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AFRIQUE

Afrique was founded by the musical pioneer Super Claude in the early 80'S, and then came Jagga B from Klassique who contributed a lot to the sound. All the way from England came Crazy Richie who added a special flavor to Afrique sound, but due to an overwhelming response from promoters Afrique needed a new recruit and so Super Twitch was added with a youthful energy. In the 90'S Afrique acquired Super Slick, Steelie Bashment, Noriega, and the last member to be added to Afrique was Super Flex. Afrique is known for setting a trend in the dancehall, dealing with how they made dubplates, how they selected their tunes, and the type of music they played. Afrique set the trend for a lot of sounds to enter the indusrty. Afrique Sound System has a few trademarks which are The Dream Team, Americas Most Wanted, and the Tameko Award winning sound. Afrique hasn't lost a beat in over 25 years in the business which a lot of icon and fans has called them the year to year sound. Website: afriquesoundstation.com

From: NY
Booking Info: Super Claude (917) 723-1900 ~ Super Flex (973) 930-2656
Crazy Richie (954) 709-8143 ~ Jagga B (917) 102-5720 ~ Noriega (347) 234-3282

AREA CODE 876

Area Code 876 is the new sound coming out of Jamaica formed by former Rebel T selectors, Michael Mann aka Too Sweet, Kevin Shaw aka Dj Kevin, Alton Cox aka Fire Blacks, along with selector Damian Douglas aka Gelding, Dujon Tomlinson aka Dujon.
The sound was formed just over a month ago and according to Mann, the responses have been overwhelming so for, which is a sign of big things to come.

"Things have been just great so far. We kicked off at Asylum (night-club) and we have also played at Margaritaville where the vibes was just off the hook. The people loved the name of the sound and the kind of energy that we bring," he said.

The crew has put together a marketing and management team comprised of Taj James, Joseph Barrett and Troy Collins, as they move to make their mark in the very competitive sound system business.

"I want to make it clear that the sound is owned by us, i.e., DJ Kevin, Fire Blacks, Gelding and I where we have pooled our resources to make it happen," Too Sweet said. "We don't have anyone behind the scene financing us. It is just a good feeling right now to know that we own our own sound. We have ordered a state-of-the-art sound system, which is presently being built and will hit the road by the end of the year. So all is good."

Commenting on the reason behind the name of the sound, Area Code 876, Too Sweet said, "We came up with the name due to the fact that we travel the world playing music and we have seen where people gravitate to anything good coming from Jamaica, especially our music. So we decide that we are going to represent our country in a positive way, thus the name Area Code 876 which is the national telephone are code."

The sound plays at the event Prendy's On the Beach at Hellshire Beach every Sunday where they captivate their audience with nothing but classic selections.

"Well, Area Code 876 is the sound for the new generation where we are catering for the young audience," Too sweet explained. "We play basically mix music where people can dance and enjoy themselves. Right now we are bringing back house music with a hype party flavor. We are also looking at breaking down the uptown/downtown barrier."

Too Sweet has paid his dues as a disc jockey, having been around the turntables from the 1980's. "I was the original person in the 80's to introduce one man talk and one mix thing and bringing a vibes where we entertain our audience along with selectors like Sky Juice," he disclosed.

Commenting on the move from Rebel T, he said, "I still love the sound because I started on the sound from the days when we were carrying just records, as the sound wasn't built yet. However, life itself is a journey and sometimes you just have to move on and defend your own. As the Bible says, 'Blessed is the child that has his own'. Nuff love to Doozer and Chin still." Area Code 876 recently signed a contract with the new hype clothing line Conscious Corruption, which is based in Miami and operated by Clyde Harrison and Donavon Lofters. "We will be wearing the designs of Conscious Corruption wherever we play and I can tell you that eyes have been turning because the gears are hot," Too Sweet closed.

