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Meet Ginjah: The puissant Jamaican Reggae voice breaking his way into Africa
Jamaican Reggae Singer, Ginjah, is our spotlight artiste following his latest album “Survival” release. His “Survival” album, which would be his 4th body of work was released on March 20, 2020. Before we get into that album review, here’s a brief biography about the Caribbean vocalist. Ginjah has featured on countless Riddims, with the latest being the “World Rebirth Riddim” produced by Reggae Vibes Music which listed notable Singers like Jah Cure, Anthony B, Turbulence, Yami Bolo, Lutan Fyah, amongst others.
Listen to Ginjah on “World Rebirth Riddim” album here: https://smarturl.it/WorldRebirth
In 1999, Valentine Nakrumah Fraser caught the attention of ace Reggae Crooner, Beres Hammond. Relishing the spiciness in the young artiste’s voice, the Senior Reggae Balladeer also noticed Fraiser’s wild crave for the popular Jamaican brew known as ‘Ginger Beer’.
It was logically a short hop mentally for Beres Hammond to name the young man Ginjah. “This is Valentine Nakrumah Fraser, an artiste called Ginjah.
Listen to “Survival” album by Ginjah here: https://music.apple.com/au/album/survival/1497382639
“Mr. Beres Hammond gave the name to me”, Ginjah said, adding that he is representing black liberation, black consciousness, and the teachings of Haile Selassie I.
Having been invited to be a part of Beres Hammond’s Harmony House record label, Ginjah began in 2000 and by 2001, he was on a tour opening for Beres Hammond several shows stretching across the major Caribbean cities, leaving behind a trail of satisfied patrons begging for more.
“It was never an easy task opening for a musical icon like Beres Hammond,” Ginjah admitted.
He further went on to add…”but I went out there and did my best and met the challenge with full force.” As Expected, with good work, comes more work. So Ginjah went on touring with Beres Hammond throughout the world, inclusive of places like Europe, Canada, the United States and Japan.
Ginjah has released at least 3 Albums:
- Urge To Love (2014)
- Roots (2016)
- Survival (2020)
Follow Ginjah on his social media pages below:
Twitter: @GinjahMusic
Instagram: @DaRealGinjah
Facebook: @GinjahMusic
(Source: BeenieWords.com)
