The Mad Lighters was founded in 1990, but was formerly known, back in
1984 as The Heart Beat Band, and had their first record featuring
lengendary trombonist Rico Rodriguez in 1988 (Mensch records).Eversince, they've been self-produceing an original roots reggae and ska
music, featuring some guests such as Rico Rodriguez , Mad Prof or Vin Gordon aka Don D Junior .Their music is to be found on 4 albums (Dread Lion Records):"Play on Mr Music" (1991), released in USA as "Skatown", "Shine" (2000), "Freedom Call" (2002) and lately "Move on" (2010). Lead singer Phil Santschi, alongside Antonello & Cristina Lubello
(bass and keys) have been leading the combo, sharing the love of
jamaican music with many local musicians, drummer Daniel Spahni amongst
all (LKJ & The Dennis Bovell Dub Band).Their many concerts all
over Europe make The Mad Lighters an experienced Live act that's sure to
bring the audience to cheer up and invade the dancefloor.
DISCOGRAPHY :
Shine (2000)
Freedom Call (2002)
MOVE ON (2010)