credit:  Melchizedek Gayle

NESTA at Mala Fama

Mar 14, 2025

12:30am – 1:00am CT

Mala Fama

This performance is part of the showcase that starts on Thursday, March 13 at Mala Fama

Nesta delivers a fresh
perspective on classic Dancehall music that simultaneously ignites your senses with a new sound, and makes you want to dance like it’s the 2000s again.

Born into a dynamic musical family originating from Jamaica, Dancehall artist Nesta has strong artistic roots originating from the inspiration of T-Pain, Sizzla, Ty Dolla $ign, Sampha, and Damian Marley. The Jamaica, Queens-based artist developed his sound by studying those various influences closely, which led him to experiment with production software and various instruments including the drums. Although proven to be musically gifted from early on, it wasn't until 2012 when his friends noticed his unique vocals and urged him to take singing more seriously. Filled with reggae and old-school energy, Nesta fully embraces his eccentric sound through songwriting and producing.

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About
From: Queens, NY, United States
Genre: Reggae
Subgenre: R & B
Type: Showcase