The Montserrat Tourist Board on March 25, 2013 in a release confirmed as follows:
Rude Boyz string band
On Thursday March 14th 2013, the Rude Boyz String Band launched their first album, Revival, at Gary Moore’s Wide Awake Bar in Salem. The event was part of the St. Patrick’s Festival Rhythm Night.
The album launch was recognised by the Montserrat Tourist Board and each member of the band was presented with a certificate of appreciation while the captain, Joseph ‘Primo’ Silcott was presented with a Cultural Arts Award for his long-standing contribution to string band music on Montserrat. The award was presented by the Honourable Jermaine Wade.
The night was entertaining with special performances by Keithroy ‘De Bear’ Morson and Dennis ‘Ragga’ Silcott with the Rude Boyz String Band as well as a guest appearance by the African drum group Jalikunda. The sweet, rhythmic sounds of string band music filled the air of Salem while patrons danced the night away well into the early hours of the morning.
The Rude Boyz String Band, managed by Miss Veta Wade, is available for bookings. You can contact them by calling 496-4879 or 496-3243 or check them out on Facebook.
The public is encouraged to support one of our most distinctive musical forms by purchasing the REVIVAL Albums available for sale are the following outlets on island:
Karishmas, Arrows Manship, Johnny Mecca Fashions, Last Chance Sourvnir Shop, The Montserrat Tourist Board and Tropical Mansions Suites.
If you are interested in helping us develop string band music on Montserrat please feel free to contact us at the Culture Division of the Montserrat Touist Board on 491-8555.
