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Chip Off The Old Block: Meet The New Kids Of Dancehall x Reggae (Pt. 2)

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First they started out as the youth of the Dancehall/Reggae culture, now they’re parents with growing kids. It isn’t unusual for the child of an Entertainer to follow in their parent’s footsteps one way or the other as at times they bring a modern take on their parent’s creations, or create their own lane. Some of the most famous off springs include Stephen, Ziggy, and Damian “Junior Gong” Marley (Sons of Bob Marley), Chino and Di Genius (Sons of Freddie McGregor), Junior Tucker (Son of Jimmy Tucker), Morgan Heritage (Children of Denroy Morgan), Tarrus Riley (Son of Jimmy Riley), Queen Ifrica (Daughter of Derrick Morgan), Protoje (Son of Lorna Bennett), Chronixx (Son of Chronicle) and many more. In part 2 of a few part series, I feature more of the new set of kids on the scene whose parents have covered much ground in their respective careers.

Eon Smit1. Eon Smit

Famous Parent: Garnett Silk

Occupation: Rapper/Songwriter

Twitter/IG: @EonSmit

Single(s): Wyser, Ole Hoes

Shiah Coore, Cat Coore

2. Shiah Coore

Famous Parent: Stephen “Cat” Coore (Third World Band)

Occupation: Producer/Musician

Twitter/IG: @ShiahCoore

Single(s): Out Deh – Chronixx (Producer), Gyal Yuh Good – Busy Signal (Producer)

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PRESS RELEASE: @MagranMusic1 Soars with “Bad Grandson”

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Rising Dancehall Artiste Magran has been getting great buzz in the streets with his newest single, “Bad Grandson”. The song was released under his own record label, Magran Music. The song is a humorous one and interchanges between two personalities, the Grandmother and the Grandson. While the Grandmother is expressing her frustrations with her Grandson because he is “bad” and has “nuff girls”, the Grandson wishes his Grandmother would just let him live his life.

Overall it is a very fun and playful concept that is clearly working for Magran, and the upcoming Artiste is loving the attention that he has been getting from the streets and radio so far. “I am bringing back the Granny/Grandson concept to life that General Degree started. I love music and I aim to revolutionize the game and bring back the humour and fun in Dancehall music.” Despite being very talented, Magran has been an underground Artiste for several years but is adamant that 2016 is the year and he will rise to the occasion so the world will know him and his music.

“A long time mi a do music and now I have a better understanding of how things work. I have a team of young people that I am working closely with who knows the business and has taken the time to help me with a lot of things”, revealed Magran. Magran is working closely with rising Record Label Vision House Records and Susan Smith of Powerhouse Gobal Media, who is responsible for all his Public Relations related work. Plans are also in motion for the shooting of the accompanying video, so fans of the Artiste can look out for that as well.

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NEW MUSIC: @AnnaMariahMusic – Rush (International Women’s Day)

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Anna Mariah, Digicel Rising Stars Season 12 Runner Up who thrilled audiences each week with fashion, flair, dramatic performances and powerhouse vocals is back in the spotlight with the release of her first single – RUSH – produced by Othniel ‘Taddy P’ Campbell for Independent Record Label, Soundsx360.

Inspired by a classic hit from the 90s, RUSH pays tribute to the entertainment icon, Paula Abdul and features an infectious fusion of Anna Mariah’s breathy, sultry vocals on an uptempo Dancehall beat. Manager and Executive Producer of the project, Simone Harris states “We wanted a song that would channel Anna’s organic style – she’s a young, beautiful, Island girl who has real appeal and we felt that RUSH with this contemporary spin would do just that”.

Anna Mariah, who is also in her final semester at the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts: School of Music is focused on building a solid musical career and carving out her own place in the music industry. Commenting on her first commercial release, Anna Mariah says: “It’s an overwhelming feeling…bordering on unbelievable, I am incredibly proud of my work on this track with Taddy P. We put a lot of hard work into RUSH as my first release, and I have a lot more to come”. Taddy P, who has been a mentor to Anna Mariah and who encouraged her to pursue her passion for music says: “It’s been great to watch Anna grow as an artist and to now work with her on her first single…it’s been a blessing all the way through”

RUSH will be officially released as a free download via Soundcloud.com/soundsx360 on Tuesday March 8, International Women’s Day. Catch Anna Mariah on the RJR Cross Country Road Show on April 2 and 9 in Trelawny, St Ann, St Catherine, Westmoreland, St James and Hanover.

