Introducing F.Y.A.H.

“With solitude comes clarity. With clarity comes peace of mind. With peace of mind comes the confidence to…free your authentic heart.”

F.Y.A.H., the latest project by GRAMMY-nominated bassist Delroy “Pele” Hamilton, continues the legacy of Jamaican reggae bands while carving out its own distinct path. Born out of the isolation of the pandemic era, the roots outfit emerged during a time when Pele immersed himself in music production, refining his craft and assembling a group of musicians who shared his vision. This period of introspection followed nearly a decade of recording and touring with his former band, Raging Fyah, whose 2017 album Everlasting earned a GRAMMY nomination for Best Reggae Album.

Now, Pele embarks on a new chapter with vocalist Elton Earlington and guitarist Nicolas Groskopf. While reggae remains the foundation of their sound, F.Y.A.H. incorporates influences from soul and rock. “I have a deep love for authentic Jamaican music, but as a musician, I also appreciate other styles,” Pele explains. “You’ll hear those influences on our debut album, Free Your Authentic Heart, but at the core, it’s always reggae music. That’s something I’m not trying to change.”

The band’s impact is already being felt. In January 2025, F.Y.A.H. was named Daily Reggae’s “Reggae Artist of the Month.” They’ve brought their vibrant sound to live audiences through performances at Sugar Shack Sessions, NYC’s SummerStage Series, Reggae Rise Up, the International African Arts Festival, and the One Earth Reggae Fest. Additionally, they’ve toured extensively with Italian-Jamaican artist Alborosie. On the road, the group is joined by drummer Glendon Clarke and keyboardist Miguel Anderson.

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As they prepare for the release of their debut album on February 21 via VP Records’ imprint Dub Rockers, F.Y.A.H. has already unveiled several standout singles, including “Raging Fire,” “Oh Oh Oh (Jammin’),” and “Stronger.” They’ve also collaborated with legendary artists like Steel Pulse on “Freedom Fighter,” Josey Wales on “One Day Soon,” Alborosie on “I Believe,” and Dada Yute on “Again and Again.” These tracks reflect the group’s personal journeys while delivering messages of hope, resilience, and love. “I poured my heart into these songs. This is me, not an act,” Pele shares.

“There’s real power in music when it comes straight from the heart. That’s when it truly connects with people. They can feel the vibration.”