Bio

coming straight out of kingston jamaica,antonio valentino born (robert anthony belnavis)is certainly taking his musical career to another level by redefining the concept of what "makes an artist". antonio strongly believes that regardless of someone's origin if they are receptive enough and dedicate themselves to practice and study,then nothing should be able to stop them from doing music of many genres. the jamaican born singer grew up listening to people like, BOB MARLEY,JACOB MILLER,HUGH MUNDELL,LOXLEY CASTELL,just to name a few, this is the era when there was a certain sound in the biz and that sound was known for touching the "hearts of people",its that particular sound that made the 15 year old ,"BACK THEN" realise the power and effect of words sung on the appropriate instrumentals and the effect it has on people. antonio went on from there exploring and experimenting with different sounds and genres of music and found out that music is like an ocean with so much to discover,which eventually delivered his soul into the reservor of an even wider spectrum. there was a strong influence on antonio's musical career by some of the early r&b/hip hop artist,while attending CALABAR HIGH SCHOOL,such as,NEW EDITION,IMATURE,THE BOYS,PERFECT GENTLEMEN,SHAI,HI FIVE,just to name a few. presently most recent insperations are seen by observing the younger youths of the time for eg.CHRIS BROWN,BOBBY VALENTINO,LLOYD,OMARION,MARQUIS HUSTON,and every one else that are trying to make a difference by creating heart felt music!!!!!!!!!