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2012 JUNO AWARD NOMINEES MARCH 26TH
REGGAE RECORDING OF THE YEAR
Dubmatix Renegade*Fontana North
Seeds of Love & Life ft. Luciano
Musical maverick, Dubmatix (Jesse King) is a composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist (who plays no less than seven instruments). He has arranged and mixed all of his releases as well as dozens of other artists. Dubmatix is a multiple JUNO Award nominee and winner who is fast becoming known for his keen sense of musical arrangements and production style after the success of three Billboard chart-topping Reggae remixes for The Easy Star All-Stars and “John Brown’s Body.” Recent projects include collaborations and remixes for USS / Down With Webster and Delhi 2 Dublin.
The past year has been a musical whirlwind for Dubmatix filled with tours, new releases, as well as being hand-picked as the music supervisor/contributor for a documentary by Rita & Bob Marley’s grand daughter, Donisha. In addition, in 2011 Dubmatix received several international awards, including Best Dub Album Award (France), Dub Album of the Year (Germany), Best Recording & Production Album of The Year (Portugal) and UK’s 5-Star best selling sample disc “Reggae Sound Clash” (by Loopmasters). Dubmatix is capping off a busy 2011 with new singles featuring Earl Zero, Luciano, Eek-A-Mouse and Half Pint as well as working on his 5th studio album due out in 2012.
Exco Levi Penthouse/NCF Productions*VP
Bleaching Shop
Exco Levi, was born Wayne Ford Levy on June 7, 1981 in Manchester ,Jamaica. Exco Levi , took hold of the Canadian reggae music scene after emigrating in 2005. His strong writing skills complement his lyrical prowess and delivery. His songs have given voice to a nation and helped forge an entirely new style of music and rhythm that is revolutionary, fiery, scathing, loving and stinging. His songs are just as potent on his lips as they are on his CD’s. Exco’s ability to engage and convince his audience makes him very appealing. This has led to him being in high demand for colourful collaborations. Exco’s management team has been NCF Productions since December 2010. He currently works with Penthouse Records and Jukeboxx Music. He has recently released two blazing hot singles “Mr. Hammer” on NCF and the self love anthem “Bleaching shop” on the Penthouse label, which has been topping charts globally. Exco is a determined artist with the technical skills and performance style that is bound to give him more and more recognition. He is on his way to becoming a household name, one synonymous with quality and musical excellence. He is definitely the artist to watch!
Jay Douglas Mega City*Independent
Lover’s Paradise
Jay Douglas first took the stage in Montego Bay, Jamaica WI, many years ago as a youth. With over 45 years of showmanship, he has developed a wide ranging repertoire of American Blues, West Indian Rhythms, Jazz Standards, fancy footwork, and a ton of stage charisma. In the early ‘60s, Jay fronted the tough R&B group The Cougars who with their skill and verve lit up the city of Montreal as well as Toronto’s Yonge Street nightclubs in the late ‘70s with Soul Funk and Reggae. Jay has shared his talent around the world – from Hong Kong to the Mediterranean. Over the past 10 years, Jay has performed at well-known annual events such as the Beaches Jazz Festival, Jerk Fest, Canadian National Exhibition, Yonge/Dundas Square, and a Taste of Lawrence. Jay was proclaimed winner of NOW Magazine’s Toronto’s Best R&B Act (2006), and Male Reggae Vocalist of the Year at the Annual Toronto Reggae Awards in 2007. A well-respected Seattle, Washington-based promotions company, Light in the Attic, sequestered Jay as catalyst and band leader for their From Jamaica to Toronto concert launch at the Harbourfront Centre in Toronto in July 2006. This successful show has since been lead by Jay in Vancouver and Montreal. Jay performs weekly in Toronto.
Steele Fam*Independent
Woman
Steele’s versatility defies restriction to any one genre; his music career has expanded from its humble beginning in Jamaica to him now headlining many festivals in Canada-- the place he has called home for many years. Steele continues to be one of the most requested reggae artist for live performances. He has appeared on festivals such as: Jambana, Caribana, Island Soul at the Harbourfront Centre, Winnipeg Caribbean Festival, and the Calgary Reggae Festival… just to name a few. Internationally, Steele has performed in Africa and in Jamaica at Reggae Sumfest, and Rebel Salute. In 2004, he released his first CD, UNCORRUPTED, which won him a JUNO nomination for Reggae Recording of the Year. In 2007 his sophomore CD,THE LOVE OF JAH, garnered him awards for, Best Male Vocalist of the Year, Best Songwriter of the Year, Top CD/Album of the Year, and Artist of the Year by the Reggae Music Achievement Awards (RMAA). In 2009, Steele released his bestselling CD, THE MAN; THE MUSIC. In 2011, he was honored by the Irie Music Awards as Male Reggae Artist of the Year. Steele is steadfast on making Canada one of the biggest global markets for reggae.
