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Bam Bam a 1982 hit by legendary Dancehall singer Sister Nancy surged to No. 1 on Reggae song charts after it was featured in an episode of Netflix's popular crime drama, Ozark, which was
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Beenie Man: “We Need To Keep The Authenticity Of Dancehall”
Veteran Dancehall deejay Beenie Man has expressed annoyance that the genre simply isn’t the same anymore, because of the amalgamation of genres by young artists.
“We need to keep the authenticity of Dancehall, brethren,” the 48-year-old entertainer told UK-based radio presenter and DJ Robbo Ranx, as he questioned the effectiveness of merging international genres with Dancehall.
“Dancehall nuh authentic no more. Dancehall a HipHop, and short drop, and one next drop and wah other drop, and dem nah mek no one drop enuh. The youth dem nah gwaan bad…dem a gwaan like dem nuh learn. Yuh cyaa come inna a business weh yuh doe learn bout. Yuh cyaa come inna a business weh yuh nuh know bout. Yuh just come fi change a music, weh yuh nuh know bout yet? Dat nuh mek nuh sense,” the Girls Dem Sugar deejay added.
He also said many young Jamaican acts are ignorant as to how the business works.
“A nuh ill-informed. You cannot come inna man business, weh yuh nuh know bout man business and a try change man business. So weh you woulda seh, weh we did a do inna the 90s did a foolishness? So you come fi mek the music better? So why we nah go no further? Why we nah get no higher? Why we nah get no better? Unuh go weh and come outta man business.”
A passionate Beenie Man, who has been in the business for almost four decades, emphasized the importance of learning the roots of the game, before attempting to become part of the rigorous industry.
“Nuh badda hitch nuh ride. Yuh haffi know weh the bus a come from…suppose a pure murderer inna the bus? Yah go tun murderer? The youths dem nowadays nuh show Dancehall no respect. We cyaa beat dem enuh; but dem nuh show the business no respect.”
The King of the Dancehall did not shy away from naming those whom he deemed as ‘accomplished’ in the modern-day. He even said that only those who stay committed to the genre from day one can classify themselves as true Dancehall acts.
“Popcaan and Aidonia dem, dem a the last artists weh buss…Chronixx buss inna Dancehall and then him tun Reggae international star. Koffee do the same thing, then them tun Reggae international star. That’s why we a the dancehall artists cause we stay. A dat dancehall artist mean enuh—all who stay with the people, inna the struggle and fight the struggle. A dat it mean.”
Watch Robbo Ranx’s full interview with Beenie Man below
Bounty Killer
The veteran deejay described himself as, “revitalized, realigned and recharged” adding that while he knew he would retire, he had no idea what he would take on during retirement.
“I’m revitalized realigned and recharged. It’s gonna be musical magic I got 10yrs more in music after that I’m not sure what I will be doing but for this anchor leg it’s all venom,” Killer said in response to a fan who flooded him with praises, noting that he believed 2022 would be a good year for the artiste.
Born Rodney Price, Bounty Killer, burst on to the music scene in the 90s. Since the 90s , he has been a staple within the industry, known most for his lyrical prowess.
Killer’s delayed King of Kingston album is expected to be released in 2022.
BIOGRAPHY
TIEA KIRSCNER most popularly known as PERKIEPERF which means “vibrant personality” is an independent reggae/dancehall music recording artist, song writer. Hail from the bread winning parish of St Elizabeth, Jamaica. Currently living in the state of California, USA. She started off as one of international super star ANTHONY B’s backup singers and later on went solo, she has achieved success in her country of Jamaica as well as massive success in various international markets. She released singles “GIRLS NIGHT OUT” 2016 alongside others “GRIME” 2021 just to name a few, Also her first official EP IN 2021 entitled “CONCOCTION” Produced by Brownbossmusiq record label. Chosen and destined to make a change in every listener’s lives, her artistry has also been a personal therapy for the artist. With a versatile catalog of music, some of her inspiration most frequently pisses off a lot of people “they either love me or hate me” she said, but generally receives good reviews from several critics. PERKIEPERF is ready to bring her talent to the world stage.
Troy Anthony Birth Name: Troy Anthony Desilva Birth Place and Date: Bermuda, October 16, 1974
- Troy Anthony was born in the little island of Bermuda where his love for reggae music began to develop at the age of ten. He started out around the house listening to old greats like Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, Third World, and many others. When asked why reggae stood out to him, he replied, "reggae is the only music that I could relate to that reflects my island roots, and in my opinion, the only music that has such powerful heartfelt messages to complement the rough but sweet sound." At the age of eighteen, his love for singing began to grow as he would practice often, experimenting with different vocal ranges and styles. At the age of 21, Troy Anthony had an experience that would change his life forever. On the night of his twenty-first birthday, he and some friends were in a terrible car crash that would claim the life of a close friend who was also celebrating his birthday that night. This tragic event pushed the ambitious singer to start writing songs expressing his inner thoughts with conscious lyrics. He went a step further and began recording and getting air play on the local stations and was approached by the island's top promoter who asked him to open a few shows featuring artist like Luciano, Morgan Heritage, Sizzla, Anthony B., and Mikey General to name a few. This experience inspired him and he knew it was his place to be a reggae artist. But still trying to cope with the death of his friend the singer began seeking answers to questions that only God could solve. In January of 1999, his questions were answered in a little church on the same street that claimed his friend's life. Now a Christian husband and father of two, he is today more determined than ever to bring to the people good music with a strong message of encouragement,