From: Kingston, JA & Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Booking Info: Michael Mann aka Too Sweet Owner/Dj 954 263-2194(U.S) 876-393-1696 (Jamaica)
Oversees Booking: David Rainford: 954 599-0792

BABY ACE

Baby Ace started DJing & toying with remix ideas in 1987 while still in high school. After graduating he started spinning at the 2 top clubs in his hometown - Mandeville, Jamaica. Within 6 months he was offered a DJ position at one of the newest hotels on the North Coast, which catered directly to the tourists visiting Jamaica. Baby Ace became the resident DJ at the hotel as well as spinning at 3 different clubs on the weekends, and was also a guest DJ at one of the island's newest radio stations. Baby Ace then moved to the US to study E.E.T. at DeVry. Having moved to Atlanta, Georgia, Baby Ace soon was one of the top club DJs in the city. In 10 years there, he was the resident DJ at 3 clubs, (always kept them packed) and also became an alternate weekend guest DJ for WCLK 91.9FM. In 1999 he was awarded the people's choice award for the Best Solo DJ in Atlanta, and in the same year he helped to open a recording studio where he was the recording and mixing engineer. While still holding things down at the Footprints Nightclub, (every Friday & Saturday night for about 5 years straight) he began working part-time at WAEC 860AM as a shift engineer/announcer. He soon became more involved in radio by hosting 2 "Reggae" based radio shows on the AM airwaves.

Still in search of his golden opportunity, Baby Ace moved to California, close to the Bay Area where with the help of a friend, he landed a residential DJ spot at the Island Paradise Club. Pursuing other opportunities that were lead by other responsibilities, Baby Ace moved to the LA area in California. While hanging on to his love for broadcasting, and boasting the talent to move people musically, he started his own Internet Radio Station on July 9th 2002 on live365. His Internet Radio Station has rapidly grown to a favorite amongst many, and now boasts that over 15,000 listeners worldwide have "Baby Ace Radio" locked into their Internet Radio presets. Throughout his career, Baby Ace mastered the art of remixing which has always set his musical presentation aside from all other DJs, and his "personal exclusive remixes" have no doubt helped him to become a favorite DJ to hundreds of thousands, and possibly millions of Reggae/Hip Hop lovers all over the world. Baby Ace is no stranger to the Dancehall Reggae scene having played alongside some of the biggest and best in the business. Such as: Stone Love Movement, Bass Odyssey, Bodyguard, Metromedia, Waggy T, Renaissance, Poison Dart, Mellosound, Super Gold, Delta Force & Venus (namely "Cancer" formerly of the Stone Love Movement). He has also played on shows featuring artists like: Shaggy, Rayvon, Brian & Tony Gold, Beres Hammond, Buju Banton, Merciless, Leroy Gibbons, (former) Born Jamericans, & Louie Rankin. Baby Ace has even done studio production with the likes of Horace Andy, Scion Success, Don Yute and Monty Montgomery.

Since moving to Southern California, Baby Ace worked with Johncrow Entertainment, to back performances of artists like, Spragga Benz, Assasin, and Mr Easy. Very recently, he played a very instrumental part in the production of the Killah Pride - Predatah Squad Vol 1 Mixed CD, which gave him an opportunity to host the mixed CD with the talent of KRS-ONE, Shinehead, Mad Lion, Edley Shine(from the former Born Jamericans) and Nikey Fungus. In 2003, SKS (of Delta Force sound in DC) teamed up with Baby Ace to completely revamp the website and bring a different perspective to Baby Ace Radio, thus creating a more dynamic experience to the station listeners. Currently, Baby Ace & SKS (a.k.a. dubbed "The Devastating Duo") are in the process of answering the calls from promoters all over the world to come and do shows in places such as Canada, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Australia, & Costa Rica to name a few.

In keeping busy on the West Coast, Baby Ace has joined the Jamaican Gold Sound DJs to create an additional vibe to the "Jamaica Live" weekly bashment every Thursday night at The Dragonfly on Santa Monica Boulevard in Hollywood.

