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Sea Splash / J&T's Excellent Adventure presents Benjy Myaz & Friends

2012-02-21T18:35:00.000-08:00

Sea Splash and the all new Jim and Ted's Excellent Adventure, the hottest new bar on 7 Mile Beach would like to announce here first for all the boardies our exciting news. Jamaica'a Statman of the Arts / Hanover native and my very good friend Benjy Myaz (AKA Haddington native Benjamin Myers), an International Reggae Superstar who has toured with the likes of Jimmy Cliff and Toots and the Maytals, and has written and produced for many famous artists as well as himself, has agreed to do two special appearances at Jim and Ted's Excellent Adventure. Fortunately for all, these two performances will be during our next two broadcasts with Rob and Lisa, streaming on www Realnegril.com this Thursday from noon til 2pm and on Sunday evening from 5pm til 7pm. These performances will feat Benjy Myaz & Friends , which means some of Benjy's good friends who may just happen to be in Negril are going to drop by and play with him. Since we do not have our stage or sound system completed yet, these performances will be mostly acoustic and should not be missed. To check out Benjy's body of work, please feel free to check out his youtube channel at www.youtube.com/user/benjymyaz and listen or get free downloads of his work.

If you are fortunate enough to be in Negril during these two shows,
MAKE SURE YOU ARE AT SEA SPLASH RESORT!!!
We are not charging an entrance fee we just ask that you patronize our bar and restaurant!

See you soon!!!!

Jim (AKA Boombastic)

Contact : Sea Splash Resort

Norman Manley Boulevard

Negril, Jamaica

Phone: 876-957-4041

Fax: 876-957-4049

Toll Free: 1-888-790-5264

Toll Free UK: 00-800-7297-2900

Email: seasplash@cwjamaica.com

Webpage: www.seasplash.com

PEP Talk

2012-02-17T13:37:00.000-08:00

As Benjy Myaz says, "A fine line separates musicians who play music to live and those who LIVE to play music." On this pepisode, Ms. Peppy interviews Jamaica's gem and musician extraordinaire, Benjy Myaz. Benjy shares an interesting side of him that many have not heard. Please listen and consider downloading this.
Podomatic: PEP Talk Radio Show: February 16, 2012
For more on PEP Talk, email: peptalk@peppypromotions.com or visit www.yaapeptalk.com - Yaa Gyasi Peppy Parke

Join me on the More Fyah Show -Host / Dj Sir Daddy

2012-01-30T12:34:00.000-08:00

Join me on the More Fyah Show -Host / Dj Sir Daddy

Thursday Feb 2nd 8pm GMT /1pm EST

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Chat : www.reggae4us.com/chat/index.php

2012-01-13T10:26:00.000-08:00

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Benjy Myaz for Redbones - Entertainment - JamaicaObserver.com

2012-01-01T00:26:00.000-08:00

LOVERS rock singer Benjy Myaz is the featured act at this evening's

'The Essence of Benjy Myaz'

show at the Redbones Blues Cafe, starting at 10:00 pm.

Myaz, best known for songs like Love You Higher, Show You Love and

Long Story Short, will be supported by singer K'Von.

Read more:

www.jamaicaobserver.com

The West Indian Music Awards goes to Benjy Myaz

2011-09-22T11:08:00.000-07:00

Benjy Myaz, Jamaica's Premiere StatesMan of the Arts, to be honored with a LifeTime Achievement Awards this Saturday Sept. 24th at The West Indian Music Awards presented by The Dheeraj Cultural Foundation

Reaggae Press & Media

Jamaica's Premiere StatesMan of the Arts" Benjy Myaz on GLOBAL SOUL TV

2011-08-30T11:03:00.000-07:00

Jamaica´s Premiere StatesMan of the Arts" Benjy Myaz on Global Soul
Performance/interview in HollyWood w/ Matt Robinson (celebrity music producer - DJ)
and Actor LeVar Burton (Roots, Star Trek)
Log on now

Video streaming by Ustream

Gregory Isaacs sings Border in Made In Jamaica - DVD out now

2011-07-06T07:50:00.000-07:00

Benjy Myaz appears c/o My' Werks Music/Productions™ ©

Chatting w/Jerry Small on New Talk 93 FM

2011-05-29T03:37:00.000-07:00

Chatting w/Jerry Small on New Talk 93 FM

!! - Listen Now - !!

'All In The Mix' Finds The Right Ingredients

2011-05-25T08:52:00.000-07:00

Marcia Rowe, Gleaner Writer

ON THE day after the predicted rapture, the Immaculate Conception High School Auditorium was the scene of something out of the ordinary.

Splendid performances, passionate deliveries wrapped with witty remarks, shaped the story of the third staging of the St Benedict The Moor Catholic Church-organised event - All In The Mix Brawta. In essence, it was a show worth experiencing.

First reggae, ska, jazz and blues and gospel were performed by a short list of singers accompanied by a band of four members. Then there was the Jamaican food such as fritters, sweet potato pudding, toto, along with complimentary red wine. Additionally, there was the display of old-time Jamaican artefacts (for want of a better word) such as a chimney, a non-electric iron, and things of that nature, placed near the entrance of the building. So what is the idea of throwing the latter items in the mix?

Eunice Forbes, a member of the organising team put this seemingly odd choice of ingredient in perspective for The Gleaner.

"It was just to bring back memories, old time memories. Of course, the younger generation does not know what we use to use then ... they will get a chance to see," Forbes explained.

While that was the idea, it was a mature audience that was taken down the musical memory lane. And it began with Chris Demontague's closing piece; an Otis Redding classic, I've Been Loving You, bringing the young Munro College graduate's energetic performance to an end.

Tina Simone, the first of three females on the programme, (MC Heather Grant not included) after announcing that God is truly amazing, sang Secret Hideaway before telling the audience "I am going to take you far back with a little blues" and then launched into a magnificent rendition of 100 Days.

The five vocalists from Rollington Town Seventh-day Adventist Church, who go by the name Word, contributed to the "bring back memories" party with In The Still Of The Night after throwing in For Your Love, among others.

expanding theme

When the witty Velia Espeut, with a powerful voice, began her stint, she further expanded on the theme of love.

"How many of you are in love?" she asked and then continued with "Could someone bring a chair and bring my lovely husband to sit on it?" And with her request fulfilled, she also sat on a chair, faced him and began a serenade with Incredible, That's What You Are. The audience approved.

Not to be outdone, Ossie D (without Stevie G) dedicated Bring It On Home To Me to his wife, Lydia.

Clad in full white, the former member of the now defunct dance group the Fabulous Flames, delighted when he showed the cowfoot dance. His other contributions to the mix included Nice Time.

After an intermission, there were more great performances from Boris Gardiner, Benjy Myaz and Judy Emanuel. All three returned for encores, though Gardiner's was the most entertaining, and, according to Grant, "revealing".

This was so because the soulful Jamaican musical icon was asked to perform a ska dance. Prior to that, Gardiner gave a performance of hits like Someone Loves You, Honey and I Want To Wake Up With You.

