James "Jamesie" Brewster, (1929 - 2014), of the United States Virgin Islands remains one of the most recognized names associated with quelbe music, also known as scratch music. It's an "indigenous, grass-roots form of folk music which originated in the US Virgin Islands", says documentary filmmaker, Andrea Leland. "It's a form of oral history, its lyrics are used to immortalize significant historical events, and relay the day to day trials and tribulations on a small island."
Discover the incredible life and musical legacy of James "Jamesie" Brewster. Dive into his influential contributions to quelbe music, learn about its history, instruments, and performances that helped shaped this musical genre.
Lotus World Music and Arts Festival | Bloomington, Indiana, United States | Jamesie & the All-Stars Perform in Indoor Tent Performance - Part 2 | Street Parade - Part 1
Lotus World Music and Arts Festival | Bloomington, Indiana, United States | Jamesie in Street Parade - Part 2
Lotus World Music and Arts Festival | Bloomington, Indiana, United States | Jamesie & the All-Stars, Outdoor Stage Performance
Old Town School of Folk Music | Chicago, Illinois, United States | Jamesie & the All-Stars Concert - Part 1
Old Town School of Folk Music | Chicago, Illinois, United States | Jamesie & the All-Stars Concert - Part 2
Rogers Park Music Festival | Chicago, Illinois, United States | Jamesie & the All-Stars Performance
Performance | St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands | Jamesie, Blinky, and Derby Perform on the Beach
Old Town School of Folk Music | Chicago, Illinois, United States | Jamesie & the All-Stars Concert - Part 3
Lotus World Music and Arts Festival | Bloomington, Indiana, United States | Jamesie & the All-Stars, Second Stage Performance 2
Performance | U.S. Virgin Islands | Koko and the Sunshine Band and Jamesie
Performance | U.S. Virgin Islands | Koko and the Sunshine Band and Jamesie 2
Performance | St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands | Karino Club - Camera 1, Tape 1
