THE INCOMPARABLE CHAR DAVID
RX: What has been going on with Char David? CD: Musically, I am in the process of wrapping up the production for my soon to be released songs of praise album titled“ Breath Of Life”. I am also preparing for a promotional tour to promote this album.
RX: Tell us about your upcoming show, the Cancer Survivor Fundraiser. CD: The upcoming show features Coco Tea and Louie Culture amongst other exceptional reggae artistes. This fundraising event is to help bring awareness to the community at large. Part proceeds will be donated to cancer society for research into a cure for prostate cancer. I would like to extend a special thanks to brother Coco Tea and Louie Culture for supporting this worthy cause. I would love to see the support from my Canadian based musical family. We all know someone who has been affected directly or indirectly by cancer which is very prevalent in today’ s society. Please come out in honor of loved ones. Iron sharpens iron, and the countenance of one brightens another.
RX: Why is it so important for you to do this fundraiser? CD: This fundraiser is in memory of my family members starting from my great grandfather, grand uncles and my dad. There is a family history. My desire is to help create awareness and eradicate this disease from plaguing families leaving so many innocent victims.
RX: Being a cancer survivor, what advice can you give to people suffering from this disease? CD: The best advice I can give to everyone is to get a yearly physical since early detection can be the difference between life and death. Cancer, if caught in the beginning stage provides a more positive outcome. Eat healthy, daily exercise and a positive attitude is the key to a healthy life. Struggling with prostate cancer for a number of years as been an uphill battle and a fierce setback for me; my faith in the Most High is what keeps me going. I would like to thank everyone that has reached out to me offering prayers and their unwavering support.
RX: Tell us about the making of your new single“ Miracle” with Judy Mowatt. CD: The making of the new single with Judy Mowatt was very emotional. I saw her crying on more than one occasion during the recording session. At one point the producer Geoffrey Forrest had to reschedule the session due to the emotional intensity in the studio. Members of the production team said this song brought them back to the memories of one of Judy Mowatt’ s biggest hit songs entitled“ Black Woman”.
RX: Plans to promote this single
CD: My plans to promote“ Miracle” consist of releasing a documentary video that relates to the story of the song. College and mainstream radio will be targeted as well as social and print media. This song is not just for entertainment. It’ s more of a social commentary where parents and youths can relate.
RX: What was it like working with Judy Mowatt? CD: Working with Judy Mowatt was a very easy and pleasurable experience. Judy is an awesome talented musician and brings a lot to the table. I have been working with Judy for over fifteen years so things always run smoothly between us. As a living legend and an icon of reggae music, I am very honored for the opportunity to be blessed with her support and counseling.
RX: What is going on with Kings of Kings Promotion? CD: The management team is presently working on projects to re-launch the label. The goals and objectives are to take Kings of Kings to a higher level.
RX: You wear a few hats as a recording artiste and a promoter amongst other things, which of these talents will you be focusing on and why? CD: Music and painting will always be my passion. My first love and artistic development was canvas painting which was sold in various art galleries across the island of Jamaica. I don’ t see myself doing as many tours as I use to but I will always be creating music. I also will be focusing on my passion for painting which is an expression of my creativity.
RX: Anything else you would like to add? CD: My mission and goal is to contribute and give back to the youths of today and tomorrow. I want to create a legacy which the future generation can use as a platform to elevate themselves. Music will never die and is the only source that unites and bring people together in peace, love and harmony.
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