Lucia, West Indies
Phone: 1- 758 7289528
Email: [email protected]
www.tymelesstunesfacebook.com
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COMPANY PROFILE
Tymeless Tunes is the brainchild of creator, Benedict “Kcey” Charles; founded in July of 1998, an independent song lyricist and Music Publisher with the following objectives:
• To assist young and aspiring persons interested in the art, with their self-de
velopment
• To become affiliated with any other organization, local, regional or international that can provide technical or educational expertise
• To undertake Song writing & Music Publishing Services
Tymeless Tunes specializes in R&B/Ballads, Gospel/Inspirational, Calypso, Reggae and Soca compositions. Kcey’s musical influences are: Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds, Boyz II Men, Tony Rich, and R. Other influences closer to home include: David Rudder, Chalkdust, local writers: Rowan Seon, Nahum Jn. Baptiste and others. Tymeless Tunes’ most recent accomplishments include the release of a CD entitled “Reminiscence” in 1999, which featured a compilation of songs in various genres performed by local artists such as: Deridee Williams – locally renowned Jazz & R&B vocalist, Minelius Anthony – band leader & lead vocalists of a resident band on a popular cruise line, Nigel “Kingfish” Larcher – former lead vocalist of a popular reggae band in the late ‘80’s/early 90’s, ‘Lady Leen’, renowned in the Calypso arena, who in 2006 celebrated her sixteen year anniversary) and Selwyna Charles – former lead vocalist of local band: “Future Lights” and now lead vocalist and band leader of “Family Affair”. The album, produced by Cornwallis Tisson & Kcey Charles also features a solo by the local legendary pianist, Emerson Nurse. We have since secured Publisher Membership with the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) and Writer membership with the Eastern Caribbean Collective Organization for Music Rights Inc. Over the past years Tymeless Tunes have collaborated with other performers and music producers namely: Christopher Neil - Big As Life Studios (formerly Den Music Studios –), Carlos St. Omer (JVC Productions), Angus Christopher of the (Royal St. Lucia Police Band), Semi Werner Francis, ‘Homez Music’ Music and Miss Bliss Music in Mississippi, USA. These works include the release of several singles in various musical genres. What does the future hold? Future projects include the release of other potential and popular singles, Calypsoes and the publication of a book of poems. As well as a compilation of prominent Calypso singles such as the ever popular “medicine chest article”: “I Go Want (My Viagra)” (released in 2005) - performed by this company’s first “official calypso offspring” Nathaniel “Humble” Stanislas and the follow up: ‘Cialis’. “A King’s Biography” (Tribute to Pep) - in recognition of one of St. Lucia’s most decorated Calypsonians who in 2006 celebrated his 20th anniversary. “One Caribbean Anthem”; (one of the unique undertakings acknowledging the efforts of our Caribbean leaders in the implementation of the Caricom Single Market & Economy), “Karaoke Kraze” – the official “karaoke anthem” to name a few. Kcey continues to make contributions to and has written for a number of artistes in the national calypso arena and the well acclaimed: “Kaiso Headquarters”, a Calypso competition held annually amongst the rank and file of the Royal St. Lucia Police Force, also various schools calypso competitions. In 2009 Tymeless Tunes released a remake (by popular request) of the title track: “Reminiscence”, renamed: “Reminiscing”, performed by Steve Parker a well travelled and experienced vocalist, which also featured the acclaimed vocalist, arranger and songwriter Kellis “Qshan Deya” Quashie of Saint Vincent who laced the harmonies and background vocals. Music was arranged and mixed by Sam Epiphane of Bomb drop Studios, St. Lucia. Also see other sections on this site: “The Outside Edge”: a cricket commentary section.
“Candour Poetry”: Poetry corner. Miscellaneous section. Other links: tymelesstunes on soundcloud
What do people say?
'Kcey' is passionate about his music, what is astounding about him is that you will find a bit of everything expressed through his music”
“I forsee many doors being opened in the future…..only one of its kind vision….good luck Tymeless Tunes!”
“Tymeless Tunes strives to open doors for the young enthusiast despite the limited resources and support that are available especially for young entrepreneurs in this field”.
“Continue to seek criticism for further growth and development”.
“An inspiring lyricist”.
