Heart-Beat.org
Welcome to Heart-Beat.org
Where Music Meets Culture
Featuring the talents of producer-musicians
Dre Jonson, Jeff Narell, and filmmaker Gagan G. Hunter.
Heart-Beat.org celebrates the rich sounds of Africa and the Caribbean.
Explore a world where traditional instruments like the balafon, steel pan, acoustic guitar, djembe, and chekere come together in harmony with vocals and visual storytelling.
Our music and multimedia are crafted to inspire joy, hope, and a deeper connection to the natural world.
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Meet the Heart-Beat.org Team
Jeff Narell
A multi-instrumentalist specializing in the steel pan, Jeff’s journey began on the streets of NYC under the mentorship of steel pan creator Ellie Mannette. Over his career, he’s performed with legendary artists like Olatunji, George Benson, and the Grateful Dead, earning a Grammy nomination along the way. As an educational innovator, Jeff has developed steel pan programs at every level from middle school to university, and performed as guest artist at universities and symphonies across the US.
Dre Jonson
Dre’s musical foundation was shaped by his NYC roots and early years as a guitarist and vocalist in the Virgin Islands. Now a seasoned record producer, Dre has worked across genres and decades. His credits include serving as Musical Supervisor & Producer for Balance Edutainment's award-winning album / children's cartoon - Pacha’s Pajamas, featuring artists like Mos Def , Lester Chambers and Cheech Marin.
Gagan G Hunter
A master behind the camera, hailing from Philadelphia, Pa Gagan is an accomplished videographer, producer, and director with expertise spanning corporate films, theatrical productions, documentaries, and commercials. His visual storytelling brings Heart-Beat’s music to life.
At Heart-Beat.org, our music is rooted in the history and spirit of cultural freedom. The steel pan emerged from a people’s yearning for liberation, while the balafon carries a 900-year legacy of West African music. Together, these instruments guide our message of love, wisdom, and compassion.
Join us on this journey. Let the music move you.
Contact us: info@Heart-Beat.org