Antoni Steehl

Antoni Steehl, born Donovan Anthony Scarlette in Port Antonio, Jamaica, is a singer-songwriter whose style fuses Lovers Rock, Reggae Soul, and R&B. He relocated to Kingston at age eight. Antoni was influenced by many reggae icons. He began writing songs as a teen and performed widely, quickly earning local recognition for his soulful voice.
Antoni won his first music competition at Shortwood All Age School with a cover of Whitney Houston’s “One Moment in Time.” In 2005, he was a finalist in the Jamaica Popular Song Competition with his original “Ghetto Youths Rise,” showcasing his blend of traditional and modern styles. Over the years, he has released covers and original tracks, including Nick Jonas’s “Chains” (2016) and Air Supply’s “Lonely the Night” (2021). His latest single, “Friends with Benefits” (2025), is receiving steady airplay locally and internationally.
 While his breakthrough is still unfolding, Antoni Steehl stands out as a rising force in reggae and lovers rock music.