Introduction
On the 31st of May, Frassman Brilliant entered the world, born Nicoy Salmon in Kingston, Jamaica. He spent many of his early years in Rock Hall, St. Andrew, Jamaica. He then moved with his parents to live in Waltham Park, Kingston-13.
Football or Dancehall
The now lanky six-footer is an avid footballer. He played in many competitions throughout his school years. However, he began his reggae music career in preparatory school while attending Kingston’s Calvery Prep. It was there he showcased his talent at every major event and festival. Though early success wasn’t easy as he was torn between being a soccer star and an entertainer.
While rising to the top of the soccer league, Fassman’s older brother Delon Reid was making his mark as one of Jamaica’s hottest producers on the dancehall scene. His brother worked with the renowned Manatee Records.
Breakthrough: Specials to Festivals
Frassman Brilliant is no newcomer to the reggae and dancehall industry. Like most reggae/dancehall artists, Frassman eventually got his break making Dubplates for the sound systems. Soon sounds would eagerly play his “specials” around the world. His rise in the dancehall community was further pushed by rave performances on the “Sting Reggae Festival” (2001). Which is billed as the most premier reggae festival in the world.
He was also chosen as the youngest Dancehall artist on the “Sting Reggae Festival” (2002) in Miami, where he received rave reviews. Furthermore, he quieted a restless crowd during the “Sum Fest Reggae Concert” (2002) in Jamaica.
Ruling His Destiny
Early success led to big releases. The song “Bling Bling” was backed by the Virus Riddim. Extremely popular production that also featured many artists including Mr. Vegas and Capleton. His follow-up single “Zoom Zoom” on the G-Spot Riddim was a chart breaker in Kingston (2002) and he was quickly proving that he was the upcoming star everyone had expected. Building to his ready solid reputation at the “Boom Blast Concert” (2002) in Jamaica.
As a result, Frassman Brilliant performed on the “Fire-2000 Reggae Tour.” This tour was also featuring the legendary Sanchez, Capleton, and Bounty Killa.
Brilliant Features & Discography
Frassman’s reputation grew as a lyricist and an animated performer over the years. So much so that he caught the ear of dancehall juggernauts Elephantman and Spice. They reached out for collaborations “Weed Head” and “Mamma, Pappa Love” respectively.
Frassman’s creativity not limited to dancehall music, he collaborated with the internationally renowned Laza Morgan to record the EDM hit “We Gonna.” This featured received great reviews across Europe. He also recorded the one-drop reggae single with 2011 Global Battle Of The Bands Winner Dub-Tonic Kru entitled “Mr. Law”.
Over the next few years, Frassman released ”Dat Nuh Hard Fi Do.” A popular single on the NS Music Enterprise Label’s Dat nuh Hard Riddim. Which he also had a hand in the production. “Pop Off” and “Workey Workey” highlighted his witty wordplay and effortless delivery. Both singles had major airplay both locally and internationally.
Birth of Frassman Brilliant
In 2017 Frassman came back! This time sporting a new moniker, “FMB” or Frassman Brilliant! As expected from the prolific artist, he brought with him 2 brand new smash singles. “Welcome to Jamaica” and “Timeline.” “Welcome to Jamaica” has been described as “the ultimate marketing tool for the Jamaica Tourist Board” by a well known Jamaican Radio personality. The song depicts all that is great and amazing about the island. If u haven’t been to Jamaica before, after hearing this track you will definitely visit!
Performances and Big Tings
Frassman performed at numerous shows since the turn of 2017 both locally and abroad. He performed at “Magnum New Rules” alongside 2 of Jamaica’s hottest artists, Mavado and Alkaline. There is no doubt that FMB held his own performing on the same stage as 2 of Jamaica’s juggernauts. Shortly after, he was on the highly televised 11th annual Staging of Best Of The Best in Miami Florida, followed by New Yorks BB King Shutdown-Free Party in September.
2018 has kicked off with the release of “MONEY HUNT” his debut single from the upcoming album set to release this summer.
Frassman has performed consistently throughout 2018 in both Jamaica and United States sharing the with Sean Paul during Hot 93.7’s Reggae Explosion and with Busy Signal, Marcia Griffiths, Charly Black and Christopher Martin at Busy Signal and Friends Reggae Festival.
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