Emanuel was scintillating. After beginning with I Want To Be With You, she gave a Diana Ross impersonation with a medley of the artiste's popular songs such as My Baby Don't Care, I Hear A Symphony and Stop In The Name Of Love. Emanuel ended her act with Love Me Forever.

Myaz had the stage transformed into a carnival of performers. For the performance, Myaz had two back-up singers, a conga drummer, four dancers and a trumpeter join Desi Jones & School Band. But it was easy to look past all that once his performance began. It was sweet music to the ears.

The proceeds earned from All In The Mix Brawta, an admittedly fabulous occasion, will go towards the Church's outreach programmes.

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2011-05-20T07:44:00.000-07:00

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St Benedict the Moor Catholic Church "ALL IN THE MIX - BRAWTA"

2011-04-19T13:26:00.000-07:00

Time	Sunday, May 22 · 6:00pm

Location	Immaculate Conception High School Constant Spring Road Kingston, Jamaica St Benedict the Moor Catholic Church "ALL IN THE MIX - BRAWTA" - Sunday, May 22 · 6:00pm - 9:00pm @ Immaculate Conception High School

Westwood Old Girls' Association South Florida's Chapter Under the distinguished patronage of Consul General Sandra Grant-Griffiths, presents A Dinner & Dance w/ guest appearance by International Recording/Performing Artist --Benjy Myaz

2011-04-14T03:16:00.000-07:00

Westwood Old Girls' Association South Florida's Chapter Under the distinguished patronage of Consul General Sandra Grant-Griffiths, presents A Dinner & Dance w/ guest appearance by International Recording/Performing Artist

♪B e n j y M y a z♪

Dress Code: Formal Attire
Tickets : $50 per person
Music by :Dj - Janice the Empress

____________________________________

Contact : 954. 854. 9425 or 954. 684. 0879
Ticket Outlet :Aunt I Jamaican Restaurant:
1178 North State Road 7, Lauderhill FL 33313
Tel : 954. 321. 0190
____________________________________

Part proceeds in aid of The Maia Chung Autism & Disabilities Foundation,Jamaica Endorsed by My' Werks Music /Productions, Monarchy Management & Groupe/The ReggaeFirm,

Operation Goodways, Pluggedcom Propaganda-

Communications.

Westwood Old Girls' Association South Florida's Chapter Dinner & Dance!!!

Action Tonight

2011-04-12T11:47:00.000-07:00

Please join Benjy Myaz alongside Dj Venom & Markland "Action"

Edwards @ 9pm for an "Outerview" during

"ACTION TONIGHT"

on Nationwide 90 FM (90.1FM, 90.3FM, 90.5FM, 90.

7FM, 90.9FM) Streaming @ www.nationwideradiojm.com

Looking forward to dis one!!!!!

The Essence Of Benjy Myaz Coming Soon

2011-03-25T08:30:00.000-07:00

My' Werks Music/Productions™ presents "THE ESSENCE OF BENJY MYAZ" featuring International Recording & Performing Artist Benjy Myaz & Friends (array of LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL MEGA talented friends) Genus- Classical, Jazz, Mento, Rocksteady, Roots, Dub, Reggae, Lovers Rock, R&B, Urban, Pop, Rock Folk, Alternative, Funk, Fusion, Latin,

World Beat.......♫♫ COMING SOON!! "Launching The Essence Chapter 1"

Cities, Dates & Venue -TBA Brought to you by My' Werks Music/Productions™ & its AffiliatesReggae Press, Reggae Press & Media,Monarchy-The Reggae Firm, operation goodWays, Pluggedcom Propaganda-Communications, Lovers Rock Lounge, Lovers Rock LIVE, The Joint, California-Reggae Head Quarters

"Chasing the Creativity not the Competition" © ......2011 & beyond

Moonsplash 2011 line up

2011-03-09T14:33:00.000-08:00

Moonsplash 2011 line up

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11 Questions for 2011 With Benjy Myaz

2011-02-28T10:03:00.000-08:00

By M. Peggy Quattro

Published Feb 28, 2011

Benjy Myaz, an accomplished musician, songwriter, arranger, and producer, hails from Hanover, Jamaica. Benjy plays several instruments, but claims the bass is his first love. As a member of the famed Rhythm Kings Band, Benjy performed and toured the world with such stars as Jimmy Cliff and JC Lodge. His many musical collaborations include Garnet Silk, Pam Hall, and Freddie McGregor. His MyWerks Music company is currently enjoying the success of “Hooked On You,” a Lovers Rock single in the Aswad/Maxi Priest/Dennis Brown vein that reached #1 on the UK reggae charts. Benjy Myaz supports music training at an early age and lives by his vision –

“I chase creativity, not the competition.”

1.   When and where did you get started in the actual music business? 1st show/recording?
•   My entry into the music business started when I performed as a bassist in my first band, “The Now Band,” playing @ Kaisers Café in Negril in 1984.
•   1st Show, performing as a vocalist, which launched my solo career, was in 1988 @ The Great River Show Grounds (Hanover, Jamaica)
•   1st Recording: “Love You Higher”

2. Who were your early influences?
• Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, George Benson, Stanley Clarke, and Quincy Jones to name a few.

3.   What is your current project? Or what do you have planned?
•      Current projects:
a)   The promotion of CD album, Long Story Short (originally released 2005) to include my latest video

single “Hooked On You”
b) Re-launch of an instrumental CD album, “You’ve Got Me” (originally released 2009.)

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4.   Where is your largest fan base located, and why?
a)   Jamaica.
b)   I spend most of my time in Jamaica, where I receive reasonable airplay of my music, and my presence

there also allows for on-line, radio & TV interviews, and features in newspapers and/or magazines.

5. What has been your most memorable career moment and why?
a) An appearance with Randy Crawford at the annual Prime Minister’s Independence Gala (Concert) in

2000.
b) An opportunity to perform the hit single, “Love You Higher” (originally recorded by Randy Crawford) with her – as a duet.

6. What has been your biggest challenge professionally?
• The marketing and promotion of my music. Although well received by fans, when heard, it has been a

challenging task; therefore, supports my opinion that the music being promoted does not reflect the entire

range of the music being recorded.

7.   If you could collaborate with any artist, of any genre, who would it be and why?
a)   Quincy Jones
b)   He represents the “muse” in music.

8.   If you only had time left to perform one last song, what would it be and why?
a)   “Thank You Lord”
b)   It symbolizes recognition, appreciation, and a will to humbly commit to the Supreme Being.

9.   If you could change one thing in the reggae music business, what would it be and why?
a)   The way it’s commercially promoted
b)   We need to preserve its organics

10.   Here’s your chance to thank someone who has been instrumental in your career, who would that be and why?
a)   Herbert Morrison Technical High School’s Music Department
b)   They nurtured what was already harnessed at church and being worked on at home

11. Tell us one thing about yourself that your fans do not know.
• I have two daughters, and raised my oldest as a single parent.

