Rivah Jordan Bio Tradition is defined as the passing down of elements of a culture from generation to generation, especially by oral communication. Suprising then it is not, that a son may follow in the footsteps of his father, especially when the element of culture is one of vocal expression. All 3 of Jack Radics sons will readily display their talent for crafting lyrics and melodies to create a listening experience with both rehearsed pieces and off the cuff freestyles, the elder two of them teaming up to form the group Sound Killaz. The younger of that pair being Rivah Jordan, Soundkillaz vocalist, producer and beatmaker. Kingston has been his home since returning to Jamaica, the place where he grew up and can recall his earliest of childhood memories, in 2006. He lived in London England, the place he was born for 10 years before, and it was here that his musical journey began. Most of his life he has spent between the 2 places. Music was not always the focus for Rivah Jordan, who used to play basketball for England at under 16 level, and it was around the age of 16 music began to be the focus of his attention. First writing lyrics and then making rhythms, which led to engineering and mixing. The requirements of the modern day musician coupled with advances in technology since his fathers era of making music, gave way for the opportunity to begin building his own studio, something which in times gone by may have been near impossible. Since returning to Jamaica with his studio, he has achieved his dream of recording artists such as his Father Jack Radics, Anthony Red Rose, Mykal Rose and many other artists including Prezident Brown, whose "Do Thy Work" Ep will be released on Sound Killaz Music. Kingston being what Rivah Jordan calls "The Mecca" of Reggae music, is the place where he has worked with producers like Reggae Legends Sly and Robbie, Fatta "Fat Eyes" Marshall, Fattis "X-Terminator" Burrell, "Computer" Paul Henton and Jack Scorpio amongst others. Rivah Jordan is still working with his brother as Sound Killaz making albums, as well as having done work in the Jamaican music video industry with Ras Tingle and his TD films, and the likes of Ras Kassa to name a few. Working on videos for artists such as Taurus Riley and many others. Working as SoundKillaz with his brother they been shooting and directing their own videos since around 2004 when they shot the "Ride On" video, which happened to be their first, Lonely and Farmer Joe from the Album "JA RYDAZ" followed an incredible 5 years later in 2009, although they were shot in 2007. Rivah Jordan puts this down to life's journeys and having to relocate the studio in 2008, also they have previously worked with the BBC. Now he is filming an editing music videos and footage for his most recent endeavour: Sound Killaz TV. The first music video was released in October 2011 and featured italian regaae icon Fido Guido, performing the single "A Tutte Vanne" from his latest album. All that as well as taking many pictures, some of which have already appeared on the front of Jamaican newspapers. In 2011 alone Rivah Jordan has performed in many countries, his most memorable performance in Jamaica being alongside his father at Rebel Salute, which he said was a very good start to the year and a sign of things to come. His collaboration with Prezident Brown has taken him from the shores of California, to Denver and many other states on the western coast of the U.S.A. and the summer brought on The Chiemsee Reggae Festival in Germany, as part of Prezident Brown and U Brown's European Summer Tour, which also visited Switzerland and other countries in Europe. Raffo Fest in Taranto saw Rivah Jordan perform in front of a crowd of over 10,000 alongside Fido Guido, who he did many other festivals and shows with in the southern part of Italy, to add to some solo appearances where booked to Headline as Rivah Jordan. In his words music is a mission and not a competition and he looks forward to carrying on the tradition that has been handed down to him as best he can, continuing to uphold the values his father taught him, which state that Music is supposed to inform, educate and