Taking it to the next level

Dre Blunt is intent on capitalizing on the exposure he received during the Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall despite not making to the next round.

"I mean honestly, I am really disappointed in not making it pass the first round but this is not going to stop me and my efforts to making a huge impact on Jamaica through music. It is through disappointments where one can really appreciate great success so this is just a stepping stone to get to the next level" a humbled Dre Blunt explained.

He added that through Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall, he has been able to network with various producers and musicians and, he hopes that will translate into a positive outcome. Dre Blunt fans can expect to hear his remix to Mi Nuh Have It on radio soon as he gets ready to hit the studio once more.

The journey has just begun

With a magnificent performance to start the Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall live show in Kingston on Saturday, Dre Blunt believes the journey has just begun and intends to continue the momentum throughout the competition.

"We are campaigning hard to get the votes and to boost my presence out there in the street and we have been getting good responses so far" a humbled Dre Blunt noted.

Performing the remix to his hit Mi Nuh Have It this upcoming dancehall artiste showcased his versatility when he told the audience on Saturday that Mi Have It song which had the crowd in a frenzy.

Persons can call or text VOTE to the number 444-7704 for  Dre Blunt. 

International dancehall artiste Konshens endorsed his performance on Saturday noting that this young dancehall act came prepared to deliver.

"You come fi di show my yute, yu performance sell off we can see that yu come fi di show" Konshens concluded. 

Magnum Kings & Queens of Dancehall is filmed live on Saturdays at the Weekendz Bistro and Bar in Kingston on TVJ. 

The objective of Magnum Kings & Queens of Dancehall is to unearth and showcase authentic Jamaican dancehall talent. The producers and cast have undertaken the task of moulding the contestants into professionals, giving them the advice necessary to tackle the dancehall stage and the music in general. The voted King and Queen of Dancehall will be given the tools with which to construct a viable career as dancehall artistes.

Dre Blunt was MAG-NIFICENT!

Whether it was lyrics, style and his ability to entertain the crowd, Dre Blunt outshone his competitors on the Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall during Saturday’s live show.

Performing the remix to his hit Mi Nuh Have It this upcoming dancehall artiste showcased his versatility when he told the audience that Mi Have It while extending monetary kindness by throwing a few Jamaican dollars in the crowd.

Sporting his signature sunglasses and black outfit paired with a single glove on his hand, Dre Blunt spoke his mind as the ladies gave their approval to Mi Have It song that was produced by his record label Billboard Record.

This Kingston-based act injected life into the audience as he showed why he is ready to become the next winner in the Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall contest throughout his energy-packed performance.

Although his original song Mi Nuh Have It is increasing in popularity on local, regional and international airwaves, Dre Blunt thought it was important to display his lyrical wit and as such, the remix was the best fit for the Magnum live show.

Persons can call or text VOTE to the number 444-7704 for  Dre Blunt.

It was not only the audience who approved of his performance the judges liked it too.

According to Miss Kitty "your performance was very entertaining and image is everything also. You came and delivered tonight. You have always been open to criticism and tonight it has paid off, my yute, yu swag tun up".

International dancehall artiste Konshens expressed similar sentiments adding that as a young act in the business Dre Blunt came prepared to deliver and did just that.

"You come fi di show my yute, yu performance sell off we can see that yu come fi di show" Konshens concluded.

Billboard Records...where hits are made!

In a bid to remain relevant and positive in the music industry, the chief executive officer of Rob Dem Records, Andre Dre Blunt Lee have decided to change the record company's name to Billboard Records.

The move Dre Blunt explained that "to pave the way for what we intend to achieve which are hits that will be on the billboard charts. Thus, the name change to Billboard Records. The previous name, Rob Dem Records had a negative connotative attached to it and that's not what we are trying to promote".

While the name change is significant the young entrepreneur, who is also a musician, revealed that it has not changed the core values of the type of music they will continue to produce for music lovers.

"Lyrics, we have that -style, swagger and hot beats, we have that too. So the public can just expect to hear good musical content coming from the camp and with artiste such as Hurricane and myself we are definitely here to put our stamp on this music called dancehall" Dre Blunt noted.