Jah Pickney
Artist Name: Jah Pickney
Birth Name: Tim Linnard
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Birth Name: Tim Linnard
Birth Place and Date: June 27, 1982 Fredericton New Brunswick, Canada
Official Bio
Music has always been a big part of Jah Pickney’s life as his entire family is musical and has performed together and separately for many years. At a very early age, Jah Pickney showed a definite preference for reggae music. His love for reggae music led him to study Jamaican culture and patois. He began writing his own original reggae songs at age 11, with lyrics containing moral values set to a dancehall reggae beat.
Jah Pickney has performed with many top artists including Stitchie, Christafari, Prodigal Son, Junior Tucker, Carlene Davis and more and has been proclaimed an authentic Dancehall Reggae artist.
Jah Pickney’s debut album, Jah Love, was released on May 30, 2000, on his own label, Jah Yout Productions. Seventeen years old at the time, Jah Pickney wrote and performed all the songs, played all the instruments, designed the cover art, and produced the entire project. The album is a testimony to the diverse talent of this young man.
Jah Yout Productions released Jah Pickney’s second album, From the Heart, on January 22, 2002. This 16 track project features Mark "Tansoback" Mohr of Christafari on the Intro and Stitchie, who joins Jah Pickney on Look To God. Although predominately dancehall, the album offers a variety of reggae styles including: roots, lover’s rock, nyabinghi, hip-hop, dub and rub-a-dub-sing-jay. The heavy bass and digital effects along with Jah Pickney’s notably lusty, energetic and animated voice quality, make this venture an authentic dancehall reggae production. In 2003 this album received two nominations in the 3rd Annual Hopeton Lewis Caribbean Gospel Music Awards.
Jah Pickney continues to write, perform and record new music and he has two singles on various artist compilation albums from Lion of Zion Entertainment. His ragga/soca song, Trinity Divinity which is featured on Soca Baptism is a favorite of many and a crowd pleaser at live shows. This song was nominated for a Marlin Award in 2004 and also received a nomination in the Hopeton Lewis Caribbean Gospel Music Awards in 2005. His pre-single is a hip hop infused dancehall track entitled, Gimme Some Peace, and is featured on Lion of Zion's Raggamuffin Hip Hop 2. Both of these songs also appear on Jah Pickney’s July 2005 album release entitled Ghetto Redemption.
According to Jah Pickney, "Reggae music is one of the most influential means of communicating to the masses in Jamaica and around the world, as this genre of music is becoming more popular." Jah Pickney wants to communicate true faith, morality and the gospel through a genre that has been largely used by many artists to convey messages of cults, drugs, sex and violence.
Exclusive Interview with GospelReggae.com
1. (GospelReggae.com) So Tim, tell us about yourself, where were you born and grow up, what your family is like, etc...
Jah Pickney: I was born in Fredericton New Brunswick, Canada, but left there while I was still just a baby so have no memory of it. Most of my memories growing up are from Mississauga and Belleville Ontario. I grew up in Mississauga from age three to age seven, and in Belleville from age seven to the present. Belleville is definitely my home now after 16 years. I have an excellent family that is very tight. My two older brothers Jeremy and Brad are my best friends and we always get together as a family as often as we can. Together (with a little help from mom and dad), my brothers and I have started Lineage Recording Studios and we all have a hand in it, working as engineers and studio musicians. Everyone in the family is musical and we love to get together to play.
2. (GospelReggae.com) How did you begin doing music?
Jah Pickney:I 've always loved music but really didn't have much musical ability myself. My brothers were both in bands through school, and would often play with my parents as well. Wanting to join the "family band" I tried playing bass, harmonica and other instruments but nothing seemed to work. When I started getting into Reggae and African rhythms I developed an interest in hand percussion. Shortly after getting my first hand drum God seemed to zap me with rhythm. All of a sudden I had music flowing through me without a single lesson. It wasn't long before I started writing my own reggae songs, and with encouragement from my family and my mentor Mark Mohr from Christafari, and with the help of God it developed into a powerful ministry.
3. (GospelReggae.com) Tell me, how did your name "Jah Pickney" really come about? Any obstacles with it--funny mispronunciations, etc…?
Jah Pickney: I was dubbed Jah Pickney a number of years before my musical ministry had developed into anything. Mark Mohr from Christafari had surprised me with an answer to a fan letter I wrote the band at the age of 11, and due to my young age "Welcomed me into the tribe" with the name Jah Pickney. This was the beginning of a strong friendship and the name stuck with me. I have had many mispronounciations, with the most common being "Yah Pickney." I have also heard "Jay Pickney," "John Pitney" and combinations of all the above. The funniest one however was "Jabba Pikininni."
