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NESTA, the Jamaica, Queens-based artist with deep Jamaican roots, has quickly established himself as a rising force in contemporary Caribbean-influenced music.
His journey began with early experiments in beat-making, and live instrumentation — most notably the drums. Though his musical gift was evident from the start, it wasn't until later, after friends recognized his distinctive voice, that NESTA was urged to take his singing seriously.
NESTA has taken his signature sound to major stages including performances at Barclays Center for Planet Brooklyn and at CitySplash and SXSW London 2025, showcasing his international appeal. His distinctive style fuses the soul of reggae with the bounce of modern production, drawing influence from legends and innovators alike — from T-Pain, Sizzla, Damian Marley, Ty Dolla $ign and Sampha.
As a Jamaican-American artist, he particularly gravitates toward lovers rock, embracing the romantic and melodic side of reggae that allows his smooth vocals to shine. By studying his inspirations closely, he developed his signature approach that bridges generational and stylistic gaps in Caribbean music
His journey began with early experiments in beat-making, and live instrumentation — most notably the drums. Though his musical gift was evident from the start, it wasn't until later, after friends recognized his distinctive voice, that NESTA was urged to take his singing seriously.
NESTA has taken his signature sound to major stages including performances at Barclays Center for Planet Brooklyn and at CitySplash and SXSW London 2025, showcasing his international appeal. His distinctive style fuses the soul of reggae with the bounce of modern production, drawing influence from legends and innovators alike — from T-Pain, Sizzla, Damian Marley, Ty Dolla $ign and Sampha.
As a Jamaican-American artist, he particularly gravitates toward lovers rock, embracing the romantic and melodic side of reggae that allows his smooth vocals to shine. By studying his inspirations closely, he developed his signature approach that bridges generational and stylistic gaps in Caribbean music
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