Though the Reggae/Dancehall industry is dominated by men, Karamanti stands as a strong black woman, (in her home town of Kingston, Jamaica) raining showers of conscious lyrics to a generation far from reality.

Karamanti has been creating music since she was eight years old. Falling in love first with rap (or hip-hop), then embracing Dancehall and now passionate about Reggae. In spite of the fact that she has been making music for most of her life, she only began to pursue it as a career in 2011. Currently regarded by many as one of Jamaica’s best female lyricist, Karamanti writes her own songs and operates her own record company; Blakkwuman22 Music.

Industry insiders began paying attention to her when she released the single “don’t it,” produced by Red Boom in 2012. The track exposed her to a hardcore Dancehall audience that was eager to hear more from the self acclaimed Pan-Africanist. Karamanti spent the summer of 2012 engaged in a nationwide media tour which had her performing, and/or being interviewed on most of the major entertainment radio and TV programs in Jamaica. That was followed by a Canadian tour which featured performances on big events such as the Montreal Reggae Festival and the Toronto Rasta Festival.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Since she officially stepped out on the scene in 2012, Karamanti has been consistent in releasing songs which focuses primarily on social and political issues. She has done several music videos and live performances both in Jamaica and overseas.

Karamanti’s voice can be heard on some of the biggest Reggae and Dancehall rhythms coming out of Jamaica: Heights Riddim (“Gye Nyame”), Rock Island Riddim (“Fake Rasta”), Life Triangle Riddim (“Hold On”), Reggae Land Riddim (“Domestic Abuse”), Love Bounce Riddim (“Da One Ya Fi”) and that is just to name a few. She has also enjoyed success with singles like “Read,” which was produced by Denmark’s #1 Dancehall artist/producer, Pharfar. The song got heavy radio rotation and climbed to the #1 spot on the Top Ten Conscious Chart which airs on Jamaica’s Roots FM. It sat there for weeks beating out songs from now popular artist, Chronixx.

Karamanti has collaborated with major Jamaican artists: 3 Starr (from Mavado’s Gully Squad), veteran Mikey General, Asante Amen and many others. She has also done recordings with international acts: Iwan, Sonniballi, Blasto, Lise Ranks, Stonebwoy and several others. In her role as executive producer, Karamanti, via her record company, Blakkwuman22 Music has released projects which feature long time dancehall artist Alozade, iconic star, Lt. Stitchie and a lot more respected Jamaican artists.

In April 2013, Karamanti released her first and only studio album entitled Dancehall Retaliates. It was released on her Blakkwuman22 Music label with production credits going to both Ricardo ‘Red Boom’ Reid and Shamarie ‘Digital Sham’ Bogle. Karamanti was nominated as best the female solo artist for 2013 by the Dancehall Industry Awards (held in the UK). Additionally, one of her videos for the song “Rise” (which is on the album Dancehall Retaliates) was nominated as best Dancehall video for 2013. To top it off, Reggae France included Dancehall Retaliates in the WINS REGGAE AWARDS in the category for Dancehall Album of the year for 2013. Here she went up against two Jamaican heavy weights: Vybz Kartel and Mr. Vegas.

Karamanti has performed all over the world. She has graced stages in cities like Gothenburg, Stockholm, Hamburg, Prague, Copenhagen, Roskilde, Aarhus and more in Europe; and Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, Seattle, Bellingham and more in North America; and Dominica Republic and of course, Jamaica in the Caribbean.

Persons wanting to work with Karamanti may do so by sending an email to info@karamantimusic.com

KARAMANTI ONLINE
Website: www.Karamantimusic.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/Karamanti
YouTube: www.youtube.com/KaramantiTV
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Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Karamantimusic

Peter Kay-Williams (born 9 May 1980), professionally known by his stage name “Terro Melody,” is a Jamaican Singer from Cave Valley in the District of St. Ann, Jamaica. He started singing at the age of five years old.

Born into a musical Christian family, his mother a Preacher, and other family members who are also singers and musicians, most notably his aunt, Gospel singer Marlene Edwards is known locally and internationally.

