Island Music Conference 2025

Recording artist and songwriter, Shaquille "Ess B" Browne, received an exclusive invitation to attend the prestigious Island Music Conference (IMC) 2025 in Jamaica. The invitation was extended by the conference's esteemed founders, including Dr. Orville Richard Burrell (aka "Shaggy"), Sharon Burke, and Judith Bodley. Ess B's latest single, "We Outside," caught the attention of the IMC organizers, earning him a coveted spot in the Songwriter's Workshop. This intensive workshop aimed to refine the skills of select songwriters, exposing them to diverse aspects of the craft. Under the guidance of industry experts, participants honed their abilities, delving into the fundamentals of writing compelling songs. The workshop was led by the accomplished Michael "Mikie" Bennett, alongside celebrated songwriters Stacy Barthe and Gordon Chambers. Collectively, they have penned hit songs for legendary artists such as Gregory Isaacs, Shabba Ranks, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, Aretha Franklin, and many more. Mikie Bennett was thoroughly impressed by Ess B's exceptional talent, praising him as a complete package. He noted that Ess B's unique sound, versatility, and charisma have the potential to propel him to great heights as a commercial artiste. In fact, Mikie believes that Ess B is on the cusp of stardom, with just one hit song needed to catapult him to fame. Mikie also commended Ess B on his impressive qualities as an artist, including his striking image, captivating personality, and poised composure. Additionally, he praised Ess B's skills as a songwriter, his eagerness to learn, and his willingness to take creative risks and push his artistic boundaries.