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Deno Crazy, a vibrant entertainer known for his comedic flair, is stepping into a new spotlight as the host of Magnum Tonic Wine Weh Yuh Know Bout Dancehall, produced by Jussbuss TV. From his early days as a social media comedian to making memorable appearances in music videos, Deno Crazy has always found ways to get persons laughing. Now, Deno Crazy is eager to showcase another side of himself – highlighting his deep-rooted connection to dancehall culture. His journey into music – with tracks like Polo fi Days, and Thunda, along with his foray into event promotion – has not only expanded his reach but also given him a clearer picture for the future of his career. As the 27-year-old entertainer prepares for what he calls his “big national TV début” on February 21, when the Weh Yuh Know Bout Dancehall series premières on Television Jamaica, Deno Crazy talks about his journey, love for dancehall, and how the project aligns with his passion for creating meaningful, culture-driven content.
1. What makes you the right host for ‘Weh Yuh Know Bout Dancehall’?
I’m different ... simple. I’m part of the dancehall industry and culture. We, as content creators, play a major role from back then until now. I’ve been featured in vlogs and as the character Chris Young in Govana’s Hamants Convo music video series, and did productions for other artistes. I would say mi help buss a few artistes too. Weh Yuh Know Bout Dancehall isn’t just about hosting for me, it’s representing for the culture I’ve been connected to. We been ah try from high school days and now we’re here.
2. You mentioned high school … did you enjoy your high school years and is there any teacher that had a major impact on you?
I did. I was that type of person at school who people wanted to be around and it wasn’t a matter of being a class clown or nothing like that. People gravitated to me and kept encouraging me to pursue what I wanted to. Ewarton High build me and is part of what me become. People woulda surprise fi learn say I wasn’t the talking type in school; but learn, you have to speak up to get what you want and have confidence. Yeah, that is it. Ewarton build my confidence. All my teachers – from Miss King to all staff. From then I also learn seh fame has nothing to do with it either but whatever I do is about growth, to be better in my craft and to help my family and surrounding.
3. What should persons expect from Deno Crazy on television?
You’re going to see my comedic side – among other sides. Mi ah hol’ ah energy wid people but at the same time mi ah educate the people. I’ve realised a lot of Jamaicans don’t know about the history of dancehall and what it means to our culture, so with Jussbuss and Magnum we’re making sure they get involved, and learn while having fun.
4. Share with us one international and one local actor you look up to and would like to work with?
Internationally, American stand-up comedian and actor Katt Williams. I like his unique style and the way him medz – his vibe is just different. His career journey is admirable. Locally, I look up to legends like Oliver Samuels and others from that generation who paved the way. They are icons in Jamaican entertainment and I look up to them.
5. What’s happening with your music career currently?
We out here! Studio night and day! Me and my team are working on a mixtape, Crazy For Sure, dropping on my birthday this year and another project called Chappa Series coming soon – it’s a mix of culture and just straight vibes. Songs like Polo fi Days and Thunda showed persons say me nuh inna one box – we outside! Is ah different road, this music thing, and we learn that when you forward on that road there is a lot you have to overcome. Big up all artiste me grow roun’ and my cousins, who are musicians and producers, Jahvy and Week.Day (who hail from St Catherine like Deno Crazy).
BRAWTA: It’s the start of Magnum Dancehall Week, why should people support the activities and the culture in general?
Dancehall is important. I am a musician also, and I believe the music helps build Jamaica and the culture brings people together. Look how much people gather ah di likkle party dem and over di years dem grow. A street dance can unite communities weh nuh get along. Is jus’ di culture ... it’s who we are. Jus’ support it.
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