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Wayne Stoddart
Committed
Genres: International Music, Pop

Track Listings (12) - Disc #1
1. Committed
2. His Love
3. Bountiful Love
4. He's Everything to me
5. Final Day
6. Spending time with God (Feat. Chevel Franklin)
7. Save My Soul
8. Paradise
9. Spirit of the Lord
10. Thank you for the Valley
11. Pilot of my Life
12. Home Sick

Wayne was born in Kingston, Jamaica and migrated to the rural Jamaica to live with his father in Trelawny where he attended William Knibb Memorial High School. Upon completion of high school in 1990 he returned to Kingston... more » to complete college at Excelsior College. The Gospel Artist lived in the deep inner-city community of Eastern Kingston (Mountain View) and existed amidst the harsh culture of the Kingston ghetto. Stoddart was able to sustain his identity as a Son of the Most High God. The experiences of his environment has lead to lyrics of comfort, encouragement and solution for an exit from the hands of the enemy of humanity - the devil - for the oppressed and depressed seeking a way out or rather up. The title track COMMITTED on Stoddart s second album is a prime example of the root of Wayne Stoddart's message. Wayne grew up in the church and growing up in the country (Kinloss, Trelawny) there wasn't that much activity and entertainment besides what was found at the church. His interest in music, grew from the fact that his father had a wide collection of music from Gospel to R&B and Reggae; also there was always music in the church. The first public recognition Stoddart received was at a concert at Clarks Town Primary School. "I was in grade 4 at the time and I just started singing a pop song and doing all the dance moves. The class went wild." As a result of that primary school experience, Wayne and his brother Steve started singing together as the Stoddart Brothers. Everywhere Wayne went music followed and 'vice versa'. Wayne was a local High School singing star at William Knibb High School and when he went to college he formed the all male quartet Dunamis and the results were the same (the Class of 94' Excelsior College). Stoddart worshipped at the Mountain View New Testament Church of God where he was the Musical Director. Wayne formed the Gospel group Dynamis from the local members of the church and produced the album 'Fulfillment' as a church project. In March 1996 the group was nominated Best Performing Gospel Band at the Jamaica Music Awards (JAMI) for the 'Fulfillment' Project. Wayne has shared stage with artist such and Shirley Caesar, Rev F. C. Barnes and Sis. Judy Mowatt (former member of Bob Marley s I-Three) to name a few. Wayne Stoddart s album COMMITTED was nominated Best New Reggae Gospel album for the New York Caribbean Gospel Awards (NYCGA) 2002. In 2003 Stoddart won the award for the most Distinguish Male Vocal and was recognized by the Merlin Gospel Awards. Stoddart has recently migrated to Florida. He now worships at the Hands of Life Worship Center where he is the Music and Youth Director. Wayne continues to feed the children with bread of life as he assists with Bible Study Teaching with his church family. Wayne continues to expand in his ministry healing the wounded, comforting the brokenhearted, setting the captive free and tearing down the strongholds of the enemy through the power of the Most High God.

CD Details

All Artists: Wayne Stoddart
Title: Committed
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Undiluted Muzik
Original Release Date: 7/25/2001
Re-Release Date: 8/1/2001
Genres: International Music, Pop
Style: Reggae
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 691050000128

Synopsis

Product Description

Wayne was born in Kingston, Jamaica and migrated to the rural Jamaica to live with his father in Trelawny where he attended William Knibb Memorial High School. Upon completion of high school in 1990 he returned to Kingston to complete college at Excelsior College. The Gospel Artist lived in the deep inner-city community of Eastern Kingston (Mountain View) and existed amidst the harsh culture of the Kingston ghetto. Stoddart was able to sustain his identity as a Son of the Most High God. The experiences of his environment has lead to lyrics of comfort, encouragement and solution for an exit from the hands of the enemy of humanity - the devil - for the oppressed and depressed seeking a way out or rather up. The title track COMMITTED on Stoddart s second album is a prime example of the root of Wayne Stoddart's message. Wayne grew up in the church and growing up in the country (Kinloss, Trelawny) there wasn't that much activity and entertainment besides what was found at the church. His interest in music, grew from the fact that his father had a wide collection of music from Gospel to R&B and Reggae; also there was always music in the church. The first public recognition Stoddart received was at a concert at Clarks Town Primary School. "I was in grade 4 at the time and I just started singing a pop song and doing all the dance moves. The class went wild." As a result of that primary school experience, Wayne and his brother Steve started singing together as the Stoddart Brothers. Everywhere Wayne went music followed and 'vice versa'. Wayne was a local High School singing star at William Knibb High School and when he went to college he formed the all male quartet Dunamis and the results were the same (the Class of 94' Excelsior College). Stoddart worshipped at the Mountain View New Testament Church of God where he was the Musical Director. Wayne formed the Gospel group Dynamis from the local members of the church and produced the album 'Fulfillment' as a church project. In March 1996 the group was nominated Best Performing Gospel Band at the Jamaica Music Awards (JAMI) for the 'Fulfillment' Project. Wayne has shared stage with artist such and Shirley Caesar, Rev F. C. Barnes and Sis. Judy Mowatt (former member of Bob Marley s I-Three) to name a few. Wayne Stoddart s album COMMITTED was nominated Best New Reggae Gospel album for the New York Caribbean Gospel Awards (NYCGA) 2002. In 2003 Stoddart won the award for the most Distinguish Male Vocal and was recognized by the Merlin Gospel Awards. Stoddart has recently migrated to Florida. He now worships at the Hands of Life Worship Center where he is the Music and Youth Director. Wayne continues to feed the children with bread of life as he assists with Bible Study Teaching with his church family. Wayne continues to expand in his ministry healing the wounded, comforting the brokenhearted, setting the captive free and tearing down the strongholds of the enemy through the power of the Most High God.

