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Country of Origin: Jamaica
Genre/Style: Contemporary Dancehall
Label Affiliation: Indie
The fast-rising star has always had a passion for music. He recorded his first song called "Haterade" at his home with just a microphone and software called Acid Pro. Initially, he went on to work with producer Markus Myrie, son of reggae icon Buju Banton and recorded tracks such as "Grades", "Work and Party" feat. Flexxx, "Quick N Easy", "Dem Strange", "Di Highest" to name a few.
D'East has also worked with producers Dre Day and Kris Beatz and has released "Di Firey 1" mixtape which subsequently became a fan favorite. The name D'East in reflection means figuratively, the sun that rises in the east, the son whose aim is to rise in splendor to new heights.
For D'East, music is not only about making rhymes it is also a means of educating and instill positivity on young, impressionable minds. With a natural drive to make music coupled with determination, D'East is well on his way to becoming an icon in the Jamaican music industry. His strong vocals and vivacious personality have warmed the hearts of fans all over. As he continues to grow D'East has found his niche and is certainly one of the promising reggae/dancehall artistes to look out for.
Country of Origin: Jamaica
Genre/Style: Non-Traditional Dancehall
Label Affiliation: Indie
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Country of Origin: Jamaica
Genre/Style: Neo-Roots Reggae
Label Affiliation: Indie
Jah Izrehl's musical background aligns with his uncle Little Twitch a popular deejay in the 1980s. He honed his skill as a singer/songwriter during his formative years at school as well as acknowledge and adhere to the Rastafarian faith. A lover of music, Jah Izrehl is an ardent fan of underground rap/hip-hop music as well as the music of Steel Pulse, Ziggy Marley, and Lee Scratch Perry.
Jah Izrehl toasting experience began on one the founding sound systems of reggae music, Stur Gav. His deep roots and knowledge of genre developed from watching eminent DJ Josey Wales and Brigadier Jerry.
In 2014 Jah Izrehl met Navino from popular dancehall artist Aidonia's J.O.P. camp who motivated him and boosted his self-confidence. Jah Izrehl also founded independent label, Astro Music and have worked with producer Jovi Dupree releasing singles, Music A Mad Mi, On My Way and Better Dan That.
In 2015 he met Bredroc Music boss Audley 'Breddie' Allen who manages reggae artist Sophia Squire. He was introduced by his son and producer, Raheem Allen. Jah Izrehl started working with the label and alongside Sophia Squire gaining exposure from performing live on major events, Reggae Sumfest, Rebel Salute and The St. Ann Kite Festival.
Bredroc Music formed an alliance with Global Flex Records to undertake the artist managerial responsibilities. This talented reggae singjay is poised for a major break in the reggae/dancehall industry. His aim is to saturate the genres fan bases with motivational and inspiring messages. Jah Izrehl is a street fire-brand who is authentic and musically aligned with the poor and downtrodden. Give him your ears and your mind will follow.
Artist: Sativa D Black1
Country of Origin: Jamaica
Genre/Style: Reggae/Dancehall
Label Affiliation: Indie
Growing up in D-Side District Sativa D Black1's upbringing both humbled and humor him at the same time. His mother, a household helper, and market vendor and father, a bus driver, occupied a one bedroom shack with their five children. Life could not get tougher for the family, Derrick Smith was never home and Sativa's mother was overworked, underpaid and stressed. Sativa, his brothers, and sister faced humiliation almost daily from kids at school. They were mocked for wearing clothes that always seem to draw just too much attention as well as their overall living conditions which made going to school an uphill task.
Linstead All Age (now Primary and Junior High) and Bog Walk Secondary schools would become the most of schooling Sativa D Black1 got with education. At age 15 he intentionally dropped out of Bog Walk Secondary at the end of the first term, yielded by the need to seek employment so he could assist his depressed mother. He took a job at a supermarket in the town where he worked for 10 years.
The 34 years old dread-locked entertainer resisted the temptation to part-take in school football competitions during his formative years due to poverty-stricken conditions but jumped at a second opportunity years later and became known as the skillful Forward, 'Tommy Skunk' in the parish. The name he took on from a joke between him and a friend about an elder who would pay them $10 to run errands before he ended up in prison. The football competitions he played were also fun but he would excel as his passion and skill propelled him in the sport from a minor to national league player. Tommy Skunk then created a major opportunity for himself but the mental defect of his unfortunate past overrode a once in a lifetime opportunity. After the first training session with National league team Rivioli, Sativa D Black 1 walked away.
