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Orlando musician Craig Thompson brings the spirit of growing up in Jamaica to the music he performs here in Central Florida.

The influences on Thompson’s music come from Bob Marley, Elton John, and living life on the beach.

90.7’s Crystal Chavez sat down with Craig Thompson to talk about his upbringing and the journey he has taken since arriving in the States in 2007 with $20 in his pocket and a guitar.

For more music, visit Craig Thompson on his Facebook and Instagram @craigbjorn