During production for This Is It, his five-song EP, singjay/producer Masta Recka says he knew the project was special. The recording sessions were seamless — almost mystical. “Imagine five songs that the artists wrote and sang their souls out. The engineers and composers captured some of their best work as if the stars aligned,” said the Florida-based Masta Recka. Masta Recka This is It was released in May by Zyfex Artists, a company he started in 2002 while attending … Read entire article »

The Conscious One, Mackie Conscious collaborates with The Messenger Luciano to bring the conscious message of hope in a song “BRIGHTER DAY”- when all is said and done this world will be a better place,” after going through worldwide tribulations of the recent times. It did not require much for Luciano to consent to being a part of this interesting project, as it fell right in line with the consistency of the messages he usually delivers. … Read entire article »

(Photo by: Veronique Vial. Cover Design by: Polonsky Design) Kēvens, the multi-talented artiste known for his captivating performances and thought-provoking music, is set to release his highly anticipated single, “Legal Dreamers”, on June 23, 2023.  This dynamic track merges the infectious rhythms of Reggae with the pulsating energy of EDM, creating an anthem that transcends genres and captivates audiences worldwide. With the global rise of Drum and Bass, Kēvens stands out as a trailblazer, bringing his unique blend … Read entire article »

Buju Banton. Gearing up for another momentous era, GRAMMY® winning, and international reggae icon Buju Banton returns to the dancehall on his intoxicatingly catchy new single entitled “Coconut Wata (Sip)”—out now via Gargamel Music/ Roc Nation Records / Def Jam Recordings.  A vibrant and catchy dancehall track that encourages listeners to stay positive and resilient in the face of challenges, “Coconut Wata (Sip)” showcases Buju’s distinctive dancehall style, evolution, and lyrical prowess.  Slinky keys set the tempo as … Read entire article »

By Kediesha Perry/Observer writer— Dr Carlene Davis Veteran gospel artiste Dr Carlene Davis has paid homage to the late Norris Weir — former lead vocalist of rocksteady group The Jamaicans — through her latest track No Regrets. “He was a great singer, songwriter and a close friend of Tommy Cowan. They both sang and wrote several hit songs together to include the winning Festival song of 1967 Baba Boom Time,” Davis told the Jamaica Observer. Released on May 26, the track … Read entire article »

‘Celebrating Jamaica 61’ with music that ‘will not expire’ By Yasmine Peru/Senior Gleaner Writer— ‘Celebrating Jamaica 61’, the reggae album from Tad Dawkins paying tribute to Jamaica’s 61st year of Independence. Eleven years after the release of his successful Jamaica 50 compilation, Tad Dawkins, founder and head of Tad’s Records, has assembled an eclectic array of artistes for his reggae album in tribute to Jamaica’s 61st year of Independence. Tad Dawkins Titled Celebrating Jamaica 61, the project was initially scheduled for … Read entire article »

By Howard Campbell/Observer writer— Scepta Roots singer Scepta reckons he has recorded as many as 20 songs in the last 18 months. Although satisfied with all of them, he has a special feeling for This World, which he did with Mykal Rose. He produced This World which was released in May by his company, World Scann Family. The link with Rose came through a mutual friend and is the realisation of a career ambition for New York-based Scepta. “It means the world to I … Read entire article »

The “Action” trailblazer, renowned Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist Nadine Sutherland drops  “TRIUMPHANT” song and video.  The track builds on the theme of inspiration, following the success of her single “Queen.”   The empowering new single hears Sutherland’s signature vocals, paired with lyrics of motivation. This resonates as listeners receive messages of strength, resilience, and triumph in the face of adversity.  “Triumphant” serves as a powerful anthem for individuals who have overcome challenging circumstances “, Sutherland says.  Nadine’s own journey has seen challenging times which makes her relate to experiences others … Read entire article »

When singer Jango Thriller decided to revive his music career last year, he wanted to record songs that drew couples to the dancefloor or simply just rock to the beat.That amorous sound can be heard on Rejuvenate, his album which was released last October. It contains Never Too Much, a old school lovers jam. “Its intent is to show love’s unlimited boundaries. The concept for Rejuvenate, which is a compilation of mostly love songs, was to … Read entire article »