A product of the Digicel Rising Star II, Jamaica's talent TV show, and now the youngest artistes at Shocking Vibes, 'En-Q', formerly known simply as 'Q' has been busy since departing from Rising Star, making sure their presence is felt in the music industry.
The members at a glance: From Left to Right...
Peter Edwards (EQ) cousin to Kalvin and the alto of the group is known as the pretty boy in the group. He was raised in Spanish Town and attended the same school as his cousin Kalvin. Peter is known as the jovial one and enjoys performing, writing and playing football. He also perfected his musical skills by singing with choirs and groups.
Kalvin Tahal (TQ) known for his high pitched voice, is the first tenor in the group. Born and raised in Spanish town, he is a past student of the St. Catherine High School. He inherited his musical heritage from his father who was once a member of a singing group. Growing up Kalvin honed his singing skills by singing with groups and choirs. He enjoys writing songs and composing harmonies. When he’s not busy in the studio, you can find him at any one of his other passions, football or cricket.
Damarah Danni (DQ) another product of Spanish Town is the second tenor in the group. He attended the St. Jago High School. Damarah can be called the reggaeaholic in the group as he spends most of his time listening to reggae and creating reggae songs. Known as the humble one, he spends his leisure time reading, meditating and playing football.
The Group entered Rising star in 2005 and did fairly well but was unfortunately voted off in the fifth position. En-Q caught the attention of Shocking Vibes Production director and a judge in the competition, Clyde McKenzie, who signed the group to the Shocking Vibes family. Their first recording was entitled “Q is for Christmas” which was produced and arranged by Chalice keyboardist Ervin “Allah” Lloyd received significant air play both on radio and television. Their single “Gimme a minute” which is on the popular “Fort Knox” rhythm is heavily rotated. They have recorded songs for a number of producers namely; Prendy of Shocking Vibes, Scatta and Pyrana. Their performance of songs from such groups as Boyz to Men and Chicago have earned them rave reviews. They have also performed on a number of stage shows across the island, including; Beenie Man Summer Sizzle, Teen Splash, Mountain Dew Stunt Fest and number of others.
When not in the studio the group spend time working on their harmonies with their musical director “Allah. En-Q is versatile, at ease with soulful ballads as they are with dancehall tracks. Their popularity with female members of the public seems boundless and these products of St. Catherine are bound for big things.
Hey guys, jus thought I'd finally bless up ur page & wish u all da success 4 '007 & beyond! U knows I gots faith in u! Peter, do u remember dis quote, "Yo, dis taste like cake!" (Ummmm, it was cake u was eating!!) LOL!! I was talkin 2 Chan about it da other day. We couldn't stop laughin!! Demarah I miss u cuz! Wa gwan sweet bwoy Calvin?! Anyhows, dats enuff big ups 4 now. Gonna luv ya & leave u now. See u in summer ; ) !!
Mwah.xXx.
heys guys i just got a chance to listen to ya'll tracks and i wanted ya'll that i'm really feeling all the songs especially how do i say, only u and more than worthy
LOL jus playing
Still, Why cant we hear more from you guys :( besides myspace like on radio and on more shows and stuff? Is like Q jus disappear so! Cho!
Wat a gwaan mi dupes dem, just had to stop by and big up unu page. Peter, Kalvin, Damar and Jay hold unu head up high and keep the faith cause unu don know seh unu ago mash up d entertainment scene real soon. peter keep being the jovial guy that u r, kal stay sweet and keep working on that body of urs, damar mi roots fren just do u and whole a medi fi me and jay dont always b so serious take a page from peter and just let go sum time ok.
MUCH LUV FROM UR GURL SHER!!!!!!
yow mi link dun know i have to leave a big up on yuh page. yuh a di next big ting dats coming to mash up di place jus keep the faith and yuh will reach far cause dem unnu full of Talent
big up yuhself zagga