Toronto-based reggae-fusion artist Ammoye recently received a JUNO Award nomination for Reggae Recording of The Year for her incredible song, ‘Stir This Thing’.
SWOMP’s Dana Haggith had the opportunity to interview Ammoye. Listen, below:
Produced by Donesome Records, “Stir This Thing” is a reggae dancehall tune that features a collaboration between Ammoye and reggae vocalist Turbulence.
The track captures the essence of revitalizing a stagnant relationship.
“I am super stoked, honoured, thrilled and excited to be nominated for my now seventh JUNO Award! This feeling just never gets old and it still feels surreal, gratifying and satisfying to be acknowledged for our hard work by our Canadian Grammys, the highest accolade you can achieve for music in Canada,” said Ammoye.
“I’m looking forward to all the festivities and the opportunity to rub shoulders and connect with all the artists and industry folks attending. It’s always a fun experience at the JUNO and I can’t wait for all of it!”
Seven-time JUNO Award-nominee Ammoye presents an innovative and unique reggae sound that blends elements of old-school rocksteady, dancehall, soul, and R&B.
With an infectious voice and messages of empowerment, Jamaican-born Ammoye is a lightworker and self-declared soul rebel.
Ammoye’s sophomore album, Water (2021), earned her a 2023 JUNO Award nomination for “Reggae Recording Of The Year” and was considered for a Grammy Award.
Later this year, she plans to release her forthcoming album The Shift, which will delve deeper into themes of realignment and harmony amidst the transformational phases of our lives.
Additionally, she has had the privilege of performing around the world, including shows at COMA Fest Brazil, Mundial Montreal, Rideau Festival Quebec, Mariposa Folk Festival, Northern Lights Festival Boréal, Bout de Monde Festival and AFROFEST Africa.
For more information on Ammoye, visit www.ammoye.com.