Edson Gomes

Edson Gomes (born September 3, 1955), is a Brazilian reggae singer and songwriter. Gomes' musical style is heavily influenced by other Roots reggae artists, such as Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Alpha Blondy.

Edson Gomes
Birth nameEdson Gomes
Born (1955-09-03) September 3, 1955
OriginCachoeira, Bahia, Brazil
GenresReggae
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, musician
InstrumentsVoice
Years active1982present

Edson Gomes is regarded within Brazil as the biggest Brazilian reggae singer in the country.[1]

English interpretations and translations of his music are available on the Roots Reggae Library.[2]

References

  1. http://www.letras.com.br/biografia/edson-gomes
  2. de Vries, Anton E. (2015). "Edson Gomes". roots-reggae-library.com. Retrieved October 6, 2015.


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