About Dan Giovanni
Short Biography: Versatility, creativity, modern vocal sound fused with old school style, Royell Walker known as Dan Giovanni (borne in Jamaica, December 29,1990) is one of reggae’s newest recording artist. A love and passion for music, he is also a studio engineer, producer. Resident of the sunshine city Portmore, Royell has always had great desires to become a professional musician. He displayed these attributes from early days in High School. Dan has gone through a musical transition from being a rapper, dancehall artist and now a positive cultural messenger which led to his new love of Old School and the new generation of Rastafarian revolutionary music.
The Interview
Gav Pauze: When did you first start singing?
Dan Giovanni: I first started singing at 10 years on the Rollington Town Sda Church. That is where i learnt the fundamentals of singing.
Gav Pauze: Did your family encourage you?
Dan Giovanni: Yes indeed. My family always encourage and support me throughout life. Not only music but life in general.
Gav Pauze: Who else in your family sings?
Dan Giovanni: My mother, aunt, cousins, grandfather and father. You see music is a hereditary thing in my family.
Gav Pauze: Who are your musical inspirations?
Dan Giovanni: Burning Spear, Culture, Bob Marley & The Wailers, Peter Tosh, Dennis Brown, The Congos, there’s so many to mention. Respect due to all the foundation seen.
Gav Pauze: What kind of music do you listen to today?
Dan Giovanni: I listened to the songs of nature composed by the melodious vibrations of the birds of the morning in concert with the fruitful trees, while mixed and mastered by the winds of the holy mountains. This Album is called Jah Live!!!
Gav Pauze: Do you release music on vinyl?
Dan Giovanni: Not as yet but will be releasing music on vinyl in due timing. Vinyl is the root of the music and what is a tree without it’s roots? So it is a must be going to the vinyl soon.
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