Michael Sparkey Drakes
soca, caribbean music, calypso, reggae, rgga soca, world music
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Independent artist Michael Sparkey Drakes drops "Swing", a Reggae track on SoundClick. It provides textures that deepen the overall emotional resonance. This track does what good reggae does best — it connects. "Swing" has peaked at number 10 on the SoundClick Reggae chart. If Reggae, Soca and Caribbean is your sound, "Swing" is a strong addition to your playlist.
A Reggae track by Michael Sparkey Drakes.
SoundClick artist Michael Sparkey Drakes presents "Zion Gate", an outstanding release in the Reggae genre. The arrangement reflects a careful attention to detail that rewards repeated listening. Every element feels intentional, resulting in a cohesive reggae track that resonates. "Zion Gate" has peaked at #12 in the Reggae category on SoundClick. Michael Sparkey Drakes continues to build a Reggae catalog on SoundClick, one of the longest-running platforms for independent artists.
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SoundClick artist Michael Sparkey Drakes presents "Sexy Lady", an outstanding release in the Reggae genre. Every element serves the song, creating a cohesive listening experience from start to finish. The kind of reggae track that draws you in and holds your attention through to the end "Sexy Lady" has peaked at number 8 on the SoundClick Reggae chart. Michael Sparkey Drakes continues to build a Reggae catalog on SoundClick, one of the longest-running platforms for independent artists.
A Reggae track by Michael Sparkey Drakes.
"Whine" is a Reggae track by Michael Sparkey Drakes on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. The arrangement unfolds with a natural ease, guiding the listener through a more immersive experience. Explore the full Michael Sparkey Drakes catalog on SoundClick and discover more Reggae music from independent creators.
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"Caught Up" by Michael Sparkey Drakes is a World production available on SoundClick. The song establishes its own world and invites the listener to settle in. A world track built for repeat listens — it reveals more with each play. It has charted at #15 on the SoundClick World General chart. Listeners into Reggae, Soca and Caribbean will find this track a natural fit within their rotation.
At the age of 11 he started thrilling the congregation at his local church in his native Guyana, with his heavy baritone voice, he knew then that music was to become a major part of his life.
Michael is a former trumpeter with the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), has sung with the Sheriff Deputies, Yoruba Singers, and GT Music Machine all in Guyana. He recorded a very popular single in Guyana called Wake Up Guyana that was the theme song for the Wake Up Guyana show hosted by Basil Bradshaw.
In November of 1997 Michael was brought to Antigua to perform with Tonik Band(He has since adopted Antigua as his home), after the disintegration of Tonik, Michael joined Vision 2000 and wrote and recorded 10 of the 11 songs on the Absolute Vision album, he sang with BZ Signal before joining Da Bhann in 2004.
With his strong versatile voice and great range when performing Ragga Soca, Dub, Dancehall Reggae or just belting out a catchy tune like Caught Up(that appeared on the 2005 TOSS album for Da Bhann) his stage presence and talent for writing is evident . In May of 2006 he left Da Bhann for a solo career, on June 10, 2006 he performed in New York as a solo artist on the Eastern Caribbean Legends of Music Concert, performing the opening tribute song that he penned to celebrate the OECSs 25th anniversary in accapella.
Yes that is the only way to go. I have performed in Japan, Africa, USA, South America & the Caribbean. I performed at the Star Mega Jam in Nigeria and was really touched while in Africa.
I am into reggae and soca, my voice is heavy and therefore I do dancehall, ragga soca and soca well.
I play the trumpet, but my instrument is my mic.
check out my site on myspace.
http://www.myspace.com/sparkeydrakes