 Countryman Rasta DJ
Gordoner is the real deal. His reggae with its Rasta-inspired roots puts
forth righteous lyrics of political protest, social uplift and spiritual
liberation. His musical mission is not just a job, but a spiritual mission
of which there is no competition,
but to make a stand, make a difference,
to cease the oppression of all nation,
segregation,
discrimination, separation
and to bring i-nity
to all community.
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DJ
Gordon Nominated for Channel 7 Hero Award..... Although
not selected, DJ Gordon, entertaining singer of DJ Gordon and
the Disciples, was nominated as a Channel 7 Everyday Hero for
his work and dedication to the community. "Undoubtedly
improving the lives of many people in our community....the
leadership exhibited by DJ is certainly deserving of the
reward" was comments by the voting committee. |
Delroy Jonathan Gordon was born in Westmoreland, Jamaica in 1957 to a
family of 10 children. As farmers, they raised crops and livestock for a
living. Like almost everyone else in the community, his parents struggled
to keep their children clothed and fed. At one point, his father was
forced to migrate to Florida to work as a cane cutter while his mother
Miss Mavis kept the family going back in Jamaica. From an early age, DJ
was up before dawn every day working on the farm then bathing in the river
before he went school, when he was able to attend. He was a dedicated
student and recognized the value of an education and hard work in
realizing his dreams. At the time DJ sighted Rastafari, Rastas were openly
persecuted by the police and he was forced to flee to the bush for 3 years
after the police told his mother she’d have to tie a rope several times
around her waist to keep herself from falling apart when she saw DJ’s body
because the police dem would mek it leaky like a sieve with bullet holes.
During those 3 years, DJ would emerge from the bush on galloping horseback
at night on a regular basis and fling down foodstuff he had grown for the
community. One time he awoke in the middle of the night surrounded by
flames from his burning hut! Jah bless, he escaped. Now coming out of Boulder, Colorado, the music of DJ Gordoner and the Jah
Disciples brings the reggae vibes to life! With DJ Gordon on lead vocals,
one can’t help to get up and dance to the music. Lively up yourself and
check out DJ’s many original tunes featured on his CD’s- including his
latest “Cellular” (on the health hazards of cell phone usage)- as well as
some classics. Yeah mon!
“Feed The Hunger, Educate The Younger”
In 1985, DJ won the Black Entertainment Television network “Black Man of
the Year” contest with a grand prize of a trip to Africa and then to
Detroit. He found inspiration for his music in Africa, where he wrote the
song “Once I Was Lonely.” His intention when he left Jamaica was to find a
way in which he could return with help for his struggling community.
Because DJ has always had a special concern for children, he founded the
Jamaican Education Support Program in 1989. To date, DJ Gordon’s efforts have been focused on three Jamaica schools:
The Rolling River Basic School, a single-room school house in his area,
the Fort William Basic School and the Maroontown Basic School. He has
gathered supplies and equipment for the schools through various
fund-raising events from fashion shows and concerts to Caribbean dance
parties. The goal of the Jamaican Education Support Program is to allow
the children to learn in a positive environment, to increase their
international awareness and self- esteem, and to encourage them to pursue
their interests and abilities.
For more information on the Jamaican Education Support Program, call DJ
at 303-592-3976 or
visit his web
site
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