Dancehall Reggae artiste Lisa Hyper formerly Lisa Hype. Born Felicia Gooden this singjay/songwriter is determined to break barriers. Lisa grew up in Golden Meadows a small, quiet community in Stony Hill, St. Andrew, raised by her father and older sister upcoming Reggae Artist Sidra. Hyper later moved to Fifth Phase in Waterford, Portmore, St. Catherine, where she stayed with her aunt and cousins for a few years, two very different communities, life was never easy but with the struggles and priceless experiences shaped her into the strong and ambitious person that she is today. Mentored by top flight deejay and childhood friend, Vybz Kartel, she honed her craft well, From an early age Lisa wanted to do music and being around Vybz Kartel inspired her even more. She use to pen lyrics while still in high school. "I write out the lyrics of his songs and sell it to the students at my school. It was easy for me because I was around him all the time so I got the chance to catch the lyrics faster, and it also helped me to develop my own writing skills ". After Gaining recognition for hit songs such as Wine For Me which is popular in the Eastern Caribbean and Champion Bubbler which is a huge hit in the Bahamas where she already landed several bookings, has emerged as one of the most famous figures in dancehall in recent times. At the age of 18yrs she started pursuing her music career which was a year after graduating from The Queen's High, writing and developing her craft. At the age of 19yrs one year later, 2008, she joined Portmore Empire. For her it was a dream come true. "Nothing felt better than that because Pupa (Vybz Kartel) had always promised to turn me into a star," she laughed. Grateful for the exposure and experience of performing in countries such as Switzerland, Barbados, Bahamas, Grenada, St. Lucia, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Lisa Hype is now ready to strike out in the world on her own and wants to ensure that she is taken seriously. She has learnt a lot of things while being affiliated with the Portmore Empire camp, and one of those habits that she has adopted is Vybz Kartel's incredible work ethic. "Even on New Year's Eve, I was in the studio working and on New Year's Day, the same thing. The public can expect versatility, creativity and consistency from Lisa Hype in 2010. I am giving the people what they want, me a go work harder than everybody else to prove myself, me learn that from Pupa (Vybz Kartel)," she said. In November 2009, an x-rated photo surfaced on the Internet which showed her in a sexual act, that incident made her a household name, and the butt of many jokes in the tough, cruel world of dancehall music. But through it all, Lisa Hype has remained unbreakable. She will not be moved. She has hit back at her many detractors and after a triumphant performance at Sting 2009 at Jamworld in Portmore, St. Catherine, she is poised for even bigger things. Lisa Hyper said that she would love to partner with an agency to go out into the high schools and help reinforce certain messages as it relates to safe sex, condom use and the general safety of young teens from possible sexual predators. "I really connect with young people well and I want to teach them about safe sex. Know who you trust, don't talk to strangers; don't let yourself be abused by anyone. Love yourself, Practice safe sex, protect your heart and your body at all times, young teens need to hear this message, my life alone is a message about knowing who to trust," she said. .. "They say you can't really predict the future but I am going to be big in this world. I vision something that most people wouldn't dream of, the Lisa Hype name will be international, up in lights, in big magazines, front page and centrefold. Half of my story has not yet been told," she said, laughing as she rhymed. "When you put in the hard work it always pays off, I can attest to that." She is no longer a member of the Portmore Empire, and in a post-split statement, thanked the members for their contribution to her career. Then called Lisa Hype she announced that she has changed her name to Lisa Hyper. Since leaving the Portmore Empire, she won the award for Best New Female Artiste of the Year at the annual EME's (Excellence in Music and Entertainment) and her combination hit single, Bills, featuring Gaza Kim peaked at 3 on the HYPE TV reggae music charts. Which has led her to record with Calico Mix Machine LLC and producer / songwriter Clinton "Dj Speng" Francis who then created this wonderful collaboration with Edge Michael. Bio EDGE MICHAEL is the nephew of reggae legend and Superstar PETER TOSH. For more information go to www.edgemichael.com .. .. .. .. .. .... ................................ Members ****** Now In STORES - Cornucopia - Edge Michael's New CD ***** The Biography of Edge Michael:::::: Reasons YOU should take a listen to Edge Michael’s Music. Born Oral Mark Durloo on the 9th day of February to David Durloo and Melzeta McIntosh (younger sister of reggae legend and superstar Peter Tosh) of Westmoreland, Jamaica, EDGE MICHAEL acquired the handle “Rebel With A Cause” as a teen because of the potency of his radically roots sound and conscientious lyrical content. Many years later Rebel With A Cause would be the title of EDGE MICHAEL’S sophomore release on his Loco Records label. Released in 2007 Rebel With A Cause quickly grabbed the attention of roots reggae aficionados and was ultimately selected as one of the Top Ten Reggae Album Picks of the Year by www.radioreggaetrade.com which is the 2 reggae internet radio station. Based in Brazil, www.radioreggaetrade.com is now called 1.FM Reggae Trade network on Windows Media Radio Tuner, and iTunes radio directory. Propelled by catchy songs like: Jah is King, Hotter Than Hot, Best Friend, Motivation and the title track, Rebel With A Cause has garnered EDGE MICHAEL increased attention. EDGE MICHAEL is making remarkable strides and grabbing a rapidly growing fan base throughout Jamaica, Europe, South America, and beyond. His increasing appeal is evident by the more than 3.3 million spins received at his MySpace.com page. From high school performances to professional recordings EDGE MICHAEL has been living his destiny. In the early 90's, performing as lead vocalist for Jah Children band, EDGE MICHAEL shared the stage with celebrated acts Dennis Brown, Gregory Issaac and Sanchez, just to name a few. EDGE moved on to performing with members of the S.A.N.E. Band. EDGE MICHAEL’S first recording was the self-composed and co-produced single entitled Try My Love on the Crowd Pleaser label in 1994. The effort received modest air recognition and sales in excess of four thousand copies. 1995 EDGE joined Gumsion band performing lead vocals; the band was opening act and backing band for the celebrated Beres Hammond. In that year a second single was released, a remake of R. Kelly's Bump 'N' Grine. EDGE’S 1996 release of Hard Road to Travel a self composed, arranged and produced album with some 14 tracks of mostly thought provoking lyrics and love songs, This had him performing on the same ticket alongside entertainers such as Steele Pulse, Burning Spear, Bunny Wailer, Maxi Priest, and Shaggy, to name a few. In the year 2000 EDGE earned more credit to his music and a lot more to his fan base during a promotional tour of the USA performing on Fox network’s Fox 5 Good Day Atlanta and CBS-WGCL TV. In the mist of a busy schedule EDGE found time to study radio broadcasting at the University of the West Indies at Mona. 2002 saw EDGE putting finishing touches on his album Who Are They?, Released on the Loco Records label the album received limited promotions as; at the start of 2003 EDGE took two years off to assist in the set up and operations of his part owned radio station Linkz 96 FM of Jamaica. In the process EDGE also hosted a vibrant prime time radio show Mondays – Fridays. In 2005 EDGE MICHAEL returned to his first love, making music and performing. Between 2005 and 2008 EDGE MICHAEL has repeatedly toured European countries including Austria, Germany, France, Belgium, Holland, and Switzerland, among others. With a growing European following EDGE MICHAEL met and collaborated with Austrian based House of Riddim and they have begun creating amazing roots reggae music together. EDGE MICHAEL’S 2008 JAMZ Inc. label release, Cornucopia, is loaded with tracks that bring the conscious message of love and righteousness. Released on March 20th Cornucopia offers a marvelous collection of powerful and mesmerizing sounds which praise of Jah while spreading a call for truth and rights with a taste of love. Delilah (remix), the first single, is picking up steam as is EDGE MICHAEL’S reggae rendition of the Lionel Ritchie classic Deep River Woman. Additional strong tracks include: Same Faces, Help, Famine, Mr. Babylon, Lessons, Real Enemy, You and I, and You’ve Got My Love. Often compared to reggae greats: Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, Beres Hammond, Freddie