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Assassin
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is still young, but his style, talent and lyrical prowess are
far advanced for his age. Deejay Assassin, known to his family
as Jeffrey Campbell, chose his stage name after coming out on
top in several deejay clashes among his friends, while attending
high school.
However, the positive thinking youngster who is under the guidance
of the Penthouse label, is serious about putting his musical career
on higher ground. Its no mere coincidence that Penthouse was responsible
for the success of a number of reggae and dancehall stalwarts
over the past decade. Cutty Ranks, Marcia Griffiths, Tony Rebel,
Wayne Wonder and Buju Banton are among the those listed.
A former student of the Camperdown High School, Assassin successfully
completed 6th form prior to embarking on his musical endeavours.
His talent not only lies within his vocal style, but also in his
songwriting capabilities. He has written songs for artistes in
the Red Square Crew, including fellow deejay and mentor, Spragga
Benz.
“I write songs that deal with societal issues that plague
families and communities across Jamaica”, he said. He also
added, “I really want to make a meaningful contribution
to music and eventually help myself and my family of 4 brothers
and 5 sisters. That is one of the main reasons why I strive so
hard to do well at whatever I do. I look at what is happening
in the society and interpret that in my songs to the listeners”.
An
intelligent and positive youngster (something which is rare among
deejays in the dancehalls), Assassin is making sure that he has
a sound education to work as a backup if his musical career doesn’t
work out. He majored in History and Sociology while in High school.
A degree in Business Management is something he feels will help
him in his ambitious entertainment endeavors.
“I want to move up the social ladder and take my family
with me”, he said. He hopes to make a name for himself,
a quest which looks all set to come to fore. Already he has recorded
songs for the likes of the Penthouse label, Natural Bridge Records,
the First Name label among others. His better known songs to date
include “Make Money” (on the First Name label’s
Full Moon rhythm); “Dedicated to the World” (with
Sugar Slick for the Natural Bridge label’s “rice and
peas” rhythm)’ “Pon di Ends” (Penthouse);
“How We Roll”; “Friend and Company”; “Oh
Damn It”; “How Fi Get it”; “You Young”;
“Won’t” and “Gi Wi Dem” (with Red
Square on the Ward 21 “trilogy” rhythm).
Among
his musical influences are Buju Banton, Luciano, Spragga Benz
and Bounty Killer. He is especially appreciative of Spragga, whom
he highlights for the brotherly advice that he has given him from
time to time.
Assassin
has been busy doing the promotional rounds. Appearances at local
nightclubs and stage shows, have been warmly received by appreciative
crowds.
“The thing to do is to try and find some kind of motivation
and believe in yourself and your talent. There will always be
elements that will challenge that, but as long as you know you
are doing the right thing, you will make it”, he said with
confidence.
For more information on Assassin, contact:
Penthouse
Records
Telephone: 876-968-1222
Email: production1@kasnet.com
Publicity:
Kevin Jackson
Email: k.jackson@cwjamaica.com
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