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About

Jamaican singer and songwriter whose unique sound has been described as "Jazz on Dub" for its exclusive blend of reggae, dancehall, jazz, and dub rhythms. She has released albums including "9" and "Note to Self," and performed at major reggae festivals around the world with her band The Dub Treatment.

Before Fame

After spending the first nine years of her life in Falmouth, Trelawny, she and her family relocated to Kingston, the capital city of Jamaica. She attended the University of the West Indies before she released her debut album "New Name" in the year 2013.

Trivia

Her debut album "New Name" was voted Album of the Year by AchisReggae.com. In addition to being an accomplished musical artist, she is also a renowned humanitarian. She developed the "Healing of the Nation" public awareness campaign as well as the non-profit youth and arts advocacy group Manifesto JA.

Family Life

She was born the daughter to a mother who was a social worker and a father who was a Baptist minister.

Associated With

Her vocal style is heavily influenced by classic jazz singers such as Nina Simone and Billie Holiday.