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‘kasi worship workshop’
24 – 27 october 2023
Kasi Worship Tour 2023
J Ross will go on The Kasi Worship tour featuring worshipers from the townships around South Africa, he will also give a platform to up & coming Gospel artists.
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Kasi Worship Workshop will take place from the 24-27 Oct 2023. Attendees will be empowered with tools to succeed in the Gospel Music business. Limited space available make sure you book your spot now…
LIVING IN PRAISE SUPPORTED BY “SAMRo”
International award winning Artist J Ross collaborated with SAMRO to produce this amazing studio recorded praise Gospel album. The 9 track album features exciting music that will surely get you moving and praising.
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JRossBeats Records
JROSSBEATS (PTY) LTD was formed in 2016 by Johnross Jamela Vuma. He has 20 years experience in the South African Music industry.
The record company focuses on uplifting young and upcoming artists who come from disadvantaged communities.
Most artists usually overlook the business side of they’re career, our company inspires a whole new generation of business women and men who will own their music and publishing rights. We are always on the scout for fresh new ideas and talent thats in line with our company vision.
JRossBeats Publishing
We specialise in all genres of music, ranging from Gospel, RnB, Hip Hop, House & many more.
Soundtracks Produced by JRoss:
- Diep City
- Black Door
- Side Dish
- Lockdown (Showmax) – Season 1-5 SAFTA Winner 2021- SAFTA Nominee 2020
- Thandeka’s Diary (SABC1) – Season 1-3
- Change Down (Mzanzi Magic) Season 1
- Mzanzi Magic Short Films – Plastic Money, Vantoek Love Jozi to Kappa
- Adverts Produced : Yogi Sip & Can Do
- eHostela Season 2(series)
- Vula Vula (series)
- Boxing Day (Movie)
Biography
JRoss is a worshipper, music producer and actor. Born in Pimville Soweto, Jamela John Ross Vuma is the son of legendary music producer, Tom Vuma. He is a multi- talented artist who plays a variety of instruments such as piano, guitar, bass, drums and flute. He has been making music from the age of seven. JRoss has produced soundtracks for Mzansi Magic’s hit series ‘Lockdown’ season 1 to 5’. He is the voice on the Lockdown opening title sequence song Sengonile that’s available on iTunes.
The song got people talking on social media and created so much hype. He also produced the famous Mama ka Bafana song that’s gone viral all over South Africa In November 2017 JRoss co-produced the song for Africa featuring Akon, 2face, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Jah Prayzah and other African artists.
Jamela has produced music with iconic South African artists like the late Brenda Fassie, Lebo Mathosa, Senyaka, Arthur Mafokate and Chicco Twala. in 1998, Vuma formed the kwaito group ‘Jojavu’ and together with Universal Music they released an album featuring the popular song ‘Kanti Ku Nje’.
In 2001, Jamela split from the group and went solely into producing where he produced hit songs and albums for Cream, Speedy, Chomee and Gang of instrumentals to name a few. Jamela (Jross) released his solo debut kwaito album ‘Nyaka Nyaka’ with EMI in 2003, which saw him crossing the borders once again, he shot his music video Babawami in Las Vegas. And his hit singles Babawami and Nyaka Nyaka received high rotation across the country.
JRoss won two awards in the US & UK in 2020. To date, JRoss has multi-award local & international nominations under his belt. His latest album due for release in 2021 has already been long anticipated by both local & international audiences.
JRoss has secured sponsorships from Jeka Energy, SAMPRA, Impact & SEED.
JRoss is a multi-talented vocalist and instrumentalist who has worked with some of the best musicians in SA.
JRoss is the worship leader at Impact Christian Centre. He is the brand ambassador for his own clothing label ‘JRoss Wear’ and Kalahari Fashion.
JRoss toured South Africa with Musica, promoting the Living in Christ Vol. 1 CD.
He is the co-founder of SEED Thru Arts (NPC which works with the youth in all multi-racial areas consisting of Black, White, Coloured and Indian townships.
JRoss mentions that his passion is to help young people make the right decisions in life. He mentions that being an ex-drug & alcohol, addict gives him an upper hand to connect to young people who are struggling with addiction.
Achievements
USA
Texas Gospel Music of Excellence Awards
2020 Winner
USA
Prayze Factor Awards Nominee | SMG Indie Awards Nominee
UK
Gospel Touch Music Awards
2020 Winner
USA
Texas Gospel Music of Excellence Awards
Nominee
SA
SAfta Best original score for tv drama
2021 Winner
SA
METRO FM MUSIC AWARD NOMINEE
Best RnB Album ‘All the Way’ 2013
SA
SAMA NOMINEE – SONG OF THE YEAR
Sgonondo ‘Amadragon’ 2008
SA
SAFTA 2020 NOMINEE | SAFTA 2015 NOMINEE | Metro FM Nominee