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No Phear
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Hailing from Jamaica and raised in St. Ann parish and the Cayman Islands, No Phear is a versatile singer-songwriter who fuses the cadence of traditional reggae/dancehall with hip hop and rap elements. What makes No Phear’s offering unique is his innovative combination of an old school vibe with a modern, urban finish. This fusion of styles makes No Phear’s music particularly appealing to contemporary audiences and reggae/dancehall enthusiasts alike. No Phear’s signature style combines driving beats, resonant vocals and inspired lyrics. The rhythmic undercurrent bears testament to a modern interpretation of reggae, and the music is accentuated throughout with elements of dancehall and hip hop. No Phear’s songs prove that reggae/dancehall music can be audacious and current to appeal to today’s listeners without taking away from its traditional value.
No Phear’s work manifests his developing style and is a reflection of his influences over the years and the changes he has experienced as an artist. It is important to No Phear that his music has a modern edge that appeals to and entertains contemporary audiences and still pays homage to the traditional Caribbean music of his roots. An array of influences has found its way into No Phear’s music. While his grounding is in traditional reggae, his style has been shaped by other musical forms indigenous to the Caribbean. No Phear always brings something singular and fresh to a traditional sound. For this reason, his preference for unconventional beats has been enhanced by his ability to blend the essence of reggae/dancehall with a fresh urban note flavored by rap and hip hop.
No Phear first appeared on the reggae/dancehall scene in 1998 as a member of the Slata Crew. The Crew had a loyal fan base and enjoyed much success on the local reggae scene. As a solo artist No Phear has enjoyed a greater level of success, achieving much notoriety on the underground reggae scene. His creativity is uninhibited, and his true talents are undeniable. His raw lyrics and unique sound put No Phear in a class by himself.
Besides on his own projects, No Phear’s music can also be heard on DJ Tsunami’s mixed tape Money Well Spent, Volume 3. His song “My Time” is featured on Lenox Lawrence’s compilation CD, Wine Riddim, and has received exposure in the European markets. “De Wah Dah”, a tune No Phear created for the Black Blingas, is in regular rotation in all of the Jamaican markets. No Phear has collaborated with Phillip Smart, a producer who has worked with well-known reggae artists like Shaggy and Wayne Wonder. In addition, No Phear has opened for popular reggae artists, including Sean Paul, Beenie Man, and Elephant Man.
No Phear's musical influences include Bob Marley, Buju Banton, Shabba Ranks, Beres Hammond, Mahalia Jackson, Teddy Pendergrass, Sean Paul, Bounty Killer, Vybez Kartel, Shaggy, Aidonia, Busy Signal and Demarco.
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