About the Author:

M. Peggy Quattro, Reggae Report founder and publisher, celebrates 30 years in the Reggae business in 2011. As head of RRI Media Corp., she manages ReggaeReport.com Reggae Report on Facebook, performs freelance writing, editing and PR, public speaker from a personal reggae perspective on Reggae history, and is a Certified Social Media Strategist and consultant. - Reggae Report/Facebook | ReggaeReport.com | Blog- www.mpeggyq.com

"Guest Appearance, Presentation & "Palav"

2011-02-09T23:40:00.000-08:00

Join me on Sunday 13th of February for a great afternoon while we "Palav" on

RJR 94FM chilling, chatting & spinning 10 of my "Favorite Tunes" from 1pm-4pm EST

7pm - 8 pm CET w/ host Gerry McDaniel.

JAMAICA - Tune in on 94.1 94.5 94.7 94.9 FM /

INTERNATIONAL - Steaming @ www.rjr94fm.com

Please join me for my presentation ..definitely looking forward to dis one!!

Vote for "HOOKED ON YOU" on Hype TV's VTX Countdown

2011-02-04T12:07:00.000-08:00

Please vote for my new video on Hype TV's VTX countdown, text my name:

"Benjy Myaz"
and the title of the video:
"Hooked on You"
to 4442453

For international incoming text please dial area code
1876-4442453

Thanking u ALL for the unyielding love & support -Benjy Myaz

For more info log on to www.hypetvjam.com

Chat, Premiering of 'HOOKED ON YOU' & Live Performance

2011-02-03T12:53:00.000-08:00

!! JAMAICA JAMAICA !!

Please join Benjy Myaz tonight on Hype TV for a Chat, Premiering of

'HOOKED ON YOU' (new video/single) & Performance preceding on 'Up & Live' series @ 8:00pm transmitting on Hype TV's Ch 390 on Flow Network, Ch 92 on Telstar Network & Ch 7 on Lime Mobile Tv. Hype TV apologies for their streaming inaccessibility @ dis time however, My' Werks Music / Production will post link/s asa data is made available.

Co-host "Celebrity Rewind"

2011-01-30T15:23:00.000-08:00

Monday, 31.01.2011 3:00 - 4:00pm east / 9:00pm - 10:00pm cest

Celebrities count down their ten favourite OLD SKOOL Jamz (from any/all genres of music) Please join BENJY MYAZ for his presentation & dont miss dis one!!

Streaming @ www.megajamz98fm.com

"Chasing the Creativity, not the Competition" ~ Benjy Myaz

Special Guest on "Saturday Night @ Bess" w/host Gary I

2011-01-23T09:56:00.000-08:00

Special Guest BENJY MYAZ on "Saturday Night @ Bess" w/host Gary I Saturday, January 29,2011 at 8:00pm East Bess 100. 5 FM with Streaming @ www.bessfm.com

www.bessfm.com

BENJY MYAZ INTERVIEW WITH DJ JAMMY

2011-01-12T15:46:00.000-08:00

"WHILE BENJY MYAZ IS UNDOUBTEDLY ONE OF THE BEST MUSICIANS TO EMERGE OUT OF JAMAICA, AFTER LISTENING TO THIS INTERVIEW YOU WILL DEFINITELY SEE WHY HE IS ONE OF THE WORLDS GREATEST" -DJ Jammy

PERFORMING LIVE -BENJY MYAZ- !

2010-12-30T03:47:00.000-08:00

This Saturday January 1st, 2011
Beezy's Reggae Pub
features Singer/Song Writer/Talented Musician Benjy Myaz
Live on stage, SHOWTIME 11:30PM Ocho Rios, Jamaica!

"The Reviews" Black Tie Gala

2010-12-13T11:06:00.000-08:00

Our Mission
Our mission is to provide a safe place for protection of our clients. Kelly's Serenity House provides housing for twelve families. Upon acceptance into Kelly's Serenity House families will reside in the house for six to twelve months. Case management is set up with social workers, medical and psychiatric services, substance abuse treatment, job training classes and educational and legal advocacy for the women. All children will also receive specialty care.

Kelly's Serenity House
Kelly's Serenity House is a shelter for battered and sexually assualted women and children. Statistics show that every 9 seconds someone is a victim to domestic violence or sexual assualt. 95% of these victims are women. Our goal at Kelly's Serenity House is to help these victims become self-sufficient so they can help stop the cycle of abuse. These women will need shelter and proper resources to support them in their journey. This is where Kelly's Serenity House comes in.
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FACTS
Over 6 million women are beaten each year by their partners; 4,000 of them are killed
Domestic violence is the single greatest cause of injury to women. More frequent than auto accidents, muggings and rapes combined.
50% of men who abuse their female partner also abuse their children.
Medical expenses from domestic violence total at least $3-$5 BILLION annually.

the Immaculate voice and presence of Benjy Myaz at the Kelly Safehouse Benefit in Chicago was a high point of the event. Thanks Benjy for always being an inspiration.

Good Ways

Special Thank You's to everyone who came out on Saturday night in Chicago. BTG was a success. Much to Jerome & Valerie (founders of Kelly's Serenity House) the moving Keynote Speaker, my management company (MMMG) my Fb friends & all the other acts who supported this worthy cause. Jamaica was highly represented. Blessings to all

Monarchy-The ReggaeFirm

Reggae Press

Special Thank You's to everyone who came out in Chicago to see one of Jamaica's Premier Artist Benjy Myaz. Much to Jerome & Valerie (founders of Kelly's Serenity House) the moving Keynote Speaker and all the other acts who supported this worthy cause. Jamaica was highly represented. Blessings to all

Jamaica Jamaica

Black Tie Gala Dezember 11, 2010

2010-11-25T06:00:00.000-08:00

The Marriot Hotel, 540.N Michigan ..... Downtown

Contact Valrie @ 771.531.3472 OR 219. 614. 9585

Jamaica's Premiere Statesman of the Arts says “THANK YOU ” !!!!

2010-11-21T13:06:00.000-08:00

On Behalf of BENJY MYAZ,My’Werks Music/Production house, we would like firstly thank The Lord GOD for the talents & the know how to share it,

…….after months of hitting the top-tier of US Radio Charts with his Bouncy hit single “HOOKED ON YOU”, International Recording artist, BENJY MYAZ is winding down his No American promotional campaign for 2010.

Club/Video/Radio personalities, Club Owners, Musicians, family, friends fans, music lovers and all of the many well wishers who have made the BENJY MYAZ No. American Promotional Campaign one of the most successful campaigns in Reggae Music for year 2010, the experience was thrilling and we want to encourage you all and remind you that your labour does not go unappreciated.

