Post by kaya on Mar 31, 2009 11:08:09 GMT -5
BY MICAELA HOOD
Julian ''JuJu'' Marley, 33, who lives in South Florida part-time, talked to The Miami Herald , his family's legacy and his upcoming album.
Q: How long have you been a part of the Marley Fest?
A: From the very start. The fest was inspired by my roots and my father. It's very important for me to be there and take part in the celebration.
Q: The show has a charitable focus. What significance does that hold for you?
A: That's what we are about. Giving back to the people in a positive way, through positive and conscious music.
Q: What can we expect from the fest this year? Are you planning on paying tribute to your late grandmother?
A: It's going to be more of the same because my family will be together, but I'm sure we'll do something special for her and for our fans.
Q: Tell us about your new album.
A: It's called Awake and it's going to be released April 21. It has a reggae, R & B and hip-hop vibe. My brothers Stephen and Damian worked on it and will appear [on it], as well as [rapper] Mr. Cheeks.
Q: Why hold the fest in Miami?
A: Miami is a gateway city for so many people, a place that my family considers a home base and has lived for over 30 years.
Q: What would you say to Marley fans who, in a sluggish economy, are debating whether to shell out $36 for a ticket to the fest?
A: First of all, money cannot buy life and the message of reggae music is more valuable than the price of the ticket. It is food for the soul. So come to the show to uplift your spirits and your mind.
Q: What are you listening to right now?
A: Old-school music from Al Green, Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder and James Brown. But I can't penetrate into too many things or I won't be expressive with my own music. I listen to something and move on.
Q: What is your favorite song of your father's?
A: I can't answer that. There are so many. I never get sick of hearing them.
Julian ''JuJu'' Marley, 33, who lives in South Florida part-time, talked to The Miami Herald , his family's legacy and his upcoming album.
Q: How long have you been a part of the Marley Fest?
A: From the very start. The fest was inspired by my roots and my father. It's very important for me to be there and take part in the celebration.
Q: The show has a charitable focus. What significance does that hold for you?
A: That's what we are about. Giving back to the people in a positive way, through positive and conscious music.
Q: What can we expect from the fest this year? Are you planning on paying tribute to your late grandmother?
A: It's going to be more of the same because my family will be together, but I'm sure we'll do something special for her and for our fans.
Q: Tell us about your new album.
A: It's called Awake and it's going to be released April 21. It has a reggae, R & B and hip-hop vibe. My brothers Stephen and Damian worked on it and will appear [on it], as well as [rapper] Mr. Cheeks.
Q: Why hold the fest in Miami?
A: Miami is a gateway city for so many people, a place that my family considers a home base and has lived for over 30 years.
Q: What would you say to Marley fans who, in a sluggish economy, are debating whether to shell out $36 for a ticket to the fest?
A: First of all, money cannot buy life and the message of reggae music is more valuable than the price of the ticket. It is food for the soul. So come to the show to uplift your spirits and your mind.
Q: What are you listening to right now?
A: Old-school music from Al Green, Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder and James Brown. But I can't penetrate into too many things or I won't be expressive with my own music. I listen to something and move on.
Q: What is your favorite song of your father's?
A: I can't answer that. There are so many. I never get sick of hearing them.