I-Octane aka "The Closer" Pulls Out All Stops … And Delivers

Dynamic dancehall entertainer, I-Octane aka The Closer, has completed an exhaustive and fun-filled series of shows for the summer, ending this leg of his journey with two megawatt performances in Savannah, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina, USA on August 29 and 30.

Connecting solidly with his fans and leaving them yearning for more, has become the norm for the in-demand, “Gal A Gimme Bun” singer and his debut performance in Charlotte at the MYNT Lounge was no different.

Just like the Savannah fans did the previous night, those in Charlotte turned out in full force and welcomed I-Octane to their culturally rich city. With such a red carpet reception, ‘The Closer’ had no option but to give that extra 10 percent, seamlessly running through his arsenal of hit singles which excited the crowd to fever-pitch. It was entertainment in the truest sense of the word and the fans loved every second of it, as did the artiste himself.  

“People sometimes ask if it doesn’t get boring after a while, but the truth is that it doesn’t. Each experience is different…unique…special. Even though the energy levels are always on a high, no two shows are the same. I love being out there with the people, it’s an awesome feeling to know that these people have bought their tickets to support me on my musical journey and I give thanks for that. Team I-Octane all the way,” the singer christened Byiome Muir stated. 

Asked about his memorable experiences in the last month, he noted that the Montreal International Reggae Festival in Quebec, Canada, was a real eye-opener, mainly owing to its diversity and the intensity of the performers. The St. Maarten show also ranked in the Top 5. However, it was the showdown at Happy Time held at Belmont Beach, Westmoreland that stands out for a most unexpected reason – it involved a clash with a police officer right there on stage. 

The stakes for this lyrical battle were high – if Octane won, the show would go on, if the officer of the law won, he would enforce the Night Noise Abatement Act and lock off the show. And what was the outcome? “Well, the show had to be locked off,” a laughing I-Octane said. With that being said, the artiste is looking forward to dates in September which include performances at Aquasol, Track & Records, Margaritaville, Bikefest and overseas dates in Boston and Rochester.

K'Coneil Delivers During NYC Labor Day Weekend Events

Labor Day in New York is known for the celebration of the caribbean culture, spicy foods, beautiful costumes, Eastern Parkway parade and the invasion of Caribbean artists. It has become that time of year when many people from all over the world travel to New York expecting to see their favorite artists and new artists perform.

This year rising reggae-pop fusion artist K'Coneil was right there for all to see perform. Returning from Miami, where he was a guest at Dancehall icon Beenie Man birthday party, K'Coneil was ready for New York Labor Day festivities. With his current single 'Gyal a You' gaining momentum, K'Coneil was now back in New York for Labor Day and scheduled for several major events.

First up was Irie Jam Radio & JukeBoxx Records Love Situation Party, event inside Mingles Cafe, Bronx New York. Reggae singer Tarrus Riley aka Singy Singy was scheduled to headline his first show ever in Bronx, New York and K'Coneil was set to perform alongside Tarrus Riley. Coming out to a warm welcome from a jam pact crowd K'Coneil waisted no time to give them his sensational warm soothing charismatic performance.

"It was my second time performing in Mingles and what they say about the second time being better is true. The reception from the fans was warm and well received, I thank everyone for the support" said K'Coneil. Then he was off to the Garage Night Club where he was scheduled to perform alongside the King of the dancehall Beenie Man. As a true professional K'Coneil was ready and entertained the capacity crowd at The Garage Nite Club. Before wrapping up his weekend K'Coneil was added to the big annual concert known as 5 Alarm Blaze, which was held in New York City. 5 Alarm Blaze line had Mavado, new sensation Kranium, Bunji Garlin, QQ, Fayan Lyons, Lyrikal just to mention a few. 

For many that might have been the end of the Labor Day weekend but K'Coneil had to go on 'the parkway' to take in the carnival festivities with his fans and then he was off to Hot97 where he was interviewed by Bobby Konders. K'Coneil and his team is currently gearing up for several magazine features as well as building the momentum around his new single before shooting the video.