From: Atlanta, GA
Booking Info: www.djbabyace.com

BABY WAYNE	Playing sound for approximately 19 years has given me a broad perspective on the industry. I started selecting with Disco Injection an Uptown sound of Mannings Hill Road in 1982 and played steadily with them for three years. The freedom Disco Injection afforded me allowed me to develop my own style of playing. From: Brooklyn, NY Booking Info: (917) 325-3433 or (917) 309-8554 Jamaica (876) 404-4418 Email: BABYWAYNEMOVEMENTS@HOTMAIL.COM
In 1985 while playing at Fountain Night Club in Regal Plaza Squad 51 owners (Ruddy and Cross) approached me about becoming a member of their crew. I was quite proud of the idea that they had heard about me and wanted me to join their crew. Being their youngest selector, I was given the name Baby Wayne. For two of the five years with Squad 51, I continued playing with Disco Injection. Squad 51 and Disco Injection style of playing music was different and as a result, I was exposed to diverse methods of juggling and clashing. Being a member of two Sound Systems was great. I was able to develop skills enabling me to deal with all dancehall situations. To show my progression into the business, my final dance, a clash, before migrating to New York was with Silver Hawk, Heat Wave and Squad 51. In 1989, one year after moving to the U.S., Techniques Disco originated. Being part owner of a Sound System can be a challenge. My partners and I did not always agree on what was best for Techniques. Playing with Techniques became monotonous and I became restless with the same routine. Oftentimes, people see progression from different point of view and this was the type of situation I encountered. I had been exploring with the idea of doing my own thing and making my visions real and that's when it was born, BABY WAYNE MOVEMENTS. Big respect to Inspector Willie, Father Aubrey, Shylo, Mark a/k/a Ganja, Lady Celebrity and Lenky from the Cole Crew who also foresaw my vision. My independent move in 1995 made me the first selector to go solo. This was a huge leap. Putting a new sound system together and making it succeed is not easy. The challenges however, are far from routine. The eighties and the nineties were great for Reggae. International acceptance was happening and Reggae was finally getting the recognition it deserves. Being a selector during this period allowed me to play and clash with the best of the best. In looking back, the only thing I would have changed was my hesitation about a solo career. Although I have had no real regrets, my overall approach to the business is to use every situation good or bad as a learning experience, plan for the future and deal with each day as it comes.

BLACK MAGIC	Black Magic sound consists of Paul Michael & Bucky Famous. The sound was introduced in 1998. Black Magic is currently has the No.1 CD in New York. Black Magic is now being booked in and out of New York and was featured in theX-news. Paul Michael is currently Boston's selector of the year for 2006. Check Black Magic's myspace for more info myspace.com/blackmagicsound From: Providence, RI Booking Info: 401.595.7995

BLACK TALON	Black Talon is a rudeboy-gallis sound with different branches regionally & internationally consisting of members from St. Vincent , Jamaica , Guyana & Trinidad. The ARSENAL branch formed in Diego Martin : Trinidad which represents ATLANTA and TRINIDAD and the 357 branch which represents BROOKLYN and CONNECTICUT . Started in 1994 as just a “DJ TING” we never really considered ourselves a serious sound because of everyone’s young age and also because everyone was still attending high school at the time. The sound was introduced by 357 Shane, his brother Kid and two other brethrens, Fatal & Kutchie. In Mid 1995 the sound expanded with the addition of Nigel who joined the Brooklyn 357 crew and then the ARSENAL crew out of Trinidad consisting of DJ Shane and fellow school mate Killa B. DJ Shane moved to Atlanta in 2001 & Black Talon is now heavily booked in and out of Atlanta, any big sound that came to Atlanta since then has played with Black Talon. We play everything for all kind of people but are really focused on the true form of the Caribbean culture when we play. Check the website for more info www.djblacktalon.com From: Atlanta, GA & Brooklyn , NY Booking Info: shane_talon@yahoo.com

BLUNT POSSE	Blunt Posse started in 1998 by Father Blunt and Dutchman of Harlem, NY. Presently the sound consists of two key players and entire "POSSE" of talent: AJAX and FATHER BLUNT. We Pride ourselves in being able to please any crowd (both juggling and clash crowds alike). Our Motto is and always will be the surprise sound a.k.a "Da Ghetto Reble". From: New York Booking Info: Ajax: 917-405-4670 OR Blunt: 917-405-3895 Email: (ajaxstarballer@aol.com )

