Masterful Minds have come up with innovative concepts that are having an impact on generations past, present and future. Those of African descent have masterfully changed the tone of music for decades. From native tribal music, to spirituals, to blues to R&B. All of these musical elements have produced some of the greatest talents the world has seen. It is rare that you find a talent that embodies the evolution of music and speaks to the multitudes of generations both past and present. Della Grant is one of those innovators; her masterful mix of reggae, soul and gospel music has marked her territory in the world of music.
A gifted singer from a family of talented musicians, she has been singing since the age of six. Continuing a family legacy of gifted musicians, her husband Ralston Grant along with his brother Norman are the famed "Twinkle Brothers". Her acceptance in the reggae community has been not only welcomed but also embraced. Her poise as a singer, her grace as an artist and her talent as a human being can be heard and seen through her music.
A seasoned veteran in the reggae community, she has released nine albums to date, with her tenth poised for release soon. Her original song "Black Rose" garnered a spot on the Jamaican charts for weeks; her "Dawta of the Dust" has done the same in Europe. These hits have enjoyed critical acclaim in the United States, Canada, Africa, Jamaica and Europe. She has gained both national and international recognition for her music while touring with the "Twinkle Brothers". In fact, you could say Europe is having a love affair with her.
Della has performed at such events as Reggae Sunsplash and White River Reggae Bash in Jamaica; headlined the 10th Annual Reggae Sunsplash in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Vancouver (B.C.) Island Reggaefest, Reggae on the River, and numerous Bob Marley Day celebrations. Della is well respected in the reggae community, having performed with many of the world's most renowned artist such as Bunny Wailer, Burning Spear, James Brown, Israel Vibrations, Luciano, Morgan Heritage, Aswad, Gregory Isaacs, Frankie Paul, Steel Pulse, Andrew Tosh, Maxi Priest, Buju Banton, Judy Mowatt, Rita Marley, Jose Wales, Pato Banton, Inner Circle, Sister Carol, Chante Moore and the list goes on.
Describing Della in one word would be "Anakeke" which means in Swahili, "To see her is to know her, and to know her is to love her". Della is a talent to be acknowledged, appreciated and admired.
Hey Mamas, just popping in to say hello, and to ask if you have ever been to/played at Sweet Fingers in San Leandro, and if it was a cool scene. I hope you and the fam are all doing well. I am dying to come see y'all play. I haven't been out for a bit!! Love teresa
Della Grant! Sincerely hope you are enjoying your summer! Please drop by my page and check out the new songs, read some blogs (Melba Liston, Santa Davis, Victor Provost, Inner Visions, Onaje Murray…) and refresh your busy self! Give thanks! Always, Oboelady Anna Fisher
