Our Story
Skotch Bonnett Band was born when its lead singer collaborated with Ray C. Gordon, Manager & keyboardist. You will be moved from the very onset of the lead singer’s silky voicing spiced up with the seasoned skills of the musicians, then adding a classic mix of a three-part harmony, dubbed as “Sweetness”, similar to the likes of Bob Marley and the Wailers’ “I-Threes” and Beres Hammond’s “Harmony-House Singers”. The band’s name reflects the members’ authentic Caribbean roots and their commitment to deliver the HOTTEST RIDDIMs, mixed with a flavorful blend of Reggae, R&B, Top 40, Soca and Rock & Roll, all intertwined with their common spiritual influence. The members of Skotch Bonnett reside in South Florida and currently perform at Private and Corporate events, Weddings as well as, other various Venues in the South Florida area. The versatility and musical skills of the group affords them a unique ability to improvise at the drop of a beat! The musicians and vocals, together or separately, are able to back any artist whether live or studio.
MEET THE BAND
RAY “RCG” – Manager & Keys / Guitar
Ray C Gordon, “RCG” was born into a musical and spiritual family. His mother who was a choir member and director in Jamaica and Connecticut for many years and now a Minister, encouraged his musical abilities. Ray received most of his early music experiences through watching church musicians and later received formal training. He received his first guitar at the age of 9 and with some informal lessons from Noel Willis, Founder and Manager of The Grace Thrillers, he was playing rhythm guitar for the group under the great lead guitarist, Lennox Gordon. Since then, Ray has learned several other instruments, the keyboard being his “go to” instrument. Over the years Ray has been the Music Director for several churches from Connecticut to South Florida. He has managed several choirs, ensembles, groups and individual artists. Ray’s passion is to work with talented artists, developing their craft and building their confidence. He is a mentor to many.
PORSHA E’ – Vocalist
Porsha Estime’s voice is known as weaving a spell so seductive and hypnotic that the listener lost track of time and space as they became absorbed in the moment. She is a singer songwriter & producer who started singing in church at the ripe age of five. She then joined a Caribbean band which she recorded and performed with. Later on moving to Miami she began her solo career singing for private events and functions. She had the privilege of sing for a Miami Dolphins event. This dynamic talented soul sings everything from classical, jazz, reggae, Konpa, r&b and hip hop. Her musical influence range from Take-6 to India Arie but her heart was stolen by Mr Bob himself. Bob Marley represents what Porsha É is all about. Music for love ,music for healing Music for upliftment. “One Love”
DAMARIS – Vocalist
Damaris Montijo started singing early 1990’s with a group “Fade 2 Black” at the age of 14, they had a video “One Love” that played on BET TV, managed by Producer Will Baskins. Damaris coming from a musical heritage, her mother, Cuban born, was a professional singer, so she is well versed on leading and voice arrangements. She’s worked with Jamaican artists Buju Banton & Hezron Clark, also a miami based group named “Elastic Band” doing a compilation of Christmas Carol “All is bright”, she was also the featured vocal in Jahcure’s “Jamaica sunshine.”
MISSIS – Vocalist / Instrumentalist
It all started for Kadian McFarlane from birth but professionally since 2004. Born and raised on the beautiful island of Jamaica; from a Christian background, labouring her love for music in school and church and in various places, capturing the hearts of many with her soulful music…a singer, song writer,musician was born! Make known to and make room for your own Missis. “Dreams are like stars. You may never touch them, but if you follow them, they will lead you to your destiny.” These are words from a young, talented, self-driven woman who aspires for greatness and who has been through some of life’s worst experiences. With all the different circumstances she has persevered and has now reached the point where she has stopped merely surviving and has now begun to live her life through her God-given gift…music!
AKIL “Kil” – Drum “n” Bass
Akil Karam ails from Kingston Jamaica, he was introduce to music by his school teacher who talked him into joining the steel band and the rest, as they say, the rest is history. Akil is currently associated with studio productions, playing with in a few local and international touring bands, and now has found a unique position with the Skotch Bonnett band acting as its M.D. (Music Director)
JERMAINE “Biggy” – Keyboardist
Jermaine Francis started playing the guitar but later discovered the Keyboard at age 14; by age 17 he was playing professional music. Even though he has knowledge for every music instrument and able to play the bass guitar well, he has mastered Keyboard playing; displaying his musical and personal characteristics of maturity, professionalism and control. He has played for many established artistes such as Sista Pat, Stitchie, Ancient Priest, Sis. Scully, George Banton, King Arthur and played at many notable shows. Additionally, he says it’s impossible to give up music and hopes to one day music teacher.… “I don’t know what I would do if I ever had to give up music, I believe I would go mad, I just can’t do without music”.
DANE HUTTON “Spice” – PERCUSSION