CARTEL SOUND	Cartel was formed by Dagga Don (R.I.P) of Brooklyn , Shotta of Bronx, and CT, Phillip 5 of D.C. Goldie of Brooklyn and Mad Twitch of St. Anns, JA. Dagga, Shotta and Phillip 5 were all former members of Changez International Disco in Atlanta . In 2001 they formed Cartel along with Goldie and Twitch (formerly of Prophecy). Cartel has played alongside many well known Sounds such as Bass Odyssey, Steelie Bashment, Bodyguard and Stone Love, just to name a few. Phillip 5 is currently manager of the Atlanta branch and Shotta will be managing the Northeast branch. Diversity, Intellect and Skills is what you get when Cartel is behind the machine. From: Atlanta, GA Bookings Info: Phillip 5 (678) 760.8426 or Shotta (404) 277.0695 Email: Cartelsound@hotmail.com

CONCORD SOUND	Concord Sound is comprised of four members, all equal partners in the sound; Junior Murda, Honeygon, Rico and Derrick Studs. The name of the sound is derived from the fastest plane in the world, the Concord. The speed of this aircraft symbolically represents Junior Murda's quick-thinking, swift and ingenious mixing style, setting this sound apart from many sound systems. Rico & Honeygon, the voices of the Sound use their lyrical abilities like twin turbo engines to give Concord it's added vibe. Derrick Studs is the glue that keeps the sound together; he completes this team with his creative and organizational abilities, which are reflected in the Sound's promotion and planning. Not only is the Concord fast, but it is a plane that travels worldwide. Like-wise, Concord Sound has managed to assemble an international crew. Junior Murda, Concord's founder and selector was born in Kingston Jamaica. Honegon, the MC hails from England. Derrick Studs, the booking agent and promotional manager was born in New York City. Rico, Concord's musical consultant, MC and selector is of Puerto Rican descent. The diversity of music that Concord plays is no surprise, given the diverse background of it's members.
Junior Murda officially created Concord in 1989, but most of it's current members had prior sound experience. Concord started playing at house parties and small nightclubs in the early years and has developed into the heaviest and clearest sound system in the Bronx, New York area. Concord's crew experience, wicked system and well-composed musical dub plates have made it one of the toughest juggling sounds coming out the Bronx. Concord has taken it sound career to the next level through it's promotional CD's which are the hottest mix CD's on the dancehall scene. This brilliant move has carried Concord's name worldwide like the plane that the Sound's name mirrors. The overwhelming success of the promotional CD's and the crew's musical talent has catapulted the Sound into an arena that they never expected. This success has given them the opportunity to play with Sounds like Stone Love, Bass Oddesey, Renaissance, Tony Matterhorn, Adonai, Addies and others. The Sound has entertained partygoers from Chicago to Florida, Canada, Jamaica, other West Indian Islands and many more. From: Bronx, NY Bookings Info: Derrick Studs 646-235-7883 Email: Concordmegamix@hotmail.com - Studs2kill@hotmail.com

DESTINY SOUND

Serious, Educated, Focused and Professional are a few words you can use to represent the members of Destiny Entertainment (Judah, Jamal, Reds, Rory, Khalid, Boogs, Kadian). These friends and family have been playing in the sound business for over 5 years, getting their start back in the late 90's doing after parties, backyard cookouts and eventually entering the dancehall; They have gained much experience. Destiny might be new to some but those who know them, know where their coming from and have seen them develop into a dedicated business entity. Not only are they DJ's but they also Screen Write, Promote Shows, Produce and provide Graphic Design. Destiny originated in Boston and continues to hold down the bean meanwhile other members are in Miami and Georgia pushing Destiny to greater heights. "We thank all our Family, Friends, Fans, Promoters and Boston Websites for supporting us".....Judah...

