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Hennesseyy is a multinational artist whose original and versatile talent is reflected in a diverse cultural background.
Descendant of Tanzanian parents, Hennesseyy was birthed in Ethiopia, raised in Virginia and Maryland, USA, and is now rooted in Toronto, Canada.
As a song writer, recording artist, actor and radio host, he has taken his creativity across the globe, performing in North America, Europe and Africa.
The power to adapt to so many different cultures has only amplified his artistry, granting him the insight and ingenuity to pioneer a fresh, universal sound.
His deep passion for music has opened him to the sounds of all musical styles he encounters, compelling him to craft a whole new genre – spacious music.
Hennesseyy merges hip hop, r&b, reggae, rock, Bollywood and techno sounds with a fluid lyrical technique. This intermingling of rap and singing sets rhythmic melodies over varied beats.
With over five hundred songs in his catalogue thus far, spacious music streams from the heart. Through his songs, Hennesseyy invites listeners to step beyond the man and into his life – his thoughts, feelings and experiences.
He is currently creating a new album, Bad Gone Good, that focuses on the events of his past and the choices he has been faced with. Cleverly crafted lyrics and appealing melodies emphasize the strong message embedded in Hennesseyy’s songs.
The first single, “Fly Away”, highlights not only his immense talent, but, also spacious music’s distinctive sound.
Hennesseyy is simultaneously working with Bollywood superstar Parichay. Their latest collaborative track, “Help Me to Shine”, was featured on Parichay’s album No Boundaries, which held the No. 4 spot on the pop-urban charts in Bollywood 2009.
And the single, “Let Loose”, Parichay featuring Hennesseyy, off The Professionals project, has had over 10 000 downloads.
In recognition of his lyrical talent, Hennesseyy was recently elected judge for a Song Writing Contest. He was also awarded Best Performer in Ryerson’s Multi Culture Show, Best Master of Ceremony Residence, University of Toronto, and currently hosts the talk show Canadian Shine on CKLN 88.1FM
As a youth, Hennesseyy became involved in acting and theatre. He has been cast in plays, such as West Side Story, and the Hunch Back of Notre Dame, and featured in TV series and films such as Secrets of Unicorn, and Deep in My Heart.
Even with so much experience already, Hennesseyy has only just begun to reveal his artistic potential. With the momentum of recent accolades and a new genre-breaking album on its way, this Toronto talent is set to make his mark on the entertainment industry.
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- Song: Hennesseyy - Fly Away - ft. Parichay