Winston Irie and the Selective Security Band Perform in the ‘World Voices Series’ at LTV

LTV Studios’ “World Voices Series” will host Winston Irie and the Selective Security Band on Saturday, April 5, at 8 p.m.

In the late 1970s, Winston Sumner, known publicly as Winston Irie, migrated from Guyana to Brooklyn. Once in the U.S., he connected with like-minded individuals and began sharing his love for music by way of live performances. His stint on the live circuit was followed by recording and releasing various songs that have always, for the most part, been socially conscious or highly spiritual.

His latest single, “Unto Thee O’Lord,” is arguably his most religious record to date; this is according to those who have heard it. “Unto Thee O’Lord” is a reggae-ska tune that was produced by Bernard Joseph, who is affectionately referred to as IOBI, Derrick Barnett, and Winston Irie. It is literally a praise and worship track that highlights Winston’s Ethiopian Orthodox faith. In fact, when asked what inspired the record, he said, “I was inspired by the Ethiopian Orthodox teachings of Psalms and Scriptures.” Winston Irie has been actively involved in Apostolic Christianity for many years. He was drawn to this way of life by members of his family, teachings of the former Emperor of Ethiopia Haile Selassie I, Jamaican activist Marcus Mosiah Garvey, and Jamaican singer, songwriter, and guitarist Robert Nesta Marley. “Unto Thee O’Lord” is a beautiful, melodious tune that can be streamed and downloaded on all major music platforms. It was shared on the 4/20 Records label. Veteran Guyanese Reggae Artist Winston Irie Shares His Faith In New Single “Unto Thee O’Lord”.

LTV’s World Voices is a yearlong series dedicated to presenting international and under-represented artists for live, accessible performances on the Studio 3 stage.

Tickets are $25 in advance and VIP café seating is available for $50 at ltveh.org. Tickets are $30 at the door. LTV Studios is at 75 Industrial Road in Wainscott.