Chronixx Says He’ll Never Resort To Gimmicks In Order To Get A “Buss”
In his tune “Odd Ras” Rising reggae star Chronixx, pokes fun at artists who would seemingly do anything to “Buss.” In this second of five candid conversations with Boomshots, Chronixx lists the things he would never do to hype up his career. He also speaks his mind on the state of reggae music. “It’s a shame that Bob Marley and Peter Tosh and Dennis Brown are still the greatest names in reggae,” he says. “After so many years we should have more youths to stand up beside them.” Video After The Jump… (more…)
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Reasoning with Chronixx, Part 2: “Making Meaningful Music”
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Reasoning With Chronixx, Part 1: What Is “Real Reggae?”
Reggae’s Rising Star Says Rihanna Can’t Sing Reggae
Everybody in the reggae world is talking about Chronixx, but while his songs is well known, how much do you know about his views on music and life in general? In the first of five candid conversations with Chronixx, he speaks with Boomshots about the difference between heartical and artificial reggae. “The most horrific thing in the world right now for me,” says Chronixx, “is to hear foreign people make better quality reggae than in Jamaica.” Video After The Jump…
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HYPE TV Top 20: Chronixx Knocks I-Octane From Number One
Chronixx Finally Gets The Number One Spot
Chronixx’s hit single, “Behind Curtain,” has been on the countdown for 11 weeks so it was only right it made it to the number one spot. The Dancehall artist has been on tour all over the world and his fan base has grown tremendously. We such an extensive fan base, Chronixx shouldn’t have any issue staying at number one. Check out the countdown after the jump.
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HEAR THIS: Chronixx “Thanks & Praise”
Don’t Have An Attitude—Show A Little Gratitude
You’ve got to love the way Chronixx is bringing back the great tradition of reggae music. Not only is the rising reggae star championing the one-drop beat (and shining a bright light on a whole heap of rootsy young producers), but he’s also giving a strength to the great lyrical traditions of Jamaican culture. In his latest release, produced by Niko Browne of Lifeline Music, Chronixx offeres a word of advice to all ungrateful complainers. If someone asks you how you’re doing, don’t reply “Not too bad.” Better to give thanks for what you have. Audio After The Jump… (more…)
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HYPE TV Top 20: I-Octane Holds It Down 4 Weeks In A Row
I-Octane Isn’t Walking Away Anytime Soon
I-Octane has been at number one for the past four weeks but it seems as it has been longer. His hit single, “Gal A Gimmi Bun,” has been burning up the charts everywhere and fans just keep requesting it!
The Reggae/Dancehall artist performed at SOB’s last Wednesday and had the crowd going wild when he performed, “Gal A Gimmi Bun.” It is quite obvious that he isn’t stepping down from number one anytime soon.
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Chronixx & Zinc Fence Band “Ain’t No Giving In” Live From Germany
Here Comes Trouble! Real Reggae Music Coming To A City Near You
As Chronixx & the Zinc Fence Band blaze their way across Europe, they have already performed in Belgium, Italy, Sweden, Denmark & Germany. This week the crew heads to Switzerland & Austria before flying home. Check out some highlights from the tour and see where Chronixx is playing in the USA. Video & US Tour Dates After The Jump… (more…) -
HYPE TV Top 20: I-Octane Steals The Number One Spot
I-Octane Dethrones Mavado
After being on the HYPE TV countdown for 9 weeks straight, I-Octane has finally taken the number one spot. The dancehall artist recently put out a mixtape featuring the single, “Gal A Gimmi Bun” and it instantly became a hit amongst his fans.Though, Chronixx and Mavado are not too far behind, “Gal A Gimmi Bun” is heating up the charts and it seems like fans are going to keep it at number one! -
HEAR THIS: Chronixx “Where I Come From”
Brand New Selection From The New Mixtape Lazer Strikes Back Vol. 4
The Major Lazer massive just tweeted out the fourth edition of their Lazer Strikes Back mixtape—the last before they drop their long-awaited album Free The Universe. This one has five nice tracks, but right now we’ve got this Chronixx joint pon repeat. Audio And Download Link After The Jump… (more…) -
WATCH THIS: Chronixx “Smile Jamaica” Official Video
A Love Song For Jamrock
Chronixx blesses his fans with another sweet one-drop selection—not to be confused with the Bob Marley tune of the same name. This one’s about a girl named Jamaica and it sounds like he loves her bad. And really, what’s not to love? Check it… Video After The Jump… (more…) -
Nikki Z’s Hot 20 Pick: Beres Hammond Sings His Way to the Top
Beres Hammond Snags the Number 1 Spot
It is obvious that Beres Hammond’s latest album, One Love, One Life, has made quite the impact on his fans. Released almost 4 months ago, the single is still giving listeners the feel good vibe that it was giving when it first came out. Though Rihanna and Chronixx don’t fall too far behind, Beres Hammond is going strong! Countdown After The Jump… (more…)
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WATCH THIS: Chronixx “Beat And a Mic” Official Video
It Doesn’t Take Much To Be Happy When You Enjoy Life’s Simple Things
Chronixx is back with another melodic one drop track, this one produced by Bost & Bim for Special Delivery Music / ROD. As usual the music and visuals are 100% hype-free. This is one artist who overstands the importance of sticking to the basics—good music, good messages—and that’s why Chronixx is winning. Video After The Jump…
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WATCH THIS: Chronixx Pon Radio Lily
Chronixx Flashes Through NYC And Nices Up The Strictly Boomshots Show
For some reason Chronixx decided to leave sunny Jamaica and head for snowy NYC this weekend. Luckily he found his way to Radio Lily, where Max Glazer and DJ Autograph were holding down the Strictly Boomshots show. Listen to him freestyling on some Studio One gems and touching his breakthrough hit “Behind Curtain” on a different type of riddim. Video and Audio After The Jump… (more…)
