King Solomon - About King Solomon

King Solomon delivers a sound that comes across as aggressively syncopated and tight while at the same time smooth and hypnotic. Their music is best described as "dancehall roots reggae with a powerhouse punch to the heart". Formed in the fall of 1998 by guitarist Terry Tanger and drummer Keith Green. Tanger, former guitarist/front man for the popular 80's band the X-Cleavers, and Green, former drummer/vocalist from the band Kojo, came together to form a more distinctive sound on the local reggae music scene. In their search for that distinctive sound, they came across former Citizen King bassist Cory Coleman and the foundation for King Solomon was set. All that was needed now was someone with energy and charisma to front the band. Enter the dancehall Rastafarian tag team of Jah Dewayne and Robert "Lion-O" Smith. King Solomon's huge sound is made possible by the engineering, mixing, and dubbing styles of veteran sound engineer Jonny Olson.

In the past few years King Solomon has established a large fan base while filling up local clubs, taverns, and bars to capacity. They've managed to draw thousands while headlining major outdoor festivals and events and has quickly established itself as one of the more popular bands on the South Eastern Wisconsin music scene.

KEITH GREEN plays drums and sings lead vocals for King Solomon. His distinctive R&B/Hip-Hop meets One Drop/Rockers style of drumming has earned him a reputation as one of the top drummers in the area. He has had the opportunity to open for such big name acts as Steel Pulse, Third World, Maxi Priest, Burning Spear, Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, The Wailers, Aswad, Yellowman, and Black Uhuru. Although he enjoys many different types of music, his true love is reggae music. His love for reggae music is most evident in his soulful vocals.

TERRY TANGER is known as one of the hardest working musicians around. As a veteran of the Milwaukee music scene for over twenty years, his signature guitar chops have become a staple on the local music scene. Terry has won several WAMI awards in both the rock and reggae categories. He has reached regional success and the front man for the 80's band Those X-Cleavers. His single, "Skip a Beat", reached cult status and is documented in the book "Punk Rock in the Midwest" by Henry Weld.
As an artist, Terry has opened for such acts as U2, The Police, The Wailers, Jimmy Cliff, Yellowman, Eek-A-Mouse, and the Killer B's. He has also had the opportunity to record and/or perform with Peter Buffet, Jerry Harrison (of the Talking Heads), and DEVO. Terry's ability to blend various styles of music has allowed him longevity on the local music scene.

CORY COLEMAN has been involved in the Milwaukee music scene for the past 10 years. Having the ability to play Jazz, R&B Reggae and Rock has allowed him the versatility to perform in such diverse and successful local groups as Psychedelicasi, David Robinson & Ital Roots and Citizen King. He has had the opportunity to open for such big name acts as Yellowman, Verve Pipe and No Doubt.

ROBERT SMITH “LION-O” and DWAYNE SMITH known as “BUSHMAN” joined the band in 2003. They add the creative wording and traditional roots toasting to King Solomon.

The Band
Revelations Session (Feb. 2007)	Revelations Session (Feb. 2007)
Keith - Revelations Sessions (Feb. 2007)	Cory - Revelations Sessions (Feb. 2007)
Revelations Sessions (Feb. 2007)	Bushman - Revelations Sessions (Feb. 2007)
Terry Tanger - Revelations Sessions (Feb. 2007)	Accoustic Terry (?) - Revelations Sessions (Feb. 2007)
"Rootie" and friend....	McGillicuddy's 2007 - Keith Green
Mr. Bassie at "The Big Pig Gig"