McGregor, Lucky Dube, Maxi Priest and current hit makers Taurus Riley and Alborosie, EDGE MICHAEL is destined to make a considerable mark on the music world. The man, the artiste and the writer are completely intertwined, presenting a natural and “down to earth” persona. EDGE MICHAEL enjoys all forms of music. Chinese is his favorite food. Leisure time is spent with his instruments, a good book or a great movie. He enjoys relaxing in jeans and cool shirts. To date EDGE MICHAEL has sold thousands of CD's and vinyl copies of his music, toured Mexico, Africa, Brazil, parts of Europe, the Caribbean and parts of the United States. With new music in moderate radio rotation, Edge Michael is ready. Are you? LOG ON TO: www.edgemichael.com , www.cdbaby.com/all/edgemichael, www.myspace.com/edgemichael OR WRITE TO: edgemichaelmusic@yahoo.com Influences .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .................... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. Sounds Like .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. BIOGRAFIA Il suo nome e Oral Mark Durloo; nato in la provicia di Westmoreland. Durloo e la sua madre Melzeta Mcintosh (Melzeta e la sorella giovanne del cantante famoso di Reggae Peter Tosh) I parenti di Edge avevano sogno che un giorno loro figlio diventara un dottore o un avvocato famoso. Pero durante la infanzia, Edge cominciava svillupare un certo interes nella mussica; un interes che diventara suo destino. Durante il suo studio all scuola superiore di Mannings, Edge sempre cantava ai tanti concerti che aveva luoghi all sua scuola. Finendo il suo studio Edge cominciava scrivere molti canzoni. La grande occasione di Edge Michael arrivoquando si une con la banda popolare di "Jah Children" nell'anno 90. Edge era il cantante pincipale, un ruolo che le riusci a entrara il mondo della mussica industria. Edge Michael cominciava cantare con altri cantanti famosi come Dennis Brown, Gregory Issac e Sanchez. Edge paso solo un anno e mezzo con la banda di jah Children. Edge riussci ottenere contratto di artista e canta nella zona occidentale di giamaica. Edge paso poco tempo con la banda S.A.N.E e subito e partito per una carrera musicale. Secondo lui, l'esperienza nella banda di S.A.N.E era positivo. Il gran successo arrivo in 1994 quando Edge usci "TRY MY LOVE" (PROVARE MIO AMORE) . la sala da ballo riservo "TRY MY LOVE" accoglienza calorose, porducendo piu di 40 mila copie. L'anno sequente viaggio alla capitale Kingston per cantare con Gumsion. Gumsion era la banda residente per il famoso cantante Beres Hammon. Edge comicio a cantare grandi eventi come Reggae Sunspalsh e Reggae Sumfest. L'anno 1995 Edge usci un altre canzone, una reproduczione di Robert Kelly chiamato "BUMPP N' GRINE" (CANTARE N' BALLARE). All'inzio dell'anno 1996 Edge apri nuove strade; creo un sound diverso abbracciando le forme musicali che costuisce l'essenza stezza del reggae. Edge si uni con altri cantanti come Steel Pulse, Burning Spear, Bunny Wailer, Maxi Priest e Shaggy. Edge anche usci un nuove album "HARD ROAD TO TRAVEL" (STRADA DIFICILE A VIAGGIARE) con 14 tracks di canzioni lenti, romantiche che provocarono revoluzione sociale. L'anno dos mila Edge raggiunse piu grandi occasioni durante un interpretazione spettacolori con la televisione canale di Fox Networks Fox 5 - buon giorno Atlanta e CBS'SWGL. L'anno dos mila Edge Pasavo tanto tempo nello studio de registrazione, producendo altre HIts in Bresil e amercia del sud. L'anno 2004 Edge finisci una interpretazione in spagnol e una canzione dedicata ai eroi di New York. Edge ha venduto molti DE's e Copie di vinyl; ha visitato messico, africa del sud, bresil, il caribe e anche america del nord e america de sud. Si sei un membro della famiglia di Edge, il suo nuovo CD "My Search" (Circo della vita), si puo andare: www.cdbaby.com/all/edgemichael www.cdbaby.com/all/edgemichael www..edgemichael.com o scrivete a : LOCOMOTIVE ENTERTAINMENT LTD Negril P.O., Negril, Jamaica W.I Email: edgemichaelmusic@yahoo.com Se qualcuno le chiede che tipo di mussica le piace ascoltare, Edge con un sorriso sempre risponde "mi piacciano mussiche differenti" Edge preferisce cucina cinese. Quando Edge ha il passatempo, le piace andare alla cinema, qualche volta suona instrumenti mussicali o legge romanzi. Edge anche fare attivita aquatici come jet skii e anche passare momenti tranquili con amici. Arriva l'anno 2008 Edge e pronto comiciare un nuovo album, sei pronto? 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