- Sign up / Sign in | You can also
- Contact us
- Subscribe
Bio:
Jazzy B was born in Nawanshahr, Punjab, India and immigrated with his family to Vancouver, Canada at the age of five. During his teen years he worked at a construction site and became a star player for his high school ice hockey team. He was persuaded into becoming a professional Bhangra artist by friends who sang with him as a group at…
Jazzy B was born in Nawanshahr, Punjab, India and immigrated with his family to Vancouver, Canada at the age of five. During his teen years he worked at a construction site and became a star player for his high school ice hockey team. He was persuaded into becoming a professional Bhangra artist by friends who sang with him as a group at parties and Sikh wedding receptions. He credits a co-worker for believing in him and launching his career by lending $5,000 for recording studio costs. After turning professional at the age of 18 he moved to Birmingham, England where he currently resides. Music Jazzy B has released thirteen albums all of which have been produced by Sukhshinder Shinda, a talented Bhangra record producer and artist known as 'The Music Man'. Together they have created some of the most popular Bhangra hits, including "Ghugian Da Jorra", "Londono Patola", "Naag", "Tera Roop", "Sardara", "Dil Luteya", and "Soorma". The 2005 Balle - Romeo Tour, which promoted Jazzy B's album Romeo and Sukhshinder Shinda's album Balle, played at various venues around the world including Paramount Canada's Wonderland near Toronto, Canada which attracted a record crowd of over 65,000.
Jazzy B's popularity and success in Bhangra can be attributed to his style which is quite different from other artists in the genre. From his unique appearance to his mix of traditional and westernized songs and music videos, he has revolutionized the image of Bhangra. The music videos for his singles "Soorma" and "Romeo" were based on Hip hop music videos and featured Hummer H2s and the Rap group Takeova Ent. Jazzy B has also said that the reason for his longevity as a successful Bhangra artist is that he works exclusively with Sukhshinder Shinda as he does not want to flood the Bhangra market with songs on different producers' albums like, for example, fellow artists Lehmber Hussainpuri and Manak-E. This often leads to only short-term popularity as the artist's own solo albums are not as eagerly anticipated by fans. He has been compared to legendary Bhangra artist Kuldip Manak, whom he considers an idol and inspiration. Jazzy B made his acting debut in 2000 with a cameo appearance in the Bollywood film Shaheed Udham Singh[2] which starred fellow Punjabi singer and actor Gurdas Maan as the Indian freedom fighter Bhagat Singh. Their music was also featured on the film's album. In 2006, Jazzy B made another cameo when he was featured in the movie Teesri Aankh[3] performing the Indi-pop song "Chug De Punjabi". He has expressed an interest in acting and has stated that he would consider bigger roles in the future.
Health Issues
In 1997, Jazzy B had major problems with his throat which required surgery. Having lost his voice and not being able to sing for over a year, he says he turned to God for help and miraculously got his voice back. After going through this experience, he did something very uncommon at the time for a Bhangra superstar by releasing the Sikhi spiritual album 'Singha Di Kaum Bahdhur Hai' in 1999. Since then, other popular Punjabi artists have followed in his steps and released religious material.
Controversy
In 2005, there was controversy regarding the music video of Jazzy B's single "Soorma" in which the actors appearing in the video were known drug dealers who were later convicted of various drug related charges. The Hummer H2s featured in the video were also supplied by these actors and were later re-possessed by the federal government.
_thumb.jpg)
Sukshinder Shinda Working on Religious Album: 'Satguru Mera'
Posted July 21st, 2009 04:07
Check out Sukshinder Shinda's next album, "Satguru Mera" which features Jazzy B!.
The Jazzy B School of Style
Posted February 04th, 2009 12:02
Jaswinder Singh Bains, a.k.a. Jazzy B has changed his image multiple times over the past decade and a half. Check out his different looks over time!.
Is Birmingham the Real Home of Bhangra?
Posted December 11th, 2008 10:12
Is Birmingham the real home of Bhangra? Tell us what you think after you read this article..
Jugtar's Point of 'Biew'- Week 3
Posted November 26th, 2008 11:11
When Jugtar has something to say he says it! Check out what the wacky sardar has to say about the Bhangra scene!.
Video Alert: Jazzy-B 'Jawani'
Posted November 21st, 2008 10:11
We've brought you Jazzy-B's hot tracks off of Rambo. So are his videos for the album as good? If you missed it watch his fourth video shot for a track off Rambo and tell us what you think..
Jugtar's Point of 'Biew' - Week 2
Posted November 17th, 2008 17:11
When the wacky sardar, Jugtar has something to say, he will make sure to say it. Read his point of 'biew' about the different things that are going on in the Bhangra scene!.
All Access: Jazzy B
Posted November 12th, 2008 17:11
Desi Hits! gets you up close and personal with the undisputed king of Bhangra, Jazzy B! Watch the comedic sardar, Jugtar interview Jazzy B at one of UK's hottest club nights, 'Desi-licious' at Ministy Of Sound..