We cannot thank everyone, however special blessing goes out to Classic Events Entertainment Marketing *Clordene Lloyd, Doc, Pleasure & the Energy Radio Massive, Da FlavaRadio.com *Rico Vibes, Steve Leon, Bobby Channel One, Jeff Sarge, Judith Kitson, Ed & Michelle Robinson, Chip Smith, Splicerr Ras and the e2onair.com massive, Swelele, Mr Pinnakle, Craig Brown (dj TC) Roy Sweetlend, Shauna Dazzle, Suzanne Palmer, Joannne “The BlackPoet Stephen”, Papa Wabe, Tony Carr, Dermott Hussey, Stan E. Smith, Ms Ren, Top Hop Garden, Zimma Productions, Stars of David Records, and Ras Illey.

Our European alliance Ketchdis Radio*Simone Schnalke, thank u all for a job well done.The My Werks PR Div. Marie Francis and Barbara Hutcheson - was amazing and we are very appreciative of ur time and talents.

Our media partner RPM, (Reggae Press & Media) efforts and work was tireless and amazing.

………….concluding this exciting campaign was the worldwide releases of the “HOOKED ON YOU” video presentation world-wide audience via the BENJY MYAZ Channel ………………………..enjoy now @ www.youtube.com/benjymyaz

We had an awesome year and looking forward to the many exciting offerings for 2011 including the upcoming world-wide release of “Long Story Short” previously release in Jamaica.

Featuring the lead single “Hooked On You”.

-Written, Arranged & Produced by Benjy Myaz. Other producers include Bobby Digital, Barry O’Hare, Freddie McGregor and Barry Clarke. –Long Story Short- is an amazing addition to Benjy’s master composite and a timeless piece of art.

Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza and great tidings to all.

……………monarchymmg monarchyUK

more on ……………………………………Benjy MYAZ

In addition to production assignments; including international recording projects, upcoming performance dates on hand and strong support from his legions of fans – Benjy Myaz’s momentum continues to rise.

Supplementary

He also received a Nomination Medal & Certificate from the Grammy Committee for being a part of Toots and the Maytals Grammy-nominated album. Benjy continues to make his presence felt, internationally, using the different engines to keep the consistency in the industry. To date, Benjy has released four albums, “Intimate Relationship”, “Time Together”, “Long Story Short” and the latest a Jazz - Fused instrumental compilation title “You’ve Got Me”.

Now accepting dates for WorldWide appearances - Fall’ 10 – Winter ‘11 contact:- earth runnins agency-eragencylive@gmail.com monarchy management – monarchy1111@gmail.com

For addition info log on to -

http://benjymyazinfopage.blogspot.com/ http://www.myspace.com/benjymyaz http://www.facebook.com/benjy.myaz http://www.facebook.com/pages/Benjy-Myaz/112762166780 http://www.youtube.com/user/benjymyaz http://www.reverbnation.com/benjymyaz http://www.linkedin.com/in/benjymyaz

global rep:- monarchy management & marketing Groupe monarchy1111@gmail.com

booking earth runnins agency:- ersgencylive@gmail.com

North American Press & Publicity Barbara Hutchenson – My Werks Music Productions breal626@gmail.com

Caribbean Press & Publicity Marie Francis My Werks Productions emmariefrancis@gmail.com emmariefrancis@yahoo.com

Thank You Benjy Myaz by Reggae Press

2010-11-21T13:04:00.000-08:00

BENJY MYAZ SHINES - We are truly appreciative and proudly represents our client BENJY MYAZ, Jamaica's Stateman of the Arts, whose 2010 Promotional campaign was one of the most successful Reggae promotional campaign in No. America.

Thanks Benjy for allowing us to share on your journey

We enjoyed working with partner monarchy mmg, the My Werks Team

Marie Francis and Barbara Hutcheson - was amazing and we are very appreciative of ur time and talents.

Our European alliance Ketchdis Radio*Simone Schnalke, thank u all for a job well done.

We had an awesome year and looking forward to the many exciting offerings for 2011 including the upcoming world-wide release of “Long Story Short” previously release in Jamaica.

Featuring the lead single “Hooked On You”.

Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza and great tidings to all.

……………monarchymmg monarchyUK

more on ……………………………………Benjy MYAZ

Supplementary

Now accepting dates for WorldWide appearances - Fall’ 10 – Winter ‘11 contact:- earth runnins agency-eragencylive@gmail.com monarchy management – monarchy1111@gmail.com

For addition info log on to -

global rep:- monarchy management & marketing Groupe monarchy1111@gmail.com

booking earth runnins agency:- ersgencylive@gmail.com

North American Press & Publicity Barbara Hutchenson – My Werks Music Productions breal626@gmail.com

Caribbean Press & Publicity Marie Francis My Werks Productions emmariefrancis@gmail.com emmariefrancis@yahoo.com

A Long Time Coming -"LONG STORY SHORT" worldwide on-line release COMING SOON 2011!!

2010-11-19T04:03:00.000-08:00

Synopsis

Released in Fall of 2005 in Jamaica , Benjy Myaz again proves he is still on top of his game.“After taking time out to write, refresh & rejuvenate, I’m very happy the way this project has turned out. With heavy rotation already on Jamaican radio and given the right marketing & promotional plan globally, Long Story Short is predestined to be a hit with fans all over”. -Written, Arranged & Produced by Benjy Myaz. Other producers include Bobby Digital, Barry O’Hare, Freddie McGregor and Barry Clarke. -Long Story Short-

My love for music drives my creativity. Music is not just a job; I have a very deep love for it. I've made my sacrifices for the music to be on this level, the money is secondary. I'm about chasing creativity, not the competition." --Benjy Myaz

Story by Stan Evan Smith 2.17.06

As a jazz instrumentalist and bassist, Benjy Myaz has made his mark in Jamaican music as a vocalist, songwriter and producer. Benjy's last record was released in 2000. The question on the lips of lovers’ rock fans has been, "What has Benjy Myaz been doing since the release of his last CD, Time Together [VP Records, 2000]?"Myaz has been in a long protracted struggle to musically survive, but his belief in his dream has allowed him to persevere. During his five-year hiatus, Myaz did not allow the grass to accumulate under his feet. His musical creativity was not stifled. He did not release singles like other singers have done, and did not get caught up in the one rhythm-driven compilation phenomenon dominating the reggae market, yet still he remained quite busy musically.

During this time, Myaz demonstrated his broad breath, versatility and command of music by composing, producing, writing, arranging, collaborating and singing. His efforts culminated in two CDS--his eagerly awaited and much anticipated LONG STORY SHORT, released under the aegis of JAMPRO in Jamaica in November 2005 (with future release dates planned for Florida and New York); the second, a work in progress, is an instrumental album titled, YOU’VE GOT ME, a first of its kind in Jamaica, featuring the bass as the lead instrument. Fusion musicians like George Duke, Herbie Hancock, premier bassists Jaco Pastorius, Marcus Miller and Stanley Clarke inspired the concept for YOU’VE GOT ME. Myaz explains,

“The bass was always an accompanying rather than lead instrument and the concept was to create melodies and not make them repetitious or monotonous.”

As a formally trained musician and proficient on many musical instruments, Myaz was able to utilize his knowledge of other instruments to transform the bass melodies and accomplish variations.

