JayEDGE
“My musical foundation and early experience in music is what gives me the edge that is missing from the career of many artistes in the industry and sets me apart immeasurably.”
JAM 2 JayEDGE
The Jamaican Singer
Jermaine “JayEdge” Williams was born in Chapelton, Claredon on March 15th, 1990. He moved to the Parish at the age of five. Music for the entertainer began at the elementary school stage, but church played a major role in developing his skills as a musician. JayEDGE started on the drums in church, sang on the choir, and then by ear, taught himself to play the keyboard.
The entertainer has always had the gift of performing and this was evident throughout his time at Hazard Primary School and Denbigh High school. In his time at Denbigh he was affiliated with the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) from which he received numerous medals in music both for his school and as an individual. He was also a finalist in the JCDC children’s gospel finals at a young age.
Having completed high school, without a doubt the entertainer chose to pursue a degree in Music Education at Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts (EMC).
COLLEGE &PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
At EMC JayEDGE completed the preliminary qualifying year and was enrolled in the bachelor’s program. . His schooling was deterred as a result of worthwhile opportunities in the music business.
It was at EMC that he became a part of the band Kuttin Edge which resulted in the name, ‘JayEDGE’. The band currently goes by the name "The Subkonshus
band"- affiliated with popular dancehall artist Konshens whom JayEDGE had toured with internationally.
JayEDGE was the lead keyboardist and musical director in the Mystical Revolution Band and the Warrior Love Band and on call with the Ruff Kutt band. The artist also was the lead singer at the Whyndham Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica.
After his premature exit from EMC, JayEDGE ventured into the producing aspect of music and started to compose his own music. This lead to songwriting and his first official single “Love the Way You Move”, which recording artist Sanjay collaborated on. JayEDGE sits in capacity of music producer, singer, song-writer and musician; and has established his record label JAW Records.
PERSONAL DESCRIPTION
“Good & positive music” [as quoted by the artiste] is what this talent has to offer to the music industry and is persistent in doing so. Many intricately crafted performances can be expected from JayEDGE as he’s able to accompany himself both on the guitar and on the piano.
JayEDGE’s biggest musical influence is Bob Marley, he however has been influenced by local artistes such as Dennis Brown, Beres Hammond and John Holt; international influences are veterans such as Stevie Wonder, Michael Bolton and Fantasia Barrino.
REPERTOIRE (videos only)
Single “Mek It Play/ Cashpot” in 2014 produced by JayEDGE and Kingyard productions. The video was shot by film-maker Kirk Wright.
“Singing” 2017 produced by JAW Records. Video directed by ReemoWins
“0 Problem” 2017 produced by JAW Records. Video directed by Chan Harry Films
“Working” 2011. Video, 2017 produced by JayEDGE. Video by Fifth Element
“My musical foundation and early experience in music is what gives me the edge that is missing from the career of many artistes in the industry and sets me apart immeasurably.” -JayEDGE