Peter’s talent goes beyond singing. In his spare time he enjoys playing the drums, guitar and piano.

Peter has travelled most, if not all, the corners of Jamaica singing in Clubs, Hotels, Dances and Festivals. He has graced the stage locally with such Reggae luminaries as Shaggy, Marcia Griffiths, Luciano and Professor Nuts.

After spending years on the circuit singing songs that are inspirational to him, whether it’s reggae, soul, pop or RnB, Peter has finally decided to establish himself as a rising performing artist in the reggae industry.

In June 2015, Peter (aka Terro Melody) recorded his 1^st single at Cell Block Studio, working with Syl Gordon and Barry O’Hare. The song is called “Said I Loved You But I Lied,” a cover version of a Michael Bolton track.  This first single was launched on the international digital download network (iTunes) under his own company label PKW Entertainment Productions

MUSIC – EP Album Launch 2015:

• Said I Loved You But I Lied (Cover version – Michael Bolton) – Terro Melody
• Am Falling in Love – Terro Melody
• Don’t Cry – Terro Melody –
• If You Were Here Tonight – Terro Melody
• Nothing Na Gwaan – Terro Melody (Dancehall Track)

Latest Recordings – 2016:

• Unstoppable Love – Terro Melody (Dancehall Track)
• Shorty Wanna Get High – Terro Melody (Dancehall Track)

Neil ‘Stanhype’ Wallace is a DJ & Actor and arguably one of Jamaica’s most talented. His stage name, Stanhype, says it all, as his mixes bring nothing but great energy to events, usually leaving everyone wanting more and anticipating his next occasion.

Stanhype was born in Kingston, Jamaica in 1987. He started in music at a tender age and has since done nothing but keep his audiences ‘Hyped,’ as he is able to spin any genre of music, in any style from any era. He was heavily influenced by his cousin, other family members and the great Robert Nesta Marley (Bob Marley). Additionally, Stanhype was motivated by the different events he has participated in. Events such as the World Reggae Dance Competition which occurred in 2014 and 2015 during Jamaica’s Independence Celebration; various school functions, one of which was a mini tour. Stanhype has also played on local radio stations such as Bess 100 FM and Roots 96.1 FM; and internationally on Vibes FM in the UK.

When he is not behind the turntables, he is in front of the camera as he also takes on different roles in short films and music videos. His acting debut was in the Jamaican movie ‘Kill Dem All An Done.’ He has since played numerous roles in short films produced by Good Vybz Entertainment where he also holds a position as supervisor. DJ Stanhype can also be seen in music videos such as: “Rasta For I” by Duane Stephenson, “Royal Night” by Busy Signal, “Fake Rasta” by Karamanti, “Beg No Ratings” by Chilando, “Life Goes On” by Ricky Teetz, “1000 Forward” by Konshens  and that is Just to name a few.

DJ Stanhype dominates both his crafts as he maintains a strong entertaining path.

Millitant is a self taught recording artist, producer, engineer and song writer who is currently signed to the Manchester based record label, Whatage Music.

Oliver Garfield Carby, more popularly known as Millitant, is the first of twins, born on the 30th of June in the year 1987. Though he was born in Kingston, Jamaica, he grew up in Portmore, St. Catherine, where he attended Rehoboth Basic and Independence City All Age Schools. At the age of seven, his mother, who was a song writer and a lover of music, moved to Top Hill, St. Elizabeth. There he attended the Top Hill Primary School and B.B. Coke Comprehensive High School. He also attended the Junction Vocational Training Centre in St. Elizabeth where he studied carpentry and received a level one certificate.

Millitant’s introduction to music came through his mother. He used to sing along with her at home until he built up the courage to perform one of the songs she wrote at his Primary School. After receiving a favorable response from the students and teachers, his path was decided.