While juggling his musical career between the responsibilities of single parenthood, Benjy continued to further bolster his reputation and expand his musical development by working with top entertainment figures. From Urban to Reggae to Pop to Gospel and Folk, many benefited from his musical creativity including gospel singer Joan Myers, a former lead with the internationally renowned Grace Thrillers, whose debut album, Wanna B Ur, he produced. He collaborated with Canadian-based dub poet, Michael St. George, singer/guitarist Junior Jazz and Freddie McGregor, Third World, Ken Boothe, Joanna Marie, and Pam Hall. He co-produced Banx’s Chariots of Steele in 2004 with Third World lead guitarist Steven 'Cat’ Coore; played bass on Sizzla’s Da Real Thing. Myaz is the musical director for Moon Splash, Bankie Banx’s musical festival held in Anguilla annually. He has toured as a bassist with Jimmy Cliff, Culture, Toots and the Maytals, DJ Shinehead and J.C. Lodge, and appeared also as bassist with Sounds of Blackness. As a solo vocalist, he toured the U.S. in 2000 with Freddie McGregor and Glen Washington. As if this wasn’t enough, Myaz kept up his hectic schedule, as a solo act, performing alongside international artists Jeffrey Osbourne, James Ingram, Gladys Knight, Angie Stone, Kevon Edmonds and Randy Crawford at major festivals like World Food Day in 2000, Jamaica Jazz Festival, Jamaica Prime Minister’s Ball and Reggae Sumfest. His work with Toots & the Maytals earned him a nomination medal and certificate from NARAS for Toots’ 2000 Grammy-nominated album.

Whether Myaz is at work in the studio creating music, on stage performing or going about his daily business, his caring humility and warm humbleness draw people to him. His wit and sense of humor is equally matched by his profound faith in God and the deep ethical foundation bequeathed him by his parents. Born in the little town of Haddington, Hanover, Jamaica to the Reverend Egbert Myers (the pastor of Holiness Christian Church) and Mrs. Resa Myers, Benjy along with his seven siblings participated in their church choir at the urging of their parents.Myaz musical skills continued to develop at Herbert Morrison High School where he played in the school band with drummers like Paul Kastick of Shaggy’s band. Benjy has been a musician his entire life and is proficient on at least seven musical instruments although his first love is the bass.

Myaz who began singing later in his career—a step he describes as

“just a transition, not a move,”

found the transition from musician to singer difficult because of everyone pidgeonholed him as a bass player. Singing allowed him to become a performing and recording artist, but he considers it

“just the cream of the crop”

of his musical career. The difficulty jazz guitarist George Benson encountered in his transition to a singer is akin to Myaz’ own situation. His friend and mentor Junior Jazz, a singing guitarist, also had a similar experience. Benson’s successful transition is also a model from which Myaz can take heart. To his credit, Benjy Myaz has prepared himself by being versed in the business aspect of the music industry and has control over all aspects of his career. He owns his publishing and production company, My Werks Music, and his original songs are copyrighted.

His technical know-how ensures proper mastering of his own recordings, and he is capable of engineering both live performance and studio recordings. The creative mind has many detours: Bob Andy, one of Jamaica’s greatest songwriters, said that had he not been a singer he would have been a painter because he saw colors in his head when writing songs. Myaz’s creativity is not limited to music; as a graphic designer and art director he designs the artwork and photography for his albums. The imaginative and eye catching graphics on LONG STORY SHORT was his work.

Myaz has made many sacrifices and turned down many opportunities that would have allowed him to live comfortably in pursuit of his dreams and ambitions. The demands and instability of a musician’s life coupled with challenges of single parenthood have often times proved daunting, especially when they clash; however, because of his solid foundation he has been able to hold it all together. Myaz wrote and produced “Conversation, ” the single for Third World ’s Live it Up album. Observing Benjy in the studio is witness to true brilliance at work. His humor and genius at times are one and the same. Yet his dedication to his talent and the integrity of his craft is singular, there is more to him than the music. The desire to be respected as great musician and his ambition to be successful is also evident. And, like true artists who usually know the kind of musical portraits they want to create, compromise, though necessary, comes hard.

Myaz is meticulously disciplined and extraordinarily creative. When it comes to his music he is an uncompromising perfectionist. As he notes,

“When you are formally trained, it allows you to appreciate the origins and growth of music.”

This is why as an artist, his creed is

“I’m about chasing creativity, not competition.”

In an industry where hype and ego pretensions equal celebrity, and rhythm-driven music is the vogue, such an attitude can be problematic. At times, this quality puts him at odds with the pervasive trends in the reggae music industry, because, for Benjy Myaz as an artist,

“ It's about taking control of my direction and my sound… It's not a matter of not allowing anyone to do it; I am professionally an arranger and a composer, producer, so that's what I do.”

Benjy has a decided distaste for conforming to the latest commercial trends. This is because, as he notes:

“I didn't grow up on top 40; I am very selective with my music. Jazz gives me the freedom of expression, there [are] no limitations to it.”

However, he is confronted with the dilemma all true artists in today’s music industry face; dilemma geniuses like Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and Bob Marley struggled to reconcile—that of how to become a commercially viable artist while remaining true to your creative vision. The balance is delicate and difficult, yet attainable. The market is very fickle and fad-driven, often requiring gimmicks and low brow imagery instead of creativity and quality as hallmarks of commercial success. Record labels are even more brutal because of their bottom line sales. They are notoriously unsentimental and have little loyalty for artists who don’t do whatever it takes to rake in the dollars.

Described by one music critic as “a jewel of an album,” LONG STORY SHORT could further signal the revival of lovers’ rock in Jamaica, a genre of reggae which is more popular in England than in Jamaica at present. LONG STORY SHORT is a pleasing album, especially for romantics and lovers. The album is dominated by polished lovers' rock songs, including originals like “You and Me,” “ Make It Up To You,” “Irresistible Lady,” “Before You Go,” and, of course, the title track, “Long Story Short.” Noteworthy are the two impressive covers of Bobby Caldwell, “Do for Love” (a reggae groove and Latin bounce). To watch Myaz perform this track live is exciting; he scats vocally while playing his fretless bass with the eloquence and proficient ease reminiscent of George Benson live on “On Broadway.” The majority of the 15 tracks are composed and produced by Benjy Myaz with co-production by Barry O’Hare, Freddie McGregor and Bobby Digital. Myaz shows his command and versatility playing several instruments on the album, including the bass, organ, clavinet, and acoustic guitar, piccolo and also singing background vocals. Though he is not quite a rudeboy lover like Beres Hammond or Freddie McGregor whose love songs tend to be rooted in the Jamaican psyche, Myaz pitches his love tent high on the love landscape.

His charismatic voice with its melodious delivery makes his message resonate. LONG STORY SHORT brings a breath of freshness to Jamaican lovers’ rock and reggae music. Fans both old and new will be impressed with the breadth of the multi-faceted musical creativity of Benjy Myaz, the allure of his voice and the intelligence of his love stories. LONG STORY SHORT was a long time coming but it was well worth the wait.

