Mama Marjas, stage name of Maria Germinario, is an Apulian singer linked to Taranto and one of the most recognizable voices in Italian reggae and black music. Since 2004, she has brought a sound that unites...
Mama Marjas is the stage name of Maria Germinario, an Apulian artist born and raised between Santeramo and Taranto, a city to which she is deeply connected. A singer, musician, composer, and performer, she is considered one of the most important figures in the Italian reggae and black music scene. Active since the early 2000s, Mama Marjas has built a powerful and recognizable musical path, starting from reggae and raggamuffin to reach dancehall, afrobeat, hip hop, soul, and Caribbean music sounds. Her warm and decisive voice, combined with a strong stage presence, has led her to perform at festivals, clubs, and major events in Italy and abroad. Throughout her career, she has released albums such as “B-Lady”, “90”, “We Ladies”, and “Mama”, collaborating with major names like 99 Posse, Africa Unite, Clementino, Ensi, Neffa, Tre Allegri Ragazzi Morti, Boomdabash, and many others. With her direct, sunny, and militant style, Mama Marjas represents a strong female voice from the South, capable of uniting music, identity, urban culture, and social commitment. 📷 Photo: Bruno, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Mama_Marjas.png)
