Gramps Morgan, one of the founding members of iconic Grammy winning reggae group, Morgan Heritage, is currently in Asia, making brave attempts to heal and clear his mind after the death of his brother Peetah Morgan, who died in Florida at age 50.

“I’ve lost my best friend that I took to the first grade when we were children,” Gramps said, reflecting on the close relationship he had with his brother.

“It’s memories like this that I’m finding as my biggest project in a very long time. Just to learn to deal with this pain,” he added.

For over two decades, Gramps and siblings Una, Mojo, Lukes and Peetah toured the world, performing some of the biggest roots-reggae anthems, including She’s Still Loving Me, Don’t Haffi Dread, Down By the River and I’m Coming Home.

Gramps is one of the headline performers, booked for the Issa Trust Foundations’ For The Children Gala, slated for Cipriani’s 42nd Street in Manhattan on May 11.

“I look forward to performing at the For The Children Gala with Luciano and reggae ambassadors Third World to raise funds that will be used for the operational expenses of the Mary Issa Pediatric and Adolescent Health Centre in St Ann, Jamaica. Medical facilities are important for the citizens of our country, especially young children, and expectant mothers so I am happy to join this effort in New York City (NYC),” he affirmed.