About Jay Steppa

Hi, I'm Jay Steppa, a passionate musician with a journey that started at the age of 16. Armed with a Yamaha synthesizer and a cassette recorder, I began creating tracks and sharing them with friends. Our love for the dance scene, especially drum and bass and happy hardcore, heavily influenced my early music.

One of my best friends, DJ Wood, got turntables, and I started MCing around 17/18. We had loud, energetic sessions at DJ Wood's place, despite his mum's frequent pleas to "Turn that music down!" I kept producing music, mainly DnB and experimental dance tracks, using a portable studio to burn CDs for friends and family. While I MCed at events and on the radio with the 3.4 crew, music was always more about fun than seriousness for me.

Things took a turn when I did an open mic night at the New Cross Inn. Testing my tracks there led me to Patrick, who introduced me to Lewis M, the producer of the renowned record label 'Room in the Sky.' Despite a drunken MC session at a party, Lewis liked my style and invited me to the studio. There, I met amazing artists like Winston "Dim the Light" Reedy, AJ Franklin, Bullet Rymes, Jah Screechy, Kingsley Wray, and Joseph Cotton. This experience birthed my album 'Step Forward,' a 17-track LP that reached number 3 in the sub reggae charts.

I then hosted on 'London Nation FM,' where I met Mighty Dubroot, forming a dynamic duo. We created tracks like 'Companion' together. In 2012, I moved to the south coast, but music remained a constant. Two years ago, a home track called 'Show Love' connected me with the brilliant producer Alchemorph. Our remote collaborations resulted in amazing tracks like 'Galaxy,' 'Hackers,' and 'This Love,' even though we've never met in person.

In 2015, I met my beautiful partner, and together, we have raised three wonderful children. My journey has had its ups and downs, but my passion for music has never wavered. Today, I continue to collaborate with Alchemorph and Dubroot and occasionally have sessions with DJ Wood and the 3.4 crew.

Join me as I continue to make authentic, impactful music that resonates with listeners and promotes mental well-being.