Wayne Rhoden facts for kids
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Wayne Rhoden
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Wayne Rhoden and his son Irie Goose
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Wayne Rhoden |
| Origin | Pleasant Farm, St. Catherine, Jamaica |
| Genres | Family Music, Children’s Music, Kindie rock, Reggae, Ska, Pop, Reggaeton, Folk |
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Producer, Songwriter, Artist
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| Instruments |
Vocals, Turntables
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| Years active | 1982 – present |
Wayne Rhoden is a talented music producer, singer, and songwriter. He is best known by his artist name, Father Goose Music. He has won an Independent Music Award and a Grammy Award with the group “Dan Zanes and Friends”. He was also nominated for a Grammy Award with the group 1 Tribe Collective. You might also know him as Rankin Don or Don Chibaka. He has even been seen on the Disney Channel and had a song reach #7 on the Billboard Reggae Chart!
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About Wayne Rhoden
Wayne Rhoden, known as Father Goose, was born in Jamaica. He is a producer, singer, and songwriter.
He became well-known in Jamaica and Brooklyn, New York, using the names Rankin Don and Don Chibaka. As Father Goose, he performs music for kids. This includes Kindie rock and reggae versions of nursery rhymes. He often performs with the group “Dan Zanes and Friends”. They even made videos for Disney called “House Party Time.”
His Early Life
Wayne Rhoden was born in Linstead, Jamaica. He grew up in Jamaica, New York, and Florida. He started performing music when he was very young. He remembers singing for his family and friends at age five. Later, he would be the DJ for parties his parents hosted. He also performed at a school fundraiser.
He went to Erasmus Hall High School in Brooklyn, New York. After high school, he planned to study electrical engineering. But his love for music was stronger, and he decided to follow that path instead.
His Music Career
In the 1980s, as Rankin Don, he recorded popular songs like Can't Find Me Love and Baddest DJ. In the 90s, he released Real McCoy, Black Queen, and Green Card. He later started working with producers who helped him record for bigger music labels. He has performed with many famous artists. These include Rosanne Cash, Suzanne Vega, and Gregory Isaacs. He also performed with Grammy nominees Beres Hammond and Freddie McGregor. Plus, he shared the stage with Grammy winners like Shabba Ranks, Shaggy, and Beenie Man.
His connection with musician Dan Zanes started in a special way. Wayne's mother worked for Dan Zanes. She told Zanes about her son's musical talent, and they decided to meet.
In the 2000s, as Father Goose, he was featured on several Dan Zanes albums. These include Rocket Ship Beach and Catch That Train!. He also released three of his own albums: Color with Father Goose, It’s a Bam Bam Diddly, and Bashment Time.
In 2008, as Don Chibaka, he performed on the song Dance Like That (Remix). This song featured Richie Stephens and Kevin Lyttle.
His Personal Life
Wayne Rhoden is a father of two children. His son, Irie Goose, also sings and performs in his father's band.
In 2007, Wayne faced a serious health challenge when his kidneys stopped working properly. He needed special treatment called dialysis for eight years. He also had other health problems and was in the hospital a couple of times. In December 2015, he received a new kidney, which was a great success! He has fully recovered and continues to perform music and host workshops for children.
Music by Wayne Rhoden
Wayne Rhoden has released many songs and albums under his different artist names.
As Rankin Don
He released many singles and collaborations, especially in the 1990s and early 2000s. Some of his notable songs include Can't Find Mi Love and Baddest DJ. He also released Black Queen and Green Card.
As Don Chibaka
In 2008, he released the song Dance Like That (Remix) with Etcetera, Richie Stephens, and Kevin Lyttle.
As Father Goose Music
Father Goose has released many albums and songs for children. Some of his albums include Color with Father Goose, It's a Bam Bam Diddly, and Bashment Time. He was also featured on several Grammy-winning and nominated albums with Dan Zanes and Friends, such as Rocket Ship Beach and Catch That Train!. His album It's a Bam Bam Diddly reached #7 on the Billboard Charts for two weeks. He has also collaborated with many other artists on children's music.
Awards and Nominations
Wayne Rhoden has received several awards and nominations for his music.
- 2004: Parents' Choice Award for his music on What Is It? Musical Math & Science.
- 2006: Won a Grammy Award with Dan Zanes and Friends for Best Musical Album for Children, Catch That Train!.
- 2008: Parents' Choice Award for his album It’s A Bam Bam Diddly.
- 2008: Nominated for an Independent Music Award for Best Children's Album, It’s A Bam Bam Diddly.
- 2019: Nominated for an Independent Music Award for Best Children's Song, Nice To Meet U.
- 2023: Won The Funky Kids Radio Global Awards for his song A Ticket To Ride.
