I was born in Detroit proper in 1977...
and lived there most of my years...like until it got majorly gentrified...

UNIVERSAL XPRESSION
￼￼￼￼￼￼From the heart of the Caribbean and Africa comes Universal Xpression one of the most versatile, authentic and entertaining Caribbean show band in the Unites States. This Detroit based sensation stays true to its mission by emanating a variety of music, original and cover. You are whisked away on a sweet, melodious and danceable escapade of rhythms like Reggae, Soca, Zouk and African. Their immense musical talents, rich backgrounds and over fifteen years of touring has enabled a most envied style and groove likening them to Morgan Heritage, Byron Lee and Burning Flames in one solid band with a multigenerational and multinational appeal.
This awesome four-member group features the talents and creativity of prolific songwriter, arranger and energetic showman Richard ‘Richie B’ Parris on keyboards, lead and background vocal. Keeping the pulse is the naturally gifted and flamboyant Noel Parris on drums. The Genius Oliver (Pluto) Mensah solidifies the foundation with his remarkable feel, quick fingers and flair on the bass and lead vocals. Complementing the rhythm section, is the amazing Avi Kayne with his nifty strums, solos and awesome leads.
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Performance Highlights:
Universal Xpression has shared stages with such great Caribbean international performers as Percy Sledge, Beenie Man, Shaggy, Luciano, Calypso Rose, Mighty Sparrow, Arrow, Burning Spear, The Manhattans, Maxi Priest and Wayne Wonder
Fox Theater, Campus Martius,
Hart Plaza, MAAH & DIA - Detroit, MI
Caribana, Toronto, CA Festival of Life, Chicago The Wild Hare, Chicago McCormick Center, Chicago
￼￼Richard Parris 313-378-4173 Email: uxpression@gmail.com universalxpression.com
What Others are Saying:
“You guys are amazing” says Calypso Rose “Phenomenal to hear different genres played
so well” Says Louis Farrakhan
“Wonderful way to end a festival, you all Rocked”
says Engia Kai of Afro World Fest
Accomplishments:
‘Best Live Music’ for nine consecutive years in the Detroit Carnival Parade.
‘Best Live Music’ Mecca Parade, San Francisco. Release of fifteen excellent albums of original music.
In 1997 had the number 1 and 2 Best Sellers in the Virgin Islands and Album of the Week on WAVS radio in

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