Services: Graphic Design, Photography, Videography & Screen Writing

From: Boston, MA
Booking Info: Judah 617 645 8102 ~ David 857 928 0226

DJ BOOM	DJ Boom got his start in the music business in the summer of 2001, while working in a West Indian music store in Baltimore City. With daily practice, access to the hottest Dancehall music and local networking, the opportunites to work in clubs arose quickly. And by this time, Boom was ready. After a few years of working the Baltimore Bashment scene and finding a niche, Boom linked up with the international touring band, Jah Works, spinning between their sets. With experience in the thriving Bashment scene and his American upbringing, Boom complimented the well-established Jah Works crowd with a versatile and authentic mix and delivery. "Everyone brings their own experience into their music, and I was lucky enough to have had exposure to both Jamaican and American sounds at a young age," says Boom. In the start of 2003, he tried his hand at remixing, which while rough at first, began to take flight after a few months of work. With a genuine love for the music and West Indian culture, Selector Boom continues to promote music to listeners whether through radio, his website or helping artists and other selectors develop their own website. "A good friend and mentor of mine, DJ Smally, told me you have to deal with people as people because you will always be a person, you won't always be a DJ." Boom goes on to say that, "With the amount of people in this business, everyone can get further working together as opposed to warring with each other, and that's how I try to stay". You can tell by his flex, that DJ Boom has taken Smally's advice to heart. You can catch Dj Boom on BigupRadio.com every Wednesday @ 3am, 91m, 3pm & 9pm (Eastern Time) on his show, "Boom Shots". From: Baltimore, MD USA Booking Info: selectorboom@gmail.com or www.Bassmentalitysound.com

DJ HURRICANE	Toni “Hurricane” Hinkson’s journey to become one of Barbados ’ leading female disc jockeys began just eight years ago. In the early days, she played as an announcer on HOTT 95.3 FM but her real entry into the world of live deejay performance came when she was discovered by Peter Coppin of Monstapiece. For several years she was the sole female deejay of the popular sound system and soon became known for her totally hyped, high energy performances. In 2001, she formed the first female sound system in Barbados- Third Dimension Sound sending shock waves throughout the island. Having shared the stage with the who’s who of Caribbean entertainment performing throughout the Caribbean at Lady Marmalade and Wet Fete in St. Lucia and UWI Jamaica.
As her popularity increased so did her weekly performances and juggling between her full time job as an accounts supervisor with a leading insurance company and her desire to remain current at the top of her game soon began to take its toll. Driven by her love of music, Hurricane boldly resigned from her job in December, 2004 and started work as an announcer on 98.1FM The One the following month. Within a few weeks, Hurricane landed the early morning shift locking listeners onto her “ Jumpstart” programme with her sexy voice and smooth mixes. She produced “Pon de Circuit” a daily entertainment news programme featuring the latest news in the entertainment industry which has secured her numerous dub plates and interviews with the likes of Fat Jo, Junior Kelly, Morgan Heritage, T.O.K, Chuck Fenda, Assassin and Freddie McGregor. Well aware of her ability to influence her listeners, Hurricane has built a reputation for incorporating her chart topping selections with information about current and sensitive issues such as HIV/AIDS, music piracy and road safety. It therefore came as no surprise when the Barbados Hilton chose her to host their Sunday Back to the Beach limes at the Hilton Beach catering to sporting activities for the entire family. Presently the sole female deejay member of Top Gunners – the Caribbean DJ Fraternity and sole female ambassador for Passoa this Hurricane is clearly not on a path of destruction but rather seems determined to leave a path of positive vibes. From: Barbados Booking Info: alpha@pyramidartists.com

