushed me to be singer."
Reggae's latest "stepping razor" had words to share about the war in Iraq! "We do not need to go to war in order to free ourselves. Differences should make us stronger instead of dividing us! Variety is the spice of life. If a man love pineapples he should be allowed to have it, and if it offend others he should still be allowed the privilege of his own space. War cannot quell war! What's happening is due to ignorance," he contends.
The mission continues, and most recent recordings such as, "Midnight Hour," "Backbiters" and "Lion Paw" should solidify this. Riding on the waves of a sterling performance at Reggae's largest "showpiece", Reggae Sumfest, Taurus will appear to his legion of fans in Holland, England and in New York over the next couple of months.
Posted by yardFlex at August 10, 2007 09:45 PM
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Posted by: La-Mour
on August 11, 2007 01:43 AM
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The reincarnation of Garnett Silk, destine for greatness!!! That's Taurus Riley!!!
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Posted by: Omar
on August 11, 2007 11:25 AM
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The best artist Jamaica offing to the world right now. I am happy to see that reggae music has not lost it's soul like how some of those sell out so called rastas selling out the music for badmanism and popularity
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Posted by: Samantha
on August 11, 2007 11:36 AM
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Big up to Mr. Riley!!!!!!!!!That song "SHE'S ROYAL" was so meant for me cuz am SO ROYAL.
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Posted by: don dice
on August 11, 2007 11:45 AM
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taurus a done di place wid that tune deh'big up taurus'.
Keep up the good works brother. The world need more artiste like you. This world needs a healing. We need to keep the message royal. Remember we are sons and daughters of Royalty. As Ras Tafari we need to live up? culture asked , "Where are all the Rastamen?" seems as if there are no more ancient iriation Fari anymore. They seem to be slipping away being bought by media and popularity. The message of the Most High is most times not popular but it is true. So keep blazing the message even though it may not be popular. Stay focus my brother. Be that shining light in this dark world. The future and future generations are looking on and anticipate the best from you!!
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Posted by: cutie
on August 11, 2007 07:25 PM
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Congrats Taurus on your success, keep on making those conscious music
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Posted by: Lano X
on August 12, 2007 01:45 PM
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Yes, this is a brethren a the real deal. Him have an awesome stage delivery too. Just hold firm!!!
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Posted by: INT'L DJ BUSCH
on August 12, 2007 06:15 PM
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BLESS MR RILEY ANOTHER GREAT ARTIST COMING AT THE WORLD WITH POSITIVE MUSIC.BELIZE BOUND 2007.
INT'L DJ BUSCH
KING OF THE PARK 07
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Posted by: English
on August 13, 2007 11:46 AM
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Bwoy mi a tell u,
Dis a di tuffest ting I hear in the past 10 years.
From 1-15... Classic!!!
I strongly recommend this reggae purist.
Not taking anything from anyone else in the business, but this is the measuring stick.
Period.
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Posted by: mr.wendell
on August 13, 2007 10:23 PM
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surely!this is what reggae has been waiting 4!4ward mr.riley!
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Posted by: Sandra Morgan
on August 15, 2007 04:52 PM
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I Love Traus Rileys song she a queen. way to go!! I cant stop playing it.
keep up the good work, I heard this song for the first time at a soul 2 soul party. Thanks Rosa
Sandra
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Posted by: Platinum _Diva
on August 15, 2007 04:57 PM
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Taurus, yu a di real big man, Love yu work , Love yu too. too bad mi deh a fl so mi caan enter fi win di date.
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Posted by: cassie
on August 15, 2007 05:50 PM
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love your music just wanna encourage you to continue the good work yeh im out ONE LOVE
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Posted by: ME
on August 16, 2007 08:49 PM
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I Went to highschool with Taurus. Always stayed out a trouble and never get caught up in no passa passa. Even though him never physically ras dem time de, he had it in his heart all along
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Posted by: Jackie
on August 19, 2007 09:24 AM
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I visited Jamaica for the first time in twenty-one years, and one of my stops was the show on Knutsford Blve on Independence night, where I saw Taurus Riley, or rather heard him. I was so touched that I had to get his CD before I left the island. I arrived in the US on Aug. 9 and I have not stopped playing this CD. IT IS GREAT!!! Keep up the good work Taurus!! I will going to see him at the Showcase in New York on August 30, at Cafe 400.
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Posted by: pat
on August 19, 2007 04:05 PM
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She's Royal is my personal anthem. can't wait for Taurus to visit Barbados on September 15th. Great Album.
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Posted by: pam
on August 23, 2007 09:36 PM
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tarrus i love your song she royal,you are the best i hope to see you at eastfest in jamaica in december at morgan heritage show
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Posted by: Sandy
on August 25, 2007 02:27 PM
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Taurus please come to Toronto, Taurus Riely Rules,you just stole my heart from John Holt.
Love you Taurus.
From Sandra M
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Posted by: La Guerre
on September 16, 2007 06:49 PM
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Beautiful song,Conscious lyrics,oh how much i love that song,nuff respect to you Taurus,keep up the good works.
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Posted by: Jackie Griffith-Chase
on September 29, 2007 11:38 AM
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Absoulutely brilliant! What a voice and with a song like 'She's Royal' my favourite, FANTASTIC. Even my hubby's hooked
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Posted by: Paula
on October 26, 2007 09:51 AM
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Hottest reggae tune right now that will be hot far eternity.
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Posted by: Wingrove Powell
on November 9, 2007 08:19 AM
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im impress with this song it's a very nice melodious and lyrical song. i love this song baaaaaad baaaaaaaaad
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Posted by: diana
on November 23, 2007 05:00 PM
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This song is meant for every woman who love and appreciate every woman within themselves. I really love and cherish this song. It should become the melody/anthem for women; especially Caribbean women who has always represent the back-bone of their family. Nuf, Nuf Respect to Tarrus Reily on his lyrical journey. I wish for the fluidity of your conscious words. Keep it coming. I have his complete CD and i enjoy every song on it. Way to go T.R. PEACE, dIANA
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Posted by: Diana "Royal"
on November 30, 2007 12:46 PM
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This song is so special in everyway. I first heard the song when I visited the Island of Grenada, back in September of this year. I mean it would make any woman feel royal especially with your voice makes it even more meaningfull.
Peace Mr. Reily
From Diana
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Posted by: Leanne
on December 11, 2007 08:04 PM
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Listen Tarus! It is hard to explain how the lyrics to your latest song that starts (When Im far away, she always waits). I feel so mellow and calm. I really feel as if, wonderful men with values still exsist! I know I will always be waiting to hear the latest single.
Stay strong!!!!!!!!
Blessed love
(Now hear is a song for you)
Deep within the bowls of my mind, I think of you all the time.
Blessed with a purness no crimson can taint,Your presence even makes the sun itself wake.
I have no regrets and no remorse, When I decided to change my course.
I live to digest what you pen will write, With bating breath I wait for the night
To listen to your song, that makes me calm. The begining of a new chapter.
The Tarus Riley Chronicles!
Eva bless,
Live up Tarus!
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Posted by: brenda
on May 21, 2008 03:55 PM
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i just like raggea music and i just want to say do what you are doing i am from g/da
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