Meet the Band!
JaSkaMon, whose name is derived from "Jamaica-music-people" and "spirit-music-humanity" is a Northwest US band led by singer-songwriter-guitarist Barry Klusman. The group's attributes are a catalog of catchy original tunes mixed with popular covers, rhythmically charged for dancing, employing tight harmony singing and infectious guitar and keyboard lines. They are known for their unique combinations of blending American pop with Caribbean beats.
JaSkaMon has produced seven albums since their inception in March, 2013: "Sword and Plow", "All The People", "432", "Spirit, Music, Humanity", "Good Feeling", "Could-a, Should-a, Would-a", "The Best Of", and now “2000 Years Later”. Ska, reggae, and soul calypso (soca-reggaeton) beats dominate in lively songs about our relationships to each other as well as to the planet.
In 2020 the group released their seventh album, "The Best Of", which features a selection of some of the most popular recordings from previous albums in chronological order.
2022 sees the release of a new set of 12 tunes from the studio, the record “2,000 Years Later”, including “Set The People Free”, “Chances Are”, “Johnnie Gunman”, “No More Time”, and “Tan Caliente”. Seven recordings are refined remakes from past albums, do-overs of favorite hits.
JaSkaMon has many music videos to watch and enjoy. "Take Me Home" (2014) is a tribute to founding member and drummer Marv Bauer who passed away that year. "Save Your Land" (2017) is an environmental wake up call for humanity, and both videos feature the modern dance skills of Chenise Crockett. "Drinking Buddy", "Much Too Much", “Holiday”, and "All Along The Watchtower" are tunes from the "Could-a.." album, and still others are in the making at this writing.
JaSkaMon continues to explore new approaches to the reggae genre, to hone their tight, live performances, and prepare recordings for a new album.
THE BAND:
Barry Klusman, songwriter, vocalist and southpaw guitarist is the last original member from 2013 inception. He is presently the executive producer of the project.