DJ RON DON	Today, in New York City alone, scores of DJs paint pictures and tell their stories with "mixtapes," consisting of the best of the best in Reggae, Hip Hop and other music genre. Packaged on one CD, a music fan can hear a mixture of the newest and latest songs. DJ Ron Don, operating under his World Beat International Sound, is New York City's premier DJ/Selector leading the mixtape movement. Specializing in Dancehall Reggae music, DJ Ron Don wholeheartedly entertains the massive with his pulsating mix-tapes (now CDs) and live performances. DJ Ron Don's efforts are already paying off, as he was crowned the Best Reggae DJ earlier this year at Justo's Mixtape Award show. Saturating the market unlike any other Reggae DJ, Ron Don easily releases over 60 CDs a year. DJ Ron Don emerged onto the mixtape circuit in 2002. Since then, he has moved full speed ahead, constantly entertaining Dancehall music fans with high quality releases. "I was inspired by Dirty Harry to create mixtapes," says Ron Don. "However, it was the passing of my good friend DJ Chick (he died in the late 80's) from VIP sound that inspired me to DJ. I wanted to continue his legacy, so I picked up where he left off." Ron Don's popular series include Dancehall Reggae, Vocal/Singing Reggae, and Culture Mix. Each series, which nicely blends the hottest tunes, dubplates, riddims and remixes, are top picks of Reggae music fans. Additionally, Ron Don drops a host of special CDs that are typically released quarterly or at certain times during the year. These releases include Summer Ice, Rewind and Pull Up, Soca Mix, Best of Dancehall Series, Krush Groove, Players Ball, Reggaeton and Instrumentals. The rise of the internet and electronic media combined with constant promotions has thrust DJ Ron Don into worldwide popularity. Currently, his products are sold throughout the world. His well-liked series leave fans craving for the next release. Ron Don's consistency and intense promotions have helped rising dancehall artists score hits.
In order for dancehall fans to hear new music from the likes of Sizzla, Buju Banton, Bounty Killer, Capleton and many others, they inevitably must pick up DJ Ron Don's latest release. Popular Reggae record stores and music stands can vouch for the popularity of DJ Ron Don's CDs, as new releases fly out of their hands. DJ Ron Don's undying passion for music and entertaining the fans is the impetus behind consistent releases. DJ Ron Don has successfully converted his hobby/passion into a burgeoning career. Aside from producing quality mixtapes, Ron Don is respected for his performances at bashments and other stellar industry events throughout the year. DJ Ron Don is praised by Dancehall fans for his top notch remixes, which perfectly weave Dancehall lyrics over pulsating Hip Hop and R&B tracks and vice/versa. Many consumers of Ron Don's CDs initially believed that these were remixes of major Dancehall Reggae producers. Hailing from Guyana, DJ Ron Don has an unbreakable grasp of Caribbean music. Also inspired by members of his musical family and sounds like Stone Love (as he describes as the wickedest sound) and Massive B (for taking Dancehall to the airwaves), DJ Ron Don has many dreams of his own. "Before the year is out, I would like to be known as the greatest Dancehall mixtape DJ," declares Ron Don. "I want to go down the same path that DJ Clue went. However, I want to first mastermind the mixtape world and have my own radio show." The underground culture of Dancehall music is thriving. And DJ Ron Don is at the forefront of this amalgamous culture. DJ Ron Don boasts loads of talent. He prides himself with keeping his eyes and ears on the streets and constantly paying close attention to what pleases and moves the people. "I'm a crowd motivator," says DJ Ron Don. "I make people want to dance. When you come to a World Beat party, you know that you are going to get your money's worth." The DJ (selector/sound system) is the root of Caribbean music. For nearly fifty years, DJs have been responsible for the upkeep and popularity of Caribbean music. The selector/sound system (or mobile DJs) made their way into Jamaican culture in the 50's. It was a time when they entertained the townspeople in open areas after a hard days work. These selectors/sound systems boasted the latest R&B music from the shores of the United States, often mixed with their own riddims. They played tunes that kept people's minds off their daily grind, obstacles and disparities. At the end of the day, a DJ was the premiere source of entertainment in Jamaica. The popular art form spread throughout the Caribbean and the world. DJ Ron Don embraces the rich history of the selector and sound system. He carries out the legacy of his musical forefathers through every CD release, remix and performance. Visit http://www.djrondon.com to pick up DJ Ron Don's latest releases and to stay abreast of Ron Don's career. From: NYC Booking Info: punkieny@aol.com 646.247.0886

EMBASSY SOUND

Embassy Sound ... Your Reggae Ambassador!
It started a couple years back when a couple versatile, talented youths decided to group their skills and love for music together to form what is now known as the Embassy Sound. Embassy specializes in reggae music but because versatility is the key to success, Embassy also entertains crowds with various other types of music such as Hip Hop, Rap, Soca, Old School, and Slow Jams.

