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MAIKAL X Artist Bio
A distinct, unique voice and humble character
describes the artist Maikal X. These same
features made him part of the best selling hiphop/reggae group ever in The Netherlands
“Postmen”.
After the Internet release of Maikal X’s first
tune “The Best In You” late 2008, he
captured the attention of music lovers around
the world and was seen as a promising new
artist with a mesmerizing voice and great
talent.
“The Best In You” caught the attention of Jamaican hit producer Don Corleon who
thereafter approached Maikal X personally to voice a tune on his latest production called
“The Changes Riddim”. The result was the hit tune called “Bear With Me”. “Bear
With Me” is Maikal X’s first official single released by his label Rock 'N Vibes
Entertainment. The video for “Bear With Me” was shot in Amsterdam and Rotterdam
(The Netherlands). The single was released on April 20th 2009.
Quote Don Corleon: “Maikal X can do great things in the reggae world”
Maikal X was born Michael Parkinson, hence Maikal and the X reflects all that he’s
known for. Even though Maikal X lived all his life in The Netherlands, having a
Curacaolenian mother and Guyanese father made it almost impossible for him to loose
the Caribbean feel for music. Maikal X started out as a break-dancer at the age of 6 and
later discovered his singing abilities. At the age of 17 Maikal X started touring in The
Netherlands and Belgium with the famous Dutch formation Gotcha!
From 1998 Maikal X then known as Rollarocker / Shyrock enjoyed critical and
commercial success with the group “Postmen”. They had a string of hit singles such as
“Cocktail” and “You Wait” taken from their hit debut album “Documents”. After winning
several prizes (Silver Harp, Heineken Crossover award) and bringing out 3 albums,
Maikal X left the group in 2004.
In 2008 Maikal X signed with the independent label Rock ’N Vibes, who is responsible
for the success of Ziggi, one of the best Reggae artists Holland knows. Maikal X dove
into the studio with producer Mr. Rude, to record new solo material to pursue his solo
career.
Freshly signed to Rock N Vibes Maikal X ceased the opportunity to go on tour in 2008 as
opening act during the “In Transit Tour” of his label mate Ziggi.
Quote Mr Rude: “I can spot a big artist when I see or hear one”.
Under the name Shyrock, Maikal X is also known as the mc of Europe’s biggest
dancehall and reggae party called “Jamrock”. Maikal X also hosts the Jamrock radio
show.
The tune “Bear With Me” is one of the many tunes to appear where you can enjoy
Maikal X’s mesmerizing voice and melodic flow. Some of his music are considered
classic from birth. Maikal X will be performing on several prestigious festivals in the
Netherlands and Europe with his band “Evolution”. Look out for the newest veteran in the
music game!
Quote Maikal X: “I don’t believe in co incidents!”
For more information visit:
www.maikalx.com or
www.rocknvibes.com.
