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HOMEEVENTSPHOTOSWALLPAPERS


Check out the artists and labels featured in the shows


These are the artists, labels and sounds appearing on the shows:

Sound systems:
Massive B Sound System
Formed over ten years ago by Bobby Konders and Jabba, Massive B became prominent voices in the New York reggae community. Now they're joining Robbo Ranx to bring their biggest sounds to the UK.
Official site | See pics from 1Xtra at Massive B

Steelie Bashment
Has been in the business for over 15 years and worked with some of the best sounds in the New York area to establish himself as a major player in the scene.
Official site

Producers / artists:
DJ Obsession
Produces local artists as well as big dancehall / hip hop collaborations like the Sizzla / Bonecrusher Never Scared Remix - look out for his big Wayne Wonder cut, You!
DJ Obsession on MySpace

Beniton the Menace
Beniton on MySpace

Bobby Konders
Big time producer and label head. Worked with Shinehead, Bounty Killer, Shabba and a whole heap of artists. Check out the Big Jah Love riddim coming from them.
Bobby Konders on Hot 97

Labels / stations:
VP Records
With the heart of the VP operation based in Queens, the label has consistently put out quality dancehall for over 25 years. With a back catalogue including Shabba Ranx, Super Cat, Luciano, Sizzla and Sean Paul it still remains a driving force in the dancehall industry.
Official site

Natural Bridge
This New York label was the first to sign Lexus, worked with Ninja Man and Capleton and has released some big riddims including the Rice and Pease and Gully Slime. They are currently working with JA artist Mr Peppa (Mr Peppa on MySpace) - expect a big Tony Matterhorn collaboration coming soon!
Official site

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