Anxiety and chaos have been global buzzwords for the past two years.
Wary of global warming, pandemics, conflicts and other frightening developments, Hopeton Lindo wrote and produced “Don’t Do It”, a song on which he collaborates with the Queen of Reggae Marcia Griffiths and Freddie McGregor.
Released on June 30, 2022, by Irie Pen Records and now available on all digital platforms. “Don’t Do It” is the lead single from his upcoming album for that label.
Even before he wrote the song, Lindo knew extra voices were critical.
“It was my idea of a triple collaboration, so I approached Marcia and Freddie and both agreed without hesitation, bringing the Queen, the Captain and the Pen together to deliver a strong reggae message,” he said, referring to the artists’ monikers. Legendary musicians include Sly Dunbar, Robbie Shakespeare and Willy Lindo, song mixed and mastered at Heavy Beat Recording studio.
Lindo is one of dancehall/reggae’s prolific composers. He co-wrote or wrote classics like “Telephone Love” by J C Lodge, “Temptress” by Maxi Priest, “Mr. Loverman” by Shabba Ranks and others.
“Don’t Do It” is inspired by turbulent times.
“I am very concerned about the global uncertainty and that inspired the writing of such a song. Hopefully, the message in the music is received,” he said.
The yet-titled album will be his first since, “My World Your World”, which was released in 2015.
Lindo’s previous EP was “In The Mood”, a collaborative effort with fellow singer Fiona, was released in July, 2021. It contains the hit song, “In Your Eyes”.
—By Howard Campbell
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