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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ZJ Wahwa Rocked at Spring Flossing Boat Ride, Philadelphia

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Popular radio jock and Darkcide International selector ZJ WahWa over the weekend departed the Island for the U.S mainland, where he represented the Kingston based sound system at this year's staging of the Spring Flossing Boat Ride aboard the Ben Franklin Yacht.

The event  hosted by Flip Money Records unveiled on Saturday, April 28th at 401 North Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia; indeed lived up to its billing as the packed house came out to see the Jamaican sound system serve up their blend of engaging dancehall mixes. Among the celebrities in attendance were U.S based dancehall deejay Flippa Mafia.

Now back in the Island the 'Man with the Hamma' along with compatriots Sunjock Calico (Suncity 104.9FM) and Acid are making preparations for the upcoming festive season with events such as: Mixtures (May 27th) Cups Up (June 2nd), Guinness Hamma Fridaze Anniversary (June 15th), before jetting off to Florida and returning for Guinness Club Hamma  (June 29th) in May Pen, Clarendon.

 Aside from a full roster, earlier this year ZJ Wahwa also landed a nomination for the coveted 'Sound/Selector Of The Year' in the Jamaica Star People's Choice Award. While Sunjock Calico after being introduced to the airwaves less than a year now, has been making steady in-rows within the various Diasporas and securing a number of high profile assignments. He’s also the resident jock at the popular fortnightly staged Guinness Hamma Fridaze held in Downtown Kingston.

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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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Darkcide’s ZJ Wahwa Nominated for 2011 ‘Selector Of The Year ’

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

After an eventful 2011, Darkcide International selector and popular radio jock ZJ Wahwa was last week given the nod of approval by the Jamaica Star, (one of the island's leading newspaper) with a nomination for 'Sound/Selector Of The Year'. Other contenders in the category includes: station-mate ZJ Chrome, Fame-FM's DJ Nicco, Chris Dymond and Coppershot Disco.

Despite being introduced to the Zip FM airwaves only a year ago, ZJ Wahwa has been making steady in-rows within the various diasporas, garnering a large following while securing a number of high profile assignments.

According to Wahwa, "Its an good look to get nominated for such an accolade", while extending an heartfelt thank you to the media outlet for the recognition. "It would be nice to win but that’s solely up to the voting public, nonetheless its shows that your efforts throughout the year are appreciated." 

Meanwhile, surrounding a plethora of controversy late last year, the zipjock under the tutelage of Darkcide International released his much anticipated mix cd titled 'The Chronicles of ZJ Wahwa: Chapter One: Deception' earning an impressive 10,000+ download within the first two weeks. He has also dabbled into recording achieving his first hit single, a collaborative effort with established entertainer Ninja Kid titled ‘Menke’ for which a medley video was also released.

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ZJ Wah Wa To Perform in St. Lucia At Heineken Green Synergy

Friday, September 9, 2011

Popular radio jock and Darkcide International selector ZJ Wah Wa departed the island on Friday for St. Lucia, as the specially invited guest at the finals of the Heineken Green Synergy competition.

The annual summer long event hosted by the beverage company runs from August 14^th to September 18^th with the finals set for this Sunday, September 11^th. The competition will adapt a blend of themed nights, club events and outdoor activities across the island.

On Saturday, September 10^th the radio jock also known as the ‘Hamma General’ will unleash his musical artistry at the pre-green synergy party dubbed ‘Green Zone’ set for Zayne Night Club in Bois D’Orange ahead of his official duties on Sunday. The billing also features: DJ Ezey, DJ HP, Levi Chin and Sir Lancealot.

“This is a great opportunity to showcase my skill set and expose our culture to our CARICOM neighbours while representing as an ambassador for Jamaica.” - a very upbeat ZJ Wah Wa intimated.

This is the first of several overseas assignments for the zip jock in September. With his management company now dabbling into music production Wah Wa recently lent his vocals to a collaboration with veteran deejay Ninja Kid on the ‘Menke Riddim’ schedule for official release in the weeks ahead.

Locally,  Wah Wa has released his second mix cd for the summer titled; ‘The Chronicles of ZJ Wah Wa : Chapter 1 – Deception’ and has already racked up an impressive 3,800+ downloads in only three days  via the social networks and other digital platforms.