4. (GospelReggae.com) What is the most valuable lesson that you learned from your Mom or Dad growing up that you still apply today?
Jah Pickney: My dad used to be a pastor and left that ministry to focus on a family ministry so we had countless family meetings and bible classes at home. The most memorable thing my dad always said was in response to the Beatles song "All You Need it Love." He taught us what the bible said and anytime we would hear that song he would ask us "What do you need?" At which we would reply "All you need is faith, hope and love." Also, my dad always told me to read my bible and pray everyday and always listen for God's voice. My parents have taught me so much through my life that I can't begin to write them down. The most valuable lessons came from real life situations. How we would get through tough times and how to trust in God, and the way they reacted and dealt with things was the biggest testimony. Basically I am who I am today because of them.
5. (GospelReggae.com) If you could share the stage with any Christian or secular artist in the world (living or dead) who would it be?
Jah Pickney: The exciting thing is that I have shared the stage with many of the artists that I only dreamed about before. However, there are always more! I would love to perform with Degree, WAR, Tony Rebel, Santana and Bob Marley to name a few.
6. (GospelReggae.com) Is there any song that you wrote in the past that you are embarassed about? Anything that you wish you could make disappear?
Jah Pickney: Of course some of the first songs I ever wrote and recorded using a ghetto blaster and a casio keyboard are somewhat embarassing. However, I have come to know that I should not forget where I started and not be embarassed by it because it is the foundation of what I am now. Still, I would only show it to someone if I could also show them the rest of the story.
7. (GospelReggae.com) What were the last 5 CDs that you put in your disc changer?
Jah Pickney: "One Love: The best of Bob Marley," "Strictly the Best 31," "Bless (aka Prodigal Son) – Still Standing," "Degree – Yeah Man," "Freddie Mcgreggor – Signature"
8. (GospelReggae.com) Read any good books lately?
Jah Pickney: Of course the answer that I have to say is the Bible (and it is true). I am also reading Anne of Green Gables – it is a Canadian classic that I know well but realised I had never actually read it. I read a lot of books – I love to read.
9. (GospelReggae.com) What's your favorite verse in the Bible and why?
Jah Pickney: Isaiah 40:31 "…but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."
I find it to be an encouraging verse. It gives me faith in times when things are hard and strength in times of weakness.
10. (GospelReggae.com) As Christians, God is of course our true inspiration, but beyond the generic response of "Jesus," what are your muses in your life (for lack of a better word)? For example, what are the people, places, or things that trigger a fresh musical idea and ultimately a new song for you?
Jah Pickney: My home is a very inspiring place. When I look at our home and property I can't help but thank God for it. It is beautiful and a very relaxed atmosphere. I love living in the country with the trees and all of God's wonderful creation. It is also great to have the studio on the same property, as a relaxed atmosphere is great for recording. Sometimes I am also inspired by sermons, and bibles studies. Other inspirations are my dog Amber, other pets and of course my family. Musical inspirations come from many different artists. I listen to almost everything reggae and also some latin, jazz and doo-wop are favorites.
11. (GospelReggae.com) What are the three things you enjoy most about touring? And least?
Jah Pickney: The three things I enjoy the most are sharing the gospel, sharing my music, and seeing the world. The three things I like least are travelling (I wish we could teleport), sleeping in a strange bed, and being away from family and pets.
12. (GospelReggae.com) Could you please give a message to the reggae fans that are reading this and would like to know more about your faith and who Jesus is to you?
Jah Pickney: Jesus is everything to me. He is my saviour, friend, creator, God, comforter, provider, healer, guide, hope, deliverer, redeemer, teacher, helper, protector, love and coming King. And this doesn't even scratch the serface. I could not imagine living my life without Him. Things are hard enough with faith, hope and love, without it would be unbearable, not to mention eternity without Him. Look to God always for He is gracious and merciful. He will always accept you with open arms and is willing to forgive and forget. Christ has already paid the price for you, all you need to do is accept that and the wrath of God will be lifted from you and you will become righteous in God's sight and be given eternal life!
