Jason McDermott (born 15 September 1985 in

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), better known by his stage name Stylo G, is a British-Jamaican

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recording artist known for his three hit singles "My Yout", "Call Mi a Leader" and " Soundbwoy". "Soundbwoy" peaked at number 18 on the

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. He also featured on the hit song " Come Over" by the British electronic group

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. He also got famous for his collaboration with

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for the song "Mirchi".

Biography

McDermott's family relocated to London at the age of fifteen, following the murder of his father, artist and producer Poison Chang. He currently resides in

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History

Stylo G's first initial hit was a

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song, "My Yout", featuring Stickman and Ice Kid. The song gained some notability within the grime scene. As a result of being in the UK, he collaborated with many

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and grime artists such as Giggs,

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, and

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. In 2011, Stylo G released "Call Mi A Yardie". In 2012, Stylo G featured in the

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alongside

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and Usher. On 26 May 2013, he released the single " Soundbwoy", his first UK Top 20 single. The song also reached number 29 in

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. In 2014, he appeared on the

song " Come Over" which peaked at number 45 on the

. In September 2014, he was nominated for a

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in the Best Reggae Act category.Jackson, Kevin (2014)
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'', 24 September 2014. Retrieved 27 September 2014 In 2019, police raided an Airbnb residence Stylo G was staying at in Caymanas Estate, St Catherine in Jamaica. The police surrounded the house and showed a warrant, explaining they were looking for guns. After a 5 hour search, they found nothing.

Discography

Singles

As featured artist

Guest appearances

Notes

References

External links

Video Interview with Stylo G (Reggae.Today)
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