Ninja Kid and Elephant Man energizes CVM Television Cross Country Tour

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Armed with a plethora of new material 'Comeback Artiste Of The Year' aspirant Ninja Kid continues to deliver that venom required to entertain the dancehall masses.

One of the specially invited guest, Ninja Kid whose given name is Ojukwu Simpson along with Elephant Man on Saturday invaded Eastern and Central Jamaica, delivering high energy performances to the hundreds in attendance. The concerts are a part of the ongoing CVM Television Cross Country Tour to commemorate Jamaica's 50th Independence celebration later this year.  

The tour made its first stop in Port Antonio, Portland where it experienced some minor hiccups before heading into Ocho Rios, St. Ann to a huge welcome as Kid commanded attention with songs like: 'Have Nuh Gal Like We' and 'Menke' before introducing Elephant Man to further heighten the experience.

Other commendable performances came from Mr. Lexx and Aaron Silk, brother of deceased Reggae icon Garnet Silk.

"The experience was great and to see the fans come out in their numbers is a very fulfilling feeling__ I just want to extend a heartfelt thank you to CVM Television and Elephant Man for the opportunity" - a jovial Ninja Kid lamented.

This Friday, June 29th the 'Menke' singer is booked to perform at Guinness Club Hamma on the front lawn of Hotel Versalles, May Pen along with Darkcide International and DJ Toxic.

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Ninja Kid Featured in Canadian L3Magazine

Saturday, June 9, 2012

Resurgent deejay Ninja Kid is the latest member of the dancehall fraternity to be featured in an international magazine. The Jamaican entertainer whose given name is Ojukwu Simpson is featured in the June issue of Canada’s very popular L3Magazine. 

In the three page spread chronicled by Tricia Spence, Kid talks about his formidable years in the 90s, how he got his break and working with some of the industry’s current icons to his present reinvention.

Currently a nominee for this years’ 'Comeback Artiste Of The Year' at the 2012 Music Industry Achievers awards, Kid is very pleased with the state of his career and has been working assiduously with his management to raise his profile.

"I try to record several songs weekly because this is a very competitive industry and you have to have a strategy to stay ahead of the game if you want to rise to the top." He explained.

Since returning to the scene Ninja Kid has released five music videos namely: 'Menke', 'Have Nuh Gal Like We / Tongue Ring Shot', 'Dem' featuring Markus Myrie and his Summer offering 'Look Pon Duh Gal Deh'. Plans are also in motion to shoot videos for his current singles 'Stushy Stushy' on the Mattrass Riddim and 'Gal Bubble' with Mr. Vegas.

Meanwhile, Kid will headline Guinness Club Hamma scheduled for June 29th on the front lawn of Hotel Versalles, May Pen.

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Ninja Kid and Mr. Vegas teamed up with international award winning producer Jah Snow Cone on ‘Mercury Rhythm’.

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Dancehall recording artiste Ninja Kid and Mr. Vegas has teamed up with international award winning producer Jah Snow Cone on his latest project, the ‘Mercury Rhythm’.  With some of the biggest names in local music on the compilation, the two lent their effort to a collaboration titled ‘Gal Bubble’, which is expected to be released via iTunes and other digital platforms soon.

Though still unreleased, the song which exudes that authentic old school dancehall vibe has been creating a buzz locally following its premier last week by selected radio jocks. An official video is expected to follow suit. This is not the first time the two have collaborated.  Back in the early 90s’ Kid and Vegas released a single on the Mixing Lab imprint called ‘Tall Up Tall Up’.

Producer Snow Cone, on the resurgence has worked with some of the biggest names locally and internationally resulting  in him copping an ASCAP Award for Sean Paul's hit single "Temperature"(off the The Trinity album) the most performed song for 2006 which reached the top of the R&B and rap music charts. The Trinitygarnered a Billboard Award as the "Top Selling Reggae Album of the Year" for 2005 and its single "Temperature" earned the 2006Billboard award for "Hot 100 Single of the Year.

Meanwhile, set to perform at this weekend’s inaugural staging of Rumfire Ochi Explosion at Margaritaville, Ocho Rios. Ninja Kid whose given name is Ojukwu Simpson on Sunday shot the video for his summer entry ‘Look Pon Duh Gal Deh’ (Summer Again) and will also be officially premiering his video for the thought provoking ‘Dem’ featuring Markus Myrie (son of incarcerated Reggae superstar Buju Banton) this week.

