One Jam Records launches foundation

File – Abby Dallas

CURTIS CAMPBELL, STAR Writer

Local record label One Jam Records, recently launched its charity project, the One Jam Foundation, and has already hosted a successful back-to-school treat, collaborating with Tenament Yard.

The treat targeted communities in and around Maxfield Avenue. Hundreds turned out to show their support.

Residens from inner-city communities such as Gem Road, William Road, Lincoln Ave, ‘Villa’, Trench Town, ‘Jungle’ and ‘Rome’ all turned out in huge numbers. Children and parents received donations of school supplies.

The record label also provided entertainment attractions such as rides, games and musical displays.

There were performances from established acts such as Morgan’s Heritage, Hezron and Chuck Fender, as well as up-and-coming acts signed to One Jam records, led by JCDC Festival winner, Abby Dallas and Jay Q.

The police also helped to make the event a success by making their presence felt. A contingent of cop headed by senior officers Steve McGregor and Fitz Bailey, showed their support of the initiative by offering their services and helping to maintain order.

Founder of the One Jam Foundation, Lance Dyer, was pleased with the positive response to the treat.

“The treat was a resounding success. One Jam and Tenament Yard’s founders were both born and, at least, partially raised in the ghetto, so we understand the difficulties that many families in the ghetto face to get their children ready for each new school year.”

Musical director of Morgan’s Heritage and a long-time resident of the area, Producer DreZion, played a major role in the production of the treat.

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One Jam Records launches foundation