Jair Dynast
V.I.A.L.E.N.C.E.
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An eclectic mix of all hip-hop sub-genres with a heavy Caribbean influence in music and delivery.
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V.I.A.L.E.N.C.E. is chosen as one of the Top Ten Records of the Year by Adam Bernard for RapReviews Year in Review amongst records from Gnarls Barkley, Pharrell Williams, Lady Sovereign & more… (RapReviews.com)
“Jair Dynast is well on his way to becoming one of hip-hop’s most prolific artists. The album is definitely worth checking out for any true hip-hop fan”. (UrbanConnectionz.com)
"This ain't ya average album. This is an amazing debut album. He raps tight and has bars for days, and the whole ten-panel artwork gatefold CD packaging certainly made it stick out next to all those CDR's we get to review! Big up Jair the one whom God has enlightened”.
(Rago U.K.’s #1 Hip-Hop Online Magazine.)
Jair Dynast Video "Converse": Unplanned Pregnancy!
"CONVERSE" starts out with a young man approaching an attractive young lady with the intention of finding out if she's got "wife potential". However, being two young people attraction takes control of the situation and 96-hours later our subjects are now contemplating how to proceed with the rest of their lives. The option of aborting the child is raised but they decide against that and are grappling with the fact that they hardly know each other but are now tied together for life.
What would you do if you found out you were pregnant and might have to be raising a child with someone you barely know? Blog your comments at www.myspace.com/jairdynast and you can listen and watch this video here: http://www.jairdynast.com/videos.html?CDBaby
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Immersed in the culture of Hip Hop since early childhood, Jair Dynast (pronounced Jah-air Die-nast), "One whom God Enlightened, Ruler of a Dynasty", never knew he had found his life's passion. After being forced to give up his athletic scholarship at South Plains College in Texas due to an unforeseen heart condition, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, fate guided the standout point guard into the depths of politically driven street scripture.
Already on the way to becoming critically acclaimed, his forthcoming solo debut album, V.I.A.L.E.N.C.E. showcases the prolific street poet’s penchant for exploring "real life issues" with raw uncut passion through thought-provoking metaphors and similes. Throughout the album, Jair delves into social commentary with emotionally driven narratives befitting the early days of our culture, overshadowed only by his epic hard hitting beats. He combines an inner city upbringing with his Caribbean heritage and category-defying production.
Building on the success of his debut single “Snake Eyes”, which peaked at #4 on the underground Top 30 radio charts, Jair was given an opportunity to introduce "Vicious" and "Pull Up" from his soon to be released album at CMJ25 Music Marathon Showcase. Performing in September 2005 at the Bowery Poetry Club in Manhattan, to a sizeable crowd, he was very well received.
V.I.A.L.E.N.C.E. is an acronym that stands for Vicious Ignorance Amounts to Little Except Negative Consequences N’ Expression. The set up joints for the album, V.I.A.L.E.N.C.E., "Vicious" w/b "Pull Up" debuted at #19 on RapNetwork's Record Breakers and #25 on RapAttackLives Top 30 charts. On September 4, 2006, “Vicious” made a huge leap from #21 to #9 on one of the charts and by September 18, 2006, the 12-inch, had climbed to #3 and #4 behind J Dilla and Masta Killa. On September 25, 2006, Jair clinched the #1 spot on RapAttackLives from other serious competitors such as: Butta Team (featuring Little Brother and Big Daddy Kane) produced by 9th Wonder, Talib Kweli and westcoast mainstay Pigeon John w/b side featuring Rhymesayers Brother Ali. Not only has the 12-inch made a strong impact in North America but also in places such France, Switzerland, U.K. and Japan. In addition, “Vicious” had a #2 showing nationally in the USA on MixRevolution Underground/Commercial Chart over records from Ludacris, Justin Timberlake, among others.
Well respected trendsetter in the U.K., UKHH.com said: “Jair Dynast is gonna be a huge MC on the underground” and about Vicious: ‘This two track single that has landed through my door has given me inspiration in believing that real Hip-Hop music is still alive’ and introduced Jair to its audience with these words: “If you like Chuck D, Immortal Technique and Paris, then here is an MC you need to get up on.” U.K. nationally distributed weekly magazine, One Week to Live reviewed “Vicious” and gave it 5 out 7. While U.K. Hip-Hop Basement Radio said: "Jair is gonna be a man to watch out for over these forthcoming years. Artists like this keep Hip-hop music alive." Jair was also reviewed in German by HipHop.ch in Switzerland. Another song, “Can’t Wait” from the album has also made an impact, becoming the theme song for a new 13-part T.V. mini-series, “Make Some Noise”, currently broadcasting nationally on the C.B.C. Television Network.
Jair Dynast has lived in quite a few places, namely Barbados, Toronto, Connecticut, Texas and now New York getting exposed to many cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Jair traveled the U.S.A. playing basketball for a nationally ranked Division I JUCO in Texas. When one listens to VIALENCE, it becomes apparent very quickly how these places have influenced his musical style creating for him a very unique mixture of sounds, rapping and producing.
In a recent interview, SoundSlam Magazine, asked Jair to talk about the "crab" mentality on "Vicious" and he had this to say: "Sadly, I have to say the verses on "Vicious" are motivated by true events from my turf. Basically, since slavery we have been a divided people, psychologically trained in the art of self-hate. Differently, we as human beings hate each other. We divide ourselves into these groups based on color and/or race, creed, financial status, etc. and proceed to persecute each other for not being a member of what's perceived as the "superior class.” I wanted to do a song that touched on all this but for me just to throw together a bunch of metaphors talking 'bout it wouldn't have the right impact."
One phrase best describes Jair Dynast as stated by Urban Connectionz Magazine, in its review: "Jair Dynast is well on his way to becoming one of hip-hop’s most prolific artists."
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Inspiration in believing that real Hip-Hop music is still alive
author: Dirty DenNow here is something different from the well-respected eMultimedia imprint. Jair is a relatively new artist who I haven’t come across before but will be definitely checking for again. This two track single that has landed through my door has given me inspiration in believing that real Hip-Hop music is still alive. ‘Vicious’ is a real original sounding atmospheric beat with Jair’s words of wisdom sitting well. The flipside track ‘Pull Up’ is my personal favourite with lyrics that remind me of a young Chuck D. ‘This ain’t a track I made for introspection’/’But I’m publishing knowledge like them Britannica collections/’Too many of us dying from unprotected erections’/’So we got bigger issues than George Bush winning elections’. With killer bars like that I am sure that Jair Dynast is gonna be one huge MC on the underground. Brilliant, diverse and above all it's all fresh!
The production style of Vialence is also pretty unique
author: Adam Bernard, RapReviews"The production style of Vialence is also pretty unique as it encompasses the influences of all of the places Dynast has called home, including Toronto, Barbados, Connecticut and Texas. Overall it's a fantastic launching pad for a talented artist".
Jair Dynast's pin-point flow, and cutting-edge lyrics
author: Ryan Maxwell"Jair Dynast's pin-point flow, and cutting-edge lyrics are shown throughout the album. From the very first track “Intro”, to the final track “My People”, Jair shows his ability to produce vivid imagery, mixed with a range of emotion and feeling within his voice".
is has to be one of the most solid debuts
author: Stu"This has to be one of the most solid debuts I have heard in a long time, pure hip hop, Jair Dyanst raps with a solid flow and distinctive voice which draws you in to each chapter of the book and makes you listen to what he has to say which is always a bonus if you want to hear past the music, solid lyricism and witty punch lines from time to time are further evidence as to how good this artist is and how far he can possibly go".