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 3 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.
1. The Wizard (The Wixard)
Famous Parent: Beres Hammond
Occupation: Producer, DJ, Singer, Songwriter
Twitter/IG: @TheWizardJA
Single(s): The Wizard EP – Nuh Behavior Ep. 1, Toppanaris
2. Garnet Silk Jr.
Famous Parent: Garnet Silk
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter
Twitter/IG: @GarnetJrMusic
Single(s): All I Desire, Zion Awaits
Continue reading “Chip Off The Old Block: Meet The New Kids Of Dancehall x Reggae (Pt. 3)”
Stepping on the scene is Singer/Producer Natassja Hammond a.k.a. The Wizard with a new single. Titled “Toppanaris” and self produced, Wiz speaks about being the original one around, separating herself from everyone, how she has a commanding presence and should be treated like royalty and will always step out like a champion. I like the production and her delivery on this one. I’ll admit I’m late to her music but I know she’s a part of the team that brought you 