DEFRANCO
Reserved, spontaneous, humble yet outspoken are some of the words music industry giants use to describe Defranco. But who is he as a recording artist? He started his professional music career in 2006 when he entered the Jamaican talent show ‘Rising Stars’ and although he did not win, he was selected for the Kingston top ten from amongst the two thousand six hundred (2600) persons that had entered that year. Later in 2009 he was called to perform on the prestigious annual staging of the Jazz and Blues festival stage.

The audience and organizers were so elated by his vocal strength and lyrical content that he was recalled later that night to perform a second time. Media houses were excited to interview the medium height, well dressed, dark complexion guy with a cutting edge voice. Born into a poor family in the early 80’s as Dwayne Francis, he was taught the foundation and importance of love by his grandmother and great grandmother. His lyrics are drawn from situations surrounding family, lovers, social commentaries, and other personal experiences.

It was these situations that tackled his intelligence for years, and which fuelled his determination to pursue a career in the Jamaica Defence Force, starting from the cadet group while in high school. Although he always had a gift to sing and play the drums, he aptly neglected to sing solo, just a regular choir member and drummer at church, but little did he know.

The Change
Finally, having finished school with his life is going as planned, he was closer to becoming a member of the Jamaica Defence Force. After a hard day’s work he would relax by listening to mainly R&B music. He said, ‘My mind began to think freely towards writing and funny enough my catalog of demos started. Is it at all possible that my calling is to be a recording artist?’ If that’s the case he was convinced he had to somewhat incline himself to the history and cry of his ancestors and spiritual beliefs, adapt to the roots of his heritage, Reggae.

The transition was tedious until he began to understand more about himself. Now a listener of Disco, Reggae, and old hits he fell in love with Richie Spice, Bob Marley, Barrington Levi, Tarrus Riley, and Dennis Brown. As time passed he was no longer a shy guy, instead, he was publicly singing and writing songs with his own style which he calls ”Reggae Blues.”

Defranco reminisced, “In 2009 I met Dean Fraser and had the opportunity to record my first single, I’ll Give You for his label Cannon Records. I knew there and then that I had some talent as this would not have been happening. Finally I heard my voice on the radio stations in Jamaica then calls from abroad kept coming in, now I am totally convinced that I actually can sing. (chuckle). Since then I have done other recordings at Tuff Gong & Grafton studios, performed at live music venues around the island of Jamaica, done tribute shows to artists and a few corporate office parties. These events gave birth to ‘‘Change,” my second single released in late 2010 by Marshall Arts records and airplay has extended to Africa.

The progress of Defranco has an artist, slowed down in 2011 mainly becasue of lack of directed promotion. However this did not deter him from making good music and staying focus on his career, goals and objectives.

March 2012 saw the release of a sampler compilation from Defranco consisting of (2) songs distributed by Reggae Release to radio stations, disc jocks, sound system etc, which has renewed interest in this young man with the golden voice and has brought back his positive beautiful music back on many playlist and radio station rotation.

It is a reality; Defranco is a fast growing recording artist and will become a house old name in this life.

LISTEN | DeFranco – It’s No Fun Anymore:

Contacts:
DeFranco: De Franco | Facebook

Booking Contacts:
Mail: reggaerelease@gmail.com
Blackberry PIN: 23512ACA
Facebook: Reggae Release | Facebook

Tracklist:
01 – DeFranco – It’s No Fun Anymore
02 – DeFranco – Got To Change
03 – DeFranco – Give What You Want
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Beres Hammond comes in just under the buzzer with a brand new musical gem that was released just before Valentine’s Day…and the Reggae world takes a collective sigh of relief. The holiday of Love wouldn’t have been the same without something silky, smooth, and sexy from the man who put the ‘love’ in Lover’s Rock. Produced by Collin ‘Bulby’ York of Fateyes Productions, “In My Arms” is classic Beres – soulful, rich, and flawless. It’s a shame that the current generation of artists hasn’t really embraced Lover’s Rock. Beres’ sugary sweet lyrics, poured over that down-home raspy, soul-filled voice gets it every time, and it just never gets old.

