How can the musical style of former Junior Rankin, now Eljai, be described in the reggae genre? He is a vocalist with harmonic phrasing that rivals the best of Dennis Brown and Eventon Blender. But more so, the album, Da Rebirth, from this artiste is a tribute to all the young rising reggae vocalists that have emerged on the scene today. He is a bridge between the Bunny Wailers and the Jah Cures - the junction between the reggae of old and that of the new.<br /><br />Eljai was born Lloyd Carlton Mcfarlane Jr. in Belize City, Belize. Soon after, his family moved to the countryside where most of his early years were spent. Elijai had always been known for his humble and kind ways, joyous laughter and his spiritual enlightening conversations. As a youngster his family moved back to Belize City where he attended the Ebenezer Primary School It was there he met new friends and discovered his hidden musical talent. Soon, he was singing at school rallies and contests.
