Artist description Irish/African-influenced, eclectic-funk-rap-hip-hop,Folk,rock mixed with 70's, 80's, 90's and 21st Century RhYtHms, Songs & Vocalizations!!

Music Style world, electronic, funk, rock, folk, urban, eclectic, rap

Musical Influences Sly, Cameo, Parliament, NeilYoung, Joan Jett, Bob Dylan

Similar Artists Sly, Cameo, Parliament,JoanBaez,TracyChapMan

Artist History Soulcandy Productions, was founded in August 2001, by Mitchka and Jon-E-Shakka... We provide quality, innovative Entertainment (DANCE CLASSES*CHOREOGRAPHY*ORIGINAL MUSIC*SHOWS)..."with a conscience".

Group Members mitchka, jon-e-shakka

Instruments bass, keys, electric & acoustic guitar, congo's, drum machines

Albums Jon-E-Shakka's Show Tunes

Press Reviews *(jan. 2002) "...Congratulations! Your song, Goodman/Goodwoman, has made it into the Top 10 songs on mPulse.com. We'd like to pass along an award recognizing your high profile on mPulse.com." (Martin Reidy, President/CEO-mPulse.com) *(jan. 2002) "Dear THE JON-E-SHAKKA-PROJECT, Congratulations! Your song, UnderGroundMusic, has made it into the Top 10 songs on mPulse.com. We'd like to pass along an award recognizing your high profile on mPulse.com." (Martin Reidy, President/CEO-mPulse.com) *(feb. 2001) "Woh! Get back to the Seventies with this energetic disco extravaganza! Jon-E-Shakka is definitely THE funkmaster as he demonstrates his songwriting skills by coming up with a unique disco experience that blends a fusion of funk, disco and a splash of hip hop! A totally fresh new sound that you will NEVER be able to stand still to. Hit that play button and get your fix of Shakka." MP3 UNSIGNED ARTISTS.COM *(feb. 2001) "The highest and best use of exotic technology! This week we begin with masterful renderings from Lucy Mongrel, Downweller, Greenland, Miss Fortune, Dickie Moe and 11 Big. Next we hear from The Moonbabies, Sutrobath, The Bangelore Torpedoes and Lord Litter, before exploring the altered states of Nebulae, Blush66, The Jone-Shakka Project and Machineboy. Finally, we go one step beyond with (stereofect)). indieport.com Â- helping the world recover from lame Superbowl halftime shows, even weeks after the fact." www.indieport.com *(jan. 2001) "Hi..... great music you have,,,, I like the psychedelic music a lot....good job...". Manuel www.mp3.com/manuelguzmn *(dec. 2000) "...dude, you ROCK! is it OK if we play some more of your tunes in the future? Thanks for the fantastic music! " (JBV.jr. indieport.com) *(dec. 2000) African influence Hip Hop mix with many Varieties... "I visited your mp3.com section and liked what I heard, you have a very interesting mix of influences. Kinda' funny 'cause I'm not a big fan of Rap or Hip Hop, but your music is a refreshing change from the typical Rap/Hip Hop that I'm use to hearing. I placed a link to your mp3.com pages from my "Indie Artists Section". If you would like to have a feature section on HomeGrownMp3, I would be happy to feature you, but It would have to be after Christmas." Paul@Homegrownmp3.com *(june 2000) "A self-taught musician and dancer out of Canada who plays in a style you've never heard before. This native of the Ashanti,Tribe in Ghana, West Africa has entertained audiences with some of the biggest names to come out of Canada, like the Bare Naked Ladies and Celine Dion." audioGalaxy.com *(may 2000) "Jon-E-Shakka delivers a unique blend of funky groove-style rap with his new album: 'U Reap What U Sow', combining rap with words of wisdom to deliver his worthy messages. Check him out...he's very good!" Kirk Meade, Australian radio *(may 2000) "...6 great tracks, one after the other...from this great new rapper...Jon-E-Shakka! Check him out and I'm sure you will agree. This guy is very good indeed! From the staff at AMC!" advantagemusic.com.au *(may 2000) " 'Love 1 Way' has just made the TOP 10 on UKSounds.com! Congratulations again, please continue making great music and don't forget to send us any new material. Best Wishes, Sue. Congratulations on your charts position!" www.uksounds.com *(april 2000) "Canadian Band produces bizzare, futuristic Funk/Dance/Rap. Bootsie-ish bass attacks, heavy beats and rocking guitars, set the pace for breathy female vocals and foreign sounding raps about LOVE!" www.listen.com *(mar. 2000) "Making it to the top of our charts has become prestigious! (drumroll): Your song 'UMMM..AHHH2000'inst.gvocalsTV&AC is this week's No.3 on our hip hop and r&b charts, congratulations! So enjoy the good news, spread the word SoundClick - The Best Free Music Community." www.soundclick.com *(jan. 2000) "GetReady for the Funk. Great party music similar to George Clinton.Very Cool-rate-A***" somuchtosay.com *(dec. 1999) "Cooltracks, you should get them, in the UNDERGROUND section." POT-C:rapmusic.com

Additional Info DANCE CLASSES* CHOREOGRAPHY*MUSIC*SHOWS

Location Ottawa, Ontario - Canada

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