Dancehall artistes NYNE X (formerly known as Concrossiss) and Lynx Unruly are celebrating their recent performances at the Afro Reggae Fest which took place in Gambia, west Africa.

The deejays described being in the motherland as life-changing.

It was NYNE X’s second time in an African country, having last performed in Sierra Leone in 2018.

“It was a great experience. I felt like I was where I belong,” NYNE X disclosed.

Said Lynx Unruly: “The experience was one of a kind, very unforgettable. The vibe, the love and the energy were on point.”

He said the highlight of his performance was when he took off one of his shoes and threw it in the crowd.

“The moment that I threw my shoe in the crowd, that’s a moment that I will never forget,” said Lynx Unruly.

The event was promoted by Gam Ranks International.

Lynx Unruly, who performed songs from his catalogue including Dat Bad and Red Eye, used the time in Gambia to capitalise on promotional and networking opportunities.

“I was in Gambia for a week and the networking was very good. I made some connections with some great people in the music world including musicians, artistes and producers,” he shared.

NYNE X also used his time in Gambia to record a collaboration with a Gambian artiste and to also complete a music video shoot.

“I also made some connections with sound systems and selectors DJ Spytal, Gramranks International Sound, and Article Slice. They are the ones who promote our music in Gambia,” said NYNE X.

He said that when he was contacted to perform in Gambia it was an opportunity that he couldn’t pass up.

“I was excited, but at the same time a little nervous, because I didn’t know that the people would know my songs,” said NYNE X.

During his performance, NYNE X reeled out songs including Dream, Mama Cry and Progress.

“The energy was great, and the people were interactive. I also want to pay respect to those who have set the foundation for artistes like myself. Bob Marley, Sizzla, Anthony B, Popcaan, Beenie Man, and Bounty Killer,” NYNE X reasoned.