A.J. BROWN

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A.J. Brown

The Man Behind The Music

Born in Montego Bay 1957, AJ Brown ranks among Jamaica's greatest vocal talents. From Reggae to Jazz, World Beat to R&B, Pop to Classical, his vocal style transcends genres, musical eras, and generations. The influence of musical icons, such as, Bob Marley, Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Andrea Bocelli and Dennis Brown, is reflected in his work. AJ began singing ballads and reggae at his alma mater Cornwall College in the late 1960s early 1970s, earning him the respect and admiration of the city of his birth.

His incredible talent drew international attention in 1980 when he won a competition sponsored by Kurting Electronics to tour Germany. AJ captivated audiences in Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Dusseldorf and Frankfurt. His superior talent was undeniable, his charm untouchable and his success unstoppable. At the invitation of the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) in the 1980s, AJ toured Europe, Canada, and the United States promoting Jamaica. In 2006 JTB again invited AJ to promote Jamaica at the 35th Houston International Festival (IFEST).