About Mark Bennett, aka “Tony Anthony”, born in St Catherine, Jamaica.
Tony Anthony is an award-winning vocalist known for his lovers’ rock, message-laced reggae music. He has recorded numerous singles and three albums to date. He is known for songs like ‘Friend Zone’, ‘Blessed Love’, ‘Today I’m Gonna Try and Change the World’ and ‘There Goes My Baby’. In 2010, Phylani Music released Tony Anthony’s first solo album “Million Chance”. The album and 3 singles from the album, topped several reggae charts worldwide. The following year “Million Chance” was nominated and won several awards in Jamaica and Canada.
In 2014, Phylani Music produced Tony Anthony’s sophomore album “Live To The Fullest”. The label financed an eight weeks promotional tour of Europe to much acclaim. Phylani Music is a Music Production, Artist Management, Live show Promotion, Publishing and Record Label; established in 2007 by Mark Bennett. The main purpose of the company is to record, promote, manage and launch various artists, songwriters and musicians; with the intent to establish their names and works in the music industry.
The St Catherine-born Anthony has covered a number of hit pop songs over the years including ‘Wake up Everybody’ by Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes and ‘There Goes My Baby’ by Charlie Wilson. There has never been a problem doing a reggae interpretation. “I don’t find transitioning a pop song to reggae to be difficult at all. Among other things, I believe my years of singing soul and R&B songs on reggae rhythms on sound systems back in my dancehall days in Jamaica, prepared and has helped me tremendously in covering these types of songs on reggae rhythms,” he said.
Tony Anthony’s journey continues to transcend borders as he spreads the infectious rhythm of reggae to new audiences. His passion for music and unwavering dedication to his craft shine through in every performance, making him a true ambassador of the genre.
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