entertain. Collaborations include : Sly and Robbie, Jack Radics, Anthony Red Rose, Mykal Rose, Governo Sombra, Foriegn Beggars, Fido Guido, Lotek Hifi, New Flesh, Part 2, Roots Manouvre, Dolby D, The 1 Shanti, Dum Dum Project, Henry P, Marcus I , Everton Chambers, G.S.D Krew and Prezident Brown to name a few. Rivah Jordan has performed in : Sheperd Bush Empire, the Jazz Cafe, The Forum and Cargo to name a few venues in London, also in Brighton, Oxford, Great Yarmouth, Bristol, Birmingham, Glasgow, California, Utah, Denver, Munich, Cologne, Oslo, Geneva, Rome, Bologna,Pescara, Taranto, Lecce, Porto, Amsterdam and Negril to name a few places... Performed alongside or opened up for : Jack Radics, Governo Sombra, Joseph Hill, Prezident Brown, Tony Rebel, Toots and the Maytals, Beres Hammond, Queen Ifrica, Fido Guido, Mama Marjas, Moddi, Lotek Hifi, New Flesh, Roots Manouvre, Mavado TY, Talib Kweli, Foriegn Beggars , Marcus I, Sanjay, Rootz Underground, Mutabaruka, Swallow, DubbleEdge, Skrein, SkinnyMan, Klashnekoff, Focused Few, Raymond Wright, Pure Love Sound, Zakalicious, TLD Krew and Mad Kid to name a few notable press: DJ magazine, IDJ magazine, Vibe magazine, Gargamel magazine, Future Music magazine, Pride magazine,Touch magazine, Hip Hop Connection and Search magazine as well as other magazines. Recieved airplay in the UK, U.S.A, Jamaica [Irie fm included], Italy, Australia and Portugal Appeared on tv in the UK, Holland and Jamaica Promotional Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEtPOxW8M3U Buy : Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/Jah-Works-Rivah-Jordan/dp/B00AIDNNEY I-tunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/jah-works/id583653460 Youtube Playlist : http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwQkCE1JGwZASItu-tJ5JVtPqTy3JKf8E Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRivahJordan Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/rivah-jordan Ourstage - EPK : http://www.ourstage.com/RivahJordan/epk Reverbnation : https://www.reverbnation.com/rivahjordan
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QSHAN DEYA’ (Jah Humble Servant) the "VOLCANO TRUMPET" Jah humble servant Qshan Deya’ born Kellis Quashie of Sugar Hill, Union Island in St. Vincent and the Grenadines... His professional career began in 1999 in Brooklyn, New York, where he recorded his first single titled "Journey". In 2001, his debut album "Journey" was also released. The acclaimed album featured Yami Bolo and Richie Spice. Qshan later embarked on a US Tour with the Star Trail Family where he opened for Anthony B. Poised as a force to be reckoned with, his compelling lyrical content and stage presence easily commands an audience. His vocal range allows him to touch the high pitches of Al Green and the deep baritones of Barry White. He has often been compared with Dennis Brown, Luciano and Peter Tosh. Qshan Deya’ visited Jamaica for the first time on July 23rd, 2002, where he got the opportunity to meet with renown producer Bobby Digital resulting his first lovers rock hit "Show Me The Love" that made #1 in New York 2003 on the WLIB 1190 AM Caribbean radio station. Driven with a passion to excel in his craft, Qshan Deya’ made an informed decision to trod to the Island of Jamaica again in 2010 to absorb from the sources at the root of the Reggae Music Industry. While there, he met with established music producer Garfield "Sampalue" Phillips of Diamond Rush Productions who was instrumental to the foundation and development of the career of Marion "Lady Saw" Hall as her manager and producer. Qshan Deya’ and Sampalue developed an instant camaraderie with music being the driving force. It took no time for them to get into the recording studio where ideas were forged to produce tracks. A mutual friendship was also established which saw Qshan Deya’ being the newest artiste signed with Diamond Rush Productions. Qshan Deya’ was given the opportunity to perform on Pepsi Rebel Salute 2011. His performance piqued the interest of media professionals and patrons alike. His commanding stage presence kept the patrons engaged especially his resonating voice and his lyrical onslaught on topics