Niomi McLean-Daley, aka Ms. Dynamite, was born in North London in 1981. She grew up in London listening to hip hop, reggae and soul. "I've always listened to a lot of reggae, a lot of roots and hip-hop," she says, “and that's obviously music where there's a lot of conscious artists with a lot to say and I think they've definitely rubbed off on me.”
Although she once dreamed of becoming a primary school teacher, her passion for music was much stronger.
Ms. Dynamite's distinctive style can be accredited to the various music genres that have helped to influence her over the past several years. Although most recently she has been classified as an R&B artist, her style is influenced by many other types of music including reggae, garage, hip-hop, dancehall, jazz, and dub.
Revered by critics and fans for her powerful voice and unpredictable lyrics Ms. Dynamite began her career in music a pirate radio station. This job led to her meeting Richard Forbes (aka Sticky) who worked on her debut single, ‘Booo!’ in 2001.
The popularity and success of "Booo!",( which entered the music charts at No.12 in May 2001), helped make a name for Ms. Dynamite in the UK underground scene. This was the beginning of an astonishing year for Ms. Dynamite. She supported US rapper Eminem on his London gigs perform before Destiny's Child at Party, and presented Channel 4’s urban music program Flava.
Ms Dynamite released her debut album, A Little Deeper, produced by Punch, Salaam Remi, Tony Kelly, and Dave Kelly in 2002. This album featured the hits singles ‘Dy-Na-Mi-Tee’ and ‘It Takes More’.
That September Ms. Dynamite became the first black female artist to achieve a Mercury Music Prize, beating favorites the Streets, the Coral, and music legend David Bowie. An outstanding three MOBO (Music of Black Origin) awards and two Brit award followed.
Ms. Dynamite took short bit of time to raise her son Shavaar.
Ms Dynamite is inspired by ‘60s and ‘70s music, but also enjoys work by Anthony Hamilton and John Legend.
Ms Dynamite has recorded in New York, London, Sweden and LA with new producers: ‘My favorite places to work have been London, as it’s home, and LA. It’s was my first time working in LA and I really enjoyed it.
She is quoted as saying “If I’m writing with other people, I much prefer to write in their studio and I find it easier to concentrate. It’s nice to get out of your own environment for a while – it can be more inspiring. I do have a small studio of my own, though.”
A taster track entitled ‘Judgment Day’ was aired on Radio 1 in January, but Ms Dynamite is already vibing about the first proper release.
Although she once dreamed of becoming a primary school teacher, her passion for music was much stronger.
Ms. Dynamite's distinctive style can be accredited to the various music genres that have helped to influence her over the past several years. Although most recently she has been classified as an R&B artist, her style is influenced by many other types of music including reggae, garage, hip-hop, dancehall, jazz, and dub.
Revered by critics and fans for her powerful voice and unpredictable lyrics Ms. Dynamite began her career in music a pirate radio station. This job led to her meeting Richard Forbes (aka Sticky) who worked on her debut single, ‘Booo!’ in 2001.
The popularity and success of "Booo!",( which entered the music charts at No.12 in May 2001), helped make a name for Ms. Dynamite in the UK underground scene. This was the beginning of an astonishing year for Ms. Dynamite. She supported US rapper Eminem on his London gigs perform before Destiny's Child at Party, and presented Channel 4’s urban music program Flava.
Ms Dynamite released her debut album, A Little Deeper, produced by Punch, Salaam Remi, Tony Kelly, and Dave Kelly in 2002. This album featured the hits singles ‘Dy-Na-Mi-Tee’ and ‘It Takes More’.
That September Ms. Dynamite became the first black female artist to achieve a Mercury Music Prize, beating favorites the Streets, the Coral, and music legend David Bowie. An outstanding three MOBO (Music of Black Origin) awards and two Brit award followed.
Ms. Dynamite took short bit of time to raise her son Shavaar.
Ms Dynamite is inspired by ‘60s and ‘70s music, but also enjoys work by Anthony Hamilton and John Legend.
Ms Dynamite has recorded in New York, London, Sweden and LA with new producers: ‘My favorite places to work have been London, as it’s home, and LA. It’s was my first time working in LA and I really enjoyed it.
She is quoted as saying “If I’m writing with other people, I much prefer to write in their studio and I find it easier to concentrate. It’s nice to get out of your own environment for a while – it can be more inspiring. I do have a small studio of my own, though.”
A taster track entitled ‘Judgment Day’ was aired on Radio 1 in January, but Ms Dynamite is already vibing about the first proper release.
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