O’Neil Bryan, better known to dancehall disciples across the globe as Elephant Man, is loved and admired for his outlandish lyrics, colorful image and high energy performances. This past April Ele released his newest testament, Lets Get Physical, which debuted at number one on Billboard’s reggae chart. The album is his first since signing a marketing and distribution deal with P.Diddy’s Bad Boy Worldwide Entertainment in November, 2006.
It’s about 4:30p.m. on a March evening and the Energy God is still bursting with gusto even after a long day of interviews. Loud and boisterous, he talks to an associate about buying some fresh snapper from Queens so that he can cook up his favorite dish: steamed fish and rice. Ele excitedly brags about how he was up until 3a.m. the previous morning fixing himself a hot plate. As Elephant’s telephone conversation with WhereItzAt Magazine ensues, he’s asked about his cooking skills. “I’m a big chef, you didn’t know? I got it on lock,” he says gleefully.
Meet Queen Ifrica, one of roots reggae’s hottest female vocalists since Marcia Griffiths whose effervescent sound will have you chanting roots, reality and culture. With her profound lyrics, powerful voice, pulsating rhythms, unique style and spirited performances, Ifrica is undoubtedly the new “Queen of Roots Reggae.” More…
Something New
Trinidad & Tobago’s newest singing sensation Jamelody is not a soca artist, but a multi-genre entertainer. The lover’s rock crooner is the reggae world’s next Garnett Silk; with his flowing locks and soothing voice, Jamelody is definitely a force to be reckoned with in the industry.
His debut album Be Prepared , which was released in May, features hits like the title tack “Be Prepared,” “Love Crazy,” “Ithiopia” and “Pressure”. More...
Rising Down
As Morgan Heritage prepares to release its tenth studio album Mission In Progress, the group’s members are still enjoying the longevity and vitality that has helped them get to this point in their career. WhereItzAt had the opportunity to speak to Una Morgan, the First Lady of the group, who says it’s definitely a blessing for the band to be here, especially since longevity in today’s music biz is hardly guaranteed. More...
