Nerious Joseph

Reggae singer, born 12 May 1962, died 11 July 2023.

First emerged on the reggae scene in 1979 as lead singer with roots band Coptic Roots with whom his debut single "Roots & Culture" was released. After a few years of touring with the band he signed to London based record label Fashion Records, this liaison resulted with his first number one hit "Sensi Crisis" quickly followed by "Special Lady / "Danger Man" firmly establishing him on a sound footing. His debut album "Loves Gotta Take Its Time" included "Sensi Crisis" and "Move On Up" singles. He subsequently recorded two more albums for fashion," Yours To Keep" and "Guidance" from which the title track has become a classic U.K. eighties release.

In the latter part of the 80’s he toured extensively in Europe and the Caribbean and supported names such as Bunny Wailer, Dennis Brown and Chakademus & pliers as well as headlining tours in Turkey and other places. After taking some time out, the early 90’s saw Nereus recording with Saxon Records who released his three hit singles "Shouldn’t Touch It"," Wonderful Feeling" and "Giving All My Time".

Then came the collaboration with reggae super group ‘"Passion" in 1996 with the National Chart hit "Share Your Love" on Charm Records who Nereus was then signed to. In March 1997, Nereus Joseph Unleashed his highly acclaimed album "Rejoice" for Charm Records from which came the hit singles" Rejoice" produced by Gussie P, "Keep Loving You" and "Keep up the Vibes" both produced by the Ruff Cutt band.

Moving into the new millenium the collaboration with Ruff Cutt continued the result being his current highly acclaimed album "Hope, Faith & Love" from which the singles "Jah Never Fail" and "African Resistance" were released by Ruff Cutt Records.

Father of Karl Joseph (2) aka Sir Spyro.