Benjy Myaz’s “HOOKED ON YOU” worldwide on-line video release splash

2010-11-09T03:17:00.000-08:00

After months of hitting the top-tier of US Radio Charts with his Bouncy hit single “HOOKED ON YOU”, International Recording artist, BENJY MYAZ releases the video presentation of the single to a world-wide audience via the

BENJY MYAZ Channel

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The highly anticipated video presentation is a classy interpretation of the single which was officially launched in the South-East US Market with a splash at the Top Hop Garden venue during the highly festive Miami Carnival weekend.

With friends, family, fans and special guest performers alike dropping in to participate in the video launch for

“HOOKED ON YOU”, the occasion created a celebratory tone to laud the continued ‘werks’ of Benjy Myaz.

l-r Swelele, Shauna Dazzle, Craig Brown(TC) , Benjy Myaz , Suzanne Palmer, Zemroy Lewis, Shanna S, Mr. Pinnacle

The overwhelming positive response to the Single and Video premiere served as a great launching platform to the worldwide launch of the video.

Directed by one of the top upcoming UK film directors, Onasis Waite and produced by Marie Francis the video featured a fresh new face from Jamaica, Cadia, as the spotlight leading lady the video was shot at Ronnie Jarret’s Wicckie Wackiie Beach on the island of Jamaica.

The “HOOKED ON YOU” video presentation is a continuation of the ‘werks’ of this important and talented artist, Benjy Myaz, one of Jamaica’ top musical export.

If "I can" touch someone with some chords or a strum" If "I can" heal someone with the words & melody of this song, If "I can" move someone with some bass ' n' drum", Then, this song; would have been a ***** #1. BAM © 2005..!

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He also received a Nomination Medal & Certificate from the Grammy Committee for being a part of Toots and the Maytals Grammy-nominated album. Benjy continues to make his presence felt, internationally, using the different engines to keep the consistency in the industry. To date, Benjy has released four albums, “Intimate Relationship”, “Time Together”, “Long Story Short” and the latest a Jazz - Fused instrumental compilation title

“You’ve Got Me”.

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DISCOGRAPHY

2010-10-23T06:37:00.000-07:00

“A fine line separates musicians who play music to live and those who live to play music. I live to play music…it is my life” ~Benjy Myaz

New Vocal Single

"Hooked On You"

“You’ve Got Me“

This album “You’ve Got Me” -- features the sound of the Bass as the lead instrument up front. In order to accomplish the variations, he utilized his knowledge of other instruments to transform the bassist’s melodies. He states, “The Bass was always an accompanying rather than lead instrument and the concept was to create melodies and not make them sound repetitious or monotonous. This album has being the threshold since 1993, crossing the parameters of genre. With influences coming from so many styles it’s very hard to place exactly where this project fits but it’s been a long time in the making and it came out capturing my many moods over the years”.

"Intimate Relationship"

Arranged and produced by Benjy Myaz himself, this compilation signifies his entrance into the arena as a vocalist. Collaboration includes other producers such as Bobby Digital, Dean Frazer, along with guest vocal appearances by Jr. Jazz and Freddie McGregor. With both originals and covers, Intimate Relationship is sure to capture the sprit of love withinReleased 1997 in North America on VP Records, this album captures the sprit of love within.

"TIME TOGETHER"

Released 1998 in Japan on TEICHIKU 24/ 7Records and 2000 in North America on VP Records,

Time Together has taken its place in music history as one of Reggae/Lover’s Rock must have albums. With writing, arrangements and productions coming from Benjy Myaz, one can only say that even with cover versions, here’s a voice with a unique sound and, for sure, a different attitude. The other Producer on this album is Bobby Digital. As one fan describes the album “it is definitely a master production.”

“Long Story Short”

Released in Fall of 2005, Benjy Myaz again proves he is still on top of his game.

“After taking time out to write, refresh & rejuvenate, I’m very happy the way this project has turned out. With heavy rotation already on Jamaican radio and given the right marketing & promotional plan globally, Long Story Short is predestined to be a hit with fans all over”.

Written, Arranged & Produced by Benjy Myaz. Other producers include Bobby Digital,

Barry O’Hare, Freddie McGregor and Barry Clark

“Eternal Love featuring A'lisa”

BENJY MYAZ, launches Autism Awareness in the US

2010-10-04T00:40:00.000-07:00

Autism Awareness through Operation GoodWays

The Maia Chung Autism & Disabilities Foundation

Promoting Autism Awarness in Jamaica www.myspace.com/mywerksmusic

Launch Party & Video Premier Oct. 9th 2010

2010-09-30T11:36:00.000-07:00

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THE RICOVIBES SHOW / SUNDAY BRUNCH w/GUEST BENJY MYAZ

2010-09-16T22:33:00.000-07:00

"VETERAN SINGER, MUSICIAN AND SONG WRITER BENJY MYAZ VISITS DAFLAVA RADIO AND SAT DOWN FOR AN INDEPT CHAT WITH RICOVIBES. BENJY ALSO DEBUTS HIS LATEST SINGLE HOOKED ON YOU" ENJOY!!
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ACCOMPLISHED SINGER AND MUSICIAN CALLS IN AND DISCUSSED HIS CAREER AND UPCOMING PROJECTS. NUFF RESPECT TO MY BROTHER BENJY MYAZ.
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BENJY MYAZ BLAZES ACROSS THE U.S. SUMMER ‘10

2010-09-10T16:32:00.000-07:00

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Sept 13th 2010

who is one of Jamaica’s premiere master musician/artist; (former Musical Director for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Jimmy Cliff; and also Grammy Awardee Toots and the Maytals) hits hard on his 2010 promotional trail. Pulling double duties, Benjy has been doing teaser promotional appearances starting with him in Anguilla (BWI) as the Musical Director for the annual Moonsplash Festival.
He then celebrated his birthday at Zanzibar Night Club in Washington DC where he had the audience mesmerized as he previewed works from his already released project in the Jamaican/Caribbean region his Reggae-Jazz Fusion bass-instrumental titled, “You’ve Got Me”, which led Tony Carr (one of America’s premiere Reggae radio host and Musicologist) to refer to Benjy as, “one of the greatest Jamaican musicians of all time.”

He moved on to Austin, Texas the following weekend where he thrilled the over 30,000 fans who were in attendance at the annual Austin Reggae Festival. Rocking to his dance-floor stompers such as: “Time”, “Love You Higher”, and “Appreciate Nature”, the audience applauded Benjy for his humanitarian work even before executing his exceptional cover of Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On” a featured single on his “You Got Me” CD.

On his return to Jamaica, he re-entered the studio to continue production on tracks for Ken Boothe, OD, among others, while preparing and laying new tracks for a new project with songstress, Marcia Griffiths, OD.
Returning to Washington DC, Benjy completed tracks for numerous projects at the Star of David studio and also headlined the Jamaican Embassy-sponsored tasteJAMAICA event in celebration of Jamaica’s 48th Independence.