relating to life issues and society. This opened up the doors for him to be part of the 2011 RE/Coke Zero School Tour held in Jamaica every year among the celebrating acts in reggae, enlightening the youngsters about pro-social messages like "Abstinence" and "It’s Never Too Late to Pull it Up". Qshan Deya’ participated in the 2011 JCDC festival/popular song competition in Kingston, Jamaica, for the first time ever making both semi-finals and finals and making history to be the first ever OECS (Organization of Eastern Caribbean States) and non-Jamaican artiste to have ever entered in such prestigious competition in Jamaica and get such warm and welcoming response bridging the gap between the two region. This opened many doors for Qshan Deya’ including the sold out show in Rochester, NY, where he performed with Beres Hammond and Wayne Wonder on their US Tour. Qshan Deya’ also performed at the RWIFO Carifesta held in August 2011, also in Rochester, NY. The "Volcano Trumpet" QD also made a stunning appearance at Reggae Rhythm and Blues show held in Queens NY at the Roy Wilkins Park in September, 2011, among stars like Baby Face, Monica, Machel Montano HD, Tarrus Riley, Mavado, I-Octane, Leroy Sibbles and more. Qshan Deya’ was very well received in the West coast during his album promotion tour in Spring 2013 at the several shows in California alongside Warrior King, Tony Rebel, Queen Ifrica and Luciano. In June 2012, Qshan Deya' had digitally released his long-awaited 17-track debut album ''Love Govern Us All'' featuring the likes of Tony Rebel, Half Pint, Lady G and more. He is currently promoting his album globally, touching places like USA, UK, CANADA and more. Some of the most current releases include the song “Disappointment” on Bobo Thing Riddim alongside Luciano, U-Roy & Capleton, followed by “Live and Learn” on Queen Majesty Riddim featuring Sizzla, George Nooks & Luthan Fyah. Another great newer release is “Victim of the System” on Naya Drama Riddim produced in Germany alongside Junior Kelly, Natural Black & Conrad Crystal. Finally the newest hit song released by Qshan Deya’ is “State of Emergency” on Who Can’t Hear Must Feel Riddim compilation, alongside artists like Everton Blener, Jah Bouks, Richie Spice and Luciano, produced in Kingston, Jamaica. In Winter 2013, Qshan Deya’ will be releasing a brand new acoustic album called “Your Love”. Qshan's unique gift as a vocalist exemplifies a man blessed by the Almighty JAH RasTafari not only for his high value of spirituality and family, but also his undeniable faith as a SIMEON (tribe) to achieve. Q - Quashie SHAN - from the suffix of nation "tion spelt like it’s pronounce shan DEYA’ - from the Jamaica slang "deh ya" but spelt differently, with the concept of Amharic using the "de" the 5th family from the D sound in the FIDEL and "ya" the 1st family from the Y sound. ITunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/love-govern-us-all/id533139423 Reverbnation http://www.reverbnation.com/qshandeyamusic Twitter http://www.twitter.com/1qshandeya Soundcloud http://www.soundcloud.com/qshandeya YouTube www.youtube.com/qshandeya1 For bookings contact: In U.S & Europe: Garfield "Sampalue" Phillips at [email protected] Phone number: (585) 360-4434 & (201) 275-5495 In Jamaica & Caribbean: (876) 402-3902
TURBAN X BIO. Born north of Kingston, Jamaica, in the Parish of St. Andrew, Turban X (Warren Whyte) grew up as one of ten children. With such a large family, the struggles of life were eminent, but the only thing that had kept him going was the sweet sound of reggae music. Turban X's mother, even though she didn't have much to give her children, she gave them all she had, God. His mother would ensure that the children went to church and afterwards she would quiz them on bible verses which they would have to learn and repeat on a daily basis. A conformation of destiny came at the age of twelve when Turban X's older brother sneaked him out of the house to an open mic stage show out in the street and coached him on stage. With a little encouragement from the crowd he gained confidence and boldly belted out his song as the crowd cheered and his faith was sealed. .Since