As of today's date, there are 9 official 'Sessions' in the Embassy Catalogue that are available for sale, and countless other 'unreleased' mixes that were put out as promos.

Forward movement is a must in life and that's why Embassy Sound continues to push the sound to new limits. They are building the sound for the future and have many more accomplishments that they want to achieve.

Visit www.embassypromo.com or contact Info@EmbassyPromo.com for all your musical needs.

From: Toronto Canada
Booking Info: Adrian (905)550-9447

FOOTA HYPE	Foota Hype is one of the most rapid rising selectors in Jamaican dancehall music. In Jamaica where selectors spend several years trying to make their name known to the dancehall audiences, Foota Hype’s exploits have earned him a renowned name plus a tight following in relatively record time. His face pops up on the posters for major stage shows and concerts, and he is known as the selector who plays tracks both here and overseas for the spirited Bounty Killer. Known for bravado and comical expressions on the microphone, Foota is a crowd favourite in the expansive music loving communities across the country. He unofficially started his career as Oneil Thomas while a student at Calabar High. Though he was not active in the business at that time, his father was a selector on the Singer Tone sound system. He therefore had no choice but to see the turntables at work, and to experience the joy that playing tunes for the masses brings.
His father’s skills were apparently passed on to him, but on the verbal side at first. Foota found himself mastering the art of debating forcefully among his friends, and was known to have an answer for everything. These were the building blocks of his verbal assaults he is known for while selecting. By the time he was 13, Foota found out he could rhyme, and write, but rather than become a deejay, he chose to pursue selecting.“I can rhyme good and write tune but it was not in me to deejay it back. Mi strength is in debating, but who knows. Maybe mi no see it yet,” he states. His turntable duties started on the Twilight sound system, which back then had the basic set up of two turntables, a mixer, amplifiers, and three boom boxes. Nothing was basic about his experiences though. Foota was schooled on this sound system. He learnt how to interact with his audience, and how to judge crowd reactions to his tunes. He learnt how to play a complete set starting at a slow pace and building things up to feverish excitement. With this experience, he steadily built up his reputation, moving from community to community in Kingston ’s innercities, where dancehall music’s harshest audiences live. With the popularity came offers to join other sound systems, but he never accepted any offers until he moved to Melody One. Melody One is owned by singer Leroy Sibbles, and with the links Sibblies had in the business, it wasn’t long before he was mingling with the likes of several leading deejays, among them, the fiery Bounty Killer. The two had matching interests, and over time eventually became friends.Things slowed down on Melody One over time, and Foota started hunting a suitable system to work on. He approached several with his demos, but none seemed willing to use him because of full rosters. Friends in the business encouraged him to go solo, a risky trend which had ruined other selectors. It was not until the duo Razz and Biggie along with Bounty Killer encouraged him to venture out that he considered it seriously. He launched out after 2001, and has not looked back since then. He plays everywhere now. Some of the shows he has been featured on are Fully Loaded, Direct Connect, Hype Of All Hype in New Jersey , Jamaica Carnival, and the majority of celebrity birthday parties. He was among a select few chosen to play at the Jamaica National Football Team games at the National Stadium, and the commercially visible Jamaica Carnival. He used these events to further his talent into the Jamaican dancehall psyche. When not at work, Foota will be found reasoning with friends or watching movies. He listens to all types of music, and loves to eat chicken and seafood. From: Kingston, JA Booking Info: sophimac@hotmail.com

GHETTO LIFE	If dancehall was the U.S. meet Osame Bin Ladin aka "GHETTO LIFE" this is the #1 sound that always dun the place. Kicking through the entertainment door in 1999, "GHETTO LIFE" quickly picked up every trophy Bronx had to offer. Sound system of the year, Dancehall sound of the year, And took first place in 1999 Bronx Clash, as well Junior Clash. With their popularity escalating at a rapid rate "GHETTO LIFE" is now Bronx Crowned #1 sound, understandably why they have the record for the biggest party ever in the Bronx, NY called "PUM PUM WALK.” Find out more on www.GHETTOLIFEENT.com Bless up. From: Bronx NY Booking Info: www.GHETTOLIFEENT.com