As Co Executive Director of Operation GOODWAYS, Benjy seize the opportunity at his appearance at tasteJAMAICA to continue his dedicated support to The Poverty Eradication Campaign, SAVE DARFUR Movement, however Benjy’s primarily focus was raising the awareness on Autism and the Children with Special Needs by highlighting the works of The Maia Chung Autism and Disabilities Foundation – JAMAICA.

Benjy returned to Jamaica for an overnight appearance at the bi-monthly series, “Jazz in the Gardens – Bass in Konversation” event held at the prestigious Jamaican Pegasus Hotel where, musically speaking, nothing was missing. It was another golden opportunity for music aficionados to witness a sterling performance by Benjy with bass and vocals exciting the highly-appreciative audience; and living up to the title of his current pre-release single, “Hooked on You”, enjoying heavy rotation on the East Coast and garnering the top positions on the charts in major markets such as Hartford, Connecticut and New York City. Benjy Myaz had patrons hooked throughout his allotted time on stage.

The accomplished singer/musician straddling the fine line that separates those who play music to live and those who live to play music, demonstrated that he is among the latter. This he did with his adventurous wanderlust musical expression on bass and vocal scatting on some tunes that blend jazz, world beat and contemporary pop with seductive reggae music.

In addition to production assignments; including international recording projects, upcoming performance dates on hand and strong support from his legions of fans - the momentum for this multi-talented artiste is on the rise.

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Born Benjamin Myers in Hanover Jamaica, Benjy Myaz is recognized, globally, as one of the top musicians from Jamaica. Benjy applied, and received a scholarship to Berklee School of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. The musician has command of, at least, seven instruments, with his first love being the Bass. This he owes to “diligent studies and an innate love for music” as he went on to develop skills in, arranging, songwriting and music production; and his career, as a musician, is credited to his vast knowledge about music.

He also received a Nomination Medal & Certificate from the Grammy Committee for being a part of Toots and the Maytals Grammy-nominated album. Benjy continues to make his presence felt, internationally, using the different engines to keep the consistency in the industry. To date, Benjy has released four albums, “Intimate Relationship”, “Time Together”, “Long Story Short” and “You’ve Got Me”.

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" Bass In Konversation " - The Reviews

2010-09-04T02:41:00.000-07:00

Living up to the title of his latest single, Hooked on You which is number one on the US east coast, Benjy Myaz had patrons hooked throughout his allotted time on stage.

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After intermission Benjy Myaz was the man on stage with the band, made complete by two female back up singers whose dance synchronization and sweet harmonies were worth seeing in its own right. He opened with an extended jazz, funk, reggae fusion of What’s Going On followed by Bobby Caldwell’s smash 1978 hit What You Won’t Do For Love with extended bridges and the use of all instruments including his own bass, which he so often plays like a lead jazz guitar. Myaz was in his element and when he came to the end of that song the audience did not hesitate to applaud. He closed his set with one of his best covers of Randy Crawford’s I Love You Higher.

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2010-08-25T23:16:00.000-07:00

August 24, 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BENJY MYAZ’S “HOOKED ON YOU” – NO. 1 ON ENERGY RADIO 101.5FM

Benjy Myaz’s pre-release single, “Hooked On You”, secured the number one spot on Hartford, Connecticut’s Energy Radio 101.5 FM (www.energyradio1015.com) during the week of Monday, 9^th instant.

Benjy, who recently returned to Jamaica for this month’s edition of “Jazz In The Gardens” (scheduled for Sunday, August 29, 2010), expressed his gratitude: “Thanks to all who have voted and requested this hit-bound single. Thanks to all the Energy Radio 101.5 FM DJs, my fans, and listeners for the consistency.”

Benjy has been overseas for some time making strides in marketing and promoting the single and his “You’ve Got Me” Instrumental CD Album – which was launched in November 2009. He has been interviewed on a number of radio stations – mainly throughout the tri-state area.

Benjy will be quite at home with the theme, “Bass In Konversation”, at Sunday’s “Jazz In The Gardens”. Armed with his bass, he has promised a delightful set – with some vocals as the ‘cherry on top’.

He will be in the company of other accomplished bassists/vocalists, including: Boris Gardiner and Lloyd Parkes; together with Dale Haslam and Michael Kennedy (bass players, only). Young, up-coming and talented bass players, also, on the show, include: Adrian”Jerks” Henry, and Dwayne Livingstone. Karen Smith will add some vocals; while Desi Jones & Friends will provide backing duties. As usual, the able Michael Anthony Cuffe will be the host.

Tickets are now available at The Jamaica Pegasus at a cost of $1,200.00/each (Pre-sold). At the gate –$1,500.00/each. Showtime begins, promptly, at 6:00pm and comes to an end at 9:00pm.

Benjy continues to “chase the creativity...not the competition”.

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"Hooked On You" # 1 Hit Energy Radio Top Ten Countdown

2010-08-09T19:14:00.000-07:00

9/8/10 "HOOKED ON YOU" FINALLY SECURE THE # 1 SPOT THIS WEEK ON THE THE ENERGY RADIO 101.5 TOP TEN COUNTDOWN HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT as a PRE RELEASE SINGLE weblink -http://www.energyradio1015.com/ THANKS TO ALL WHO HAS VOTED & REQUESTED THIS HIT BOUND SINGLE & THANKS TO ALL THE ENERGY RADIO 101.5 FM DJS, MY FANS & LISTENERS FOR THE CONSISTENCY"...

MUCH TO ALL -Benjy Myaz

If "I can" touch someone with some chords or a strum,
If "I can" heal someone with the words & melody of this song,
If "I can" move someone with some bass ' n' drum,
Then, this song; would have been a ***** #1. BAM
© 2005

Biography

2010-08-03T01:29:00.000-07:00

“A fine line separates musicians who play music to live and those who live to play music. I live to play music…it is my life”

Benjamin Myers

Musician, Vocalist, Producer, Arranger, Songwriter, Recording and Performing Artiste

Benjy Myaz was born in a little town called Haddington, Hanover, on the island of Jamaica. He and his other seven musical siblings were exposed to music at an early age, playing with the band in their father's church. Benjy quickly learned the guitar and was always eager to play at devotions in primary school and do rehearsals with the church groups. He went on to study music at Herbert Morrison Technical High School in Montego Bay. After leaving school in 1984, Benjy taught music for two years at the high school level and began further studies with private tutors earning tertiary accreditation from the London Royal School of Music.

Benjy’s professional musical career began when he started working in Jamaica’s tourist industry, playing in most of the north-coast hotels for nearly eight years. During that time, Benjy applied and received a scholarship to Berklee School of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. Faith, in its divinity, wouldn’t have it that way. He, however, went on to develop skills in bass playing, arranging, songwriting, and music production; and his career as a musician is credited to his vast knowledge about music.

This musician has command of at least seven instruments, with his first love being the Bass. This he owes to diligent studies and an innate love for music. According to Benjy,

“When a musician is formally trained, it allows him or her to appreciate the origin and growth of music. It gives you deeper perspective about your craft.”

