STYLO G
Stylo G’s first initial hit was a grime song, ”My Yout”, featuring Stickman and Ice Kid. The song gained some notability within the grime scene. As a result of being in the UK, he collaborated with many UK rap and grime artists such as Giggs, Chip, Zeph Ellis, and
In 2011, Stylo G released ”Call Mi A Yardie”In 2012, Stylo G featured in the Red Bull Culture Clash alongside Rita Ora and Usher.[3]
On 26 May 2013, he released the single ”Soundbwoy”, his first UK Top 20 single. The song also reached number 29 in Scotland. In 2014, he appeared on the Clean Bandit song ”Come Over” which peaked at number 45 on the UK Singles Chart. In September 2014, he was nominated for a MOBO Award in the Best Reggae Act category.
In 2019, police raided an Airbnb residence Stylo G was staying at in Caymanas Estate, St Catherine in Jamaica. The police surrounded the house and showed a warrant, explaining they were looking for guns. After a 5 hour search, they found nothing.
ETANA
Once in a great while, the world is afforded with a powerful, soulful and unique voice of the people. The ever-so-talented songstress Etana “The Strong One” has emerged as this entity, representing one of Reggae music’s newest faces. Boasting a flawless soul-soaked voice, in just a few years, Etana has captivated and inspired legions of die hard fans. In addition to wooing listeners with her rich honey-laced vocals, Etana also proudly dons the hat of songwriter. The singer has boldly struck a chord with the masses, winning the hearts of the people one song at a time.Etana’s craft of developing Reggae music masterpieces spans beyond just a means of entertainment. Consistently, Etana addresses pressing issues in her music. And just like the “The Strong One” translation of her name, Etana’s messages are a force to be reckoned with. Crooning of oppression and injustices against all people, Etana never fails to motivate and inspire her audience. Although Etana’s music is often billed as “Roots Reggae,” her style undeniably transcends music genre and is also infused with hints of Jazz and R&B.
EEK-A-MOUSE
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Eek-A-Mouse began his music career when he was in college, releasing two roots reggae singles under his own name, which were produced by his mathematics tutor, Mr. Dehaney. These early works were influenced by the music of Pablo Moses.[1][2] He then went on to work for various sound systems over the next few years and also released a few more singles. He adopted the stage name ”Eek-A-Mouse” in 1979, taking the name of a racehorse he always bet on; it was a nickname his friends had used for some time.[2][3][4] He began recording for Joe Gibbs in 1979, having a hit straight away with ”Once a Virgin”, now showing the influence of Ranking Joe,[1] and this was soon followed with ”Wa-Do-Dem” (produced by Douglas Boothe), and ”Modelling Queen”, which began an association with Linval Thompson, who produced his debut Bubble Up Yu Hip album.[2]
By the end of 1980, he had linked up with producer Henry ”Junjo” Lawes, with whom he had big hits in 1981 with the likes of ”Virgin Girl” and a recut ”Wa-Do-Dem”.[3] In 1981, he was the star of the Reggae Sunsplash Festival, cheering audiences still mourning over the death of reggae icon Bob Marley.[4]
DON ANDRE
I was three-months-old – I was born in August and she died in October. Sometimes it’s hard, especially on Mother’s Day.
BRITAIN-BASED entertainer
Carlos ’Don André’ Robinson, who cruised into the dancehall spotlight with his hit record, Tom Cruise, and more recent single, Jog, discussed his recent success, life, and views on the industry with Youthlink.
Youthlink (YL): Who is
Don André?
Don André (DA): Don André is a normal ghetto youth, originally from Kingston 13, Jamaica – Waltham Park Road to be pre-cise. I migrated to England at 13 years old in search of a better life. I went to school there – college (sixth form), university
– so I’m highly intellectual.
YL: What was it like to transition from Jamaica to the United Kingdom?
DA: It was very good getting to experience a different culture, a different type of livity, so to
BAY-C (T.O.K)
Bay-C is a seasoned artiste from the shores of Jamaica. Formerly of renowned quartet TOK, Bay-C has written, recorded and produced some of Jamaica’s biggest selling music for the past 15 years. His instantly recognisable bass voice is coveted by many and is the inspiration behind his artiste name Bay-C ( pronounced bass-ee).
Signature lines such as ’Man A Badman’, ’Solid as a Rock’ and the infamous ’My Crew My Dawgs’ have stamped Bay-C as an ace dj that is gifted with a voice that compliments almost any beat, regardless of genre or tempo.
In addition to being a famous recording artiste, Bay-C is the CEO of his Bombrush Records. The label has produced hits for Tarrus Riley, Gyptian, TOK, Vybz Kartel, Mavado, Bounty Killa, Beenie Man, Damian Marley, Bunji Garlin, Machel Montano, Lady Saw, Alaine and a slew of other acts. The label is also the parent company for the Blue Mountain Music Festival, a premier camping and musical festival held in the highest mountains of Jamaica every February.