LISTEN | Beres Hammond – In My Arms:

Contacts:
Beres Hammond: @Beres_Hammond
Bulby: @Bulbyyork

Tracklist:
01 – BERES HAMMOND – IN MY ARMS
02 – BULBY – IN MY ARMS RIDDIM VERSION
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Fams House Music Presents Delus Featuring Kerra Star “The One”. Good Single With Positive Reggae Vibes. The One Is Available For Digital Purchase On Itunes!

LISTEN | Delus Ft. Kerra Star – The One:

Contacts:
Fams House: @famshousemusic
Delus: @Delusdj

Tracklist:
01 – Delus Ft. Kerra Star – The One
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Ikation Records Presents Capleton’s New Positive Single Titled “Don’t Give Up”. This Is An Authentic Reggae Single With Considerable Catchy Snares As Well As Being Complemented With Celestial Background Effects Not Forgetting A Solid Message! Don’t Give Up Is Currently Available For Digital Purchase On Itunes!

Don’t Give Up Itunes: Don’t Give Up | Itunes

LISTEN | Capleton – Don’t Give Up:

Contacts:
Capleton: @capletonmusic
Waka: @wakaproductions

Tracklist:
01 – Capleton – Don’t Give Up
02 – Ikation Records – Don’t Give Up Version
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Billy Zee Music Presents Christopher Martin’s New Single Titled “Glitter” Off The Soon To Be Released Drip Riddim. Positive Single From One Of Jamaica’s Leading Singer & Songwriter. Glitter Will Soon Be Available For Digital Purchase On Itunes.

LISTEN | Christopher Martin – Glitter:

Contacts:
Billy Zee: @BILLYZEE
Christopher Martin: @Iamchrismartin

Tracklist:
01 – Christopher Martin – Glitter
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Di Genius Records Presents Gentleman “When You Get Lost” As Gentleman’s First Single Of The Year. Wonderfully Crafted Authentic Reggae Riddim By The Extremely Talented “Di Genius”. Gentleman Relays A Wonderful Empowering Message On The Track & Is Currently Receiving Heavy Rotation Both Locally & Internationally. When You Get Lost Will Be Soon Available For Digital Purchase On Itunes!

LISTEN | Gentleman – When You Get Lost:

Contacts:
Di Genius: @DiGenius1.
Tracklist:
01 – Gentleman – When You Get Lost
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Markus Records Presents “Mama Food Put On” By I-Octane, Extremely Positive Single By I-Octane. Mama Food Put On Is Available For Digital Purchase On Itunes!

Mama Food Put On Itunes: Mama Food Put On | Itunes

LISTEN | I-Octane – Mama Food Put On:

Contacts:
Markus Records: @1RealMarkus

Tracklist:
01 – I-Octane – Mama Food Put On
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Pot Of Gold Productions Presents Richie Stephens & Gentleman New Positive Single Titled “Warrior”. Conscious Uplifting Song That We Can All Relate To. Warrior Will Be Available For Digital Purchase On Itunes Soon!

LISTEN | Richie Stephens & Gentleman – Warrior:

Contacts:
Richie Stephens: @Richie_Stephens

Tracklist:
01 – Richie Stephens Ft. Gentleman – Warrior
02 – Pot Of Gold – Warrior Version
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Chuky Music Presents Mr Agriculture Which Is A Cool Mellow Herbalist Anthem! Mr Agriculture Will Be Available For Digital Purchase On Itunes Soon!

LISTEN | Chuky – Mr Agriculture:

Contacts:
Chuky: @chukymusic

Tracklist:
01 – Chuky – Mr Agriculture (Raw)
02 – Chuky – Mr Agriculture (Radio)
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Lamar Clan Productions Presents Bugle Ft. Oriel “My Love”. This Is A Single Dedicated To The Ladies. My Love Will Soon Be Available For Digital Purchase On Itunes!

LISTEN | Bugle Ft. Oriel – My Love:

Contacts:
Lamar Clan: @lamarclan
Bugle: @BugleMusic
Oriel: @Undateka

Tracklist:
01 – Bugle Ft. Oriel – My Love
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