About Jimmy “Senya” Haynes
Senya has established himself as a talented and respected songwriter, arranger, producer in the UK and abroad. He has been recognized for his contribution to the British music industry with an award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Science (N.A.R.A.S)
On the road
Senya has toured extensively as a guitarist with numerous acts, including Billy Preston, Jimmy Cliff, Third World, Ziggy Marley, Aswad, The Real Thing To Name A Few.
In the studio
As a guitarist his unique style has made him a sought after musician, working on numerous recordings including; ‘love lifts us up where we belong’ by Joe Cocker & Jennifer Warns, ‘Never Ever’ & ‘Under The Bridge’ By Hinda Hicks, and On the ‘Natty Dread’ Album By Bob Marley.
Producer/ songwriter
As a producer Senya produced the ‘Earth Crisis’ and the Grammy Award Winning ‘Babylon The Bandit’ Albums For Steel Pulse, He Has Also Produced For Caron Wheller And Des’ree to name a few.
In addition, Jimmy “Senya” Haynes joined forces with songwriter Ian Greaves and Brian Bowry on the Intellect Music label, collaborating closely on the projects Castles of Dreams and Barbados Collaboration.
Career Highlights & Collaborations
- Recognized for his contribution to the British music industry with an award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (N.A.R.A.S.).
- Toured extensively as a guitarist with artists including Billy Preston, Jimmy Cliff, Third World, Ziggy Marley, Aswad and The Real Thing.
- Worked as a session guitarist on recordings associated with Joe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes, Hinda Hicks and Bob Marley.
- Produced projects for Steel Pulse, Caron Wheeler and Des’ree.
- Collaborated with Ian Greaves and Brian Bowry through the Intellect Music label on Castles of Dreams and Barbados Collaboration.