ALBUM CREDITS
Simon has unashamedly shared his journey of addiction, treatment and recovery. He credits Verdun House, the support from family and friends and the recovery community for his sobriety years – one day at a time that he has achieved so far.
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It is this journey that motivated him to use his creative talents to produce this masterpiece. Simon hopes that by sharing his story that it gives others the courage to seek the help that is available and to be productive members of our society. Simon assembled an impressive line up of global musicians and producers to create “Just for Today”
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Funding behind the project was made possible by the National Cultural Foundation of Barbados and the Peter and Jan Boos Family Foundation with support from Verdun House and Marina House.
a dynamic lineup of global musicians and producers.
Simon Pipe
SIMON PIPE
FEATURING
a dynamic lineup of global musicians and producers.
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Rhesa Garnes
Rhesa Garnes has a voice that speaks to the soul. Whether she sings reggae, jazz, or rnb be prepared to be moved. Rhesa’s own lyrics very often, if not always, will be inspiring , empowering and uplifting.
(Rhesa sang on Addict's Hymn)
Marius Charlemagne
Starting his musical journey at the late age of 18 has not stopped this multi- genre Electric/Upright Bass player from graduating with Academic Merit at the Barbados Community College Music Program and attending The Collective School of Music in Manhattan, New York.
In 2017, Marius was awarded the International Ambassador Scholarship and studied his Master’s degree in Music Industry Management and Artist Development at the University of West London.
He has toured internationally in Dubai, New York, Ireland, Atlanta, Jamaica, The British Virgin Islands and Guyana.
He taught at the Barbados Community College Music Program, where he created the first module in rock studies at the school.
(Marius played bass on Music Is The Medicine and Guardian Angel)
Indra
Indra is an ethereal and indigenous alchemist, singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, traveller and gardener living in the hills of Ichirouganaim Barbados. Guardian of Island Moon Studio, Hai’roun Secret Publishing House & Creation Living Magazine.
Her artistry raises the vibration of love, joy, justice and balance.
(Indra sang backing vocals on all of the songs on the album, as well as leads on Music Is My Medicine, Ruin Me, Serenity Courage Wisdom and Listen)
Pete Barringer
I have produced and written for many artists, selling over 80 million records.
As part of DWB Music we organise Songwriting camps all over the World, where I met the incredible artist Simon Pipe.
It was a honour to play piano, keys and strings on the album.
(Pete played piano, keys and strings on Fell To Pieces, Serenity Courage Wisdom, and Listen)
Krisirie
Krisirie is a singer whose artistry gracefully embraces R&B, Hip Hop, Reggae and Jazz, the music which heavily influenced her while growing up in Barbados.
(Krisirie sang on Listen)
Juanz
Juanita Clarke affectionately known as Juanz, is an energetic and versatile Barbadian session drummer and percussionist, who exhibited an exceptional love and passion for rhythm and drums from a young age. Along with being one of the few female drummers on the island, this well-versed musician moves easily between genres, and her ability has allowed her the pleasure of performing with international artists and bands across Barbados. Outside of performing, Juanz strongly believes in sharing knowledge and creating memorable experiences and thus, teaches private lessons, provides music therapy for adults and children with special needs and integrates music and literacy concepts to help students who struggle with reading.
(Juanz played drums on Music Is My Medicine, Just For Today, Fell To Pieces, Addict's Hymn and Serenity Courage Wisdom)
Casheda
Casheda connects with music way beyond her years and prefers to mellow out on a lovely ballad, however with the limitless nature of music she is not opposed to exploring new possibilities.
She has worked alongside many of the Barbados greats including Arturo Tappin, Nicholas Brancker, 2mile Hill and Simon Pipe.
Ultimately, Casheda is wholly invested in cultivating a feel good experience that transcends space and time.
(Casheda sang on the song Just For Today)
Tanya Stephens
Tanya Stephens is a Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist best known for her hit songs "It's A Pity" "These Streets" And "Yuh Nuh Ready Fuh Dis Yet".
Simon has written and produced a handful of songs for her, including "Blame It On Rock N Roll" which features on her latest album "Some Kinda Madness".
Simon and Tanya have also toured together, doing shows in the Caribbean as well as live performances on Irie FM TV and Radio in Jamaica.
(Tanya sings on "Music Is My Medicine")
Kelly Shane
Kelly is the daughter of Tanya Stephens, and is also a dynamic songwriter, artist and performer in her own right.
Simon and Kelly have toured together with Tanya.
(Kelly wrote Tanya's part on "Music Is My Medicine")
Rex
Rex is a Barbadian multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, and producer who spent his formative years hanging around the music studio of international superstar Eddy Grant. Former Drummer/ Co vcalist of UK #1 charting band Cover Drive, Rex, now based in LA, continues to make and release music as a solo artist.
(Rex played drums on "Ruin Me" and "Guardian Angel")
Hardware
Social Media Influencer, International DJ, Award Winning Producer, Artist, Musician, Comedian, VoiceOver Artist... What doesn't Hardware Muzyk do? The Tiktok Star is now concentrating mainly on his livestreaming career and getting back into the international DJ scene.
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(Hardware played keys on Music Is The Medicine, Just For Today, Fell To Pieces and Addict's Hymn)
