Chronixx facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Chronixx
Chronixx performing live in 2015
Background information
Birth name	Jamar Rolando McNaughton
Born	(1992-10-10) 10 October 1992 (age 32)
Genres	Reggae hip hop dancehall
Occupation(s)	Singer songwriter
Years active	2010–present
Labels	Soul Circle

Jamar Rolando McNaughton (born on October 10, 1992), known as Chronixx, is a talented reggae artist from Jamaica. His stage name, Chronixx, came from "Little Chronicle," a nickname he got because his father was also a singer named "Chronicle." Chronixx and his music are part of a movement called the "Reggae Revival." This movement includes other reggae artists like Jah9, Protoje, and Jesse Royal. Chronixx's songs often talk about peace, love, and staying strong through challenges.

Early Life and Music Beginnings

Jamar McNaughton started writing songs very early. His first song, "Rice Grain," was written when he was only 5 years old! He went to St Catherine High School in Spanish Town, Jamaica.

Chronixx began his music career at age 11. He recorded a gospel song, though it was never released. He also sang backup for other artists, like Lutan Fyah. By age 14, he was already producing music, creating rhythms for artists such as Konshens and Popcaan. In 2009, after a sad family event, he started working closely with Romaine 'Teflon' Arnett from Zincfence Records.

Chronixx's Music Journey

Chronixx became very popular in 2012. His songs were played a lot on the radio in Jamaica. He performed at big music festivals like Reggae Sumfest. He even had a special show in Kingston that was attended by famous sprinter Usain Bolt. He also worked with the group Major Lazer on their mixtape Start a Fire.

Rising to Fame in 2013

In 2013, Chronixx had big hits with songs like "Smile Jamaica" and "Here Comes Trouble." He toured the United Kingdom and the United States with his band, the Zincfence Redemption Band. In March 2013, he visited Kenya as a Peace Ambassador. He performed at a concert in Nairobi to promote peace during their elections. He returned to Reggae Sumfest in 2013, performing for over 10,000 fans.

Dread & Terrible EP Success

Chronixx released his EP (Extended Play album) called Dread & Terrible on April 1, 2014. This EP quickly became a huge success! It reached the top of the Billboard Top Reggae Albums charts. After he performed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and had a concert in Central Park, his EP became even more popular. It stayed in the top 10 of the Top Reggae Albums chart for 42 weeks in a row!

In February 2014, Chronixx was featured on the song "Who Knows" by Protoje. This song was later recognized as a Silver-certified hit in 2022.

Awards and Recognition

Chronixx has won many awards for his music.

• In May 2014, he won Culture Artist of the Year, Best New Artist, and Entertainer of the Year at the Linkage Awards in New York.
• In July 2014, he performed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, a popular TV show in the US.
• He then performed a concert in Central Park for over 5,000 people.
• In September 2014, he was nominated for a MOBO Award for Best Reggae Act.
• The next month, he won Best Song for "Smile Jamaica" and Best Music Video for "Here Comes Trouble" at the 33rd International Reggae & World Music Awards.

Chronixx also started his own music company, ZincFence Recordz. He runs it with producer Romain "Teflon" Arnett and engineer Ricardo "Shadyz" Lynch. This company has helped produce hits for other artists like Jah Cure and Protoje.

In January 2015, Chronixx was featured on the song "Belly of the Beast" from American rapper Joey ...'s first album. In June 2015, he performed at the famous Glastonbury Festival.

His first full album, Chronology, released in 2017, was nominated for a Grammy Award! In the same year, he received a special Prime Minister's National Youth Award for Excellence in Jamaica.

On March 13, 2020, Chronixx released "Dela Move," the first song from his upcoming second album, "Dela Splash." The names of the song and album are inspired by his hometown, De La Vega City, in Spanish Town, Jamaica.

Chronixx's Music

Chronixx has released several albums, mixtapes, and EPs.

Albums

Mixtapes

• Start a Fire (2012) - with Major Lazer and Walshy Fire
• Roots & Chalice (2016) - with Federation Sound, Soul Circle Music
• ODD Ras (2013)- Frenchman Promotion

EPs

Singles

• "Somewhere" (2012)
• "Start a Fyah" (2012)
• "Mi Alright" (2013)
• "Access Granted" (2013)
• "Alpha and Omega" (2013)
• "Most I" (2013)
• "Thanks and Praise" (2013)
• "Here Comes Trouble" (2013)
• "Selassie Souljahz" (2013)
• "Smile Jamaica" (2013)
• "Ain't No Giving In" (2013)
• "Rain Music" (2013)
• "Perfect Tree" (2014)
• "Prayer" (2014)
• "Play Some Roots" (2015)
• "Capture Land" (2015)
• "Ghetto People" (2015)
• "Light It Up" (2015)
• "Majesty" (2017)
• "Likes" (2017)
• "Skankin Sweet" (2017)
• "Ghetto Paradise" (2017)
• "Spanish Town Rockin" (2017)
• "Sweet love" (2017)
• "Eternal Light" (2019)
• "Dela Move" (2020)
• "Same Prayer" (feat. Kabaka Pyramid) (2020)
• "Cool As The Breeze/Friday" (2020)
• "Safe N Sound" (2021)
• "Freedom Fighter" (2021)
• "Never Give Up" (2022)