The East Kingston, Jamaica soulstress started 2009 with a bang by performing at three Barack Obama Inaugural Balls, performing at the World Special Olympics in Idaho, and is currently on tour supporting her first official release, The Introduction-Dubstyle EP.  After spending the last seven months touring the US, Australia and Europe with the likes of Sly & Robbie, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Slightly Stoopid and Pepper,  it’s clear that Anderson has been working hard and entertaining many fans with her infectious Dancehall Soul sound.

The Introduction-Dubstyle, available on iTunes, is a perfect combination of dancehall, soul and lover’s rock.  The nine track EP boasts outstanding production from Grammy Award winning producers Sly & Robbie, hit makers David Norland (Madonna, Janet Jackson), Christopher Birch, Gussie Clarke and legendary mixing engineer Errol Brown (Bob Marley, Ziggy Marley), among others.  The multi-faceted  Anderson plays triple duty on the project, performing, writing on all nine songs and co-producing several tracks.

Anderson’s vocals are remarkable from song to song.  Her powerful voice soars on anthems like “Shine On Jamaica” and the female anthem “Talk if Yuh Talking”.  With lyrics cutting particular hard on the inspiring  “Shine On Jamaica”, Anderson speaks to the realities of young black girls in the harsh inner city.

Her writing is thought provoking without being preachy.  The talent combines intellect with soulfulness, but never loses that feminine touch.  Her youth is exposed on the sassy “Tuff Enuff” where she flirts with the boys and at the same time empowers the sisters.
 
This reggaeton/dancehall flavored track picks up the tempo and will definitely make you move your feet, while chart-topping hits “Coming Over Tonight” and  “Kingston State of Mind” should find favor with the hardcore roots lovers.  Fans of the ‘King Tubbys’ dub-era will appreciate the extended drum and bass mixes on several cuts. The Introduction-Dubstyle is definitely an album for all ages.

Only a week after its online release,  The Introduction-Dubstyle is already receiving rave reviews.

As one of the most popular online retail sites for independent music, CDBABY.COM has selected Anderson’s EP as their Editor’s Pick and will honor her debut project as their featured Editor’s Pick on their website this Friday, February 20.