Boom Steppa interview
b'Given the name \\u2018Steppa\\u2019 by a friend because of the rhythmic manner in which he walked, he later annexed \\u2018Boom\\u2019 to compliment the explosive compositions he had planned for the mainstream music market. Standing a commanding 6ft 2\\u201d the lanky singer not only towers over the average person but also his lyrical contenders with sharp, meticulously written songs complimented by catchy melodies and pristine clarity.\\n\\nHailing from the enclaves of Central Village, St. Catherine, Steppa realized he had an inkling for music at an early age and soon thereafter began aligning his focus in that direction. With the daily evolution of his lyrical skillset he steadily adapted the mindset of a recording artiste and continued honing his craft despite being in school. A then student of the Jonathan Grant High before transferring to Tivoli Gardens High School, Steppa often times took to the streets in search of recording studios in his plight to kindle a recording career. His chance came after a friend introduced him to the Black Roots studio operated by the late veteran rock steady icon Sugar Minnott where he recorded his very first single entitled \\u201cGhetto Life\\u201d.'