I Righteous is a lyricist, singer and songwriter who is exploding on the reggae music scene with an unforgettable enchanting voice, flow and lyrical finesse. ___________________________________________________________ Hailed as the "Righteous Ambassador", he was recently awarded the JHMA 2008 “Rising Star” Award. His music message is diverse in range as it is in the reality of the human experience. It ranges from an indictment of societal ills and misdeeds in neglecting the plight of our poor and downtrodden; senseless ghetto wars and deaths of our vital youths; to positive messages in the upliftment of women; and embracing Rastafari love and truth in livety. ___________________________________________________________ Born Michael Bogle in Kingston, Jamaica on December 15, 1976, I Righteous is no newcomer to reggae music. He is the first grandson of the "Father of Reggae Music", the Legendary Joe Higgs. Joe Higgs helped to create reggae music and masterfully taught this music to some of Jamaica's most profound veteran artists including the "King of Reggae", Bob Marley & The Wailers, Jimmy Cliff, and Peter Tosh. ___________________________________________________________ Music is not only in his heritage, but reggae has embodied I Righteous’ existence for some time. Throughout his life, I Righteous has been honing his musical skills, dedicating an endless amount of time to developing his unique style, melodious voice and lyrical genius. The result is a powerhouse voice, evoking control, versatility, and masterful delivery. ___________________________________________________________ I Righteous embarked on his formal musical journey at 13 years old when he joined the school youth choir. Since age 14, I Righteous and his brother, reggae artist Bum Roots have been founders of music groups, notably Nyabingi-ites and Statement. ___________________________________________________________ I Righteous was attending university and studying Engineering, but music was still calling his name. Half way through university, Righteous and his brother, Bum Roots formed a vocal militia called Nyabingi-ites. He has opened for artists such as: Capleton "King Shango", Sizzla, Turbulence, Cee-Lo from Goodie Mob, G-Unit, Juvenile, Slim Thug and Young Bloodz. ___________________________________________________________ I Righteous performed at Fully Loaded 2007, where Hype TV made positive comments on a song he performed on stage and asked he repeat his performance back stage. ___________________________________________________________ Currently, I Righteous is working on his album with G.I.T. Entertainment, Inc. and Fams House Studio. January 2008 brought the anticipated release of his powerful new single, “Love Letter”. I Righteous' child-focus lyrics in his new song, "Rate Di Youths" has propelled it to become the theme song for the Caribbean Education Foundation. I Righteous is primed to take reggae music to another level.