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Ninja Kid and Markus Myrie Shoots 'Dem' Music Video

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Following an earlier nomination for ‘Comeback Artiste of the Year’ at this year’s Music Industry Achievers Awards (M.I.A) dancehall deejay Ninja Kid continues to show upward mobility in his career


On Wednesday afternoon the entertainer along with producer turn artiste Markus Myrie shot the video for their single ‘Dem’. Captured through the precision lens of director, Short Filmz Jamaica the project was shot on location at the Gargamel Studio with additional stops in Constant Spring, Half-Way-Tree, Red Hills and sections of the White Hall community.


According to Ninja Kid and Markus, the video storyline depicts the plight of a Jamaican artiste as he goes about his daily endeavours while highlighting the challenges sometimes encountered. The video features cameos by ZJ Wahwa, Kiprich, D’Angel, Blak Ryno and veteran deejay Ninja Man.

(LR) Ninja Kid, , D’Angel and Markus Myrie

Despite several appearances on previous projects, this is an achievement for Myrie. “this is a milestone for me being my first official single and video as an artiste” – Myrie added.  The emerging producer also recently copped the ’Rookie Producer of the Year’ award at the 2012 Hapilos 21st Awards held at Waterfalls, Liguanea.

‘Dem’ is Kid’s, second video since the start of 2012 and he’s expected to release two additional videos leading into Summer.

Riding high with singles such as 'Menke', ‘Cups High’ and 'Have Nuh Gal Like We', Ninja Kid whose given name isOjukwu Simpson is booked to appear at the Rumfire Ochi Explosion on May 26th alongside fellow entertainers Blak Ryno, Konshens, Navino and Popcaan among others.

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Ninja Kid Rocks Kite Festival & Cops Nomination for ‘Comeback Artiste Of The Year’

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Dancehall deejay Ninja Kid over the weekend left his imprint in St. Ann delivering commendable performances at Zip FM's ZJ Dymond Birthday celebrations and the Jamaica International Kite Festival.

Despite the heavy showers, that did very little to deter patrons who turned out in their numbers of witness some of their favourite acts on stage. Kid did not disappoint with a set that showed growth and experience while paying homage to the dignitaries in the audience.

Riding high with singles such as 'Menke' and 'Have Nuh Gal Like We', the artiste whose given name is Ojukwu Simpson has once again teamed up with emerging producer Markus Myrie for the thought provoking single 'Dem' currently making in rows on the radio waves. Talks are presently on the way for an accompanying video.

Meanwhile, Kid has been nominated for 'Comeback Artiste Of The Year' in this year's local Music Industry Achievers Awards (M.I.A) and is booked to appear at the Rumfire Ochi Explosion at Margaritaville, Ocho Rios on May 26th alongside fellow entertainers Blak Ryno, Konshens, Navino and Popcaan among others.

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Ninja Kid Lends Support To Bramma's "Gorilla Bash"

Monday, March 26, 2012



Ninja Kid

Saturday Night saw the unveiling of the much talked about Gorilla Bash hosted by dancehall deejay Bramma at the Duhaney Park Community Centre in Kingston. 

The well attended event featured some of the biggest stars in entertainment including: Konshens, I-Octane, Kiprich, Chino, Laden, Stephen McGregor, Freddie McGregor, Ghost, producer Markus Myrie, Elephant Man among others. 

Despite having other professional commitments, resurgent deejay Ninja Kid also took time out to lend his support and made his presence felt on Saturday Night hitting the stage after Digicel Rising Star finalist Jermaine Michaels. 

Armed with a bevy of new material, Kid wasted no time delving into his mega hit 'Have Nuh Gal Like We' on the Christopher Birch produced Symphony Rhythm which immediately got the crowd in a tizzy as lighters and gun-toting fingers filled the pack venue. Now with the crowd at his command, Kid reeled off several of his other hits including 'Menke' the chart bubbler 'Tongue Ring Shot' before closing his set with the soca infused 'Taste & Buy' making way for other billed acts to follow. 

"I heard about what Bramma was trying to do for his community and despite having another commitment on the night, I had to come and show my support because as we all know the children are the future so as artiste we need to support each other and be positive role models for the next generation." - a seemingly elated Kid intimated.

Bramma, working in conjunction with the Duhaney Park Community Centre Committee says the concert is aimed at providing food, refreshment and educational items of donation to kids in the community.

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Ninja Kid Releases New Video & Delivers at St. Lucia Independence Concert

Monday, February 27, 2012

Dancehall recording artiste Ojukwu Simpson better known as Ninja Kid over the weekend premiered  his medley video for the Birch Hill Records/ Markus Records produced “Have Nuh Gal Like We” and “Tongue Ring Shot”.  

