Daily Observer (Jamaica)

Delawness makes his mark

- BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainm­ent@jamaicaobs­erver.com

RECORDING and visual artiste Delawness hopes that his track Solace, featuring London-based R&B singer Nsiya, will catapult his artistry to the top.

“My hope for this single is to resonate globally, delivering a profound relatable truth; embracing loneliness is not merely a transient phase, but a vital journey towards the understand­ing and deep appreciati­on of love. This track is crafted not just to climb the charts, but to echo in the hearts and minds across the globe, uniting listeners in a shared experience of introspect­ion and emotional evolution,” he told the Jamaica Observer’s Splash.

The track was released on January 19 on the Emotica Republic label.

It was produced by Reggie Crux.

Delawness, whose real name is Lawrence L Deacon, is also a graphic designer, illustrato­r, producer, and songwriter who specialise­s in branding. He is best known for his logo design, album covers, poster designs and illustrati­on for high-profile artistes and brands such as Fabrice Gautier, Coco Jones, Time22, Koffee, Chronixx, TRACKDILLA, Azizzi Romeo, Warrior King, Garnet Silk, Garnet Silk Jr, Dre Tosh, and Freeboyzna­tion.

Delawness has also been commission­ed to do projects for major Jamaican companies such as Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited and Factories Corporatio­ns Jamaica. He has also collaborat­ed with digital media company Carib Voxx on Boyante on assignment­s for iphone, Samsung, and Android.

Meanwhile, Delawness says he is preparing several other projects for release. In retrospect, he says 2023 was a successful year.

“It was a year of challenges and triumphs, shaping a pivotal chapter in my career. Initially, it was a rough year that tested my resilience, yet these trials became part of my personal growth which allowed me to hone an array of vital life skills,” he said.

He added: “2023 was the year that was marked by monumental achievemen­ts — the successful completion, production, and release of my EP WAVES & PAIN. This body of work not only represente­d a personal milestone but made its mark on the Apple Music Hip Hop charts in both Jamaica and Barbados. This dual achievemen­t on internatio­nal charts is a testament to the EP’S resonant impact and my evolving artistry.”

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