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| Group Members: Mr. Notch, Edley Shine
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| Biography: Fusing hip-hop and dancehall reggae, Born Jamericans earned a cult following with their pair of mid-'90s albums. The duo was comprised of Mr. Notch, who favored smooth vocals, and Edley Shine, who delivered rough ragga raps. Born Jamericans' debut album, Kids From Foreign, became a reggae hit upon its ...Read full biography |
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Released: 1994 Label: The Orchard Critics' Rating:  Although the duo occasionally falls prey to style over substance, Born Jamericans' debut, Kids from Foreign, is an impressive collection of street-oriented hip-hop and dancehall reggae, highlighted by ...Read full reviewReleased: 1997 Label: The Orchard Critics' Rating:  While most hip-hop/reggae hybrids feature endless streams of lyrics indistinguishable to those not familiar with the dialect, Born Jamericans slow up the beat and infuse the style with lover's rock. The ...Read full review
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