Entertainment On The Go

Sashae hails her ‘transformation’

Dancehall artiste Sashae will be releasing her debut album, Transformation via all digital online platforms on September 19.

“This EP represents a turning point in my life. I am known for clashing, but this EP is about growth, maturity and the process of transformation. It is my personal story, how I went from innocent Yanique to my alter ego, Sashae, from a nice little girl to the evil-minded, hardcore and fearless Sashae,” she said.

The first single Kush Meds, will be officially released later this month, and Sashae said that early feedback has been incredible. She also said there would be a video.

Sashae, given name Yanique Richards, is confirmed to perform on a dancehall show in Guyana on August 31, at the Guyana National Park. She will share the stage with Tommy Lee Sparta.

“There are more overseas shows in the pipeline as my management team is currently in discussion with other parties about upcoming events,” she said.

Jojo Bless creates a buzz with new single

Canadian based fast-rising dancehall artiste Jojo Bless is now promoting her latest single, Destiny.

The song is targeting every audience, as it relates to having the strength and keep going no matter how people keep trying to hold you back.

“ Destiny is being well received. It has been creating a buzz both locally and internationally, on the radio stations and the dances. Everyone loves it. It is overwhelming for me as the song is well received all over the world,” said Jojo Bless.

When asked what inspired the song, Jojo Bless pointed to things that she had experienced, when at her lowest and highest moments.

Her plan is to target every age group with her music. She is currently in the studio working on new projects.

“Right now I’m doing an EP with Prime Time Music also a single with iHouse Records and a Best Friend track with M.I.A Production while preparing for my first Caribbean tour later this year” said Jojo Bless.

Emanuel Wung says ‘money haffi mek’

Dancehall artiste Emanuel Wung earned his Chinese nickname because of his work ethic.

“Some people call me Emanuel, while some just say Wung. The ones who call me Wung say that I clearly remind them of a Chinese man because I’m always working hard to make ends meet, always on the hustle,” said the artiste, whose given name is Kerrith Bernard.

Wung is banking on his hard-hitting single, Money Haffi Mek.

“I am spending a lot of time in the studio finetuning my skills and I have seen a huge improvement in a short period of time; I am coming for my space in the business,” the 27 year-old said.

Wung grew up in the Grays Hill Road area of Mandeville, Manchester, and then attended Black River High school and Northern Caribbean University.

Even after he entered the working world music remained his first love.

“I’ve been singing since the day I was born, I’ve been performing from a very tender age , at church, school. Music is actually my best friend because when I need comfort and someone that I can talk to, I put on my headphone and turn to music; she’s always here for me , no matter what,” he said.