{"id":3451,"date":"2023-07-01T22:17:26","date_gmt":"2023-07-01T22:17:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asaniali.com\/music\/?page_id=3451"},"modified":"2023-07-02T03:09:53","modified_gmt":"2023-07-02T03:09:53","slug":"anthony-cruz","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/asaniali.com\/music\/anthony-cruz\/","title":{"rendered":"Anthony Cruz"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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ANTHONY CRUZ is a singer, songwriter, producer, and the nephew of reggae singer \u201cGARNET SILK\u201d and his soulful voice and classy attire have many people referring to him as one of the most charismatic entertainers. There\u2019s no mistaking the mesmerizing effect he has on the ladies.<\/p>

After a decade of holding his own in the music business, this talented singer is cruising his way to becoming one of Jamaica\u2019s greatest singers.<\/p>

He was nominated for Best Male Reggae Artist in the British Reggae Industry Awards (B.R.I.A) 2012 and his “CRUZ CONTROL” album for REGGAEVILLE.com album of the year in Europe!<\/p>

He is also the recipient of the 2006 Reggaesoca Music Award for Best Reggae Combination \u201cToo Bloody\u201d featuring Grammy Winner Buju Banton in Florida.<\/p>

Born ROWAN SMITH on December 17th, Anthony Cruz grew up in Mandeville, Manchester.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Hailing from a talented musical family, with uncle Garnett Silk, Cousin Aaron Silk and parents who were excellent singers \u2013 Cruz was convinced from a young age that he was destined to be a great singer. After graduating from Holmwood Technical High School, he migrated to the United States, spending a few years in New York before moving to Miami.<\/p>

In 1993, while residing in Miami, fate would lead him to meet producer Willie Lindo who was impressed with a demo tape he heard of the artiste.<\/p>

Lindo decided to take him under his wings, working with the young singer to hone his rich vocals. Under his management, Cruz\u2019s career blossomed, and the singer learned the ropes of the entertainment business.<\/p>

Convinced the world was ready for him, Lindo released Cruz\u2019s debut single, \u2018Tell Me What\u2019s Up\u2019 (an original). It wasn\u2019t long before Cruz became a hit in Miami with the number one tune, \u2018Just Call My Name\u2019. The single made him a household name, and as it made its way to the airwaves and charts in New York, England and other places, Cruz\u2019s popularity increased.<\/p>

He consequently released his debut album titled \u2018Where There Is Love\u2019 produced by Willie Lindo. The album featured the title track, \u2018When You Get Lonely\u2019 and \u2018Love Will Never Die\u2019.<\/p>

In 1999, Cruz decided to return to Jamaica to claim his piece of the pie in the land of his birth and the home of Reggae music. The first song he recorded was titled \u2018Maria Maria\u2019 (a cover of the Santana\/Product G&B big hit) on the Chemist label.<\/p>

The lovers\u2019 rock singer went on to record for other producers, releasing tunes like the popular \u2018Dem Boy Deh Nuh Really Know We\u2019 for CJ Records, \u2018You Remind Me\u2019 for John John, “Closer I Get to You”, \u2018Single Once Again\u2019, \u2018In The Club\u2019 (a combination with Louie Culture), \u2018Crazy Over You\u2019, \u2018Love Has Taken Over Me\u2019, \u2018Turn It Up\u2019, \u2018I Pray\u2019, \u2018A Man\u2019s Weakness\u2019 and his big hit \u2018You Got It Bad\u2019 for Mixing Finger.<\/p>

Continuing on the path to take his career to the ultimate level, Anthony Cruz signed a management, booking and recording contract with 5th Element Records in the summer of 2000.<\/p>

His sophomore album \u201cMama Blessing\u201d and title track was released in December 2005. After five successful years with label mates Richie Spice & Chuck Fender, he departed in September 2005 and launched his independent recording label, Shanshan Music with popular singles such as \u201cNever Too Much\u201d featuring BEENIE MAN, \u201cBurn Dem\u201d featuring CAPLETON, \u201cI Won\u2019t Wait\u201d by LUCIANO and “Anthony Cruz & Friends – Formula Riddim” compilation cd featuring Luciano, Capleton, Richie Spice, Teflon, Spanner Banner, Mitch, Mr Perfect, Mitch & Symfoni.<\/p>

His 3rd album \u201cFight With All Your Might\u201d was released on Penthouse\/VP Records in April 2008 and he established “CRUZ-I Publishing” with performance rights society ASCAP. Determined to break into the film industry, he signed a deal with “CleverSoul Publishing – www.cleversoulpublishing.com”; a US based company & member of ASCAP, BMI and the Harry Fox Agency with a primary focus on collecting performance, mechanical and digital royalties from commercial radio, TV, Films, satellite radio, internet radio, cable TV and on demand streaming sites worldwide!<\/p>

The single “Fly Away With Me” from the album was featured in Dr AASA TV Program in Denmark, Finland and Norway according to ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers) in 2010.<\/p>

Cruz released 2 thought provoking songs & videos in 2010 titled \u201cBack Downtown\u201d and \u201cLeaders Of The World.\u201d Former Prime Minister, BRUCE GOLDING endorsed \u201cBack Downtown\u201d during the Tivoli Resolution Project. The song was a tribute to the creativity and the tirelessness of the people who live and work in the Downtown Kingston commercial district and highlight the positives of downtown in the post-Tivoli incursion era.<\/p>

The video was directed by ASHA and has a cameo by the legendary Dean Fraser on saxophone. Anthony Cruz is a firm believer in supporting community development and charities. He teamed up with NFL Players Corey Mays of the (Kansas City Chiefs) & Derrick Williams of the (Detroit Lions), the New Love Foundation, P DIDDY former assistant Fonzworth Bentley and actress Faune Chambers to help promote literacy in BELIZE 2011. They raised funds for a library and computer lab to help keep fifty children in ST MARYS school.<\/p>

Over the years Cruz showcased his unique style and soulful voice on prominent events such as Sting, Irie Jamboree, GT Taylor Extravaganza, Rebel Salute, Reggae Sunsplash, Rottom Reggae Splash, Summerjam, Capleton \u201cSt Mary Me Come From\u201d, Stone Love\u2019s annual anniversary dance, not to mention several school fetes where the girls swarm him like bees to honey as he charms his way into their hearts.<\/p>

As a versatile artist, Cruz always explores themes of love, culture and reality lyrics with songs like: \u2018People Ballin\u2019 on the truths & Rights riddim for Bobby Konders (Massive B Label), Dem Block Di Road, Mama\u2019s Blessings, Turn It Up, Half Way Tree, No Gun a Dance, Woman I Love, Woman 24-7, Lose Dem Head, Respect, You\u2019ll Think Of Me and Only The Father on John Johns\u2019 remake of Bob Marley Coming in from the cold riddim.<\/p>

Anthony Cruz is now focusing on expanding his Shan Shan imprint, touring, increasing his music catalog and fanbase! His 4th studio album \u201cCRUZ CONTROL\u201d was released on his own Shan Shan Music label last year and is available at Amazon and ITUNES! His latest singles “Mother & Daughter” and “Don’t Test We” are doing well.<\/p>

Considering that he is so engrossed in music that he sings morning, noon, and night\u2026even in his sleep\u2026the world can expect great things from this talented singer and songwriter.<\/p>

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