Edson Gomes (born September 3, 1955), is a Brazilian reggae singer and songwriter. Gomes' musical style is heavily influenced by other Roots reggae artists, such as Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Alpha Blondy.

Edson Gomes
Edson Gomes, is a Brazilian reggae singer and songwriter.
Edson Gomes, is a Brazilian reggae singer and songwriter.
Background information
Birth nameEdson Gomes
Born (1955-09-03) September 3, 1955 (age 69)
OriginCachoeira, Bahia, Brazil
GenresReggae
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter, musician
InstrumentVoice
Years active1982–present

Edson Gomes is regarded within Brazil as the biggest Brazilian reggae singer in the country.[1]

English interpretations and translations of his music are available on the Roots Reggae Library.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Biografia de Edson Gomes".
  2. ^ de Vries, Anton E. (2015). "Edson Gomes". roots-reggae-library.com. Retrieved October 6, 2015.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)