With the release of Beenie Man’s hit song Gimmi Gimmi (produced by Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor), the Grammy winning artist, and The King of Dancehall teams with acclaimed video director, Little X, who will be shooting the video for the song in Toronto, Canada on Tuesday April 21st, and Wednesday April 22nd.

“Little X and I go way back - we’ve been friends for years.  I like his work, and he likes mine, so it’s only natural he shoots the video for the song.”  Little X, has a catalogue of hit video’s including Sean Paul’s “Gimme The Light”, Chris Rock’s “No Sex In The Champagne Room” and Ushers smash hit single “Yeah.”  The video for Gimmi Gimmi will include a small feature with Canadian songstress Jemini.  Jemini has been performing for 2 years, and has just released a single called “No Turning Back” which is enjoying international radio play.

On Beenie’s last day in Toronto, he will make an appearance at an FC Soccer match pitting Toronto against Chivas USA.  The Dancehall King will meet and greet with the teams players, and FC organizers before leaving Toronto on Thursday morning for a scheduled performance in Barbados on Sunday April 26th.

Beenie Man was in Toronto to perform for fans after being away for 2 years.  Hosted by Knockout Knight Entertainment, Beenie thrilled Dancehall fans, and left everyone wanting more.

Toronto Appearance Highlights:

  • Beenie being surrounded by 25 European girls at his hotel who serenaded him by singing “King of The Dancehall”
  • Beenie’s protégé, Versatile, shot his video for the song ”Just Like Kingston” in Toronto’s famed Jane & Finch community called ‘Driftwood’.  The video, directed by Dukes, was filmed at the Driftwood projects, which saw Mothers, Fathers and children participate.  Beenie entertained fans with freestyle lyrics, while “Mama” cooked steamed vegetables, rice and Fish for the King and his entourage.
  • Beenie gives Upscale Epiphany a certified stamp of approval and endorsement for their famed chicken wings and festivals.