CD Reviews

Radical Gospel

02/02/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Jamaican Gospel Music has taken a new twist for the New Millenium. Wayne Stoddart's Committed CD has set the pace for this radical change in gospel music.The message behind the music is biblical and powerful. It ministers and at the same time can have you dancing and singing.The album gives a dominant roots reggae feel but yet it touches a variety of musical styles a little SKA(Thank you for the Valley), a little Dance Hall (final Day), a little Hip-Hop (Spending time With God Feat. Chevel Franklin), traditional gospel (Pilot of my Life) and even a taste of Country and Western (Homesick). The album is an excellent Caribbean gospel production and I would definitely recommend the purchase of this CD"

Big Up and Nuff Respect!!

Blaminack | SOUL DECISION CHRISTIAN REGGAE MASSIVE!! | 02/04/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I also love this CD by Wayne Stoddart!! Commited is an absolute hit! I have close to 60 Christian Reggae CDs and lots of Secular Reggae Material, and Committed is one of my Favorites! The input from the other artists like Sly Dunbar was nice and added greatly to the project but I must say that Wayne's singing and sparks of DJ chanting are completly awesome! You must listen to this CD on a quality Sound System to really apprieciate the Wall shaking bass! When you listen to this CD around your friends they will feel that tight Roots vibe first and then the lyrics will speak and they will ask, "hey can I borrow this CD?" Then you must direct them to where they can get it because if you let it out of your hands, you will more than likely not get it BACK!!! This CD is heavy in Bass and the Vibe is so sweet and the lyrics will stun you with their Committment!!!! Wayne is a Committed man, suh mi seh NUFF RESPECT BREDREN!!!!!"

Radical roots reggae gospel!

Peter Mung | Chicago, IL USA | 02/01/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"It's regrettable that you're not able to listen to samples of any of the songs from Wayne Stoddart's "Committed" album here...
There you will find out more about this talented artist and get to hear some of the music from the album. As a Christian reggae
radio deejay, I've had the pleasure of playing a number of Wayne's tracks on the radio and the reaction has been very positive. This album is definitely of a solid reggae foundation with contemporary roots sounds with the title track, "Spirit Of The Lord", "Save Our Souls" and "Bountiful Love". There are also some incredible guest spots including the sweet, soulful voice of Delroy Lalor, featured on "He's Everything To Me" and the anthemic ballad "Pilot Of My Life". One listen to the track and your heart will be touched by the deeply reflective lyrics and melody. Wayne does some great diverse singing throughout, including on "Bountiful Love" where he weaves in the old hymn "The Love Of God" in a unique way, alternating with a sing-jay part and tight production. Stoddart shows his range in singing in everthing from gospel tones to roots "straight from yard". Paul Simon's "Bridge Over Troubled Waters" gets a fresh reworking and serves as a tribute to suffering people around the world, including those most affected by the events of 9/11/01. The song starts out with a very warm, soulful vibe and then a gentle, but assured reggae beat kicks in- beautifully done! "Spirit Of The Lord" is another highlight, which serves as a battle cry in good over evil with the chorus, "the Spirit of the Lord is upon me/I'm lifted up above my enemies/The Spirit of the Lord is upon me/Whom shall I fear!" The confident female backing vocals lift Stoddart's voice to an even higher heights in this tune which can rival any roots reggae release out there today. There is a great guest spot by Cassandra McDonald whose sweet gospel vocals embrace the brisk ska rhythm of "Thank You For The Valley". The reknowned and multi-talented Chevelle Franklyn lends impressive vocals to the hip-hop inflected "Spending Time With God". The project also features contributions from such legendary names as drummer Sly Dunbar and saxaphonist Dean Fraser as well as highly regarded individuals like Dalton and Danny Brownie.
In summary, Wayne Stoddart's "Committed" is one of the freshest, most conscious, top-notch reggae releases to come out in 2001/2002. The power is in the lyrics which are equally testimonial/observational and right from the Holy Bible. It's no wonder that it is currently at #38 in the Reggae Vibes international charts. Pick up your copy today!!"