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Artist Bios.

Tanya Mullings

Multi Award winning Canadian singer Tanya Mullings currently holds the title as "Most Improved Entertainer" for the 2009 International Reggae and World Music Awards, also "Top Female Artist" with the 2008 RMAA & "Top Reggae Album" (Music Is My Life)","Top Producer", and "Top Female Singer" with the 2007 CRMA. Internationally recognized Tanya has received 14 Canadian Reggae Music Awards, 7 Caribbean Crucible Awards, 2 Reggae Music Achievement Awards, she was nominated four times for the prestigious Juno Awards and was presented with the Citizens Award for the Arts by the City of Brampton in Ontario Canada. Tanya has dedicated 21 years & 4 albums of work with the most prestigious producers in the industry. She performed on the 1992 Reggae Sunsplash, Jamaica, 1993 Reggae Sumfest Jamaica, 1996 Reggae Sumfest Jamaica, 2005 & 2007 Montreal International Reggae Festival, 2007 Calgary International Reggae Festival, 2008 Irie Jamboree NY , Brixton Academy London England, Madison Square Gardens NY, Hard Rock Live Orlando FL, and Smile Jamaica TVJ. With no surprise Tanya continues to climb the musical ladder as she joins the airways as co-host on the ever so popular “Rebel Vibez” CHRY 105.5FM, with host/sister Carrie Mullings, while still maintaining her role as VP of I.M.O.K. Enterprises.

Humble

2009 has been a pivotal year for Humble, after taking home the 2009 Juno as well as Best Artist at the 2009 Reggae Achievement Awards, Humble has been working on exposing his music to every avenue possible. Airplay in European countries has been a primal focus as well as establishing himself on the visual level with the release of his new video for the single 'It's So Wonderful' which was filmed entirely in St. Elizabeth Jamaica. Currently Humble is writing for his third full length album but a release date won't be until 2010, until then this artist will continue recording and collaborating with some of Canada's top artists and releasing singles as a run up to his third album. Humble fans keep looking out for quality and consistent reggae music from this award winning singer/songwriter.

Belinda Brady

Belinda has worked with some of reggae's top recording artists such as Shaggy and Julian Marley to name a few. The talented entertainer is a two time Juno Nominee for her hit singles "Flex" (1998) and "Gifted Man" (distributed in 2003 by EMI on the Master T Reggae Vibes Compilation). Belinda also won the Canadian Urban Music Award for "Too Late" (1999) for best R&B single. She has enjoyed major commercial airplay across Canada and the Caribbean with singles "Want Something" and "Free your Mind" produced by legendary duo Sly and Robbie. Belinda has also worked with Canadian Idol Judge Farley Flex who managed her career for a number of years. Currently, Belinda is recording a reggae R&B album with a release date set for 2010. Belinda continues to break down Global barriers and is constantly gaining support from media and fans worldwide.

Jimmy Reid

Jimmy Reid's style, grace and finesse has been a crowd pleaser for over 30 years as he has made his mark in the Reggae Industry over the last three decades. Along with Jimmy's award winning voice, this true veteran to the reggae industry, brings his passion to his art and his heartbreaking smile that lights up an auditorium to every sold out show he performs at. Jimmy Reid is currently working on his fifth album, set to be released later in 2009. It is guaranteed to be more of the good stuff: songs that move your body and soul,... rock steady ballads imbued with the true sounds of Rasta and Caribbean culture....songs born deep in Jimmy's heart.... Close your eyes. His music will take you there.

Lady Lydz

Recording and performing artist from Grenada, Lady Lydz recorded two original C D's namely "Soca Queen" and "Ride De Riddim." Lady Lydz performed in England, U S A, (New York) and Grenada. In Toronto, she has also performed at the Bamboo and in Hamilton at The Big Blue to name a few. Lady Lydz's style incorporates soca, reggae and R&B and is presently in studio working on her third album. Her goal is to become an international performing artist.

Original Nijal

Original Nijal was honored with request from Chris Blackwell and Bob Marley to record tracks at Tuff Gong recording studios. He experienced his first number one hit single in Canada (number 4 on the New York top 40) with "Special Lady". This song was featured on the Selekta Showcase various artist album featuring Sanghez, Ninja Man, Shaka Demus and Sugar Minott to name a few. Original Nijal's next single "Rub-A -Dub Christmas" is featured on the Reggae Christmas album with Ini Kamozi, Gregory Isaacs, Frankie Paul, Lady Patra and others. Original Nijal has performed alongside Millie Jackson, Melba More, Ernie Smith and Jerry Butler in Toronto and in 2005 was honored with the 'Producer of the year' award by the Toronto International Reggae Association. Original Nijal continues to write, produce and perform his songs with unique quality and style.

Chris Hayles

Christopher Hayles portrayal of Sammy Davis, Jr. is astounding. Chris says that he has to buy his clothes from "Toys R Us" because of his diminutive size, but that doesn't stop him from sharing his boundless energy and charm as he portrays Sammy. He captures your heart as he sings some of Sammy's famous songs such as "Candyman, What Kind of Fool Am I, Somethings Gotta Give and Mr Bo Jangles".

DJ Kid Finesse/Mystic Impact

I'm a very versitile dj from toronto, canada. I play r&b, hip-hop, reggae, soca, house, old school, retro & chutney. You can catch me every tuesday from 6pm to 8pm on c.h.r.y. 105.5 confunksion show with - nite rider, fresh cut & baby g & coming soon mystic radio on satelite. Also, every saturday at afterlife 250 adelaide st. W (downtown) cirque saturday's feat. Kid finesse, jump up kings, baba kahn, snax & one touch hosted by: kid kut & nick t john

Mixed Blood Entertainment

Cheryl Henry, founder and president of Mixed Blood Entertainment, has been dancing since she was six years old. In her early years, she studied ballet, piano, gymnastics, and figure skating. As a career, she pursued her interest in accounting, business administration, events and project management. She has worked with independent artists, small businesses, non-profit charitable organizations, in film and video productions. Cheryl never released her desire for the entertainment arts and her passion to dance, taking up Lindy Hop/Swing dance classes after reading a newspaper article in March 2000. Eager to learn about her African roots and Afro-centric dances, Cheryl approached this African -American style of dance with great enthusiasm and has been dancing ever since. Cheryl studies with local teachers and international Lindy Hop, Tap, Jazz, and music masters Frankie Manning, Norma Miller, Chester Whitmore, Chazz Young, Skip Cunningham, Jeni LeGon, Dawn Hampton, and Sugar Sullivan. Cheryl has performed on stage in Minneapolis, Key West, festivals and events in Toronto and Ottawa. With MBE, she is now "On The R.O.A.D," endeavouring to educate herself on Afro-centric dances, as well as provide authentic historical details in performances, presentations, dance classes and workshops.

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