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Chip Off The Old Block: Meet The New Kids Of Dancehall x Reggae (Pt. 1)

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First they started out as the youth of the Dancehall/Reggae culture, now they’re parents with growing kids. It isn’t unusual for the child of an Entertainer to follow in their parent’s footsteps one way or the other as at times they bring a modern take on their parent’s creations, or create their own lane. Some of the most famous off springs include Stephen, Ziggy, and Damian “Junior Gong” Marley (Sons of Bob Marley), Chino and Di Genius (Sons of Freddie McGregor), Junior Tucker (Son of Jimmy Tucker), Morgan Heritage (Children of Denroy Morgan), Tarrus Riley (Son of Jimmy Riley), Queen Ifrica (Daughter of Derrick Morgan), Protoje (Son of Lorna Bennett), Chronixx (Son of Chronicle) and many more. Today in a few part series, I feature some of the new set of kids on the scene whose parents have covered much ground in their respective careers.

Kreema

1. K’reema

Famous Parent: King Yellow Man

Occupation: Singer/Songwriter

Twitter/IG: @KareemaMusic / @_k_reema

Single(s): Father’s Love, We Don’t Give A What

Runkus

2. Runkus

Famous Parent: Determine

Occupation: Reggae Artist

Twitter/IG: @Runkusinno

Single(s): Move Yuh Feet, Move In EP

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PRESS RELEASE: @Yoncia89 Believes It’s Our Time!

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Cashflow Records newly signed artiste Yoncia has released her single entitled ‘Our Time’ on Cashflow’s ‘Our Time Riddim’. The song speaks to embracing ones destiny and encourages listeners to avoid negativity. She shared, “This song means a lot to me. It acts as a means to motivate my fans and also myself”.

Since its release the single has been receiving great reviews. Yoncia who is born in St. Thomas Jamaica now resides in New Jersey where she is also promoting her new single. She said, “I have a growing fan base and I am super excited to tap into different markets here in Jamaica and abroad”. Her music has received rotations on Real Radio, 106.1 FM in New York, and Irie FM in Jamaica.

The up and coming artiste holds a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and Journalism from Montclair State University and entered the pageant world, competing for the title of Miss New Jersey USA both in 2010 and 2011. She believes that she epitomizes beauty and talent adding, “I am confident that I have the full package; I am a talented, beautiful and an intelligent lad, I believe my musical style is unique. I am here to make a difference as a female in the music industry”.

Yoncia teamed up with with Cashflow Records, Breadback Productions and 17th Street Production last year and has been working vigorously on several projects. While ‘Our Tine’ is her first official single, Yoncia is set to release singles such as ‘Where I’m From’, ‘Low mi’, ‘Neva Hurt Yuh’ and ‘Whine Pon Yuh’. These singles are all a part of her first EP entitled ‘She is Yoncia’. The EP is slated to be released in March 2016 by VPAL Music out of Queens New York.

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PRESS RELEASE: @NadeshaStarface Scheduled To Excite At Springbreak Event

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Breakout female Dancehall Artiste, Starface is set to light up the stage at Brit Jam 2016. The “Hold My Man” Singer is slated to perform at the “Cook Out Pool Party” which will be held at Wespow Park in Monetgo Bay.

Starface, who is signed to Canadian based label, Konsequence Muzik admits, “I am very excited about BritJam. It’s an event with good vibes, fun and free spirit, so I am happy they booked me for it. I can’t wait to unleash, and show the people what they didn’t get the chance to see at Sting. I feel like I owe it to my supporters, so I’ve already planned an exciting showcase.”

This performance on March 11th will mark Starface’s debut appearance in the second city of Montego Bay. The Brit-Jam annual event, will also feature: Blac Chyna, Beenie Man, Don Andre, Bounty Killer, Mavado, Gully Bop, I-Octane, Demarco, Aidonia, Tanto Blacks, Kymani Marley, Sizzla and Jahmiel.

Starface emerged on the scene after a racy performance at Sting 2015 that became the center of attention. It created the controversy that she was the main ingredient that coerced the police to pull the plug on the annual music festival. Starface was unable to finish her last major performance at Sting 2015, she now looks to complete for fans at BritJam.

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