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Based out of Honolulu, Hawaii Lion I is an independent music producer, recording and performing artist, guitarist, and singer-songwriter. Lion-I singlehandedly recorded and produced his two debut albums "The Chant" and "New Root Race" during the first decade of the New Millennium and 2011 releasing The Chant in October and New Root Race on November 11, 2011. Lion-I musical style is best described as Reggae Fusion taking its main influences from Roots Reggae, Dub, Dancehall, Rock, Ambient/Downtempo, World, and Trance. Through unique lyrics, music, and art Lion-I promotes consciousness and inspiration, while aiming to elevate and expand collective consciousness. Lion-I (real name Pasha Yushin) experienced life in three different ends of the world: Russia, Southern California, and Hawaii. At a young age he traveled throughout Europe, Scandinavia, and the Mediterranean. This global exposure enabled Lion-I to achieve a unique perspective on life and reflect it into his artistic vision through music, art, and lyrical philosophy. From childhood his creative focus was towards drawing and painting. At the age of 10 Lion-I was given the privilege to personally deliver a gift collection of his school's best drawings including two of his own to Queen Elizabeth II. Lion-I fascination with the ancient world was sparked by 5th grade art and history courses. It never stopped growing now comprising a significant part of his lyrics, music, and art. In 8th grade Lion-I joined his school’s c