Nonetheless, the multi-talented dread-locked entertainers' suffering and tribulations made him compassionate coupled with the warmth of the people in and around his community, nightlife activities such as a 'penny concert', clubbing and amenities the busy town of Lindstead offers positively impacted his life. Music and entertainment overshadowed the difficult times so he alluded to it.
He formed an alliance with friends who were also relentless in their efforts to get heard and started selecting on a sound system called Upsetta. From there Sativa D Black1 gained experience mixing deejays as they toasted live. The move would become a launch pad for his own career as one fateful Friday night he was coaxed into showing off his own talent and came to realize his true potential.
Influenced by the likes of Capleton, Sizzla and Bounty Killer, Sativa D Black1 strong vocals, playful lyrics, and charisma quickly captured the hearts of his 'parishioners'. The name Tommy Skunk stuck with him only for a while as it was deemed 'inappropriate' when he entered the Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall competition in 2012. He renamed himself, Sativa which was used to describe 'high energy marijuana' and added 'D Black1' to distinguish himself from a female artiste also of the same name. Sativa D Black1 did not make it as a finalist in the highly publicized Magnum competition but would have benefited from its massive exposure across the island.
In 2015 Sativa D Black1 released his first recording, "No AK" and 'Elders' produced by Hungry Mouth Production. He then went on to record and release another track entitled 'Know Jah' on the Wade Wade Productions label. But it was his signing with New York-based CharmB Productions label that made a positive impact on his career. In 2016 he released a single called, "Petty Thief" on the YGF Recording label which created quite a stir before releasing his first official single "Ungrateful" off his 2017 EP of the same title produced by CharmB Productions.
This St. Catherine native Shaun 'Sativa D Black1' Smith has truly made his mark. His impressive stagecraft, clarity, high energy, and witty lyrics set him apart from his peers and proves he's definitely here to stay!.
Artiste Name: Papi Kat
Country of Origin: Jamaica
Genre/Style: Reggae/Dancehall
Label Affiliation: Indie
Papi Kat was always prepared to go after what he wanted or whatever it takes to elevate himself. He would also hustle in the streets selling bag juice, clothing, and fruits in Half Way Tree, Kingston just to get by. This lifestyle he adopted due to financial constraints his parents experienced. By age 18 Papi Kat was a seasoned street vendor and having accepted such way of life, he wasted no time feeling sorry about his situation.
In 2014 Papi Kat recorded 5 singles in the studio in between his day job working as a Gardener. He subsequently released two of the songs entitled, 'Black Woman' and 'Ghetto Youth Rise Up' inspired by real-life experiences. The 25-year-old sing-jay eager to succeed performed at the annual Kite Festival in Ocho Rios in April 2015 and the Taylor Hall Cultural Show Concert in February of the same year at the University of the West Indies to exciting applause.
In an interview on NewsTalk 93 FM radio station in Kingston, Papi Kat when asked how he sees himself in another 5 years said, "I see myself as a household name in Jamaica and the reggae/dancehall music industry on a whole." Check out this single, 'Hush Mama' independently produced by Papi Kat and featuring a singer known as Renzo. The song which he independently produced is inspired by real-life experience, the death of his brother. Click Soundcloud player above.
Bursting with energy, Jazzy wears many hats in the music world, including singer, songwriter, producer (sound and video), promoter, and fan. Officially, he currently holds the title of Creative Director at SMG Productions, which was recently signed to Shady Universal under a publishing contract.
To date, he released numerous singles, some of which have gained prominence in the dancehall scene, like "Plainclothes" and the album Jazzifrass, which features an eclectic mix of dancehall, hip-hop, and reggae. Throughout his career, he has shared the stage with artists such as Maxi Priest, Capelton, Luciano, and the legendary Sugar Minot. His most recent collaboration "Ride In" with Ding Dong, recorded at Gargamel Studio in Kingston, Jamaica is sure to be the next big summer anthem. To hear and download Jazzy's music, check out www.kingjazzy.com