Tanya Mullings Rymshot Productions*Independent
Rescue Me
In the 23 years since she has been involved in the industry, Tanya has released four albums with the most prestigious producers in the industry covering all sub-genres of reggae and R&B. Her love for music was inspired by her father, the late Karl Mullings who managed her career. Her musical journey has taken her to international festivals like Reggae Sumfest in Jamaica, The Montreal International Reggae Festival, Calgary International Reggae Festival, North America‘s premier Irie Jamboree, Madison Square Gardens in New York, Hard Rock Live in Orlando FL and Brixton Academy in London England. She has won various industry awards including the 2011 Top Veteran Artist, Top International Reggae Artist (2010), International Reggae and World Music Award (2009), fourteen Canadian Reggae Music Awards, seven Caribbean Crucible Awards, two Reggae Music Achievement Awards. Nominated five times for the Juno Awards, and was presented with the Citizens Award for the Arts by the City of Brampton in Ontario, Canada. Tanya also has her own radio show The Tanya Mullings Show on Atlanta's based radio station www.DaFlavaRadio.com Thursday's 12pm-3pm the show also streams to the Gambia, NY,UK, and Boston.
;;FEATURE ARTIST;; JR TOoTs
JUNIOR TOOTS RELEASES NEXT GENERATION REGGAE CD “REGGAE GOT SOUL”
Next generation reggae artist Junior Toots releases his innovative CD “Reggae Got Soul” available for purchase on the band’s site www.JuniorToots.com and www.amazon.com, www.cdbaby.com. This 2010 release on Crown of Fire Records is Junior Toots’ third album continuing the reggae dynasty that extends to his father Toots Hibbert from the reggae legends Toots and the Maytals.Junior Toots not only extends the legacy of reggae innovation, but his music is much more true to Rastafari and has an updated political relevancy for the 21st century. Yes, this album has some of the most interesting sonic combinations of music, mixing traditional horn arrangements and rhythms with a more modern twist. Junior Toots is not afraid to try unusual sounds, vocals, and instrumentations to communicate the message of love and peace in his music. The free use of samples, vocal effects, drum machines, loops and techno-inspired beats makes radical use of the reggae sound in the best traditions of Lee “Scratch” Perry and Bill Laswell’s sonic dub. This is not the reggae you may be used to listening too, but it is with a sound more DJ-like electronic quality that is a familiar yet unique sonic journey. Several of the tracks also feature the Reggaeton sound which is a combination of reggae, hip hop and latin styles popular in many Carribean dance halls.
On the track “Herbsman,” Junior Toots sings “Officer, officer/ why don’t you ease off the pressure… herbsman, herbsman/you better give up your connection/ herbsman, herbsman/ there will be no negotiation…” This is just a sample of his more politically inspired songs in the spirit of Burning Spear, Third World and Bob Marley. The title track to “Reggae Got Soul” is a not-so-faithful cover of the original Toots and the Maytal’s tune with a new twist on its sonic boundaries. You may know the lyrics and the song, but you have never heard it this way before, when you find yourself singing along.
With an inspired live show, you don’t want to miss Junior Toots’ next performance in support of his latest release “Reggae Got Soul” on the Crown of Fire label. Check out Junior Toots’ website for the latest tour information, downloads and other fan items at www.JuniorToots.com
Musical maverick, Dubmatix (Jesse King) is a composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist (who plays no less than seven instruments). He has arranged and mixed all of his releases as well as dozens of other artists. Dubmatix is a multiple JUNO Award nominee and winner who is fast becoming known for his keen sense of musical arrangements and production style after the success of three Billboard chart-topping Reggae remixes for The Easy Star All-Stars and “John Brown’s Body.” Recent projects include collaborations and remixes for USS / Down With Webster and Delhi 2 Dublin. 
