Reggae Singer Rochelle Bradshaw to Release Debut Album “Island Girl” on August 15th, 2025
Reggae Singer Rochelle Bradshaw Releases Debut Album Island Girl
11-Track Reggae/Contemporary/Soul Fusion Arrives on All Major Streaming Platforms
About Rochelle Bradshaw
Rochelle Bradshaw’s story begins in Portland, Jamaica, in a home where music wasn’t just entertainment; it was the pulse of daily life. Her father, Anthony Bradshaw, and her uncle, Devon Bradshaw, both played with the legendary reggae band Burning Spear, and their influence surrounded her from the very beginning. Music was not a career to be chased. It was simply part of the world she was born into.
As a child, Rochelle spent countless hours in her uncle Devon’s modest studio in Norwich, quietly absorbing the rhythms, harmonies, and unspoken lessons passed between musicians. She learned that music is as much about listening as it is about performing, and that the soul of a song lies in its truth. Her earliest roles were not in the spotlight but in harmony, blending her voice to support others and helping their stories find wings.
Over the years, her quiet dedication led her far beyond what she had imagined. She was invited to tour and record with artists she had admired since childhood, including The Original Wailers, Burning Spear, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Luciano, Damian Marley, and Stephen Marley. These moments were never about fame for Rochelle. They were about learning, honoring the craft, and carrying forward the spirit of the music she grew up with.
Now rooted in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Rochelle brings her heritage with her, weaving the soul of Jamaica into every performance. With her band Hypnotion, she creates spaces where audiences feel connected, where songs of unity, self-love, and resilience are offered in both English and Jamaican patois. Her shows are less about performance and more about communion, a shared reminder of the strength found in community.
Her debut album, ISLAND GIRL, created in collaboration with her sister Tamara Bradshaw (UniVerss) and her uncle Devon Bradshaw, is the culmination of years of growth, listening, and love. It is an offering, an invitation for listeners to slow down, be present, and step into a world where heritage, heart, and humanity meet.
Connect with Rochelle Bradshaw:
linktr.ee/rochellebradshaw
www.rochellebradshaw.com
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