Macka B is another one of those roots reggae artists that have been performing since the late 80s. He is British born and has been following in the foot steps of such musicians as Burning Spear and The Wailers. His discography spans over 30 years and also 20 albums. He infuses his Rastafarian and political consciousness into all that he does.
Shabba Ranksis arguably one of the most noted artists that has come out of Jamaica in a long time. If you say the name Shabba to ANYONE they will know at least one of his many hits. He has hits in all decades ranging from Ting a Ling, Dem Bowand of course the chart topper, Trailer Load. Reminisce with me as we watch my favorite Shabba video, Slow and Sexy with Johnny Gill.
I actually was at this Sunsplash back in 1992 and vividly remember Ninja Man’s performance. This one goes down in the history books as one of the hottest live reggae performances that I’ve ever seen. Check it out below.
Super Cat also known as William Maragh hails from Kingston, Jamaica. He came on the scene back in the late 1980’s and is one of the originators of dancehall music. Super Cat is known by a few nicknames such as Wild Apache (due to his Indian descent) or Don Dada. His many hits include, “Ghetto Red Hot”, “Nuff Man a Dead” and “Boops”, just to name a few. He recently jumped back into the swing for things when he did a song with the R& B group from Atlanta, 112. He’s also been very influential in hip hop where he collaborated with Heavy D and Biggie, Mary J Blige and Puff Daddy.
A dancehall-reggae vocalist, Cherine Anderson was born on September 25, 1983 in Rockfort, East Kingston, Jamaica. Her acting career began with a role in Dancehall Queen in 1997 and for playing the Serena in the Jamaican film, One Love in 2003.
In 2007, Cherine Anderson opened for Wyclef Jean in the Tortola British Virgin Island and was also a featured vocalist on Sly & Robbie and the Taxi Gangs US/Canadian tour in 2007. She has also worked with Sting, Boosty Collins, Jimmy Cliff, and others.
TYRICAL Michael Haris is a versatile reggae music artist whom has contributed to the industry by performing and writing for some of the most prominent individuals in the music fraternity. He grew-up in the heart of Barbican (Barbican Square). His formal education peaked at Shortwood All Age School but he was able to increase his knowledge base by reading and associating with elders in the music profession (and prominent individuals outside of the industry as well). His professional musical work spans 15 years. The first song was recorded approximately the same time he made his debut in the music business. Tyrical has being getting enormous exposure for his ‘No Guirrella War’ product that he has contributed to the Tremor Rhythm compilation.
Capleton also known as Clifton Bailey II is a reggae and dancehall artist from Jamaica. Many of his fans refer to him as King Shango, King David, The Fireman or The Prophet. His record label, office and home is called David House Productions. Capleton first arrived on the scene in the late 1980s and dancehall music was very different than it is today. The present day Capleton announced his promising arrival with a string of hits such as “Bumbo Red”, “Number One on the Look Good Chart” and “Woman We Lotion”, jus to name a few. Capleton was making such a big hit that everything that touched the charts became a hit and pretty much established him as the Dancehall hit maker.
Stephen Marley was part of the reggae group Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers with his siblings Ziggy, Cedella, and Sharon. In 1985 Stephen was featured on a 12″ single of his father, Bob Marley, titled, “Jah Is The Healing”, and again on “Lord We A Come” from the 1986 Melody Makers release Hey World. Many tracks feature Stephen including the track “Unuh Nuh Listen Yet” from Play the Game Right (1985). Stephen produced much of his brother Damien Marley’s three solo albums, most notably 2005’s Welcome to Jamrock, where he is featured on the tracks “All Night”, “Pimpa’s Paradise”, “For the Babies”, and “Hey Girl”. He also produced for brother Julian Marley, and executive produced and performed on the 1999 Bob Marley mash-up, “Chant Down Babylon” tour. Stephen released the video for Traffic Jam (which also features brothers Damian and Julain) in December 2006. His debut album “Mind Control” was released March 20, 2000. Stephen is a five time Grammy Award Winner.
Lady Saw is the “First Lady of Dancehall”. Coming on the scene in the early 80’s she made a name for herself and was the first female deejay to win a Grammy Award. Lady Saw is also the first female to headline shows outside of Jamaica.
Janice Fyffe or Lady G, is a female Jamaican dancehall and reggae DJ. Her most popular song is “Man a Bad Man,” from the film Third World Cop. She has a solid fan base in Jamaica although she is not as popular outside. Other songs of hers include “Nuff Respect,” “Round Table Talk,” “Certain Friends,” and “Breeze Off.” She has also recently toured the United States with Buju Banton.
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