Artist description Lennox Rattray, (aka Dutty Strangla), was born in Kingston Jamaica on February 27, 1976. Lennox is of Jamaican parentage and is the eldest of 4 siblings for Mr. and Mrs. Lennox Rattry. Lennox spent the first 10 years in Jamaica where he received his early childhood education. Growing up in Jamaica Lennox recalls his love for the sun drenched white sand beaches and also for the authentic Jamaican cuisine of “Ackee and salt fish” and the world renowned Jamaican Jerk Chicken. Lennox, his three sisters, and his parents migrated to the United States on May 12, 1986 in search of opportunities that would enable them to enjoy a better way of life. While living in Bronx, New York City, he furthered his education by attending school Number Nine simultaneously trying to adjust to the fast paced life of a big city. His excitement, love and dream of a brighter future were interrupted on April 17, 1987 by the sudden death of his father. Lennox and his family decided to escape from the fast paced life of the boroughs of New York for Rochester in upstate New York that would enable them the time and opportunity to heal there wound and to continue their quest for a brighter and better future. Lennox attended East High School in Rochester, New York in his quest to fulfill his American dream. While attending East High school he realized at the age of sixteen that he possessed a special talent of singing and “DJing”. Lennox found himself surrounded by many students who realized his unique ability as a singer by congregating in the hallways during break time to listen and enjoy his melodious Jamaican lyrics. Lennox was dubbed the “Dutty Strangla” by his peers who gave him his newly found stage name derived from his ability to entertain and to “strangle” (hold tight) his audience with his self composed lyrics. Lennox graduated from East High School in May 1993 with his High School Diploma. Lennox currently works for a construction company in Rochester by still finds time to enjoy and to pursue his dream as an entertainer. His involvement and love for the music industry has landed Dutty Strangla on some of the best Reggae showcases in Rochester. On October 6, 2001 Lennox (Strangla) opened the showcase at the Water Street Music Hall by performing on stage one of his own songs for the renowned Jamaican artist Baby Sham. On October 13, 2001 Lennox performed live on stage where he opened the show for the number one disco in Jamaica, Stone Love Sounds. His impressive performance also landed him a spot on the infamous Jamaican “lover man” Sanchez show case in Buffalo, New York. Lennox Rattray (Dutty Stangla) continues to impress his audience and would like to advance his musical career. Lennox whose lyrics are influenced by current events has a recently composed a song that highlights the harsh reality of the WTC events of September 11th. His latest composition is entitled “Rest In Peace” as he tries to put this world disaster in the proper perspective. Lennox has pledged to donate sizeable portions of the sales profit to the Red Cross to aid the disaster fund. Dutty Strangla is a very dedicated and gifted individual with unique abilities to positively influence his audience. I am very confident that with his talent, love for music and strong work ethics, he will continue to hold tight (Strangle) his audience. Lennox love for music coupled with his desire to be an entertainer will prove to be an asset in realizing his dream.

Music Style Reggae, Dancehall, Hip Hop

Location Rochester, NY - USA

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