The project was shot on location in Smokey Vale, Jamaica by director Simeon Hedge of Simeon Hedge Concept and sees Kid exploring the confines of his lavish dwelling densely populated with women, before segueing into a very provocative setup with females showcasing their tongue rings. The video also feature cameos from D’Angel, Blak Ryno, Kiprich, ZJ Wahwa,Navino and producers Markus Myrie and Kalfani among others.

This, his second video comes on the heels of recent success with his 2011 hits ‘Menke’ and ‘Internet Bad Boy’ the latter featuring I-Octane.

Over the weekend Ninja Kid performed at the ‘Best of Both Worlds’ 2012 independence concert hosted by Quality Entertainment in Castries, St. Lucia alongside compatriots Blak Ryno, radio jock ZJ Wahwa and a number of local acts. He also made stops at the very popular Marchand Sundays and visited several radio stations as part of his promotional campaign.

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Blak Ryno, Ninja Kid and ZJ Wah Wa for St. Lucia Independence Celebrations

Tuesday, February 21, 2012



Ninja Kid

Blak Ryno

This weekend the Jamaican trio of Blak Ryno, Ninja Kid and ZJ Wah Wa will invade the shores of St. Lucia for their 33^rd independence celebrations slated for Saturday, February 25^th at Samaans Park in the capital.

Hosted by Quality Entertainment, the concert dubbed the Best of Both Worlds will feature the three as headliners alongside some of the island’s top acts including: Ricky T, Sir Lancealot, TJ, Pringles and TJ Project with musical offering courtesy of local radio jocks; DJ Iwa, Selector Twis,  Levi Chin with a special guest appearance by Darkcide International’s ZJ Wah Wa.



ZJ Wah Wa

No stranger to the island both Blak Ryno and ZJ Wahwa left their imprint late last year at the staging of Hot FM’s Lovefest 2011 and Heineken Green Synergy Finals respectively.  However resurgent entertainer Ninja Kid who will be making his inaugural visit says he is very upbeat and promises an energetic set.

“This will is my first time in St. Lucia and they can expect nothing but an energy-filled performance, just know say it ago tun up” – he intimated.

Kid, currently signed to Darkcide International, recently shot the medley video for his singles “Have Nuh Gal Like We” and “Tongue Ring Shot” produced on the Christopher Birch and Markus Myrie imprints respectively. The deejay is expected to premier the projects ahead of his departure.

Meanwhile, ZJ Wahwa currently featured in the latest episode of Trabass TV online viral videos dubbed‘Insecure Boyfriend’ is expected to release his first official mix cd for the year, later this week titled “The Chronicles of ZJ Wah Wa: Chapter 2: Man Of Interest”

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Ninja Kid Shoot Videos For ‘Have Nuh Gal Like We’ and ‘Tongue Ring Shot.’

Monday, January 30, 2012

D’Angel and Ninja Kid on the set of ‘Have Nuh Gal Like We’ video shoot

Following closely on the success of his 2011 hits ‘Menke’ and ‘Internet Bad Boy’ the latter featuring I-Octane, resurgent deejay Ninja Kid over the weekend shot the videos for two of his chart bubblers, ‘Have Nuh Gal Like We’ and ‘Tongue Ring Shot.’

Shot on location in Smokey Vale, St. Andrew under the watchful eyes of director Simeon Hedge of Simeon Hedge Concept.  The storyline sees Kid exploring the confines of his lavish dwelling densely populated with scantily clad females as they carry out their daily chores within the walls of his home before segueing into a very provocative ‘Tongue Ring Shot’ setup.

The project feature cameos from D’Angel, Blak Ryno, Kiprich, ZJ Wahwa,Navino and producer Marcus Myrie among others and is slated for release within two weeks.

“The video shoot was fun and this is just another side of Ninja Kid that people will get an opportunity to see. The director did a great job of executing the concept___ so let’s hope the fans embrace what we are trying to bring across.” – a jovial Ninja Kid added.

The singles currently enjoying steady rotation on the FM airwaves were produced by Christopher Birch and Marcus Myrie of Markus Records respectively.  Ninja Kid is currently signed and managed by Darkcide International.

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Ninja Kid Releases Provocative Song ‘Tongue Ring’

Thursday, January 19, 2012

Riding high with a cadre of hits such as: ‘Cups High’, ‘Menke’, ‘Internet Bad Boy’ and the Christopher Birch produced ‘Have Nuh Gal Like We’, established entertainer Ninja Kid has released his first official single for 2012.