As a producer, he got his first big break in 1986 when he arranged and produced a remake of Brooke Benton's classic, “So Many Ways”, performed by Dennis Malcolm, which went to the number one position in Jamaica, England, and New York. With hopes of touring as a bassist, Benjy became a member of the Rhythm Kings Band, touring with several artistes including: Jimmy Cliff, Culture, Toots and the Maytals, Shinehead, and J.C. Lodge. His other credits include appearing as a bassist for the chorale, Sounds of Blackness and also Jimmy Cliff.

During this period, he realized his other dreams: singing, writing, and arranging music. The nineties afforded him the opportunity to produce, write, arrange, and collaborate with top Reggae/Latin/Pop/Gospel/Folk/Urban recording artistes such as: Third World, Garnet Silk, Ken Boothe, Joan Myers, Joanna-Marie, Pam Hall, Michael St. George, Bankie Banx, Freddie McGregor, and Jazz Pianist Onajae Allan Gumbs. Myaz has written and co-produced several projects with ace producer, Bobby Digital, including tracks on Sizzla’s album, “The Real Thing” and Capleton’s “Reign of Fire”, among others. He has also produced several musical projects for Fyah Wyah.

As a solo act, he performed alongside international artistes: Jeffrey Osbourne, James Ingram, Gladys Knight, Angie Stone, Kevon Edmonds, Bankie Banx and Peabo Bryson at the Buzz Production’s “To Mom With Love” concert series held in Jamaica. He performed at “World Food Day” (Nov. 2000) at James Bond Beach, Ocho Rios; “Reggae Sumfest” (Jamaica’s premier music festival); and the “Jamaica Jazz Festival”. In 2010, Benjy delivered memorable performances at the annual “Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival” – both in Kingston and at the Greenfield Stadium in Trelawny.

Intimate Relationship (The debut album/Cd released 1997)

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Benjy says one highlight of his career, was performing his first single, a cover of “Love You Higher” at the Prime Minister's Ball in 2000, alongside international recording artiste Randy Crawford (who had originally recorded the song) to her surprise and delight. Prior to that memorable performance, having released the cover in 1995, it had been receiving massive airplay and has become a classic in the annals of Reggae music.

On the international scene, Benjy toured Japan following the launch of his album “Time Together” to promote its release. He also performed at “Midem ‘97” (France); and Anguilla's annual “Moonsplash”, held in March 2007, where he appeared as bassist and musical director for Bankie Banx, and has been since 1997; taking a break in 2008 and 2009; and returning in 2010 for a special 20^th Anniversary concert of which was a recipient of a Long Service Award . In 1999, he received a Nomination Medal & Certificate from the Grammy Committee for being a part of Toots and the Maytals Grammy-nominated album.

To date, Benjy has released four albums. His debut album, “Intimate Relationship” was released in the U.S. in 1997. “Time Together” was released in Jamaica and Japan in 1998; and the U.S. in 2000 (VP Records). His own label, My’ Werks Music, released “Long Story Short”, the third vocal album, in November 2005.

Prior to completing “Long Story Short”, Benjy produced an instrumental album titled, “You’ve Got Me”…the first of its kind ever produced in Jamaica - featuring the sound of the Bass as the lead instrument up front. “You’ve Got Me” – also on his My’ Werks Music label – was officially released, in Jamaica, in October 2009.

Music lovers are going to love experiencing this side of Benjy Myaz. In order to accomplish the variations, he utilized his knowledge of other instruments to transform the bass’s melodies. He states,

“The Bass was always an accompanying rather than a lead instrument and the concept was to create melodies and not make them sound repetitious or monotonous.”

This instrumental album he says, “was strongly inspired by fusion musicians like: Herbie Hancock, George Duke and, in particular, bass players Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller and Jaco Pastorius.” It has international appeal, but does not leave out the ‘Reggae feel’, which, Benjy says

“…brings back the album to its grass roots."

The Review for You-ve Got Me by BM-narrated by Patrick LaFayette

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Benjy continues to tour and perform in Jamaica and on the international scene, always creating new music and recording new sounds. According to Benjy,

“I am about chasing creativity, not the competition."

~Benjy Myaz~

Who is Benjy Myaz

2010-07-30T01:22:00.000-07:00

Benjy Myaz

Bassist Extraorinaire Cliff - Toots - Sound of Blackness

Singer recording & performing artiste
songwriter musician producer:

Sizzla - Capleton - Third World - also three self produced and one instrumental album

Benjy commands of at least seven instruments received scholarship to

Berklee school of Music in Bosten, Massachusetts first break:

arranged and produced a remake of Brooke Benton´s classic "So Many Ways" performed by

Dennis Malcom, which went to the number one position in Jamaica, England and New York.

touring as a bassist: musical director, Benjy became a member of the Rythm Kings Band, touring with several artistes inclauding Jimmy Cliff, Culture, Toots and the Maytals and also singing, writing and arranging music for his own projects and others. His other credits include appearing as a bassist for the world renown chorale, sounds of blackness. The nineties afforded him the opportunity to produce

several projects with ace producer, Bobby digital, including tracks on Sizzla´s album, "The Real Thing"

and Capleton´s Reign of Fire among others, write, arrange and collaborate with top Reggae/Pop/Gospel/Folk/Urban recording artists such as Third World, and Jazz Pianist Onajae Allen Gumbs.

As a solo act, he performed alongside international artists Glady Knight, Angie Stone, and jazz greats Roy Ayers and George Duke.

Benjy has become one of Jamaica´s prmier and most requested acts, performing at elite events such as

the Prime Minister´s Y2K Ball, Internationally, Benjy tours Japan and is quickly becoming a breakthrough artist in the US music scene.

Benjy has been a featured performer at Midem, the prmier international music conference in Cannes

France; and appeared as the musical director and bassist for the Anguilla´s annual distinguished event Moonsplash,

Benjy also received a nomination Medal & Certificate from the Grammy Committee for being a part of Toots and the Maytals Grammy-nominated album.

To date, Benjy has released three albums. His 1997 Debut Album I"ntimate Relationship" with the hit single "Love you higher" continues to receive massive airplay and has became a classic in the annals of reggae

music. The hit single "Time" one of the top reggae singles worldwide from his second album "Time Together" (VP Records) was and later re-released on VPs classic compilation Stricly The Best Vol.24.

On his own, My´Werks Music imprint Benjy released the critically acclaimed "Long Story Short" Benjy recent release is a self-produced instrumental album entitled "You´ve Got Me" featuring his Bass as the lead instrument.

Benjy has teamed up with his US Los Angeles based management comany monarchy to address social issues under the operation GoodWays banner. This project includes raising awareness of autism .

Benjy also shares his artistic talents as his contribution to Jamaican World Food Day

and raising the consciousness for Caribbean Diaspora unity with an initial penetration in the caribbean and african diaspora parnerships and alliances being borged across the world.

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