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ZJ Wah Wa "Team" on Rumor Control Against Aidonia and Corey Todd

Thursday, September 1, 2011

ZJ Wah Wa Management Responds To Aidonia & Corey Todd Irie-FM Radio Interview

Once again it has come to my attention that dancehall artiste Sheldon ‘Aidonia’ Lawrence and his manager Corey Todd while being interviewed on a popular radio program on IRIE –FM made several defaming statements among a plethora of damning lies aimed at trying to taint the reputation of ZJ Wah Wa and his management.

According to Aidonia, the ill feelings that now exist between himself and the zip jock stems from Raymond ‘Shadow’ Small (Wah Wa’s manager) wanting to manage him and he refused. He also stated that he and Blak Ryno were never friends and the truce was not legitimate, added to claims of his absence in dancehall artiste Chedda recent video shoot  brought the rift to an apex.

Their other denial include not having any involvement in the recent attack of ZJ Wahwa.

“Firstly, Aidonia seems to have a very vivid imagination or selective memory loss, I Raymond ‘Shadow’ Small and Aidonia never once had any conversation about managing his wilting career. What is factual is that he did ask me to render assistance to him and the members of his camp in a Public Relations capacity for which he has never paid me a dime because he could not afford it. Nonetheless it was done out of the respect and professional friendship we shared.

Secondly, if there is no truth to the truce between himself and Blak Ryno why were they at his home in Upper St. Andrew and the recording studio conversing, smoking, drinking for hours since the friendship was a façade.  They even had talks about a possible collaboration. Most importantly is the fact that Blak Ryno has since distanced himself from Aidonia after discovering his mendacious ways.

As it relates to Chedda’s video on the day of the shoot Aidonia was ill (I saw and spoke to him personally) so he was not expected to make a cameos given the circumstances. Regarding the attack on ZJ Wahwa I guess it was paradoxical that the two cars that blocked the path of the zip jock’s vehicle, one being Aidonia’s and the other an entourage member, both of which are seen at his residence frequently; coupled with the blackberry message on ZJ Wah Wa phone from Aidonia that read “A Gaza Yuh Say” were mere coincidence.

Finally, Corey Todd did not pay for ZJ Wahwa’s medical expenses which totaled J$40,000. After the incident I Raymond ‘Shadow’ Small did and personally contacted Todd, who instructed a member of staff at the QUAD night club to reimburse me J$30,000 while begging me and Wah Wa not to go public with the incident as it would shed a bad light on him, his club and Aidonia, especially in the wake of another melee involving a Stone Love selector days earlier. I silently disagreed. (the phone conversations can be extracted from the Digicel database)

In closing Aidonia and Corey Todd claims of rendering assistance to ZJ Wahwa are ludicrous as the zip jock is financially stable via employment at Zip FM, Darkcide International and also as one of the promoters of the very successful ‘Hamma Fridaze’ series. Which ironically Todd begged us to relocate to Club Riddim and we refused his offer. Lest, Aidonia forgets there have been numerous occasions in the past where myself and Zj Wahwa had to give money to members of his J.O.P camp for assistance with food/transportation and other miscellaneous expenses.

With that said gentlemen always remember what’s hidden in the dark will always come to light.”

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ZJ Wah Wa returns to radio after attack

Monday, August 29, 2011

Darkcide International selector and popular radio jock ZJ Wah Wa after surviving a brutal attack by Aidonia's entourage a week ago, resulting in twelve (12) stitches to his head is back on the airwaves.

Despite, being on the recovery path the Zip 103FM jock returned to the radio over the weekend delivering an explosive set in-spite of medical recommendations confining him to bed rest. His presence was also felt at the summer finale of Hamma Fridaze, an event which he’s also a member of the promotional team.

Later this week the 'Hamma General' is expected to release a new mixtape titled 'The Chronicles of ZJ Wahwa - Chapter 1: Deception'.

“I want to thanks everyone who has supported my career throughout the good and bad times, life is filled with challenges but we must not allow them to become obstacles in our quest to be successful.” – Wah wa said

“As it relates to my upcoming mixtape the fans can expect the same high level of musical energy that I am known to deliver on my previous works.. it ago tun up loud…. An don’t forget to keep it ziplock..” – the ZJ added.

Following an appearance at Marco Polo last Sunday, ZJ Wah Wa and his management are now making preparations for several local and overseas assignments in the weeks ahead.

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