Grammy Nominated Singer Songwriter out of Jamaica

Kumar Bent‘s journey as an artist is a powerful story of growth, resilience, and musical evolution. Hailing from St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, he was raised in a family of educators who nurtured his early love for storytelling and music
In 2010, Kumar joined the celebrated reggae band Raging Fyah as lead vocalist, marking a pivotal moment in his career. His soulful, introspective style aligned perfectly with the band’s roots-rocking sound, and together they released three critically acclaimed albums: Judgement Day (2011), Destiny (2014), and Everlasting (2016).
As the leading member of Raging Fyah, Kumar helped bring the Reggae Revival movement to international audiences, touring extensively across North America and Europe with major acts such as UB40, Rebelution, and Stick Figure. Everlasting was nominated for Best Reggae Album at the 59th Annual Grammy Awards in 2017, and the band was also recognized at the International Reggae and World Music Awards that same year.
In 2018, Kumar embarked on a solo career, releasing his debut album Kulture Walk in 2020. The album received praise for its depth, versatility, and fusion of reggae with elements of soul, R&B, and jazz. Singles like “Remember Me” and “Message On Your Radio” demonstrated his commitment to creating music with a positive, empowering message that resonates globally.
In 2024, Kumar teamed up with the Swiss collective 18th Parallel to release Tales of Reality, an album that topped the reggae charts in its second week. Produced by Fruits Records and Easy Star Records, the album fuses the golden era of Jamaican reggae with a fresh, contemporary sound, showcasing Kumar’s ability to blend tradition with innovation.
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HOMEBASE: Kingston, Jamaica & Miami, Florida
GENRE: Reggae/Soul/Dub
SOUNDS LIKE: Bob Marley, Burning Spear, Steel Pulse.
Notable Tours, Festivals & Venues
SNWMF, Reggae Jam, Toad’s Place (CT), Levitt Pavillion (CO & CT), Brooklyn Bowl (NY & Vegas)
Notable Collaborations
- Alborosie
- Tippy I-Grade
- Fortunate Youth
- Stick Figure
- Sting
Social Links
Management & Booking
Heather Cameron – Third World Mgmt
1 (954) 325-7725 kumarfyahmusic@gmail.com
Music
Kumar’s solo career started in 2018
Albums: Tales of Reality (2024) & Kulture Walk (2020).
Singles: Over 76 singles are in the “This Is Kumar” Spotify-curated playlist.
Raging Fyah
Albums: Judgement Day (2011), Destiny (2014) & Everlasting (2016).
Everlasting was Grammy-nominated for Best Reggae Album.