Crasher (Gladston Murray)

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Origin: Jamaica - Toronto, Ontario, 🇨🇦
Biography:

Gladston “Crasher” Murray is a Jamaican-Canadian reggae vocalist, songwriter, and independent producer whose transnational career bridges the soulful sounds of Jamaica and the multicultural rhythms of Toronto’s reggae underground. A dynamic stage performer and recording artist, Crasher is known for his emotive delivery, spiritual depth, and unwavering dedication to music despite facing numerous obstacles.

Born in Jamaica, Murray began singing as a child in church and school choirs. His professional breakthrough came when he joined the touring show band The Thunderbird as lead vocalist, performing across the island and winning over both tourists and locals with his voice and charisma.

In 1983, Crasher immigrated to Canada and continued to pursue his music against significant odds. Navigating the challenges of resettlement and a new music scene, he maintained his focus and vision—ultimately founding his own imprint, G.M.M. Productions, to release and distribute his work independently.

His breakout Canadian moment came with the 1987 single "Who's Watching the Baby", which won Top Single at the Canadian Reggae Music Awards, though he was still categorized as an “International” artist—an ironic label given his growing roots in Toronto’s reggae community.

Crasher’s 12" and 7" single Amazon b/w Bad Moon Rising showcased both his songwriting and production acumen. The A-side, “Amazon,” was written by Crasher and W. Anderson and recorded at Creative Sounds Studio in Kingston, Jamaica. The track featured seasoned Jamaican musicians Winston Wright and Levi “Dulley” Williams on arrangements, engineering by Paul Davidson and Mikey Carroll, and backing vocals from Delroy Melody. The record, manufactured in Canada and released on his own label, epitomizes Crasher’s self-driven and cross-cultural artistic identity.

In 2002, he released his full-length CD Show Me Some Love, blending romantic lovers rock with roots and spiritual themes. The album marked a creative milestone and affirmed his continued relevance into the new millennium.

A true independent in every sense, Crasher has built a career rooted in resilience, faith, and love for reggae. Whether performing live or recording in the studio, his work speaks to perseverance and the power of music to connect, uplift, and endure.
-Robert Williston

Crasher (G. Murray): vocals
Winston Wright: music arrangement
Levi “Dulley” Williams: music arrangement
Delroy Melody: backing vocals