Artist description Born Carlton Grant "Spragga Benz" navigated his way through the realities of inner city life in Dunkirk a section Kingston, Jamaica. Undeterred, he pursued a career in the reggae music industry, establishing himself amongst the Dancehall Elite.

Music Style Reggae/Dancehall/Hip Hop

Musical Influences Bob Marley, Buju Banton, Shabba Ranks,

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Artist History SPRAGGA BENZ BIO Born Carlton Grant in Dunkirk one of the toughest area in Kingston, Jamaica, Spragga Benz began deejaying (the Jamaican equivalent of rapping) nine years ago as a dare from Buju Banton. At the time, Carlton (who's slender build earned him the nickname "Spaghetti", later shortened to Spragga.Since his modest entry into Jamaica's dancehall fraternity, Spragga has become one of reggae's most in demand deejay. His first single (officially) "Could A Deal" was an instant hit in Jamaica, but it was his second single, the X-rated "Jack It Up" which established Spragga as a bonafide dancehall sensation. More hits followed including "Girls Hooray", "Things A Gwaan" and "Jump Up and Swear" for the dancehall queens, with "Mark Death", "Who's Next" and "No Fun Thing" for the rude boys, all included on Spragga's 1994’ debut album "Jack It Up" (VP Records). Spragga made even greater strides with his signing to Capital Records in August 1994’. Spragga's 1995’ debut album for Capital Records, "Uncommonly Smooth" featured more international chart topping songs including "A-1 Lover", a duet with Chevelle Franklyn, and a remake of "Spanish Harlem" featuring the song's original vocalist, R&B legend Ben E. King. Since then, Spragga has contributed several songs to the soundtracks for the films "Free Willy 2" and "Race The Sun" starring Halle Berry. Spragga's has collaborated with R&B trio Brownstone, KRS-ONE, pop group Charles & Eddie and renown producer Wyclef Jean on a remix for the track "All the Girlies". He's worked with the MCA Records upcoming artist Ruffa on the single "I Know A Place". Spragga along with Beenie Man is featured on the album "Two Bad DJ's" (VP Records). Spragga appearances are constantly requested at all major Reggae festivals and concerts both in Jamaica and Internationally. He's constantly touring throughout the Caribbean, America, and Europe. As it's title suggests, Spragga's third album release in 2000’ is a smoking collection, "Fully Loaded" with 21 lethal Reggae shots, utilizing the varied talents of dancehall's finest producers including Dave Kelly, Andre "Rookie" Tyrel, John John, Danny Browne, Richard Browne, Bobby Digital and Richard "Richie D" Martin. Even international house producer Todd Terry lends his expertise. Spragga is also featured on Foxy Brown hit single and video "Oh Yeah" from "Broken Silence"/Def Jam With his 2001”release of his fourth album “Thug Nature” on his own label, Red Square / Benzspeculous Music. The album boasts bonafide hits such as "Warriors Cause" feat. Elephant Man, "Analogy" & "Gi Wi Dem" feat. Red Square Crew. Also new anthems for the ladies such as "Spin Yu Roll", "African Move", and "Di Rooster". For the rudeboys killer tunes like "Dem Lik Dem Head", "Gunz Up", "Coochie Daddy" and many more. Spragga’s target rhymes and precision timing position him comfortably in the driver’s seat, ensuring a continuous ride in the accelerated lane headed towards musical success. Spragga Benz has also appeared in the hip-hop independent film “Brooklyn Babylon” doing a cameo in 2000’, Spragga will make another appearance in his second film debut, in starring role, film titled “Shotta”, a Jamaican independent movie to be release in 2001-2002’. Spragga is always thinking of new and creative idea’s, to further his entertainment career, while maintaining a major presents on the forefront of Jamaican Reggae and Dancehall music scene and still pleasing his R/B and Hip Hop fans and his other diverse International fan base. Also the upcoming 2002” R/B and Hip Hop release of his fifth album “Cruise Control” featuring "Star-remiX" / Red Square Productions in partnership with Centron Sound label. "My work is the force of the Father," Spragga conveys, "and I know the credit has to go to Him, because entertaining wasn't something I was planning on doing. So no matter how big I become in the music fraternity, I won't be floating above the clouds, my purpose in life right now is to share with every music fan and listener all over the world this precious gift God gave me, the ability to entertain and make feel people happy and empowered by my music. ~THE BENZ IN THE BIZ, KEEPS GETTING BETTER~

Group Members Red Square Crew Spragga Benz - (The Krazy-M-Uther-F-Ucker) Assassin - (who leaves the girls panting) Sugar Slick - (The Girls dem ice pick) Bad Greg Hines -(The girls dem Valentines) Natty Chris - (The girls sex therapist) Briggy (Brigadier)- (The girls teddy bear) Limozine - (Weh just drive in)

Instruments Vocals

Albums Jack It Up, Uncommonly Smooth, Two Bad DJ's, Fully Loaded, Thug Nature

Press Reviews Spragga Benz "Thug Nature" Undiluted Dancehall From Jamaica Dancehall reggae's most consistent deejay is back with his most anticipated album ever. Fresh off of his "Fully Loaded" album tour and filming of the video "Oh Yeah" with Def Jam's first lady Foxy Brown, as well as his big screen debut in "Shottas" the movie produced by Access Pictures (which also features Kymani Marley,Wyclef Jean, Paul Campbell, and "OX" from Belly ), Spragga Benz is back with another dancehall classic. The album features the combined talents of some of dancehall's most notable artistes and producers such as Rookie, John John & Elephant Man as well as the most promising newcomers such as Snow Cone, Mentally Disturbed, Chris "CJ" Jammys & Baby G (The new Jammys killer producers), the always on target Assassin, Twice, and the sweet soothing vocals of Sugar Slick. The album boasts bonafide hits such as "Warriors Cause" feat. Elephant Man, "Analogy" & "Gi Wi Dem" feat. Red Square Crew. Also new anthems for the ladies such as "Spin Yu Roll", "African Move", and "Di Rooster". For the rudeboys killer tunes like "Dem Lik Dem Head", "Gunz Up", "Coochie Daddy" and many more. "Thug Nature", following in the footsteps of "Jack It Up", is by far the most hardcore representation of authentic dancehall music in the new millenium. It is sure to open doors for all upcoming, as well as other established veteran practitioners, of this vibrant artform. Bringing the trendsetting vibe of a dancehall renaissance while maintaining the raw and unfiltered vibes of street dances and back home clubs that popularized this music the world over. For all reggae fanatics this album is going to be a necessity to every collection. For first time fans "Thug Nature" is a perfect compliment to any hip hop collection based lyrical prowess and infectious beats. As for the rest of the world who just loves music that you can dance to "Thug Nature" delivers that added pep in your step as only Spragga Benz can. Keep your eyes and ears open for more information and enjoy the following in the mean time. Maximum Benzpseculous from all of us here at www.spraggabenz.com where everybody welcome and vibes cyan done! Foxy Brown's "OH YEAH" feat. Spragga Benz "SHOTTAS" the movie from Access Pictures LLC. "THUG NATURE" the album November 13th 2001 2001 & Beyond: The Benz in the biz just keeps getting better!!

Additional Info Upcomimg 2002' R/B & Hip Hop release

Location Kingston, Jamaica - Jamaica

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