The sixth album from Christos DC shines bright in the firmament of the American roots Reggae scene, bringing another dose of deep observations. The message that could be described as prophetic, flows on solid instrumentation and impresses with the honest sound and solid bass. It will make your crisis times easier to handle.

~ Miroslaw “Maken” Dzieciolowski
Strefa Dread (The Polish National Radio), Joint Venture Sound System

Crisis 2.0

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The first single by Christos DC from the upcoming album with the same title set to drop on October 15, 2021.

Honest Music presents, Be of Knowledge featuring Nick Sefakis (Iya Terra) and music by The Skankin Monks. 
The second single from the upcoming album Crisis 2.0 by Christos DC.

Be Of Knowledge feat. Nick Sefakis, The Skankin Monks

The Dub version of the critically acclaimed Self Evident Album. The Album contains 9 tracks with collaborations with The Skankin Monks and Tippy I from I Grade Dub.

Better To Be Free

What A Crime Dub

Silence Dub

Self Evident is an expansive, technically brilliant project from Christos DC. His musical family lineage is clear, given the complexity of the compositions and arrangements. But what is so unique about it, is that it all feels effortless. That natural, organic vibe where it almost seems like the songs have just come together from each musician’s intuitiveness, is a rare and precious thing in the 21st century age of tech and streaming. And while it may not break ground in terms of its inventiveness, it makes up for that is pure class. 

 Review by Steve Topple for Pauzeradio.com

05 - Be Of Knowledge

04 - Opinion

03 - Not A Fall

02 - Rights

01 - Crisis 2.0

NEW  album from Christos DC featuring dub mixes I Grade Dub, Tippy I Alfred.

Be Of Knowledge Dub Feat. Nick Sefakis, The Skankin Monks (I Grade Dub Mix)

Opinion Dub (I Grade Dub Mix)

Not A Fall Dub (I Grade Dub Mix)

Rights Dub (I Grade Dub Mix)

Crisis 2.0 Dub (I Grade Dub Mix)

Christos - Run To Another

This is an album that reflects the pre- digital age of reggae music.
It was recorded using slow tempos as a response to the current uptempo climate of the industry.

Pleasure And Pain - Mastered 16 - 44

Lies - Mastered 16 - 44

Headlight - Mastered 16 - 44

Friends - Mastered 16 - 44

First Class Ticket - Mastered 16 - 44 - V2

Righteous Chant - Don Carlos feat. Christos DC

from the album entitled "Long Road" Just Talk To Me Christos DC feat. Kenyatta Hill (Jr. Culture), the son of the late great Joseph Hill of the Jamaican harmony trio Culture.

Just Talk To Me Christos DC feat. Kenyatta Hill (Jr. Culture)

Human Dignity - Christos DC Meets The Skankin Monks   

 
 The official release date is set for February 26, 2016. Pre-Order now at  Itunes. Click Here
Monday, February 8, 2016 - Washington, D.C. - Honest Music is proud to announce the first release of the new year by Christos DC alongside The Skankin Monks. Human Dignity is slated for the official global digital release, distributed  by Zojak Worldwide, February 26, 2016.

 The lyrics for "Human Dignity" were written as a response to many world events that have compromised the dignity of human beings all across the globe. We live in a changing world which has given birth to many struggles and has created a great responsibility for us in acting on behalf of current situations for the benefit of future generations. The lyrics are self-evident and express my personal desire to see less war mentality in the world. The rock-solid music production comes from Amsterdam's finest reggae outfit, The Skankin Monks. I first heard and met them a year ago and was immediately struck by their authentic roots reggae sound with a modern twist. When I started to write to the track, it was as if the lyrics jumped onto the page.

 I decided that for this release, I would add a personal touch and draw the cover myself. I have been a long-time supporter of visual arts and have been recently applying myself to this craft, and felt this was a great way to further express what this song and its message mean to me. The image is entitled "Fragmented Symbology" - it is inspired by the Adinkra symbol Dwennimen which symbolizes humility and strength, as well as the Greek symbol Meandros which symbolizes unity. Every human has inherent worth: this sums up the idea of "Human Dignity."
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Human Dignity - Christos DC Meets The Skankin Monks

Honest Music Label presents

Speak The Fire 
 Christos DC feat. Zafayah & The Skankin Monks
Release Date: April, 07 2017

This is the first single release from the upcoming album by Christos DC featuring Zafayah, one of the best up and coming reggae artists from Bulgaria alongside The Skankin Monks, powerhouse band/ production unit from Amsterdam.  
"Love is the frequency of which the Creator works through one another," Christos conveys. "It's the Fire..."

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Speak The Fire - Christos DC feat. Zafayah The Skankin Monks

The artist/ producer Christos DC (aka Christopher Vrenios) was born and raised in Washington, D.C. by parents who sang opera and taught voice professionally. He takes his name from his Greek heritage, using a nickname given to him by his grandmother to represent the lineage that set the tone of his musical path. 
 Christos’ career began in the early 90s producing hip-hop and R&B tracks with indie artists from DC, but it was his deep appreciation for the sounds coming out of Kingston, and New York Jamaica that led him to record with legendary reggae artists Sly and Robbie as well as the Firehouse Crew. He was later recruited by Don Carlos(of Grammy winners Black Uhuru) and The Itals to tour. He spent several years on the road as a guitarist and backup vocalist, performing in the United States and abroad.  During this time, he produced and recorded artists such as the legendary Augustus Pablo, Sugar Minott, Meditations, and Don Carlos (to name a few). He then went on to do session work,  as  well as playing guitar, bass, and even co-writing with the world-famous Thievery Corporation  other groups. 
In 2008, he released his first full album,  "Time to Rise," which led him to create  the DC-based independent record label Honest Music. His last full length album “Long Road" was released was released  Earth Day 2014 and received with critical acclaim in the reggae realm and beyond.The first single and video "Just Talk To Me" features Kenyatta Hill, son of icon Joseph Hill from the trio Culture.
The summer hit of 2015,  "Righteous Chant" finds him reunited with Don Carlos. The song began with a four-track  instrumental that Christos played for Don while touring with him back in 1997. Don was inspired by the track right away, and agreed to record it. He added lyrics with a powerful message that stays with you from the first listen. It was placed on an album that was never officially released entitled "Offering," which featured various artists from Jamaica singing over Christos' tracks as well as his solo debut. The song had to be transferred to digital format years later. There are elements of guitars and keys from the world of analog tape; however, other parts are new, which creates a great sonic contrast. Don sings of "coming together in Love and Unity." This is illustrated in the way the song bridges music from the past and present in perfect harmony. 
The song Heart Of Gold, released in the latter part of last year, has always had a special place in my musical journey,” Christos explains. "One of the first song books my brother Nick and I received was Easy Guitar: Neil Young’s Greatest Hits. WeWe were around 10 years old at the time, and I immediately learned how to play the song.  Reggae has often been dubbed 'island soul,' so remaking this classic in this genre was a no-brainer. You can go to almost any bar in Jamaica and find a jukebox playing country, the blues, or classic R&B. "Music is a gift," Christos says. " When we share it, we should consider the effect it will have on others. This is why I make honest music."
 

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