Dale Dizzle Virgo Explained

Dale Dizzle Virgo (born May 23, 1985, born Dale Antou Tonye Ian Virgo, also known as Dizzle), is a record producer, musician, engineer and an entrepreneur.

Dale first started producing at age 17 in his home studio in Portmore, Jamaica. He was predominately involved in the Jamaican gospel music fraternity and produced many hit tracks for that industry.[1] [2] [3] [4] In 2005, Virgo signed with Gussie Clarke. In that same year, he did the track Crazy Little Thing Called Love by Rihanna on her début album A Girl Like Me. Dale is also known for producing the Reggae track 'Serious Times' by Gyptian.[5] In November 2008, he began working with Jon Baker at the Geejam Studios as the in-house producer and technical director. Since then, Dale has worked on many albums including 'Thank Me Later' by Drake as assistant engineer for the song 'Over',[6] [7] and 'Great Expectations' by the Jolly Boys as the producer.[8] [9] Dale Virgo, since 2010, is now signed to Forward Recording, and is learning the business from top heads such as Tom Elmhirst, Mark Jones, and Jon Baker to name a few.

In addition to producing, Dale Dizzle Virgo was the percussionist for the legendary band Jolly Boys[10] touring Europe, United States, and China.

Over the years, he has produced and engineered many chart topping songs, compilations and albums in both the local and international music industry. To date, he has completed over 60 albums, 2 movies, and has produced countless hit songs such as 'Mama' by Christopher Martin and 'Dreams' by D’Angel.

Virgo's latest 2021 & 2022 releases through his label Dzl Records include: 1. DubSoul Beat Tape Vol. 1, an instrumental project filled with a combination of reggae, soul, trap and some Dub elements, and 2. Good Morning Morning by Gregory David Roberts featuring Alicia Hamilton & Ch4se, which he Co-Produced alongside Gregory David Roberts.

Discography

References

11. DZL Records". DZL Records. Retrieved 2022-01-14.

12. "With new genre, Dale Virgo wants to be the Hans Zimmer of Jamaica". jamaica-gleaner.com. 2021-11-28. Retrieved 2022-01-14.

13. "Jahnoi sends a message about the reason for the season". jamaica-star.com. 2021-12-17. Retrieved 2022-01-14.

14. "DZL Records Spreads Inspiration for The Christmas Season With "Christmas Celebration" Single". DubCorner. 2021-12-22. Retrieved 2022-01-14.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Jamaica Gleaner News - His 'Second Chance' came in a club - Friday | March 16, 2007 . Jamaica-gleaner.com . 2007-03-16 . 2011-10-17 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20150131081816/http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20070316/ent/ent4.html . 2015-01-31 .
  2. Web site: Jamaica Gleaner News - Murphy grows into 'greatest love' - Friday | November 3, 2006 . Jamaica-gleaner.com . 2006-11-03 . 2011-10-17 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20071112120440/http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20061103/ent/ent7.html . 2007-11-12 .
  3. http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20070302/ent/ent1.html|newspaper=Jamaica Gleaner
  4. Web site: Entertainment :: Nadine Marie is music oriented :: March 12, 2009 . https://archive.today/20120710202049/http://jamaica-star.com/thestar/20090312/ent/ent9.html . dead . 2012-07-10 . The Jamaica Star . 2009-03-12 . 2011-10-17 .
  5. Web site: Serious sqabbling - Producers claim ownership of Spiritual War rhythm :: . https://archive.today/20120709182912/http://jamaica-star.com/thestar/20050930/ent/ent1.html . dead . 2012-07-09 . The Jamaica Star . 2005-09-30 . 2011-10-17 .
  6. Web site: Thank Me Later - Drake . AllMusic . 2010-06-15 . 2011-10-17.
  7. Web site: www.trueoldies1360.com . www.trueoldies1360.com . 2010-06-15 . 2011-10-17 . https://web.archive.org/web/20120425073527/http://www.trueoldies1360.com/iplaylist/album/1809855/ . 2012-04-25 . dead .
  8. Web site: One jolly set of boys - Jamaica Observer Mobile . Jamaicaobserver.com . 2010-09-24 . 2011-10-17 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150402144239/http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/mobile/entertainment/One-jolly-set-of-boys . 2015-04-02 . dead .
  9. Web site: The Jolly Good Fellows - Lifestyle . JamaicaObserver.com . 2010-08-22 . 2011-10-17 . https://web.archive.org/web/20100824020038/http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/The-Jolly-Good-Fellows_7889376 . 2010-08-24 . dead .
  10. Web site: One jolly set of boys - Entertainment . JamaicaObserver.com . 2010-09-24 . 2011-10-17 . https://web.archive.org/web/20110804224608/http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/One-jolly-set-of-boys . 2011-08-04 . dead .

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