then Turban X has performed in several venues with some of Jamaica's top reggae artists, such as John Holt, Ernie Smith, Bushman, Brigadier Jerry and Beenie Man. At one point he also opened up for Sanchez. Turban X is not only inspired by the greats of reggae music, but also other genres including The Manhattans, Sam Cooke, Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton just to name a few. Turban X is influenced by the various areas of reggae music and has given him a range of songs and types of music he plans to release. Turban X, with his clean lyrics and positive attitude, seeks to break through musical barriers. Currently, he is working on his upcoming album. Releasing the first single for that album entitled, "Jah Love", Turban X is destined to be a living legend. For more information, bookings, dub plates, etc. 631.681.4161. email: [email protected] KINGS & QUEENS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h80cE2aax00&feature=player_embedded www.reverbnation.com/turbanx www.soundcloud.com/turban-x www.twitter.com/@turbanx www.facebook.com/turbanx 1(631) 681-4161 Josie Mel started singing in church at the age of ten. While attending the Crooked River All Age he sang with the school group and performed at school festivals. Josie was inspired by all the good music that he heard while growing up, and would sing along with them no matter who the singer was' and his first raw exposure to the real dancehall was the Creation Sound system. At one of the dances he met producer Country Tony who took him into the studio Dynamic Sounds. Since then through the years Josie Mel has recorded for D & D Productions, Star Trail and Black Scorpio to name a few. Among his single releases he has scored with songs like “Angel”, “Youths Fi Big” featuring Capelton on the friends for life rhythm and “Cross Roads” on the Right Now rhythm. Josie Mel has recently been creating impact with song like “Rasta Still Deh Bout” featuring Lutan Fyah on the Minor 7 Flat 5 label, which did well on the local and overseas music charts. “Guns Barking” featuring Mega Sample. The latest album "This Whole World" on the minor 7flat5 label with the title track featuring Lutan Fyah, and “Today” the album distributing by VP records music group with the track “Today” CURRENT ACHIVEMENTS:"TRY JAH LOVE" ft. Smokie Benz went number One on Richie B's chart for 3 weeks,Then 20 weeks in the top 10, # 1 on CVM video chart and # 5 on TVJ. Also on the nomination list for the EME awards in febuary 2010. STAGE PERFORMANCES: Sting and Ram Jam 1997, Sun splash, Satta Massagana 1998-1999, Rebel Salute 1998-1999, Everton Blender Birthday Bash 1998 & 2002, Dem Ago Tired Fi See Mi Face (Bob Marley Birthday), Europe Tour 2004, Sumfest 2005, Europe Tour 2006, Original Jam Jam 2006, UK tour 2012 and 2013 ,Trinidad 2008 and 2013, with many others. VIDEO PERFORMANCES: Featured on the” Night Rider” and the “Joy” medley along with Anthony B and the Star Trail Family. Also on “Friends for Life” and the “Mine” on the Black Scorpio Label. “Fantasy in Reality”,” Rasta Still Deh Bout” feat. Lutan Fyah on the Minor 7 Flat 5 Label. “Guns Barking” feat. Mega Simple. Bobo Rhythm Medley. "TRY JAH LOVE" ft. Smokie Benz 1st Album: Debut album “Freedom” on Walboomers Music. 2nd Album: "Rasta Still Debout" Minor7 Flat5 3rd Album: "This Whole World” Minor7Flat5 4th Album: "Today" vp records music group TYPE OF MUSIC: “I believe that music is universal. Therefore I like all forms of music; namely, Reggae, Dancehall, R&B/Souls, Jazz, Rap, World Beat and African Classic”. FAVOURITE ARTISTS: Beres Hammond, George Nooks, Luciano, Anita Baker, Marcia Griffiths, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. MUSIC VIEWS: “The music is being stifled by a few people who have no love for the music, hustlers/reducers. Because of this, the music suffers and the creative aspects of the true lovers of music are being sabotaged. I, Josie Mel, take the responsibility to bring back the music to what it was and to take it to the ends of the earth”. www.myspace.com/josiemel www.facebook.com/donaldjosiemelcampbell twitter.com/ josiemel7
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