Only Alpha wants to be the top man

Dancehall artiste Only Alpha says that his stage name is a statement of his intent, which is to achieve top dog status in dancehall.

He is currently enjoying a buzz with his latest release, Dark Page, which has been featured on radio and is sparking interest on social media platforms.

"So far I have had mainly positive reviews. I have performed this song many times over several weeks and the reception has been exceptional. The inspiration behind the song is my efforts in trying to make a change within myself, but it doesn't usually happen when or how we want it," said the artiste, whose given name is Alpha Beckford.

The artiste grew up in Palmer's Cross, Clarendon, and attended Central High School in May Pen. The artiste's family boasts a decent musical pedigree as his father, Lascelles Beckford, played guitar on sessions for the Bob Marley.

"My mother did background vocals for my father while he worked on his musical endeavours. My sister won the Tastee Talent show at the age of 11, and two of my sisters entered Digicel Rising Stars ... not to mention my brother Yung Ras, who is doing his own thing," he said.

Only Alpha's first recording was Banger Anthem, but it was never released. Dark Page will be his first officially released project.

"My future plans are to keep inspiring people with my music, making more music and touring. I have enough songs recorded for an actual album, but I don't currently have an EP planned as yet," he said.