LOS ANGELES - September 10, 2015 - First of its kind new 3D animated urban music series Da Jammies is now streaming across the country, exclusively on Netflix. Combining hip-hop dance, music and fashion in a way never before seen in animation, Da Jammies follows five diverse 'tweens from the suburbs attending a performing arts middle school, who form a group in hopes of making it to the 'big time.' With support from their genius friend Einny, Da Jammies -- Novelist, Dolla, MoMo, Seven and Lala -- study singing, dancing and music to prepare for a run at superstardom, learning big life lessons along the way. Together they learn that the road to success, while a bumpy one, can still be navigated with hard work, dedication and most of all belief in oneself.
Da Jammies tackles the sometimes difficult issues of growing up today, such as bullying, identity, self esteem, homelessness and other real world challenges, but never loses its fun approach. The vibrant 3D animation, multicultural cast, relatable subject matter and skillful choreography create a world that engages young viewers, providing them with role models they can look up to and learn from -- but most importantly, dream with.
MEET THE CHARACTERS
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| Dolla
(Voiced by William Chapman II)
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| Einny
(Voiced by Shane Tsurugi)
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| Momo
(Voiced by Alisa Reyes)
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| Lala
(Voiced by Dani Nicolet)
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| Seven
(Voiced by Anderson Johnson Jr.)
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| Novelist
(Voiced by Aulsondro Hamilton)
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The voice actors who bring Da Jammies to life include Aulsondro Hamilton (Novelist), William Chapman (Dolla), Dani Nicolet (LaLa), Alisa Reyes (MoMo), Anderson Johnson, Jr. (Seven) and Shane Tsurugi (Einny), along with guest stars Darius McCrary (as Principal Cransberry), Buddy Lewis (as Klondell the security guard), and Kel Mitchell (as Mike Fresh). In addition, special cameo appearances are made by rap legends Kurtis Blow and Yolanda "YoYo" Whitaker, actors Tommy "Tiny" Lister, Kyla Pratt, and the late James Avery.
Per the press release, Da Jammies is the perfect family programming-- not only does it appeal to younger audiences but it also entertains the kid within all of us. Da Jammies was co-created by Aulsondro "Novelist" Hamilton and William "Dolla" Chapman II for Toon Farm Animation.
LA native Aulsondro Hamilton is the Co-C.E.O. of Toon Farm, LLC., an animation development house that created the animated music series "Da Jammies." In addition to being Da Jammies' co-creator, Hamilton stars in the series voicing the character "Novelist."
Hamilton, better known by his stage name Emcee N.I.C.E., has been active in the music industry for over 15 years, including entertaining, performing, recording and writing both as a recording artist and producer. Through his musical endeavors he has collaborated on 25 different records that have sold more than 7 million copies.
In 2013, Hamilton released a single with Actress/Fox News Correspondent Stacey Dash and followed it up a year later with breakout single, "Tonight" ft. Suhana Machete. "Tonight" spent 13 weeks on the Billboard Hot Single Sales Chart, peaking at #8 all the way into February of 2015. In June of 2015, Hamilton released his debut album "However U Want It" that features production from Grammy Nominees and Winners such as Ralph "Phantom" Stacy, Dennis Bettis, Emanuel Officer & Kelly Keys. As of late Hamilton has also been featured on over 30 Mixtapes released by AllHipHop.com's and WeTheWest.com Dj Hustle as the companies official DJ.
In July 2015, Hamilton also penned a poetry book entitled "50 Shades of L.O.V.E.: Learning Our Various Emotions on paperback and eBook.
William "Dolla" Chapman II
Co-Creator/Voice Talent
California native William "Dolla" Chapman II has been active in both the music and animation industry for over 15 years including performing, recording and writing both as a recording artist and producer. He currently serves as Co-C.E.O. of Toon Farm, LLC. an animation development house that created the animated music series Da Jammies. William serves not only as the show's co-creators, but as one of the co-stars in the series voicing the character Dolla.
William is a product of the Roland R.O.P. Animation Program, a program that under the teachings of 30-year animation veteran Dave Masters has produced top notch animators for Disney and many other studios.
Prior to Williams' endeavors in the animation industry, his musical pursuits landed him in collaborations with famed producers such as G1 and hip hop veteran Fat Jack, as well as Nick Mundy, Babyface and L.A.Reid. As a solo recording artist he has appeared as a guest feature on records to artists such as Darius McCrary, KansasCali and many more. With his diverse background in both animation and Hip Hop, Dolla and his partner give the animated property its authentic edge.
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| Dolla and Novelist signing autographs for young fans Photo Courtesy of the FrontPage Firm |