Kross Kolor Records is known for producing some of the best artistes in Guyana and its musical impact on the Guyanese music industry. Once again, the group is leading the way as it sets the pace for being the only record label to produce a Christmas album of fresh songs.
“Christmas with Us” was birthed by Melissa “Vanilla” Roberts and Simeon Brown, and spearheaded by the man with the golden touch Burchmore Simon. Its concept is simple – create music that represents their version of Christmas that involves the empowerment of youths.
To this avail, the group introduced the power of working together to set the example of what a Guyanese music industry represents.
This project did not only include popular singers like Vanilla, B52, Tennicia De Freitas, Jovinski, Gavin Mendonca, Shawn English, and Ossie O, but it also embraces unknown singers like Randy Kirton, T’Shanna Cort, Shivanie Bhola, Sueann “China” Campbell, Romichelle Brummell, Daniel Dondre and Shaundelle “JP” Alleyne, courtesy of Vizion Sounds.
In addition to the list of talent, Poet Leeanna Alleyne; Steelpan player Andrew Tyndall; Keyboardist Trevor John; and Saxophonist Roy Stewart all add an infectious Christmas vibe.
The incorporation of makeup artiste Renee Chester of Bromeliad Rnc, designer Keshia Edwards of ShaSha Designs, photographers Azikiwe “Ziggy” Denheart and Dwayne Hackett all make it possible for the success of this project.
Producers and arrangers Burchmore Simon, Simeon “Lil Jay” Browne and Drew Thoven added effortless magic on the project.
Guyanese are urged to tune into Morning Mayhem with Wendell Badrie tomorrow on Fresh Fm at 10:00h, On the Block with Simeon Brown at 11:00h and on Sunday on Riser with Tamara Rodney on Boom FM at 06:00h for a taste of the album.
Kross Kolor Records has always been a front runner in Guyana’s music industry and with the festive season quickly approaching, the music entity is encouraging companies and the public at large to give the gift of music.
What better way to celebrate than with the sounds of sweet Guyanese tunes. After all, the season just would not be complete without some good musical vibes.