For more than three decades, roots reggae artiste Shanti Ruben has remained committed to using music as a force for positive change, spreading messages of love, unity and togetherness through his work.

Born Anthony Stanford Green in Kingston, Jamaica, to parents from St Elizabeth, Shanti Ruben was raised in the Cockburn Pen community of Kingston 11, where he developed a passion for music at an early age. Singing since the age of nine, he has dedicated the past 36 years to creating conscious reggae music that inspires, uplifts and educates.

A past student of Camperdown High School, Shanti Ruben credits reggae legends Peter Tosh, Bob Marley and Dennis Brown among his greatest influences. Their messages of consciousness, empowerment and cultural pride continue to shape his musical direction today.