Music
The best kept secret in music
Press
Ras Indio, hailing from the tribe of OBI (the son of Bro. David Obi), Belizean Cungo Music extraordinaire, was truly a great addition to the second annual Caribbean/ Belizean Park Fest held this last September 11th in Los Angeles. Ras Indio hit the stage with a burst of energy, captivating the audience with his unique style and positive lyrics. At one point in his performance, he urged the crowd to join in on one of his catchy hooks, which they did...almost as if they new the song for many years. With a little more time, Ras Indio will definitely be a force to contend with in the Mega Business of the reggae industry.........Nuff Respect from the Seabreeze Family. - Pupa Curly
I wished I had filmed the scenes . . . every time Ras Indio performed (and he did numerous times in Washington, United States) he electrified the audience with positive vibes, energy, and his clear and vibrant voice. Without temerity, Ras Indio jumped on stage and opened for Culture and Inner Circle in Seattle, the town he just happened to be visiting. He was called onto the stage when the groups' opening bands did not show, and took over like a fire ball. The crowds loved him! Ras Indio is a true performer all the way." - Bana Devi
Newspaper clipping with reviews are provided under the photo section - Indigenous Productions
Discography
The first solo release from Ras Indio is entitled ‘FREE UP MI NATION’. His skills and talents include singing, keyboards, songwriting and composing. He also operates a full-service recording studio, Indigenous Pro, for his own works as well as for other artists.
Photos
Feeling a bit camera shy
Bio
Ras Indio, aka David Obi was born in Los Angeles, CA on September 23, 1976 to Belizean parents: Ms. Beulah Heusner and Mr. David Obi - a famous Belizean revolutionary musical artist known as “Bredda David”, creator of Belizean Kungo Music.
As a youth, Ras Indio relocated to Belize and taught himself the keyboards with guidance from his dad. He started performing at local events around Belize at age 12 as the keyboardist in his dad’s band, TRIBAL VIBES.
From ages 15-21 he toured nationally and internationally including Mexico, USA and Europe.
While living back in the United States again, Indio linked up with Cousin Quinn and Moses creating WOOD DWELLAS, a Belizean hip-hop/dancehall group. They produced two albums in the U.S. with annual trips to Belize. Performances included opening for Beanieman, Vegas, Berres Hammond and XStatic. They also had their television debut on MTV on “The Cut” with the late Lisa “Left Eye” Lopez of TLC.
Ras Indio moved back to Belize and developed Indigenous Productions embarking himself on his solo career.
Popular in Belize, Ras Indio received the award in 2004 for “Best Belizean Reggae/Dancehall Artist” which was voted by the general public newspaper ballot. Belize uses his past hit single “ Wild Wild West” as an anti-violence anthem. Ras Indio promotes the music he loves in many ways. With a clear deliverance, he spreads universal messages of truth, love and righteousness.
Performance Experience:
Summer 2005:
Portland, Oregan
Montego Bay Club
Contact: Michael Wardell
Seattle, Wa:
"Studio 7"
Culture Yard Productions
Oct.1st
Opened for Winston Jarrett
Contact: Farhad Tyabiji - (206) 949-4103
"Larry's Night Club"
Sept. 26th & 19th
Opened for Inna Visions and Culture
Los Angeles, Ca
"Reggae Boat Cruise" with Yami Bolo
Sept. 18th
Contact: DJ What (562)884-0262
“Belizean Park Fest"
Sept.11th
Contact: Pupa Curly (323)731-2927
Belize
"Belize Civic Center"
July 23rd,
King Selassie I's tribute.
July 17th,
Opened for "The Prophet", Capletan
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May 28th,
Opened for Richie Spice & Chuck Fenda
"Earth A Run Red" Concert,
One Love Production
"Y-Not Island" Park
May 27th,
African
Liberation Day
“Agriculture Park"
May 1st
"Agriculture Music Splash"
Ras Indio & Brimstone Family
"Y-Not Island" Park
Feb.5th
"Belizean Bob Marley Fest"
2004
"Belize Civic Center"
Dec. 18th
Opened for 'The Messenger" Luciano
"The Center"
Dec.10th
"Independence High School" students
"The Bliss Theatre"
Dec. 4th
"Belizean Award Show"
Voted by general public as
Best Belizean Reggae/Dancehall Artist
"Water Caye"
Nov. 20th
Guest Apearance
Aired Nov. 30th
National TV & Radio.
"BTL Park"
Sept.21st
"Belize Independence Day" celebrations
Summer 2004
Vancouver, Canada
"Royal Banquet Hall"
Aug. 27th
Performed with, Jahranimo, Zukie
Joseph & Lil Precious
"A Host of Canadian Artist"
"SHINE Club"
Aug. 25th
Ceazor Don & Mickey Dangerous
“Club SONAR"
Aug. 24th
OSC and Mickey Dangerous
"Biltmore Ice Bar"
Aug. 21st
Ras Indio Performs
"The Pub"
Aug. 20th
Performed with 007 Band
"5th Shambhala Fest
Aug. 14th - 16th
Performs on 3 different Stages.
Belize
"BTL Park"
July 25th
King Selassie I's Birthday
Launched Push Up the Fire" CD
"Belize Civic Center"
June 19th
Opened for “Sizzla Kalonji"
"Paslow Parking Lot"
May 24th
Guest at Belizean Artist DVD Party
"Agriculture Park"
May 15th - 17th
Performs with Stereomatic Sounds
"Central Park"
April 12th
Guest on "Easter Fest"
San Pedro
"Placentia Strip"
April 10th & 11th
Performs at Easter Festivities
"Belize Civic Center"
April 2nd
Opened for "Elephant Man & Kiprich"
"BTL Park"
March 12th
"Reggae By The Sea"
"Memorial Park"
Feb. 6th
2nd Annual Bob Marley Fest
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