With locks stretching from the crown of his head almost to the sole of his feet, the artiste CALI P bears an aura of spirituality often identified with those whose sacred mission it is to take the message of Reggae and Rastafari to the diverse parts of the earth. His easy manner comports with ones expectation of a life dedicated to a mission of peace and love. His delivery and passion certainly remind his audience that while the lyrical fire of Rastafari burns brightly within his soul he is keenly aware that the message must be delivered in a contemporary manner. CALI P expresses the eternal truth of Rastafari with a youthful freshness that is so appealing.

One is able to discern strains of his multicultural heritage in his music. Born Pierre Nanon to a mother from Switzerland and a Rastafarian father from the French Caribbean territory of Guadeloupe, CALI P seemed destined for the assignment of transcending racial and ethnic challenges in the promotion of his music. He describes himself as a singer, songwriter, rapper and one could add a lyrical firebrand who has been devoted to the playing of the drums since the age of three. While still a teenager Pierre would join AKIYO, his father’s band, and take the unmistakable step in fulfilling his destiny.

Nanon would have his first real embrace of Jamaican Dancehall through the GIDEON SOLDIERS sound system at the close of the Twentieth Century. He would release his first single “Forward” in 2005 which was followed by a number of other singles. He was soon in demand across Europe bearing the banners of Reggae and Rastafari on his youthful and slender shoulders.

His 2008 debut album ”Lyrical Faya” would follow and the world would begin to take notice of the young Rastafarian who was delivering a traditional message in a fresh and exciting manner.2010would be a pivotal year for CALI P as not only did it mark his move from Switzerland to Jamaica but the release of his critically acclaimed ”Like a Lion – Hotsteppa” which was part of the soundtrack of a documentary of the same name attracting, positive international reviews. CALI P confidently asserts that Jamaica is his base – the world is his stage. He speaks fondly of performing in Europe and looks forward to performing there each year. He points out that when he tours he loves being accompanied by his Jamaican band which he notes brings a certain energy to his performance.

2011 would see the release of “Unstoppable” (HEMP HIGHER) seems a reflection of his musical destiny. The album includes the spiritually assertive single ”Jah Rule the World”. The video for this single has attracted much attention for the outstanding images which it has captured.

CALI P has graced the stages of many major festivals in Europe, The Caribean and the United States including Summerjam, Rototom Sunsplash, Rebel Salute and the ESPN Winter X Games. He has also performed several times in Costa Rica and a host of other Central American territories.” Unstoppable” climbed to top ten positions on the ITunes charts in a number of territories including the USA and Canada.

CALI P has now embarked on what promises to be another exciting chapter in this musical and spiritual odyssey. He has now joined forces with the renowned Bobby “Digital” Dixon, man responsible for someone of the greatest hits in Reggae and Dancehall. The first outcome of this collaboration ”musiCALI-sPeaKING” (DIGITAL B) demonstrates the creativity of the artiste even in his choice and representation of the title.

The album is set to release in 2015, but fans won’t have to wait till then in order to enjoy some new CALI P material as his new “Healing of the nation” EP will be available online November 7th. CALI P definitely has a lot in store for his fans so make sure you look out for his new releases soon. Yes the expectations are high but Cali clearly has what is required, spiritually and musically speaking.