All Access: Jags Klimax At Ministry Of Sound
Posted November 06th, 2008 20:11
Jugtar gets up close and personal with Jags Klimax behind the scenes at 'Desilicious' at Ministry of Sound in London. Check it out in this edition of All Access..
DJ Kayper Tears Up The Turntables
Posted November 06th, 2008 10:11
This petite ravishing beauty is murdering the turntables, and distinguished folks like DJ Jazzy Jeff have acknowledged it! Find out the story behind DJ Kayper, a young girl who's now a world renowned DJ..
Jazzy B - 'Jatt' Video
Posted August 03rd, 2008 15:08
Jazzy B's Rambo album has given him successful comeback, and he's now released his second video, Jatt. To watch it, click.
Video Promo - Jazzy B's 'Jatt'
Posted July 15th, 2008 10:07
Jazzy B's second single, Jatt, from the recently released album, Rambo, is ready for release! You can watch the promo video for it, by clicking.
Jazzy B - 'Rambo' Full Video
Posted July 14th, 2008 09:07
Jazzy B's brand new album and video, Rambo, are out now. To watch the video, click.
Jazzy B's 'Rambo' Out Now
Posted July 06th, 2008 20:07
After a three year break, the Prince of Bhangra is back with an all new album!.
Jazzy B - 'Rambo' Video Teaser
Posted June 30th, 2008 13:06
The Prince of Bhangra, Jazzy B, returns with a whole new album and we've got the video teaser, for his first single, Rambo. To watch it, click.
The Date's Been Set
Posted May 28th, 2008 18:05
That's right, Jazzy B's highly anticipated album, 'Rambo' finally has a release date!.
Jazzy B's RAMBO
Posted April 11th, 2008 08:04
We were first to break news on a possible Jazzy B and Juggy D collabo and now we can bring you the scoop on Jazzy's latest album!.
Is Juggy Getting Jazzy ??
Posted March 23rd, 2008 22:03
So if you're like us you've probably been wondering where and what Juggy D has been up to since he's been kinda been m.i.a. for a while..
Jazzy B Raises Awareness
Posted February 06th, 2008 19:02
Leading Punjabi singers Sarbjit Cheema, Babbu Mann, Jazzy B, Jasbir Jassi, Inderjit Nikkuand and Debi Maqsoospuri all lent their support against female foeticide and drug addiction in Punjab last week.
Mmmh 16... Monday Music Must Haves
Posted January 14th, 2008 11:01
In a musical rut? Don’t know who to turn to? Not to worry! Desi Hits! is here to bring you the most bangin tunes from the past, present and future... and trust us when we say, these are MUST HAVES!!! PASTJAZZY B: ‘DIL LUTEYA’….
Aman Hayer Shakes Things Up AGAIN!
Posted January 08th, 2008 15:01
If you didn’t find yourself at all the Melas and clubs dancing to this tune then your musicology needs some serious updating! Yup we’re talking about the club banger ‘Tharti Hilde’ from Aman Hayer’s 2005 album….
Bhangra Bad Boyz bring you more news!
Posted January 05th, 2007 12:01
Santa Jazzy B, known as the 'Crown Prince of Bhangra', one of the biggest stars on the worldwide Bhangra scene is currently in the Pind (Punjab, India) doing his annual December to March performances at weddings and parties his Christmas starts….
She's a Ground Shaker!
Posted January 16th, 2008 10:01
Not too long ago we brought you news on the release of Aman Hayer’s hot new album ‘Groundshaker 2’… Well the album’s just got a massive dose of sexy! What are we getting at? Well delicious B-Town item girl Yana….
AKA #12 - Artist Real Names Revealed
Posted January 02nd, 2008 15:01
Desi’s hitting you with another edition of AKA and this week we have the Prince of Bhangra, Jazzy B. He's one the pioneers that changed the face of the modern Bhangra industry. But, we bet you’ve wondered... what is Jazzy B's….
Jazzy B’s Back With New Bhangra Beats
Posted June 26th, 2007 12:06
Jazzy B may have finally gone off the deep end – his entire new album (“Kaun Nachdiâ€) features only one song on 5 tracks, “Kaun Nachdi.†Unprecedented in the bhangra world, this groundbreaking album twists and….
Urban Desi Show 37 - M.I.A Exclusive
Posted May 09th, 2007 12:05
Arun is here with some more exclusive flavas and hot news from the world of the Urban Desi. On this weeks show there's a brand new track from Sri Lankan princess M.I.A and a hot banger from ladies favourite Desi man, Jay Sean.All this plus….
Dj P is back on THE BLOCK
Posted May 08th, 2007 12:05
Its time to welcome Dj P back to "The Block" to resume the ultimate "on air" partnership with Arun. One thing's guaranteed when these two hit the studio...a fine show for all the listeners. On this weeks Block there's exclusives from Rihanna,….
Urban Desi Show 36 - Jay Sean Exclusive
Posted May 02nd, 2007 12:05
The Urban Desi crew of Arun & Bobs return with another awesome selection of hot tunes and fiery chat. This week sees exclusives from the like of Jay Sean, super producer Surinder Rattan and the brothers from Tigerstyle. On the subject of producers,….
