Black-Am-I (@blackamI1)Joins I-Wayne on U.S. I&I Tour This Fall

The newest recruit on the Marley-owned Ghetto Youths International label Black-Am-I teams up with I Wayne, one of today's most pivotal figures in roots reggae, on the I&I Tour that spans over 30 cities across the United States throughout October and November 2014.

In Rastafarian culture, I&I represents the oneness between the human and the divine, so the title only seemed fitting for two of Jamaica's hottest roots reggae artists who are spreading the conscious movement. This past summer, the culturally-inclined reggae singjay performed as one of the opening acts for Damian Marley, performing at large scale music events such as the California Roots Music and Arts Festival in Monterey, CA.  

Along with embarking on the I & I U.S. Tour 2014, Black-Am-I will perform on Oct 20 with Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley, Stephen "Ragga" Marley, Julian Marley, Shaggy, Sean Paul, Bounty Killer, Jah Cure, Busy Signal, Etana, Wayne Marshall, Jo Mersa, Christopher Ellis and more on the Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise. Black-Am-I recently dropped his new single "In The Ghetto," which will be available on the upcoming compilation Ghetto Youths International Presents Set Up Shop Volume 2. 

BLACK-AM-I

Black-Am-I was born Owen Davis on Nov. 17, 1984 in Nine Mile, JA, the birthplace of reggae icon Bob Marley. In honor of Robert Nesta Marley, Black-Am-I received the nickname I-Nesta from his father. He began writing lyrics at age 16 and recorded his first demo CD in 2005. He derived his moniker from his song “Black-Am-I” the first track he recorded for Damian and Ghetto Youths International. 

The song promotes black pride, solidarity and self-determination. “The song says that I am black and I won’t be doing certain things like bleaching my skin; and I will stick to my roots and culture,” said Black-Am-I. Othernotable tracks by Black-Am-I include “Modern Day Freedom” and “Sound System.” His influences include Bob Marley, Damian Marley as well as fiery roots reggae artists like Tarrus Riley Sizzla Kolonji, Jah Mason and Jah Cure.

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Lady Genius Remake Emeli Sande’s "Suitcase"

Multi-talented Reggae singer Lady Genius is ready to take her place in the spotlight. The Clarendon born singer is currently enjoying much attention with a cover of Scottish recording artiste Emeli Sande’s song called Suitcase.

The single which was produced and released by Move Up Records in August has been receiving heavy rotation on a number of radio stations both locally and abroad. “Suitcase is a song I love dearly, Emeli Sande is an incredible writer and great singer. I really admire her work a lot. I recorded Suitcase in 2013 when I was in the states, that version had a more R&B sound.

But in August I re-recorded it because I wanted to give a nice Reggae lovers rock vibe. It turns that I made the right choice, so far the response to this version of the song has been great,” said the artiste.  

Lady Genius recently released a supporting music video for Suitcase which features cameo appearances from former Shocking Vibes member Silver Cat and upcoming actress Kat Eye. The video was filmed under the direction of Mark Edwards of Never Mind Productions at various locations in Clarendon including Twin Palm Estates. “We’ve just released the video, it’s a really nice video, and I think it’s going to help to push the song further.” 

Prior to releasing suitcase Lady Genius released a handful of singles including a cover of Rihanna’s Stay and a cover of Toni Braxton & Baby Face’s Hurt You which was done in tandem with veteran Reggae singer Anthony Malvo. 

The multitalented singer who is also a professional model and radio host is getting ready to release another single before the end of the month. “Before the end of the month I’m going to release a follow up single to Suitcase. It’s a nice Dancehall flavored track called Nah Stop Try. I recorded this song for a label called Push Hitz Record in New York,” said Lady Genius.