JESSE ROYAL FIRST GRAMMY NOMINATION

BIG CONGRATS TO JAMAICAN REGGAE ARTIST JESSE ROYAL ON HIS FIRST GRAMMY NOMINATION WITH HIS SOPHOMORE ALBUM ROYAL VIA EASY STAR RECORDS.

Whether he “dismantles Rastafarian stereotypes” (Billboard) on “Natty Pablo,” reaffirms African excellence with rapid-fire rhymes on “Black” or “contemplates the true meaning of wealth outside of material goods” (The Fader) on “Rich Forever” feat. Vybz Kartel,  the lyrics on Royal run deep. 

New York Times proclaims to “play loud” and chose the latter song as “music to cook to.” 

“Most people think of reggae as a vehicle to address social ills, but the genre has internal power, too. Case in point: Jesse Royal’s new album ‘Royal,’ which is as much a long talk to himself as a message to the world.”  – GRAMMY.com

“…instantly-satisfying album that just hits harder with each listen…razor-sharp grooves, glistening atmosphere, triumphant horns, and an arsenal of catchy hooks…”  – Brooklyn Vegan“

Undeniably, he is one of the most potent voices in reggae that this generation has to offer…no conversation can be had with the mention of him and all that he does for his community” – Notion