Once he got to high school he started writing songs and performing for small audiences on a regular basis. The feedback from his friends motivated him; hence he recorded his first demo and began to take his career as an artist very serious. At the time he called himself OJ (O for Oliver, his first name and J for Junior which is from his father). The name Millitant came later when a rhythm driven project entitled Military Riddim was released by Renaissance and it was suggested that he changed his name to Millitant. As time went on he began to pay attention to, and pull inspiration from more established artists like Bob Marley, Sean Paul, Beenie Man, Vybz Kartel and Bounty Killer. As he got more involved in the industry, he taught himself how to make beats and mix songs. He became very optimistic about advancing in the music business and very confident that he would take his career to the highest level. Armed with encouragement from his family and friends, Millitant persevered, never losing faith even when the future looked dim.

In 2015, Millitant met Courtney Johnson, CEO and producer at Whatage Music. Courtney heard his songs, recognized his talent and decided to enter into a production and management agreement with him. Since signing, Millitant has released a mixtape and several singles, namely: “Hell Already,” “Jam World,” “Be Strong,” “Be Sure,” and “Music & Melodies.” He is currently working alongside Courtney to promote the aforementioned tracks.

Persons wanting to work with Millitant in any capacity are being asked to contact Whatage Music via email at whatagemusic@gmail.com or call (876) 347-1766.

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A poet and lyricist, Hiawondah, was born Brian Forrester in Clarendon, Jamaica. His migration to the United States enhanced his creativity and experience in music. His magnetic performances always leave a blazing sensation wherever he goes hence his popularity in the New York, Tri-State area.

According to Hiawondah, he is here to assist in the mental and physical uprising of Jah people. He has a strong sense of cultural spiritual and mental upliftment. Inspired by many revolutionaries such as King Emanuel, Charles Edward, Marcus Garvey and Emperor Selassie I of Ethiopia, Hiawondah exudes great confidence in his lyrics and promotes positive vibes. You May also find that some of his lyrics are relative to the issues that many people are faced with on a day to day basis.

Hiawondah has done collaborations with many artists and is featured on several compilation albums. He has voiced for quite a few record labels. His first album “We Different,” was released in 2010 by Irie Vybz Muzik. Hit songs like “Patriot,” “Touch The Road” and “If You Love” are just a few of the tracks that were in heavy rotation in Far Rockaway, NYC. Hiawondah also did a powerful single entitled “Teach” for CD Run.

In 2015 Hiawondah released his second album, and EP called “Egyptian Chronicle” containing 6 powerful and unique tracks.  Hiawondah’s “Egyptian Chronicle” EP is a positive and uplifting Reggae Release by Ites Of Life Music. It is distributed by Zojak Worldwide and available on iTunes now.

Born Floyd Forrester, in May Pen Clarendon, Jamaica, Andi-Ites spent most of his childhood in Water Lane where he and several brothers were raised by his grandparents. At a tender age Andi-Ites and his mother migrated to the United States, where he attended Middle and High school, as well as College. Throughout his school years he participated in extracurricular activities, holding and confirming top positions in various talent competitions.

Andi-Ites’ first professional recorded track was done in a Hip­Hop style, in collaboration with Miami/Fort Lauderdale based rapper Noyd-B. He then created a group called “3rd Level” which took over the South Florida underground air waves. Andi-Ites later left the group to pursue a solo career.

Andi-ites has opened shows for veterans like; Sizzla Kalonji, Buju Banton, Beenie Man and many more internationally known established Reggae artistes. He also released several singles on various labels from Jamaica, United States and the U.K. He has appeared on many compilation albums and featured in many artists’ song releases. Andi­Ites has voiced a number of singles for Strike Gold, including tracks like “Watch Out,” “Grateful,” and “Shat a Road.”

In 2015 Andi-Ites released his first EP entitled “Self Preservation” containing 6 powerful and unique Reggae songs, sung with passion and drive. Andi-Ites’ “Self Preservation” EP is an eclectic mix of positive and uplifting Reggae Music; including a combination featuring the consistent sounds of Lutan Fyah. Released by Ites Of Life Music and distributed by Zojak Worldwide “Self Preservation” is available on iTunes now.