The song titled ‘Tongue Ring Shot’ is a very provocative number dedicated to the ladies who are wearers of the trendy body art.

Kid, whose given name is Ojukwu Simpson credits the current tongue ring and body piercing trend as the inspiration behind the composition.

“Almost every girl you meet or see nowadays have some kind of piercing and quite a few of them pierce their tongue. So I just sing a song about it and highlight what they doing and them seems to like it.”

Produced by Marcus Myrie, son of incarcerated Reggae superstar Buju Banton, the song has already found its way onto the FM airwaves and local party circuit despite being only days old.

“I played the songs for a wide cross-section of females to get feedback and they said they loved it, so based on that the decision was taken to release it as my first official single for 2012.” – Kid intimated.

Plans are also in motion for an accompanying video in the weeks ahead.

Meanwhile, Ninja Kid currently managed by Darkcide International has been working assiduously with a number of A-list producers such as: Stephen McGregor, Christopher Birch, DJ Smurf, Seanizzle, Marcus Myrie, Truckback Records, Young Veterans, Q45 Productions and Ballers Production among others.

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Ninja Kid Rocks Digicel Christmas Road Show

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Aside from being the new voice of the Digicel Ra-pa-pam-pam Christmas campaign, Darkcide International recording artiste Ninja Kid is also the latest addition to their road show series for the festive season.

On Saturday afternoon the telecommunications giant armed with a bevy of talent invaded Westmoreland,  kicking off the first leg of their $20 million dollar giveaway promotion.

Hitting the stage late in the evening, Ninja Kid, whose given name is Ojukwu Simpson delivered a scintillating performance igniting the hundreds in attendance as they sang in unison to hits such as 'Menke', 'Internet Bad Boy', 'Cups High' before closing his set with the very popular 'Taste & Buy', and making way for Konshens.

"It was a joy to see the crowd still singing my songs even after I had left the stage" - Kid intimated, before extending a heartfelt thanks to Digicel for the opportunity.

Meanwhile, with the Menke video and five (5) singles enjoying premium rotation on the airwaves. Ninja Kid has teamed up with accomplished producer Christopher Birch for the release of 'Have Nuh Gal Like We' on the Symphony Rhythm for which an accompanying video is expected soon.

Kid is also booked to appear at popular radio personality ZJ Wahwa birthday celebrations ‘Selected Few’ slated for December 16^th at Rev Night Club in Portmore, St. Catherine

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Ninja Kid Partners With Digicel For Christmas Promotion

Monday, November 21, 2011

Ninja Kid on the set of Menke Medley Video Shoot with two ladies.

Resurgent deejay Ojukwu Simpson more popularly known as Ninja Kid continues to gain traction on the local entertainment circuit with the release of several singles and a new video.

With the festive season fast approaching the 'Menke' singer has partnered with telecommunication giants Digicel for their 'Rappa-Pam-Pam Dis Christmas' promotion. Ninja Kid under the tutelage of acclaimed producer Christopher Birch, recorded the track that provides the backdrop for the audio and visuals currently in rotation on various media outlets.

"I am very appreciative to be able to work with a company such as Digicel, working with corporate Jamaica is always a good look for an artiste, and hopefully this will be the beginning of bigger and better things as it relates to my career" - Kid intimated.

According to Digicel, its customers will be in for a treat this holiday season with the launch of this promotion, which will see the telecom company giving away $20 million in cash and prizes. The promotion, will see 14 lucky customers, one from each parish, walking away with $1 million in cash each as part of the $20-million giveaway. In addition, there will be 10 weekly winners of a Samsung P1000 tablet plus thousands of dollars in free credit and other prizes.

After having a glorious run in the industry over a decade ago dancehall artiste Ninja Kid has returned with four scorching new singles namely; 'Menke', 'Taste & Buy', 'Internet Bad Boy' and 'Cups High' for the festive season. The artiste teamed up with Richie Loops, popular radio jock ZJ WahWa and dancehall heavy hitter I-Octane to record collaborations all of which have been receiving favourable rotation on the FM airwaves.

With a busy Christmas season, Kid is currently in studios working on several projects with producers:  Christopher Birch, Young Veterans, Armzhouse Records, Markus Records, Darkcide International & Garrison Records among others.

Meanwhile, his 'Menke Medley' video is currently No.10 on the RE-TV MVP video countdown chart.

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