About Artist
Whandah taking the world by storm with her unique style called, Dainty Reggae.
Style, intelligence, creativity, humor, and charm are just a few qualities that describe this forthcoming artist. Add a splash of sex appeal along with a large measure of talent; you've just defined the magnetism of -Carleen Newsome, a.k.a "Whandah." Born in Manchester, , Whandah migrated to the at age 11. After residing in the for a short stint, she decided to return to her native to continue her education. As a youth growing up in , Whandah was exposed to a variety of music. Although gospel music appeared to have the most influence, as she attended church services with her family. At age 13 her interest in music amplified and she began singing in church choirs, church concerts, local events, and talent shows throughout the district. This exposure only fueled her desire to perfect her craft and experiment with different genres of music. To begin her quest, she returned to the to seek new heights in the game of music and her career.
As a young woman, Whandah was impressively ambitious. In the mid 80’s she began to sing-jay, in a male dominated arena, on sound systems such as: Minnie Mart High Power, King Mello, and Agony. She performed with various reggae artists such as: Screechy Dan, Patra, Mikey Jarrett, James Bond, Miss Linda and Lady English, just to name a few. Focused on establishing herself as a reputable artist, she voiced her first recording songs for Barry of Agony Sound System called “Aids a Badda Wi” and “Heart Breaka.” She later voiced “Grandpa Daddy” for the Jah Life recording label. Throughout the 90’s, she focused on her honing her song writing ability, as well as improving her skills as an entertainer.
In 2003, she landed a position as one of the hosts on the radio show “Everything Caribbean.” In 2004 she moved on to host her own radio show “Mix Vibes” until 2005. Currently, Whandah is set to release the following singles from her upcoming debut album, Enough Is Enough: “I need a Hero,” “Detox Dem,” “I'm in Love,” and a song she dedicated to her son, “You're my Heart.” Whandah collaborated with Artist/song writer/producer, GoldenChyl, a.k.a. GC on various tracks.
Whandah’s life experience has surely shaped her perspective of her career. Her motto, “I am a dreamer that believes the race is not for the swift but for those that can endure it,” reflects her commitment to her craft. Whandah has this to say to all of her current fans and the fans to come, “think big, Become successful and always do your best.”
