Anthony Que is a dynamic star on the rise. Singer, songwriter, performer, composer, arranger and producer, he is one of the most engaging entertainers of this generation of Jamaican Reggae artists. His songs are distinguished by extraordinary vocal expression and quality of production and material, leading some listeners to believe he's actually older. The maturity in his voice and songs feed this impression, and a combination of good grooming, relentless perseverance and an incredible ability to sing. In every respect, Anthony Que is a dedicated artist on the rise and poised to play a crucial role in reggae's future development.
Born in Kingston to a family of ten children, Anthony Que spent most of his childhood in Belmont, located in the parish of St Andrew, bordering Kingston Jamaica. He began singing when he was nine years old and first honed his rapport with live audiences by bringing the house down at school concert. By fourteen his friends were calling him Singing Q - itself an abbreviation of Singing Quality, and a sure indication of his ability. , With Beres Hammond, Luciano, Ducky Simpson of Black Uhuru and George Nooks all living nearby. Que never lack for musical inspiration. His initial steps into the music profession were with a gospel group, the Missionary Band. Combining his musical ambitions with relentless determination, he was touring the Kingston Studios, and in 1997, he recorded his debut single, "Early Morning" for Sugar Minott's Youth Promotion. That same year Que travelled to Germany, Poland and England for a European tour alongside Daweh Congo.
On his homecoming to Jamaica he joined his friend, Beres Hammond's Harmony House, recording his second single "Spreading Jah Love" and other songs including "Same Road" a duet with Jah Cure.
Que credited Beres Hammond with helping to develop his vocal technique. Harmony House was very beneficial for Que, then he decided to relocate to London to record his first album, A Brighter Day Is Coming, and various singles for Sir Blackwax, Mike Brooks (Team Label), Tony Neuville (Notorious) , Lloyd Stamper Doctor, Riverbank, Stingray and Russ Disciples. Que is an artist of exceptional talent, his songs are emotionally charged and provide meaning from start to finish. Every track is a potential single and sounds specially designed to highlight his formidable vocal and song writing skills. Every lyric tells a story or sets a scene, no matter whether Que is singing reggae, lover's rock, gospel or roots reality style.
2005, Que recorded a timeless album, Recharge & Reload for Jet Star Phonographics in London, produced by Tony "Ruff Cutt" Phillips. As told in the track Find Jah Love, 'Whatever talent Jah gives you, you've got to show it.' Well Anthony Que has certainly done that, and with Tony Ruff Cutt in the producer's chair, all the ingredients exist for a genuine reggae classic. The Ruff Cutt Band backed Que several times for live performances in the UK.
2006, Que decided to return home to Jamaica to reconnect with his roots. He performed at Sunsplash with Gumption and recorded his third album, Jamaica No Problem. He released 3 videos for 3 singles of that album including the hit titled "Listen to the people" featuring his cousin Gyptian which reached Reggae Top Ten for 8 weeks.
Que performed in 15 European cities, live & sound system and in promotional showcases as an accredited artist at MIDEM in 2007.
Que toured in the South of France during the summer of 2009.
2010, Que's singles, Poor Life and Leggo me Head further revealed his sensitivity for the struggle by illuminating the realities and obstacles of daily life in Jamaica.
Keep the link and visit this page for more updates on Anthony Que as he continues to shine and soar to new heights.
anthonyqueja@hotmail.com
