ROB ZI TAYLOR: Rise Up

Rob Zi Taylor

Rise Up

© 2004 Arrtee Music (783707902326)

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A Melting pot of Caribbean reggae, jazz & funk grooves using the sax and vocals to bring across this dreadlocked wild child's message of PEACE, LOVE & HARMONY in a way only Zi know's how...

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Zi, a professional saxophonist, singer, composer, programmer and producer, who lives and works in the Caribbean.

Already sharing stages with Shaggy, The Fugees, Maxi Priest, Jimmy Cliff, Darius Rucker and many others.

Personally requested to perform at Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee celebration, the Dutch Queen's Birthday celebration and for Nelson Mandela, on his visit to St. Lucia. He recently completed a US tour with Maxi Priest and Grammy nominee Ky-mani Marley, son of Bob Marley.

Now ready to take on the world with his debut album, fusing Reggae, R&B, Funk and Jazz styles.

Zi' is focused, fresh and easy to work with. Put the right people behind him and like his fans say, 'He's goin' places!'.

In April 2004 Zi released his long awaited original album "Rise Up" a 12 track cd encompassing his many moods and styles.

He had the good fortune of recording the album in Miami with the musicians he worked with and others he met whilst touring with Ky-mani and to top it all off was graced with the expertise of multi-platinum, grammy award winning engineer, Bob Rosa, whose track record includes artists such as Prince, Whitney Housten, Janet Jackson, Nsync and countless others. Although the intention was for Bob to only mix a couple of the tracks after he heard the others and realized the potential of Zi as a solo artist he offered to mix the entire album as in his own words "it's a refreshing change to work on music with so much flavour, it's comes like therapy for me. I needed this".

Despite his youth, the experience Zi' has already gained, through his many musical endeavors, places him in a good position to direct his music career, the way he envisions it.

Constantly aware of the ups and downs of the "music biz". Zi' maintains his opinion, the importance of keeping level headed, humble and staying focused on the goal, is the only way to go if you want to get yourself out there.

"It's a great feeling when someone comes up to you and says 'Your music touched me' It's then, you realize the importance of sharing that gift with the rest of the world".

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  • author: Lisa Thomas Surrey England

    I saw Zi on the beach at Jelousie Plantation and it was the best afternoon of my holiday.So smooth and sexy the music was great too xx

  • jah groove
    author: gail barnett-wolenter

    Saw you at Sandals Grande in St Lucia, it was the best time we had listening to music. Zi , was so nice when I was talking with him. He even gave me a disc of his music,sax on the beach! It's wonderfull to listen. My husband just passed away and he wanted to listen to Zi's music only while he was sick to calm him down. Thank You for the wonderfull Memories you made for us. Hopefully you will come to Philadelphia to play. I have passed your music on to other people over here in the states and love you. Keep up the good work/

  • Music to ingnite your soul
    author: Dee

    Easy purchase, delivery as promised - great price for music of this caliber. Jah Groove is my favorite (track 9); Lauren Foster lends a mystic flavor with her vocals/storytale in Almaz (track 12)

  • A breath of fresh air! Honest and Pure! A true artist!
    author: Hughart

    This CD is certainly a unique and worthy addition to the music of the islands! It should be given maximum exposure.

  • COOKIN
    author: Harold Campbell

    Now that's JAZZ. It's about time we went back to the FUNK and FUSION in JAZZ. Everyone else seems to be afraid to really want to get down and funky. They are always playing smooth and relaxed all the time. Stay HOT!!!!!

  • St. Lucian's best kept secret!
    author: Lonn & Linda

    From the first time we heard Rob play we fell in love with his soulful music. We were honored to have Rob play for our wedding and will never forget him!

  • Resounding
    author: Kurt-Victer

    A Revival of Great Music!

  • This is music with life and color. I love it!!
    author: Ann Holt

    A friend of mine In Miami put me onto Zi's music and i'm so glad she did. I love the different styles on the album. It show's his ability to cross over many moods alot of artists cannot do, and added to that he's damn cute!! I just wanna see him perform live...in the flesh!!

  • Excellent beat - keep up the good work
    author: Vic

    You were excellent in St Lucia, Sax on the Beach is great, but this CD is more versatile and rhythmic. Great work.

  • music of phenomenal brilliance!
    author: Laborian

    such a beautiful and refreshing blend of music, a masterpiece. Almaz, my # 1 song of all time.

  • Music with a soul
    author: Vacationer

    Rob, thanks for producing such a great sound. I look forward to hearing more of your work. A must buy cd.

  • Fantastic - you are a true talent.
    author: Dan

    The CD is fantastic - mood music, exciting music - the whole range. You shouldn't be doing anything apart from the headlines. You are great. When's the next CD coming out. We all need your music !!!!

  • GREAT
    author: Michael and Mary

    Listened to him in St. Lucia and enjoyed his music very much. CD is super. Keep up the good work.

  • A Fan forever!!
    author: Scott Nichols

    Zi the album is great. So good in fact I bought 5 cd's to pass on to my friends. Just keep writing, don't stop. You're a talented guy and through your persistance and visible love for your art you will go a long way. Thanks for sharing this with us all.

  • finally!
    author: Michael

    Finally the CD came out. We could not have enough of his sax when we were listening to him on St. Lucia last spring. Lots of fun!

  • Great soothing and inspiring music!!
    author: Emily & Rob

    This CD is another great creation by Rob Zi Taylor. The music is fantastic. His personal spin on songs we've heard before are welcome and refreshing. A great CD to give to friends and family!!

  • A Rising Star!!
    author: Maria Sanchez

    Great CD Zi. I had no doubt it would be. Coupled with your live performance you are destined for great things. Keep the faith, Like I said,I will do all I can for you. Blessings...

  • Excellent !!!
    author: Randy & Brandy Ellis

    Fantastic album, been waiting a long time for this one!! Zi played at our wedding March 18, 2004 and is such an excellent talent. This CD is a must have!!

  • great album and musician had a great tour together in LA
    author: michele henderson inc

    the cd has a great blend of music,which represents the caribbean as a community, keep up the good work zi.

  • author: Derek

    I have been waiting for this cd to be released for a long time! I play it at work and my co workers love it. Almaz is a fovourite of mine, I call it the goosebump tune. Thanks Zi

  • very refreshing
    author: tessa

    i think hes a pot of gold waiting to be discovered. very talented guy. his notes are very soothing. Good going rob!

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