David Gerald Asante Jumah[1] known as Jvmmie JAE[2] (pronounced "ju-me-jay") is a Ghanaian Afrobeats, Afro-fusion artist, songwriter and a record producer based in London, United Kingdom. He earned a nomination in the 2021 Ghana Music Awards UK (GMAUK21)[3][4] for the UK-based Afrobeats/Afropop song of the year.

Jvmmie JAE
Jvmmie JAE in 2023
Jvmmie JAE in 2023
Background information
Birth nameDavid Gerald Asante Jumah
Born (1988-07-06) 6 July 1988 (age 35)
Accra, Ghana
GenresAfrobeats, Afropop , Dancehall
Occupation(s)Musician, Record Producer and Songwriter
Years active2018-pesent

Early life and education

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Jvmmie JAE began making music in his school days.[2], actively participating in the school drama group from as far back as the fifth year in primary school at Hope Marie Academy at Sowutuom. In addition to acting he was known for singing along to artists such as BUKBAK, Samini, Obrafuor and many others during school occasions. His musical inclination led to his appointment as the Entertainment prefect in year nine[2]

He pursued Electronics at the Koforidua Senior High Technical school obtaining his WASSCE certificate. While awaiting his results after high school, he discovered Fruity Loops Studio, a Digital Audio Workstation and began creating music with it. Jvmmie JAE completed his tertiary education at Wisconsin International University College in 2013 earning a BA. in Computer Science and Management.

Career

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During his university years, Jvmmie JAE initiated collaborations with independent artists, later relocating to London in 2014. His professional journey began with award winning reggae dancehall gospel artist Minister Taf, producing several singles, EP(Extended Play) and Albums[5][6][7]. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, both collaborated and released a single "Still Affi Guh Hard"[8] which means "keep going", spreading positivity and love. Jvmmie JAE released his debut single "Too Bad"[9][10] in 2020 earning a nomination at the Ghana Music Awards UK for best Afrobeats / Afropop song of the year[4]. He has graced the stage alongside Ghanaian musicians such as Kwabena Kwabena and Stay Jay during their Europe tour in the UK.

He has also collaborated with producers and sound engineers from both the UK and Ghana including Victizzle (VixMix Studios, UK)[11] and Dr Ray beats(Ghana).

Discography (As Artist)

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  • Too Bad (2020)[9]
  • Gimme Some Time (2022)[12]
  • Celebrate (2023)[13]
  • Bedroom Bully (2023)[14]

Production discography

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Selected
Year Album/song Artist Credit Ref
2019 God Alone Minister Taf Record Producer [15]
2020 Still Affi Guh Hard Minister Taf Record Producer [8]
2020 Too Bad Jvmmie JAE Artist/Producer [9]
2021 Ena Minyma(EP) Minister Taf Record Producer [11]
2022 Gimmer Some Time Jvmmie JAE Artist/Producer [12]
2022 Dear God Minister Taf Record Producer [16]
2023 Different (Album) Minister Taf Record Producer [17]
2023 Celebrate Jvmmie JAE Artist/Producer [13]
2023 Bedroom Bully Jvmmie JAE Artist/Producer [14]

Awards /Nominations

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Year Event Category Recipient Result Ref
2021 Ghana Music Awards UK Best Afrobeats/Afropop Song of the year Himself Nominated [4]

References

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  1. ^ "Jvmmie JAE - MusicBrainz". musicbrainz.org. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  2. ^ a b c "Phyllis Ntim Interviews Jvmmie JAE". PN Iridescent. 2020-10-30. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  3. ^ Inusah, Mustapha. "Full list of nominees for Kab-Fam Ghana Music Awards UK 2021".
  4. ^ a b c Kasa, Kumi (2021-08-02). "Jvmmie Jae Nominated For Ghana Music Awards UK 2021". Kumikasa.Com. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  5. ^ Online, Visions TV (2023-06-23). "UK-based Gospel Reggae artiste, Minister Taf is set to release his first single and video for 2023 entitled BAM BAM - Visions TV Online". Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  6. ^ McGreal, Shirley (2021-07-07). "Minister Taf - Ena Minyma (A Message)". Keep The Faith ® The UK's Black and multi-ethnic Christian magazine. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  7. ^ Gardner, Sade (2023-05-13). "Minister Taf Gearing Up To Release 'Bam Bam'". DancehallMag. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  8. ^ a b Sazhin, Elijah (2020-12-15). "Gospel Reggae artist Minister Taf releases newest single 'Still Affi Guh Hard'". Step FWD UK Christian Chart. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  9. ^ a b c Kane, Salam (2020-08-27). "Download :=== Jvmmie JAE – Too Bad- ( Prod By Jvmmie Jae Mixed By 17-17 Mixing". TodaysGhana. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  10. ^ Kasa, Kumi (2020-08-27). "Jvmmie JAE – Too Bad- (Mixed By 1717 mixing)". Kumikasa.Com. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  11. ^ a b "Minister Taf brings the message". jamaica-star.com. 2021-09-24. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  12. ^ a b Arthur, Erica (2022-06-02). "Jvmmie JAE pleads for time on 'Gimme some time' - Afropulp :: African Popular Culture Magazine". Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  13. ^ a b Cantora. "Rising Star "Jvmmie JAE" Set To Release Banger Titled "Celebrate (Feel". aculcoafricaradio.com. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  14. ^ a b Jvmmie JAE - Bedroom Bully ( Lyrics Video), retrieved 2024-01-11
  15. ^ Minister Taf - God Alone (Lyric Video), retrieved 2024-01-11
  16. ^ Dennis, O'Neil (2022-03-22). "Minister Taf drops brand new single and music video 'Dear God'". Step FWD UK Christian Chart. Retrieved 2024-01-12.
  17. ^ Dennis, O'Neil (2023-07-13). "Minister Taf announces sophomore album "Different"". Step FWD UK Christian Chart. Retrieved 2024-01-12.