There's a new sound that is taking over the international reggae music, a sweet fusion of reggae, dancehall and R & B and one of the artistes at the forefront of this new movement is Infamus, an ambitious 21 year-old with a syrupy sweet delivery and ice cream smooth vocals. It is not hard for music lovers to identify Infamus’ songs from other local, regional and international artistes, for he has a distinctive style…a fusion of Reggae, Dancehall and R&B.

Infamus, born Kervin Benjamin, started singing at the tender age of 10, but it was only in recent years he saw his dream of becoming a professional artiste a reality. In mid-2009 Infamus decided to pursue a professional career, and with the release of his singles and music videos, including ‘Coke & Hennessy’, 'Used to Be’, ’21 Gun Salute (We Miss You) and his most recent music video ‘Feel Like Crying’, he had already solidified himself as one of the premiere artistes in the Federation.

What is it about this 21-year-old and his music that capture the very depths of his listeners’ souls, evoking emotions like none other? It is simple, according to Infamus. The Almighty has blessed him with a talent that cannot be denied, a talent that draws everyone. “People would express they are inspired by my music, when in fact I am inspired by the people and their ‘true life’ journey. It is all about life and times, and I am thankful to the people for inspiring me to do what I do. I am thankful to God for blessing me to do what I can do,” he said. The artiste’s first popular single, ‘Tell Me Why’, was released in 2007. It is a song that asked questions no one was asking at that time. In the song, he addressed why youths were dying and why mothers were left crying; an issue that greatly affects his country.

Finally, the people of St. Kitts and Nevis, notwithstanding its international appeal, had received a song that paid tribute to all the fallen loved ones over the years, whether by gun violence or natural causes. ‘21 Gun Salute’ instantly became an anthem for mourning families. The video, less than two weeks on the popular world video portal Youtube, had already received a massive 4,000 views. That was something that had never happened to any other local artiste in such a short space of time. That out pouring of love and support did not die; it continued to grow as Infamus received overwhelming love when he released his second music video - ‘Feel Like Crying’. He teamed up with Tru Capo once again to produce this explosive video that had everyone singing “Sometimes I feel like just crying”. The track was another hit and a love song inspired by real life situations in which the artiste pours his heart out to his lover. Instantaneously, Infamus became quite famous and respected by his fans.

He has shared the stage with famous acts such as Jah Cure, Wayne Wonder and Vybz Kartel at various events over the past two years.

For 2010, Infamus said he would continue to work hard on being an icon in the industry and has put a team of hardworking professionals together to help take his career in the path where he wants it to be. Look out for the first album entitled ‘chasing the dream’...

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