Overview
The Reincarnation Orchestra is an Armenian reggae band from Yerevan, initiated by vocalist Roland Gasparyan in 2000.
Over the years the band has gone through several musicians, which influenced the style by experimenting with the essentials of Armenian folk music by reinterpreting melodies from many famous artists such as Sayat-Nova and adding big influences of ska & reggae to the mix.
History
In 2007, the band released their first EP titled «Janfida to Jamaica 60 km», for the first time in history blending ska and reggae beats with Armenian style melodies. The hit single «Jan Rastaman» was released later that year, gaining success in Armenia for its unique style. Reincarnation Orchestra has also been known for their strong and meaningful words in their lyrics, always describing the sheer beauty of their hometown Yerevan, as well as life, corruption, and peace.
From 2006, The Reincarnation orchestra actively started to give out concerts around in Armenia, and in some cases, small gigs in Moscow and all the way to Europe.
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