Tag: Beenie Man

Moses Davis, better known by his stage moniker Beenie Man was born in the tough Waterhouse district of Kingston, Jamaica on August 22, 1973. He is noted as one of Jamaica’s most innovative artist, whose recording career dates back to 1981. At the age of eight, he took first prize at the national Tastee Talent contest which would lead to TV/radio appearances and recording contracts.

His career gained momentum after a performance at the Reggae Sunsplash festival in 1992, and a rivalry with Bounty Killer began the following year after Beenie Man was accused of stealing Bounty Killer’s style and catch phrases. The rivalry was captured on the 1994 album Guns Out, with the two artists settling the feud during a soundclash.

Beenie Man had his first number one single in Jamaica in 1993 with “Matie”, and won the DJ of the Year Award the same year, the first of eight consecutive awards. In 1994, he was signed by Island Records and released the critically acclaimed album Blessed, which was his fifth studio album and featured an array of hits, including the dancehall smash “Slam.” “Slam” peaked at number 33 on the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart. This album was the first to receive an international release and was responsible for establishing his reputation internationally.

The year 1995 found Beenie Man working with Jamaica’s top producers, recording a slew of singles and securing several collaborations with the likes of Dennis Brown, Tristan Palmer, Lady Saw, Sanchez, Mad Cobra and Lieutenant Stitchie. Beenie Man’s career took another turn in 1996 when he released his seventh studio album Maestro, produced by Patrick Roberts. Maestro peaked at number 3 on the U.S Billboard Top Reggae Albums chart.

The following year proved to be his break out year in both Britain and the United States, when his and Chevelle Franklin’s “Dance Hall Queen” bounced up the British charts while its follow-up, “Who Am I”, gave way for his first international hit.

“Who Am I” quickly went Gold and peaked at number 15 on the Billboard’s R&B chart in 1998. It opened the doors for the world to see a new reggae star in the pages of Newsweek and other major media outlets. The same year, Beenie Man topped the Jamaican singles chart with seven different singles.

The autobiographical, Grammy-nominated Many Moods of Moses album features a number of these smashes, including “Oysters & Conch” and “Foundation.” The album peaked at number 1 on the Billboard 200 Top Reggae Albums chart. Beenie Man could now do no wrong.

From the mid to late 1990s, Beenie Man dominated the Jamaican charts; even venturing into film when he appeared as himself in the 1997 film Dancehall Queen.

In 1998 he was signed to Virgin Records by the label’s A&R, Patrick Moxy, on the strength of the Billboard charting single “Who Am I”. Under that deal, he released the albums Art & Life which earned him his Grammy Award in 2000.

His subsequent Billboard R&B-charting titles include “Tell
Me” (with Angie Martinez), “Love Me Now” featuring Wyclef Jean, “I’m Serious” featuring rapper TI, “Fresh From Yard” featuring Lil Kim, “Girls Dem Sugar” featuring R&B singer Mya, “Feel it Boy” featuring Janet Jackson, “Dude” with Ms Thing, “King Of The Dancehall”, “Hmm Hmm”, “Compton” with Guerilla Black and “Soul On Fire” with soca artiste KMC.

Beenie Man received an impressive number of international music awards including a MOBO Award for Best International Reggae Act in 1998, while remaining at the top of the local charts.

His contribution to Dancehall Music was officially recognized by the Jamaican entertainment industry when we was formally crowned King of Dancehall in 2009 at Reggae Sumfest.

In 2010, Beenie Man released the EP I’m Drinking/Rum & Red Bull, which included four songs, “I’m drinking Rum and Red Bull”, “I’m Okay”, and two versions of “Stack and Pile”. “I’m Drinking Rum and Red Bull” features Future Fambo.

Today, much of Beenie Man’s story remains untold. Much of his success stems from him being a true entertainer with the ability to withstand the test of time. His music is timeless. He is a prime example of an artiste never losing touch with his fans. He proudly embraces his Jamaican roots and for that, he remains the reigning “King of the Dancehall” in his country, the Caribbean and across the world.

Demarco – Melody – Ineffable Records

Demarco - Melody - Ineffable Records

After years of making music, the artist, producer, director Demarco released his highly anticipated debut album Melody on Oct 22nd, 2021. The project is defined by its melodic sensibilities, and that also vibes with the name of Demarco’s newborn daughter Melody. Her image is featured as a reflection in his sunglasses on the cover art.

Demarco teamed up with California-based Ineffable Records for the release. The 16 track album includes impressive features from Sean Paul, Konshens, Sarkodie, Spice, Shaggy, Stephen Marley, Chronic Law, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, and Ky-Mani Marley.

The song “Do It Again,” featuring Shaggy, has an accompanying music video that was premiered the same day as the album release via music, style, and culture giant The Fader. Shaggy plays a bartender in this wink to his hit ” It Wasn’t Me.

World Press Riddim – Sponge Music

World Press Riddim - Sponge Music

Title: World Press Riddim
Various Artists: Alkaline, Beenie Man, I-Octane, Bugle & more
Label: Sponge Music @sponge_1music
https://onerpm.ffm.to/worldpress

Falvour – Flavour Of Africa (Album)

Falvour - Flavour Of Africa (Album)

Flavour of Africa is Flavour’s first body of work since 2018. He enlists top artists such as Beenie Man, Fally Ipupa, Phyno and Tekno on the 16-tracker. The album celebrates African music in its most pure form, with a deliberate fusion of other music genres. Flavour delivers every tune on the album with that unmistakable vibe he is known for. There’s a song for everyone in the album, and it is truly the flavour of Africa. https://onerpm.lnk.to/flavourofafrica

Teetimus X Beenie Man – Gyallis Routine

Teetimus X Beenie Man - Gyallis Routine

Check out the newest single from Musician, Producer and Recording artist Teetimus featuring the King of the Dancehall Beenie Man. The single ‘Gyallis Routine’ is the first single from Teetimus’ upcoming EP called Bad Radio.

