Iyah Lazer

Artiste Info

BIO of Dillon “Iyah Lazer” Hines,

Christened, Dillon Alton Hines, Reggae Recording Artist, Iyah Lazer, was born in one of Montego Bay inner city communities in the mid 1970’s

His father Russel and mother Jasmine Murry were both devoted lovers of reggae Music thus he was exposed to the music at an early age

At a tender age due to the fact that both parents immigrated to the United States, Iyah Lazer left Montego Bay’s inner city and when to live with his grandparents in the farming district of Roehampton located in the rural climbs of the parish of St James for a number of years, He was away from the music though his love for it never faded

During his five years attendance at anchovy Secondary (now High), Iyah Lazer’s keen interest in reggae music and entertainment caught the attention school mates, and friends; who all encouraged him to pursue the business more aggressively,

However, it was not until 1993, whilst at home with relatives, and commemorating the death of his grandfather, who died on a sad day in February (15th) three years prior; that Iyah Lazer developed true motivation to follow his dreams, It was the tragic news that his mother had passed away (Feb 15th). His entire life change after that, and music became his solace, He began writing his own lyrics and rhymes, and eventually became a popular young dancehall act, within Montego Bay’s enclaves.

However in 1997, shortly after the birth of his son Iyah Lazer decided to switch from raw Dancehall to a more Cultural side of the music.

Over the years, Iyah Lazer has share the same stage artist such as King Yellowman, Beenie Man, Beres, Lady Saw, Bounty Killa, Singing Melody, Anthony B, Tanya Stevens, Richie Stevens, amongst others,

In 2006 he release his first album entitled “State of Emergency” some of the more memorable tracks from the album include the single Blood in the Street; a collaboration with Yugo Bandooloo; as well as Oh Mama a single the express Iyah Lazer sorrow and regret over the early passing of his mother, and the very popular single Foxx Under Loxx.

He has performed or appeared on several shows and programmes; to include Smile Jamaica and Teen Scene on Television Jamaica, On Stage “on CVM-TV (Jamaica) Reggae Trail TV,” Jamaica) the fame road show, unity in the hills, western linkup, but to date 2 of his most memorable performance came in 2007 at the Reggae Sumfest 15th Anniversary Party held at club inferno in Montego Bay, where his performance was breathtaking, and in Spanish Town St Catherine at a community event where he was commended for a great performance by reggae king Yellow Man and the Pastor and Deacon of the community church,

Iyah Lazer interview with TV Host Suzie Q,  on the programme, “Reggae Top Ten – Artist Spotlight”, proclaim that he gets his strength from God, regular day to day life and people and from the works of Reggae Great such as Peter Tosh, Bob Marley, Denis Brown, Garnet Silk and draws even more inspiration from watching people like Beres, Jah Mason, Tarrus Riley, Eddie Fitzroy, Leroy Gibbon Performed Live.

AT present Iyah Lazer is in studio working on a sophomore Album and a remake of State of Emergency, which is expected to bring bigger and better things,

Iyah Lazer is grateful to everyone in his life, both present and past who has contribute positively to is life and career, father Russel, son Jamario, Lance Rose, Jermaine Gordon and many other, I give thanks for all the love and support,

ONE LOVE, JAH BLESS, MORE LIFE

Archived from MPLSDANCEHALL.COM (November 2009).