Empress J

Mount Rainier, MD

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Travels up to 120 miles

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Overview

Empress J is a Caribbean American soca artist representing her Bajan Heritage. She pays tribute to her Caribbean and African background through her music. Her first song debuted in Trinidad Carnival 2017 on the the airwaves and her summer touring schedule for Carnivals, Festivals and Fetes for 2017, both nationally and internationally were phenomenal!. Summer 2017 she released her AfroSoca single "Bumbalay", an afrobeat inspired song. Her 2018 contribution for the carnival season “Bumpa Technician” is a soca banger that will take over every road and fete for carnival! Empress J offers you the best unique and innovative fusions in soca music that is sure to please audiences worldwide


Reviews

1 review

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Toni M.

June 21, 2022
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Amazing performer

Empress J was an AMAZING performer. She interacted with me and my guest, she was extremely flexible with her time and gave me just want I wanted and desired for my party. Her original music is dope. If ur looking for someone to give u a Caribbean, soca, island vibe then Empress J is ur girl. I can’t say it enough Thank u Empress J for making my 1st birthday party one to ALWAYS remember and one that my friends and family can’t stop talking about. #OneLove

Hired as: Caribbean/Island Music

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: Patios

Gig length: 30 - 120 minutes

What to expect

Although primarily Empress J performs Caribbean/International music, she is very versatile and is available to perform R&B, Rock and soul covers as well.

About

Empress is a triple threat in the entertainment industry. She is a singer, dancer and actress/producer. Empress founded and is the CEO of Healing Out Loud Theatre Productions, Island Fete Fitness Dance Company and Empress J Music. She has tackled the music industry, as well as the poetry scene. Known on the underground music and spoken word scene for her powerful and evoking lyrics, she has acquired an expansive following in the DC Metro area. To her credit she has collaborated and made her songwriting debut on Ginuwine's "The Life" project with her sensual song "Role Play". She has her own band that creates a unique sound called “Crunk Rock” In addition to performing stage and film productions, Empress’ passion to keep her Caribbean heritage alive, she has created and branded two genres of dance that does just that. Belly-Dancehall and iSadcie are two dance and dance fitness brands that celebrates the diverse and rich culture of the Caribbean Diaspora.

Empress J is a budding Caribbean American soca artist representing her Bajan Heritage. She pays tribute to her Caribbean and African background through her music. Her song “Show Meh” debuted in Trinidad Carnival 2017 on the the airwaves and her summer touring schedule for Carnivals, Festivals and Fetes for 2017, both nationally and internationally were phenomenal! Recently she has had the opportunity to perform along side Barbados own Fadda Fox, Peter Ram and General D, Destra, African artist Ketchup, Patrice Roberts and St. Lucian rising Superstar, Motto. Summer 2017 she released her AfroSoca single "Bumbalay", an afrobeat inspired song. Her 2018 contribution for the carnival season “Bumpa Technician” is a soca banger that will take over every road and fete for carnival! Empress J offers you the best unique and innovative fusions in soca music that is sure to please audiences worldwide.

Additional booking notes

Provided at booking.

Past booked events

June 2022

17

Friday

Birthday Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Warner Robins, GA

Set list

Provided at booking.

Influences and inspiration

Many in various genres including gospel, rock, r&b and country.

Setup requirements

PA/Sound System

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