Ed Rome is a UK singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose work combines reggae, ska and dub with British songwriting traditions. Born in 1979, he works from the United Kingdom.

Style and background

His music draws on classic Jamaican sounds, especially the work associated with King Tubby and Studio One, alongside the writing styles of Billy Bragg and Ian Dury. He is known for a rough-edged vocal delivery and songs based on everyday subject matter.

Career

Over the years, he plays live sessions for artists including Lee Perry, The Beat and members of The Specials. His songwriting also helps the ska band The Big become a notable part of the underground ska and reggae scene, and that work takes him to audiences around the world.

Solo work

Rome later records and performs as a solo artist. His debut album, A Life In Minutes, features heavy rhythms, organ, guitar and Jamaican-style horn arrangements, and presents his own songwriting and vocals as the focus of the release.