Ministry
As Jah Pickney I am committed to communicate faith, morality and the gospel of Jesus Christ in every aspect of my life from my music to my personal life and business. I strive to provide biblical answers to life’s hardest questions, and to clearly share the love of God and His saving grace through quality music. I desire to change the world through dancehall reggae music!" – Tim “Jah Pickney†Linnard
Birth Name: Tim Linnard
Birth Place and Date… Read Full Bio ↴Artist Name: Jah Pickney
Birth Name: Tim Linnard
Birth Place and Date: June 27, 1982 Fredericton New Brunswick, Canada
Official Bio
Music has always been a big part of Jah Pickney’s life as his entire family is musical and has performed together and separately for many years. At a very early age, Jah Pickney showed a definite preference for reggae music. His love for reggae music led him to study Jamaican culture and patois. He began writing his own original reggae songs at age 11, with lyrics containing moral values set to a dancehall reggae beat.
Jah Pickney has performed with many top artists including Stitchie, Christafari, Prodigal Son, Junior Tucker, Carlene Davis and more and has been proclaimed an authentic Dancehall Reggae artist.
Jah Pickney’s debut album, Jah Love, was released on May 30, 2000, on his own label, Jah Yout Productions. Seventeen years old at the time, Jah Pickney wrote and performed all the songs, played all the instruments, designed the cover art, and produced the entire project. The album is a testimony to the diverse talent of this young man.
Jah Yout Productions released Jah Pickney’s second album, From the Heart, on January 22, 2002. This 16 track project features Mark "Tansoback" Mohr of Christafari on the Intro and Stitchie, who joins Jah Pickney on Look To God. Although predominately dancehall, the album offers a variety of reggae styles including: roots, lover’s rock, nyabinghi, hip-hop, dub and rub-a-dub-sing-jay. The heavy bass and digital effects along with Jah Pickney’s notably lusty, energetic and animated voice quality, make this venture an authentic dancehall reggae production. In 2003 this album received two nominations in the 3rd Annual Hopeton Lewis Caribbean Gospel Music Awards.
Jah Pickney continues to write, perform and record new music and he has two singles on various artist compilation albums from Lion of Zion Entertainment. His ragga/soca song, Trinity Divinity which is featured on Soca Baptism is a favorite of many and a crowd pleaser at live shows. This song was nominated for a Marlin Award in 2004 and also received a nomination in the Hopeton Lewis Caribbean Gospel Music Awards in 2005. His pre-single is a hip hop infused dancehall track entitled, Gimme Some Peace, and is featured on Lion of Zion's Raggamuffin Hip Hop 2. Both of these songs also appear on Jah Pickney’s July 2005 album release entitled Ghetto Redemption.
According to Jah Pickney, "Reggae music is one of the most influential means of communicating to the masses in Jamaica and around the world, as this genre of music is becoming more popular." Jah Pickney wants to communicate true faith, morality and the gospel through a genre that has been largely used by many artists to convey messages of cults, drugs, sex and violence.
Exclusive Interview with GospelReggae.com
1. (GospelReggae.com) So Tim, tell us about yourself, where were you born and grow up, what your family is like, etc...
Jah Pickney: I was born in Fredericton New Brunswick, Canada, but left there while I was still just a baby so have no memory of it. Most of my memories growing up are from Mississauga and Belleville Ontario. I grew up in Mississauga from age three to age seven, and in Belleville from age seven to the present. Belleville is definitely my home now after 16 years. I have an excellent family that is very tight. My two older brothers Jeremy and Brad are my best friends and we always get together as a family as often as we can. Together (with a little help from mom and dad), my brothers and I have started Lineage Recording Studios and we all have a hand in it, working as engineers and studio musicians. Everyone in the family is musical and we love to get together to play.
2. (GospelReggae.com) How did you begin doing music?
Jah Pickney:I 've always loved music but really didn't have much musical ability myself. My brothers were both in bands through school, and would often play with my parents as well. Wanting to join the "family band" I tried playing bass, harmonica and other instruments but nothing seemed to work. When I started getting into Reggae and African rhythms I developed an interest in hand percussion. Shortly after getting my first hand drum God seemed to zap me with rhythm. All of a sudden I had music flowing through me without a single lesson. It wasn't long before I started writing my own reggae songs, and with encouragement from my family and my mentor Mark Mohr from Christafari, and with the help of God it developed into a powerful ministry.
3. (GospelReggae.com) Tell me, how did your name "Jah Pickney" really come about? Any obstacles with it--funny mispronunciations, etc…?
Jah Pickney: I was dubbed Jah Pickney a number of years before my musical ministry had developed into anything. Mark Mohr from Christafari had surprised me with an answer to a fan letter I wrote the band at the age of 11, and due to my young age "Welcomed me into the tribe" with the name Jah Pickney. This was the beginning of a strong friendship and the name stuck with me. I have had many mispronounciations, with the most common being "Yah Pickney." I have also heard "Jay Pickney," "John Pitney" and combinations of all the above. The funniest one however was "Jabba Pikininni."
