His 2014 release, was intriguing as it was innovative, titled “Dread & Terrible.” It topped the US Billboard and iTunes reggae charts instantly. One of the tracks, “Here Comes Trouble,” caught the ear of late night host Jimmy Fallon and he booked Chronixx and the Zincfence Redemption Band to perform on his show.

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The Roots

Fronting a musical revolution to reintroduce youth to roots and culture, Chronixx is igniting a new passion through the reggae generation. Born Jamar Rolando McNaughton, Chronixx was exposed to dancehall and reggae from a young age. Growing up his father, famous dancehall artist Chronicle, helped him hone his talents.

Chronixx, who was once known as Lil’ Chronicle after his father, grew up singing and writing music as early as five years old he recalls. He began his career in his mid-teen years in background and harmonizing vocals, as well as a production assistant for several artists. In his early twenties, the artist released “Hooked on Chronixx.” This EP helped him get his music out there with his penchant for lyrics promoting anti-war themes, romance, and resiliency in times of oppression.

His 2014 release, was intriguing as it was innovative, titled “Dread & Terrible.” It topped the US Billboard and iTunes reggae charts instantly. One of the tracks, “Here Comes Trouble,” caught the ear of late night host Jimmy Fallon and he booked Chronixx and the Zincfence Redemption Band to perform on his show. This was BIG for the aspiring group. Followed by another career building performance in New York’s Central Park in front of thousands including Rolling Stones frontman, Mick Jagger.

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Since then, he has released several singles and been featured with other artists, such as Major Lazer, Joey Badass, and more. In his long-awaited 2016 release, “Roots & Chalice,” Chronixx collaborated with Brooklyn’s Federation Sound and they did not disappoint.

His 2017 album Chronology received a Grammy Award nomination, with hits like “Majesty”, “Likes”, “I Can” and “Skankin’ Sweet”

The Musical Influence

Chronixx grew up around legendary Jamaican musicians the likes of Gregory Isaacs and Burro Banton, but it was his father’s guidance that led the way in creating his own music and forging his own sound.

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The Sound

The video for “Majesty,” was shot in Jamaica and created the perfect backdrop for the song’s message. He samples a bit of Otis Gayle’s “I’ll Be Around” and creates a masterful blend of old-school roots with new age reggae.

Chronnix’s love of music is evident and his work shows his passion:

Listen to his powerful message in “I Can”:

“Oh every morning, Oh every morning
I rise, I stare at the sun
I know it is a blessing
So when the evening comes I
Lift up my eyes to the hills I’m blessed, oh man
With my two hands in the air as far as I can
As far as I can
I can, yeah
My two hands in the air as far as I can”

Look out for more from Chronixx as the artist continues to develop into one of reggae music’s true global stars.

The Music

Check out “I Can” and other tracks on iTunes and Amazon.

The Road

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