Jerome "Serocee" Thompson is a Hip Hop/Reggae Artist and businessman. Serocee was born in Small Heath, Birmingham UK. Both Serocee's Mother and Father were revered sound system DJ's and Selectors during the British Reggae movement of the 70's. His father most notably was in the National Champion "Cosmic" sound.

Serocee is an accomplished DJ in his own right and has played at many clubs, house parties and even blues' (Jamaican all night dances). He has also been involved in many Sound-clashes as a DJ. He feels equally comfortable, beit on stage performing a rehearsed show, making up freestyle songs (off the top of his head where the crowd has provided subjects) or behind the decks. Serocee has been described as the epitome of the consummate professional.

Younger Years:

As a baby, Serocee was sent to his family's home town of Kingston, Jamaica, where he was schooled.

Young Serocee lived with his extended family while he was in Jamaica and thiswas where he had his first real exposure to Reggae music. From this point on,his lasting love affair with music was born.

Due to a strict Christian upbringing (by his aunt and uncle), reggae music was not allowed in the home, but it could be heard almost everywhereelse. He recalls seeing a lot of big Reggae artists in their younger years, when they were freestyling on the corner. Regularly Sero would join in.As he was only young and had not yet honed in on his talent, he wouldmerely recite lyrics that had already been recorded by established artists.All of this formed part of Serocee's performance schooling.

Serocee showed signs of his musical talent at an early age and his native roots still resonate through his work. Over the years, many have commented that his exposure and acceptance of different genres of music has helped to elevate himboth as a performer and lyricist - thus setting him apart from his rivals.

Serocee penned his first melody at the age of eight and has gone on to write songs for himself and other notable artists. As a teenager he returned to Birmingham, England. Serocee found the transition tricky and often got intoaltercations with his new counterparts. He quickly became known for havingclever/witty responses to any quips from his adversaries and soon his foes were suffering from a more verbal punishment. "We'd spend hours cussing/blazingat lunchtimes, during class, break times then after school - basically atany opportunity. I guess that was all part of my training". By the age of 14 Serocee and long-time friend DLT created a rap group called"Crossfire" and they achieved local success working with British Reggae Icons such as Pato Banton.

Being part of the Birmingham rap scene during the "Golden Years" of rap meant there were many battles going on whether it was in a club, on a soundsystem or on the street corner with somebody beat-boxing. Over those yearsbattling, not only did Serocee gain plaudits from his peers, but he was alsowidely renowned as one of the best and most versatile freestyle rappers in Birmingham and won many competitions. It was from this point on, thatSerocee became known for his ability to switch between Reggae and Rap withease! Not only was Serocee able to cross genres but his lyrical prowess demonstrated finesse as he always made a conscious effort to refrain fromexcessive profanity and derogatory lyrics.

Serocee's major musical influences span across a number of musical genresfrom Reggae to Jazz. The most notable artists to influence his music range fromthe likes of Bob Marley and Ninjaman to Nas, Redman, Stevie Wonder and Ray Charles. "The list goes on I suppose I have an eclectic musicalpallet" Serocee said nonchalantly in an interview once.

Current:

Since moving to London in 1999, he has been extremely busy with various aspectsof life both musically and day to day living, "People sometimes don't realize that music is like a relationship, one minute you’re in love the nextminute you can't stand it but for a musician you always end up making back upwith it".
He is currently polishing his debut solo project and preparing for his imminent global tour.

Serocee's debut single "Life" was released in 2006 and receivedcritical acclaim since then he has released further singles and been involvedon projects with the likes of Basement Jaxx, MJ Cole, Zed Bias, and Toddla T,Reggae heavy hitters such as Shaggy collaborators Brian and Tony Gold, General Levy, South Rakkas Crew and Lloyd Brown not to mention British Hip Hop veterans Karl Hinds, Seanie T, Roots Manuva and Super group Moorish Delta!

In addition to his extensive recording, Serocee has also been very busy on the road touring both as a solo artist and also with other groups namely, BasementJaxx, Public Enemy, The Roots, Busta Rhymes and many more. Serocee has also been involved with the "Whose Rhyme Is It Anyway" shows - this is where a completely improvised stageshow is created with full input from theaudience pulling objects out a hat, creating characters for the performers orscenarios. The show is only as good as the crowd's participation.

Business Ventures:

In December 2008 Serocee founded the Windrushpickney brand, which is not only a reflection of his roots but it is also a way of life for many ethnic minorities living in Britain today. Windrushpickney consists of a Caribbean Car Rental company, a Music Publishing company and a Record Label. Serocee's entrepreneurial activities don't end there... his business ventures also stretch to a music production firm "No Long Ting Ltd" and a social magazine.

Most recent work:

Serocee still continues to record with his old production compadre Urban Monk and recently (August 2009) released the single Bandeng.

Serocee will be releasing two full length projects between the final quarter 2009 and 1st quarter 2010.