Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Deru’s “Nuh Weh Nuh Betta” Continues To Rise.
When talented musicians collaborate good things happen. Such is the case with the 2010 JCDC Festival Song Competition and the song “Nuh Weh Nuh Betta” delivered powerfully by talented singer Deru, written by local singer-songwriter Cezar and produced by Dylan Powe of Swatch International/Prodigal Entertainment. The song is already in the top 10 and is a favorite to cop the coveted top prize this year.
The singer Deru has been paying his dues locally for some time having been a finalist in the Red Stripe big break competition 2005 and then becoming one of the lead vocalists of the University Singers. He has also recorded, toured and performed extensively, gaining the experience and growing the talent that shines through so brightly in the song.
The timing of the song and accompanying video (shot by Ras Tingle of TD Films) could not be better in light of recent events and the ongoing state of emergency. It speaks about the challenges faced by ordinary Jamaicans but does so with a sense of defiance proclaiming that despite the problems, nowhere is better than Jamaica. The sense of pride that it conveys is real, passionate, is not gimmicky and is current. As a result the song been receiving ample airplay on sound systems, in clubs and in mainstream media locally and overseas.
Following a recent performance, someone was heard to say that Deru is such a great vocalist and performer that it “isn’t fair”! They wanted to see good performers, but perhaps this one was too good. We hope that’s not really the case, and have been encouraged to see this uplifting song gaining in popularity by the day. Come finals day it should be in the forefront of any lover of Jamaica and Jamaican music. Here is a song and an artist that can represent the sound of a new rejuvenated JCDC Festival Competition and raise the interest of a younger generation. We hear you Deru and we agree…NUH WEH NUH BETTA dan Yard!
You can continue to vote for Deru by text by sending the number ‘8’ to 444-3270. Each text is $20.
Junior X Positive About Soon To Be Released Debut Album
Revolutionary Entertainment recording artist Junior X is very excited about his soon to be released debut album. Junior X says that the album which is tentatively titled Tha Soundtrack Of Life, will be very special. As he and all the producers and musicians who have been working on the project have put a great deal of effort into making it a very good album.
“My debut album will be something special the whole production team and I have put a lot of work into the project to make it extra special. After all it’s my first album and I know the fans expect a very good album from me,” said Junior X whose real name is Richard White.
Over the last six months Junior X has been in the studio working on the album with the likes of top producers and musicians such as Sly and Robbie, Bobby Digital, Dean Frazer, Clive Hunt, Roy Francis, Demarco and Kirkle Dove. He has also done collaborations for the album with artists such as Gyptian and Queen Ifrica.
Dennis Livingston the CEO of Revolutionary Entertainment the management and production company, that Junior X is signed to says that production work on the album should be completed by the end of July and it will be released in September. He also stated that once the album is released Junior X will be hitting the road to promote the album in the US and Europe.
Chedda Rocks Village Blues Cafe Live Concert Series
Decked in a light blue and white ensemble courtesy of local designer Romeich Wear, Darkcide Media recording artiste Chedda took the stage at the Village Blues Cafe, Barbican after Denyque paved the way as the opening act.
Making his debut on the popular live concert series, Chedda did not disappoint has the packed house littered with celebrities and corporate executives got a glimpse of what this talent upcoming act had to offer. After paying homage to slain entertainer O’Neil Edwards of Voicemail, Chedda kicked off his set with the chart bubbler ‘Nah Stay Poor’, by then the large audience had become more responsive as he grew in confidence reeling off several other hits namely; ‘Hill and Gully’ and ‘Cleanest’.
Now in his comfort zone, Chedda then delved into the more serious aspect of his performance with the thought provoking number ‘Cyah Trick We Again’ which speaks to the economic hardships and atrocities plaguing our nation. In the end his ten minutes set was well received and garnered high praises from patrons and fellow entertainers alike.
Last Saturday Chedda also made his debut at ‘Settlement’ giving a good account of himself alongside J.O.P front man Aidonia.
Meanwhile with several singles in rotation, the Cassia Park native has just released his forth song for the summer holidays entitled ‘Cleanest’ featuring teen sensation QQ and is now in talks about shooting a video in the coming weeks. The track was produced by Coppershot Music.
On July 24th, Chedda is booked to perform at Summer Bar-raage at the Spirit Oasis, Hope Gardens.
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