Exco Levi, was born Wayne Ford Levy on June 7, 1981 in Manchester ,Jamaica. Exco Levi , took hold of the Canadian reggae music scene after emigrating in 2005. His strong writing skills complement his lyrical prowess and delivery. His songs have given voice to a nation and helped forge an entirely new style of music and rhythm that is revolutionary, fiery, scathing, loving and stinging. His songs are just as potent on his lips as they are on his CD’s. Exco’s ability to engage and convince his audience makes him very appealing. This has led to him being in high demand for colourful collaborations. Exco’s management team has been NCF Productions since December 2010. He currently works with Penthouse Records and Jukeboxx Music. He has recently released two blazing hot singles “Mr. Hammer” on NCF and the self love anthem “Bleaching shop” on the Penthouse label, which has been topping charts globally. Exco is a determined artist with the technical skills and performance style that is bound to give him more and more recognition. He is on his way to becoming a household name, one synonymous with quality and musical excellence. He is definitely the artist to watch!
Jay Douglas first took the stage in Montego Bay, Jamaica WI, many years ago as a youth. With over 45 years of showmanship, he has developed a wide ranging repertoire of American Blues, West Indian Rhythms, Jazz Standards, fancy footwork, and a ton of stage charisma. In the early ‘60s, Jay fronted the tough R&B group The Cougars who with their skill and verve lit up the city of Montreal as well as Toronto’s Yonge Street nightclubs in the late ‘70s with Soul Funk and Reggae. Jay has shared his talent around the world – from Hong Kong to the Mediterranean. Over the past 10 years, Jay has performed at well-known annual events such as the Beaches Jazz Festival, Jerk Fest, Canadian National Exhibition, Yonge/Dundas Square, and a Taste of Lawrence. Jay was proclaimed winner of NOW Magazine’s Toronto’s Best R&B Act (2006), and Male Reggae Vocalist of the Year at the Annual Toronto Reggae Awards in 2007. A well-respected Seattle, Washington-based promotions company, Light in the Attic, sequestered Jay as catalyst and band leader for their From Jamaica to Toronto concert launch at the Harbourfront Centre in Toronto in July 2006. This successful show has since been lead by Jay in Vancouver and Montreal. Jay performs weekly in Toronto.
Steele’s versatility defies restriction to any one genre; his music career has expanded from its humble beginning in Jamaica to him now headlining many festivals in Canada-- the place he has called home for many years. Steele continues to be one of the most requested reggae artist for live performances. He has appeared on festivals such as: Jambana, Caribana, Island Soul at the Harbourfront Centre, Winnipeg Caribbean Festival, and the Calgary Reggae Festival… just to name a few. Internationally, Steele has performed in Africa and in Jamaica at Reggae Sumfest, and Rebel Salute. In 2004, he released his first CD, UNCORRUPTED, which won him a JUNO nomination for Reggae Recording of the Year. In 2007 his sophomore CD,THE LOVE OF JAH, garnered him awards for, Best Male Vocalist of the Year, Best Songwriter of the Year, Top CD/Album of the Year, and Artist of the Year by the Reggae Music Achievement Awards (RMAA). In 2009, Steele released his bestselling CD, THE MAN; THE MUSIC. In 2011, he was honored by the Irie Music Awards as Male Reggae Artist of the Year. Steele is steadfast on making Canada one of the biggest global markets for reggae.
In the 23 years since she has been involved in the industry, Tanya has released four albums with the most prestigious producers in the industry covering all sub-genres of reggae and R&B. Her love for music was inspired by her father, the late Karl Mullings who managed her career. Her musical journey has taken her to international festivals like Reggae Sumfest in Jamaica, The Montreal International Reggae Festival, Calgary International Reggae Festival, North America‘s premier Irie Jamboree, Madison Square Gardens in New York, Hard Rock Live in Orlando FL and Brixton Academy in London England. She has won various industry awards including the 2011 Top Veteran Artist, Top International Reggae Artist (2010), International Reggae and World Music Award (2009), fourteen Canadian Reggae Music Awards, seven Caribbean Crucible Awards, two Reggae Music Achievement Awards. Nominated five times for the Juno Awards, and was presented with the Citizens Award for the Arts by the City of Brampton in Ontario, Canada. Tanya also has her own radio show The Tanya Mullings Show on Atlanta's based radio station www.DaFlavaRadio.com Thursday's 12pm-3pm the show also streams to the Gambia, NY,UK, and Boston.
