By Carl Gilchrist—-
His bio says he is the next revolutionary, conscious and influential artist that the world has been looking for to rise from Jamaica.
In a country where several artists tend to come to the fore each year, only to fall by the wayside in their search for international success, it means one has to have something special to go all the way. Rastafarian reggae singer Tony Frass, who was born Kenroy Allen in Salem, Clarendon, believes firmly that he has what it takes and is ready to make the prediction in his bio come to pass.
“I’m ready to take on that role of revolutionary, conscious and influential artist because all of that is a good move and a good thing for one to be looking forward to do,” Frass said. “What’s going to make me succeed in this business is I’m just being myself. I’m being real, I’m being natural. I’m not going to follow whatever running the place because everyone has something different to offer, so you can’t really follow what’s going on. You have to be natural and be you, and just keep it positive.”
New project released
Songs such as Work Fi Di Breakfast and Joyful Noise, the title track of his recently launched EP, suggest a talented artist with a bright future.
Frass remembers growing up in Clarendon and listening to Garnett Silk, who emerged from Manchester, and being inspired by the late artist. But it was not until he moved to Kingston over five years ago and did his first recording that Frass realised the depth of Silk’s impact on him. The influence has led him on the path that he now travels: an artist whose music is meant to be a positive force on the world.
His first major show was in January at Rebel Salute in St Ann. It was an experience that further enhanced Tony Frass’ confidence and whetted his appetite moving forward.
“Rebel Salute was wonderful for the first time. It was a great vibe. It’s my biggest show to date and it really went well. I have no doubt my career will take off,” Tony Frass said.
“At this point in my career, I’m really getting some love from the people. I have to give thanks and nuff love and nuff respect to all the people who nuh really know me in person, but know me through the Internet and love mi ting.
“And mi haffi big up di fans dem in the streets same way who hear and love real music and know seh yeah, a next artiste on the rise – and is not just on the rise, but rising with a message and a purpose,” Frass added.
For the future, Tony Frass’ outlook is simple. “I want to be a household name in the music so everybody can listen because I have some really positive things to offer to the people,” he said.
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