Bulby York – Heart Crafted – VPAL Music

Bulby York - Heart Crafted - VPAL Music

Acclaimed Producer/Engineer Bulby York releases his 3rd album titled Heartcrafted.

Bulby York’s highly anticipated album ‘Heartcrafted’ features Jimmy Cliff, Beres Hammond, Sanchez, Maxi Priest, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Busy Signal, Charly Blacks, Rying King , Stylo G, Etana, Tifa and others.

Kingston, Jamaica (Shuzzr) – As reggae-dancehall music continues to evolve and influence other genres, cultures, movements, and people across the world, to date, it stands unparalleled to any other worldwide. The treasured genre which spans several decades, not just chronicle an islands evolution and its influence globally but promotes the tenants of Rastafarianism whilst strengthening the voice of the oppressed.

On September 18th, 2020, renowned producer Collin ‘Bulby’ York will release his third album titled “Heartcrafted” on his label Bulby York Music. The compilation which features industry icons such as Jimmy Cliff, Beres Hammond, Maxi Priest, Sanchez, Dean Fraser, Tanto Metro & Devonte, Capleton, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer is balanced with a few youthful stalwarts such as Busy Signal, Agent Sasco, Etana, Tifa, Konshens, Cecile, Stylo G, Rygin King and a few others.

The album ‘Heartcrafted’ which can be described as a time capsule for future generations, captures not just the traditional sounds of reggae and dancehall but also gives its audience previously released materials with some of the industry’s most prolific, and successful artiste to date, bridging old school voices with a few from the freshman class.

The 17-track compilation which takes you on a musical journey across the breadth and depth of the islands luscious landscape, captures the sounds and melodies that echoes through the mountains and valleys chanted by its people, the pulse of a nation.

Bulby York who is a renowned musical architect as the genre went mainstream in the early 2000s, worked with some of the industry’s rising stars which positioned him to engineering tracks for No Doubt’s double-platinum Rocksteady album, as well as Sean Paul’s era-defining dancehall classic, Dutty Rock.

As time progressed, Bulby’s talent was revered by many, as his talent was noticed which led to other top Jamaican producers like Winston Riley, Steely and Clevie, as well as Sly and Robbie, enlisting him to engineer other productions. This led to him working with/for international artiste like Chaka Khan, Cyndi Lauper and Sinead O’Connor and is credited to several other noteworthy projects such as Bounty Killer’s “Suspense” and Beenie Man’s “Memories” which influenced Grammy-award winning rapper/producer Kanye West single “I’m In It,” from his 2013’s critically-acclaimed Yeezus album.

York who in 2016 released his debut project titled ‘Epic & Ting’ on Greensleeves Record also followed up with ‘Master Blaster’ in 2018 to rave reviews on his own label Bulby York Music.

‘Heartcrafted’ is distributed by VPAL Music, a subsidiary of VP Records and can be considered as a testament to the legacy of the late reggae icon ‘Toots’ Hibbert plus other reggae-dancehall industry icons.

“I have poured my heart and soul into this project and now its here for the world to hear, see and enjoy. Each track has its own meaning and history, just as how each parish in Jamaica captures a piece of what Jamaica represents. I have worked with some of our nation’s best, national treasures and this project captures not just our musical history but who we are” states Bulby York.

Fresh Prince Of JA Riddim – Money Matters Entertainment

Fresh Prince Of JA Riddim - Money Matters Entertainment

The Fresh Prince of JA Riddim is a dancehall / hip-hop fusion riddim compilation produced by News of Money Matters Entertainment/Dutty Rock Productions. The riddim features world-renowned reggae singer, Tarrus Riley with the title track ‘The Fresh Prince Of JA’, dancehall trendsetter Chi Ching Ching with ‘Into Me’, Future Fambo returns with ‘YA YA YA YA YA YA’ and Sotto Bless with ‘Never Leave’. The Fresh Prince of JA Riddim is set to make waves as the songs are fresh, edgy and has a unique vibe that is characteristic of all good dancehall/hip hop party beats. It is obvious that News is the son of Michigan of the 80’s chart-topping dynamic duo Michigan & Smiley who had the hit ‘Diseases’ because Tarrus Riley alluded to it in the title track. He is currently the Label Manager for Sean Paul’s Dutty Rock Productions and has spearheaded the production of riddims such as No Caption Riddim Callaloo Riddim and Gang Gang Riddim to name a few.

Bulby York – Wiggle Wiggle Feat. Malica & Beenie Man

Bulby York - Wiggle Wiggle Feat. Malica & Beenie Man

Just in time for the summer season and your favorite playlist, “Wiggle Wiggle” delivers an updated version of a nostalgic favorite dancehall era. “I’ve noticed a lot of conversations about where dancehall is today with some raving about it and others not so much. I’ve also noticed a lot of credit being given to places and people with no regard to the Jamaican originators. Personally, I consider the new wave of “dancehall” as a subgroup of the 90s sound many are longing for.” – Malica. “Because of this I felt it was imperative to carry on the dancehall sound while still integrating some of my Fusion style in my vocal delivery. Teaming up with my co-writers Crystal Tais, Abe Williams Jr, Charles “Dr Do” Davids & Hamali helped solidify the “happy effect” that you find in some of the most popular dancehall songs. I feel it’s imperative that even if we create other new and incredible styles we can’t neglect the pioneering sounds by straying too far from the mold. Who better to do that with than Bulby York & The KING of The Dancehall Beenie Man.”

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