Band's Bio
Sailing the ocean – navigating the waves of rhythm, taking you to a place where music and unity meet the soul
- Formed in 2019 by Asha (vocalist) and Ebony (bass), Big Ship Alliance is an eight-piece reggae band consisting of eight professional musicians with vast experience and backgrounds. They bring a unique and authentic experience to our shows. Unlike other reggae bands, our shows are filled with energy, audience participation, and a Big Ship Family vibe.
- Big Ship Alliance is not just another reggae band. With a wealth of experience garnered from touring with renowned artists like Pato Banton, Apache Indian, and Sting, our eight-piece ensemble brings a global perspective to our music. This diverse background is reflected in our performances, making them a unique and unforgettable experience.
- At the heart of our music is a spirit of positivity, joy, and well-being. We believe in the transformative power of music, and our performances are a testament to this. Our audience feedback confirms that our music has a positive impact, and we take pride in every performance. We strive to evolve and deliver a unique experience with our original songs.
Meet the band:
- Asha B– Vocalist
- Maureen Wilson– Backing vocalist
- Robbie Levi– Keyboard and vocalist
- Anthony Stones– Percussion and vocalist (and energetic showman)
- Joel Gibbs– Guitar
- Ebony Penny– Bass
- David Skins– Drums
- Mikey Smith- Keyboard
(alongside experienced deps when required)
- Since our first show in January 2020 at the Heartland Banqueting Suite, Birmingham, we have performed our shows at many more local and national venues and festivals, large and small, including:
Festivals and carnivals
- Nottingham Carnival
- Jamaica 0121 Festival, Birmingham
- Skegness Reggae and Ska Festival
- Communitree Festival, Nottingham
- Simmer Down Festival, Birmingham
Venues (to include but not exhaustive)
- The Jam House, Birmingham
- The Robin2, Bilston
- The Night Owl, Birmingham
- The Legacy Centre, Birmingham
- Shepwells, Willenhall
- The Station, Cannock
- Seven Stars, Smethwick
- Tickles Music Hall, Bradford
- The Hare & Hounds, Birmingham
- The Lounge Boldmere, Sutton Coldfield
- Hockley Social Club, Birmingham
- Fletcher's Bar, Kings Heath, Bham
- Dulcie's Bar, Cannock
- Babar Cafe, Hereford
- The Button Factory, Birmingham
- The Bear Tavern, Bearwood Smethwick
- The Pavilions Social Club, Kingshurst, Birmingham
- The MAC (Outdoor event) - Birmingham
- We also provide entertainment at private events, such as weddings and birthdays.
Collaborations
- Collaborating with other reggae artists, musicians and bands: Johnny2bad, Anthony Stones, Robbie Levi and Marley. Working on joint projects, including producing a music video and releasing a cover version of "All In This Thing Together" (initially created by the O'Jays).
- These experiences add to the band's ability to deliver a reggae show like no other and joyful, inclusive vibes for our audience and followers. We strongly believe that Unity is Strength.
For more information, please visit our social media links below:
Website:https://www.bigshipalliance.com.
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Bigshipalliance
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRTUB99nWMGQqBtEQIuA9BA
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