Michael Arkk

Whether purchasing or downloading a Michael Arkk song you will soon discover the joys of listening to a highly talented individual with a beautifully mellow singing voice and inspired lyrics. Such music is a genuine product derived from the colourful, challenging and interesting lifestyle of a man who has walked many paths and stayed true to himself.



Born ‘Michael Wright’ in the little village of ‘Reachies’, Clarendon, Jamaica during the late fifties, son of a Pentecostal preacher, Michael spent an unsettled yet enjoyable childhood residing in different areas of Jamaica. His ‘roving’ lifestyle was exciting, however lack of social structure challenged his education and friendships. This in turn has heightened his sensitivity, empowering his lyrics.

Michael feels that his musical story originated in Manchester, Jamaica,( aged 18) where he happened to be singing and playing the piano that was in the House they had recently moved into. When he glanced up Michael realised to his surprise that a crowd had gathered outside the window!

The rich Pentecostal environment proved a spiritual and musical inspiration. Naturally Michael commenced as a Gospel singer, launching his musical career in 1983 ,touring Jamaica with his first band ‘The Mystic Circle’, who started out singing the American R&B and Country & Western style gospel. This was said to be the first family Boys band in Jamaica to have gained such excellent National recognition. With time, Michael’s love of ‘Jamma’ songs and admiration for Bob Marley, Toots and the Maytalls and others was so powerful that the groups musical direction focussed on ‘Gospel Reggae’. The group have worked with many of the top Jamaican gospel artists (Sonic Salvation, Grace Thrillers, Melodius Explorers, Sin Fighters, Attributes of Grace, to name a few.!!)and American artists such as ‘The Clark Sister’s’ and ‘Richard Smallwood’

‘The Mystic Circle’ were invited to England in 1987 and were generally very well received however their ‘Gospel Reggae’ style was occasionally perceived as controversial! They were the first official Reggae gospel band to leave Jamaica. The group then reformed as ‘The Channels of Praise,’ consisting of 4 Inspirational singers who well received across the UK. The band recorded the following albums:

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When the band members parted company professionally Michael took the decision to become a solo artist and has adapted his style to his own specific taste based on a wider selection of influential artists including Elvis Presley, Sam Cooke and Gladys Knight. Michael has continued to perform both in Jamaica and the UK, appearing at venues such as ‘The Red Gate Gallery’ and the highly acclaimed ‘Hootenanys’ The Wales Millennium Centre. delighting the audience with his unique presentation of both music and poetry.

Michael has branched away from Gospel Music and focuses on quality secular songs that pertain to love and life. His music is constantly evolving and he has released two solo album to date.

‘Easier Said’ (Produced By Tony White of Whitelight Music and Michael Arkk in 2005!!), featuring the track ‘Apologize’ Easier Said is a Reggae Album that tells of some of Michael’s Experiencies that life has enabled him to pass through. The Album ‘’Way Out’’ was Produced in 2003 but has not been made available as yet. Its a Special Album with a very definitive Gospel Feel to it. It will be made available in the Spring of 2012, ‘‘Never Give Up’ This EP. IS Prepared for the Dance Halls and Club Scene Globally.and is available from Summer 2010. The Title Track ‘’ Never Give Up’’ is a Suggestion to all not to Give Up on Life. One more step forward and the Bright light could begin to light Your path. Producers, Mozez, Delroy Pinnock, Junior Prro, Michael Arkk. Tony White, Tom Quick.>.