Richie Stephens is easily known as the man with Jamaica’s Golden Voice. A classic performer who has contributed much to the development of Reggae music, Stephens has a powerful sensuality that appeals to audiences all over the world.

Richie Stephens has been a household name in Jamaica for nearly two decades and that is an honour not afforded to every Jamaican artiste. Many artistes, who gain notoriety internationally, yearn for success back home. Stephens accomplished this feat from his very first performance, at the age of 11, which left the crowd in awe. Whether appearing with Reggae greats like the late Dennis Brown or with the late R&B legend Luther Vandross, he has Jamaican audiences rocking and dancing in the aisles.

In the early 1990’s while Richie was on tour in Europe with Shabba Ranks, famed producer Jazzy B from Soul II Soul saw his performance at the Brixton Academy in London. He was so impressed with Stephens’ powerful voice and vibrant stage performance, that he asked him to do a song on Volume III of the album titled Just Right. The song, “Joy”, was selected to be the first single released from the album. The success of this single paved the way for Richie’s international acclaim. In 1993 he went on the album’s European promotional tour with Vanessa Williams and James Brown. “Joy” climbed to the number three spot on the British Charts and the top five on most of the charts in Europe. This achievement earned Richie an appearance on the Arsenio Hall Show, where he performed the song live and was interviewed by America’s legendary entertainer of late night television.

Richie Stephens soon caught the attention of music giant Motown Records and was signed to the label in 1994. Richie Stephens did one Album for Motown Records, Pot Of Gold, which sold tens of thousands of units throughout the American, Japanese, European and Caribbean markets.

Over the past decade he amassed a hit list which includes “Joy”, “By Your Side”, “Weakness For Sweetness”, “Legacy” featuring Cobra, “Fight Back” featuring Garnett Silk, “Winner”, “Pull Up”, “Maniac” featuring Bounty Killer, “Father I Love You”, and “Take Me Away” to name a few. Stephens now owns his own record label, Pot of Gold Records and has recorded and released 11 albums.

Richie’s passion for success is not about personal accolades and comfort but the ability to help others. The long time humanitarian adopted the Savannah La Mar Infirmary, a home for the aged and homeless, as his personal charity seven years ago. He recently gave them One Million Jamaican Dollars (JA$1,000,000 .00) from the proceeds of his Take Me Away concert held in May of this year. Because of his dedication to the education of children in Jamaica, he also helps to support the Savannah La Mar Primary School, has given both time and money to build a basic school, and he sponsors and runs an annual soccer competition in his birthplace, Savannah La Mar. We see that the motivation behind Pot of Gold Records is actually Richie’s heart of gold.

Richie Stephens attributes his accomplishments to hard work, professionalism and consistency combined with the love and support from his family, friends and fans. He is totally committed to maintaining and delivering high quality music and performances the world over.