Reggae meets Hip Hop meets Dancehall with a fresh, positive sound. Think Nas jamming with Damian Marley round at Peter Tosh's house. We call it " Caribbean Hip Hop" but in essence Raspire Music is an island fusion that is bound to make you feel good. Thanks for listening, discover Raspire then spread it like wildfire!

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When English fails to express how I view myself and the world, music always does a better job at it.

When Jesse Royal was only a cub, the Lord revealed to his mother that she would have to release one of her sons to the world, proclaiming “he will be a psalmist, declaring righteousness and justice throughout creation.” As Jesse matured into a young lion, his mother observed in him a strong sense of integrity and a natural ability to positively affect those around him. But, it was his deep spirituality, passion for life and unique connection to music that would convince her that he was being molded to be used by the Creator. 

Jesse David Leroi Grey, aka Jesse Royal, was born April 29, 1989. He enjoyed his early years in the hills of Maroon Town and the District of Orange in St. James before moving in the late 90’s with his mother and brother to join his father in Kingston. As fate would have it, Royal developed a special relationship with Daniel ‘Bambaata’ Marley (son of Ziggy Marley) at school. His friendship with Daniel proved to be fuel to the fire as they shared a deep passion for music and football. Their friendship evolved as they spent a great part of their childhood together. Soon the natural inclination confirmed they were simply brothers with different mothers. As these cubs became lions so grew their devotion to music. With the help of longtime friend Curt ‘Qban’ White they began composing and creating their own music. And together they proceeded to fulfill what they knew was a predestined musical journey, designed to inspire, engage and unite people beyond all geographic borders. 

After Jesse returned home from schooling abroad, he reestablished a relationship with high school friend and young producer Kareem ‘Remus’ Burrell (son of Philip ‘Fatis’ Burrell). They began creating and composing music together also, which developed into a Movement as they shared similar views on the social state of Jamaica. 

Blessed with a voice that captures the pain and hunger of a ‘downtrodden’ people; Royal’s militant character and profound lyricism caught the heart of heralded reggae producer, Philip ‘Fatis’ Burrell. Fatis Burrell, affectionately called ‘Father’ had a great and pure impact on the ‘old soul’ of Jesse; as he credits him as an invaluable inspiration and one of the most influential individuals that he has ever encountered.

Working with musicians such as Sly Dunbar, Robbie Shakespeare, Donald Dennis, Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith and Monty Savory; Jesse is currently in the studio putting the final touches on his debut album with producer Kareem Burrell of the XTM.Nation. Jesse Royal has released three mixtapes , Misheni, In Comes The Small Axe and Royally Speaking with Major Lazer. His Debut Album "Lily of The Valley" is now available on all digital platforms.

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*Misa West Autobiography*

Jamaica is one of the country's smallest parishes in the county of Middlesex. It’s chief town and capital is Port Maria, located on the coast and it is also the birthplace of established dancehall reggae artistes, Capleton, Lady Saw, Ninja Man, Sizzla and Tanya Stephens.  
Upcoming Reggae artiste Misa West was born and raised in Islington, St. Mary.  He became fascinated with the art of writing and performing songs from watching ‘the big guns’ perform, peeping through “zinc holes at Bamboo Lawn as a youth.” Zinc would be used as perimeter fencing at Bamboo Lawn, the infamous venue in the parish known to many for staging major events.  Misa West grew up playing drums at church but found out that such duty coincided with his, “Sunday cricket games.”  He recalled getting, “pinched” by some of the elderly women who attended his church whenever he was absent along with sentiments such as “you were not in church today to play for us we really missed you.”

Misa West left Islington, and became a member of the civil service group of Jamaica when he joined the Fire Brigade.  His love for music stayed with him so he decided to merge both his professional and music careers.  Now a Fire-Fighter/Entertainer, Misa West has already released a couple of songs.  His most successful single entitles, “Heartless” from the Album “It Nuh Fair” Which entered the iTunes top 100 chart in Finland.  The album was produced by his management company, CR3 Records.  The song It Nuh fair a social commentary song from the same Album stirred a bit of controversy upon its release.  The lyrics suggest that Mr West is defending the rights of all civil servants.  When asked if this was so, Misa West said that he writes about things happening around him but was quick to point out that the issues to which he sing about “are on-going no matter which Government, present or past.” A video for, ‘It Nuh Fair’ is currently in rotation which some TV and Cable stations reframe from showing due to their political affiliations.  See the link to video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wxeq5tK0QGs.  
Misa West performed at "Islington Splash" that also feature acts like: Movado, Munga. Bounty Killer, Stacious, Flexx and lots more Artistes. "P.A.L.S. Family Fun Day" alongside artist like: George Nooks, Shane O, Apache Chief and Sargent, Rum-head and Grandfather and son.  Misa West recently performed on "CVM at Sunrise" just to name a few.
Misa west has recently come back from a Promo Tour in the UK in January 2013.  Misa West has recorded a single Called “Crosses” for “Radiation Squad Records” out of Germany which is scheduled to be released in July 2013.  Misa West is currently booked to appear in Canada alongside Dancehall Sensation “Munga Honourable” on May 19. 2013, at Club NV Night Club, 234 Coulborne Street, St Branford, Ontario, Canada.  
For bookings and other info contact:  damian.gordon@cr3records.com or misawestcr3@gmail.com
Phone # 468-4178 or 4458793


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