4. (GospelReggae.com) What is the most valuable lesson that you learned from your Mom or Dad growing up that you still apply today?
Jah Pickney: My dad used to be a pastor and left that ministry to focus on a family ministry so we had countless family meetings and bible classes at home. The most memorable thing my dad always said was in response to the Beatles song "All You Need it Love." He taught us what the bible said and anytime we would hear that song he would ask us "What do you need?" At which we would reply "All you need is faith, hope and love." Also, my dad always told me to read my bible and pray everyday and always listen for God's voice. My parents have taught me so much through my life that I can't begin to write them down. The most valuable lessons came from real life situations. How we would get through tough times and how to trust in God, and the way they reacted and dealt with things was the biggest testimony. Basically I am who I am today because of them.
5. (GospelReggae.com) If you could share the stage with any Christian or secular artist in the world (living or dead) who would it be?
Jah Pickney: The exciting thing is that I have shared the stage with many of the artists that I only dreamed about before. However, there are always more! I would love to perform with Degree, WAR, Tony Rebel, Santana and Bob Marley to name a few.
6. (GospelReggae.com) Is there any song that you wrote in the past that you are embarassed about? Anything that you wish you could make disappear?
Jah Pickney: Of course some of the first songs I ever wrote and recorded using a ghetto blaster and a casio keyboard are somewhat embarassing. However, I have come to know that I should not forget where I started and not be embarassed by it because it is the foundation of what I am now. Still, I would only show it to someone if I could also show them the rest of the story.
7. (GospelReggae.com) What were the last 5 CDs that you put in your disc changer?
Jah Pickney: "One Love: The best of Bob Marley," "Strictly the Best 31," "Bless (aka Prodigal Son) – Still Standing," "Degree – Yeah Man," "Freddie Mcgreggor – Signature"
8. (GospelReggae.com) Read any good books lately?
Jah Pickney: Of course the answer that I have to say is the Bible (and it is true). I am also reading Anne of Green Gables – it is a Canadian classic that I know well but realised I had never actually read it. I read a lot of books – I love to read.
9. (GospelReggae.com) What's your favorite verse in the Bible and why?
Jah Pickney: Isaiah 40:31 "…but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."
I find it to be an encouraging verse. It gives me faith in times when things are hard and strength in times of weakness.
10. (GospelReggae.com) As Christians, God is of course our true inspiration, but beyond the generic response of "Jesus," what are your muses in your life (for lack of a better word)? For example, what are the people, places, or things that trigger a fresh musical idea and ultimately a new song for you?
Jah Pickney: My home is a very inspiring place. When I look at our home and property I can't help but thank God for it. It is beautiful and a very relaxed atmosphere. I love living in the country with the trees and all of God's wonderful creation. It is also great to have the studio on the same property, as a relaxed atmosphere is great for recording. Sometimes I am also inspired by sermons, and bibles studies. Other inspirations are my dog Amber, other pets and of course my family. Musical inspirations come from many different artists. I listen to almost everything reggae and also some latin, jazz and doo-wop are favorites.
11. (GospelReggae.com) What are the three things you enjoy most about touring? And least?
Jah Pickney: The three things I enjoy the most are sharing the gospel, sharing my music, and seeing the world. The three things I like least are travelling (I wish we could teleport), sleeping in a strange bed, and being away from family and pets.
12. (GospelReggae.com) Could you please give a message to the reggae fans that are reading this and would like to know more about your faith and who Jesus is to you?
Jah Pickney: Jesus is everything to me. He is my saviour, friend, creator, God, comforter, provider, healer, guide, hope, deliverer, redeemer, teacher, helper, protector, love and coming King. And this doesn't even scratch the serface. I could not imagine living my life without Him. Things are hard enough with faith, hope and love, without it would be unbearable, not to mention eternity without Him. Look to God always for He is gracious and merciful. He will always accept you with open arms and is willing to forgive and forget. Christ has already paid the price for you, all you need to do is accept that and the wrath of God will be lifted from you and you will become righteous in God's sight and be given eternal life!
Ministry
As Jah Pickney I am committed to communicate faith, morality and the gospel of Jesus Christ in every aspect of my life from my music to my personal life and business. I strive to provide biblical answers to life’s hardest questions, and to clearly share the love of God and His saving grace through quality music. I desire to change the world through dancehall reggae music!" – Tim “Jah Pickney†Linnard
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