Legendary reggae singer Mykal Rose is back for more in 2024 with the release of his new single “SENSI,” alongside reggae rocker Skygrass. Released on the Future Sound of Reggae imprint, “SENSI” is a torch-passing remix of the hit song Sensimilla, made famous in 1980, by Mykal Rose, as lead singer of the Grammy-winning, Black Uhuru. The single is available from Friday, February 23, followed by the release of The Future Sound of Reggae Vol. 3 … Read entire article »

Veteran crooner Ken Boothe has released a new track for his catalog. Out of Tribal Global Records, it is produced by Kieran C Murray. Taken from the Jamaica Sings Robert Burns project, Ken Boothe delivers a unique and powerful version of a 239-year-old song from Scotland in a sensational intercultural fusion of Jamaican reggae music and Scottish traditional song. In 1786 Robert Burns, the world-famous national poet of Scotland, booked a ticket for a ship’s passage to Jamaica to go … Read entire article »

Some years ago, during a recording session in Jamaica, Jimi D had a discussion with one of the studio engineers who made an interesting observation. “He said to me, ‘you know you would a have couple hit chune inna Jamaica if you never leave?’ This was something I felt too,” said the Atlanta-based artist. That discussion took place at Leggo Recording Studio in downtown Kingston, where tracks for hit songs by Dennis Brown and Gregory Isaacs have … Read entire article »

By Kevin Jackson/Observer writer— Both the Bob Marley: One Love (soundtrack) and Bob Marley: One Love (music inspired by the film — various artists projects) have entered the Billboard Reggae chart. The soundtrack features 17 tracks performed by Bob Marley and the Wailers and were culled from the albums Catch a Fire, Burnin, Rastaman Vibration, Exodus, and Kaya. The set entered the chart at #9. Meanwhile, the music inspired by the film album has seven tracks and features songs by Skip Marley, … Read entire article »

When Adolph “Addy” Small migrated to the United States from Jamaica 53 years ago, the Civil Rights Movement in that country was still in full cry. He was shocked to see the conditions many black people lived in.  It inspired him to write the poem, Black Woman Anthem because a significant number of the downtrodden were female. It was recently recorded as a song by singer Michael Dawkins.  Released in late November, it is produced by the … Read entire article »

In the video for Mood Swing, his latest song, DaJourney opens up about his psychological challenges to his counselor. Those struggles have made his character’s life unbearable. That graphic scene sums up Mood Swing’s message. The Toronto-based gospel artist believes many persons with mental health problems refuse to seek professional help, sometimes resulting in things going awfully wrong. “I have first-hand seen individuals dealing with various types of mood swings, who unfortunately swing into a cover-up mood … Read entire article »

After riling up the world’s awareness to the existence of fake and evil friends with her viral song Letter To A Fake Friend, reggae-dancehall artist Abby Dallas has decided that it is time to pray for the world. In her new single World Prayer, Abby Dallas denounces evil, human sacrifice, and violence. “It came about based on the wickedness in society. A lot of Obeah is going on. Nothing else can protect you other than God. Everybody is … Read entire article »

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With one of the most impressive catalogues in the annals of lovers’ rock reggae, Sanchez remains a popular live show attraction after almost 40 years. He also continues to churn out songs, still hungry for that hit single. His latest release is The Best In Me, a song written and produced by Hopeton Lindo for Irie Pen Records. It is one of six tracks on the Favorite Rhythm, which was created by the HeavyBeat Crew. The Best In Me renews Sanchez’s link with … Read entire article »

Step into the groove with Sean Paul as he vibes to the reggae rhythm in “No Evil.” This track delves into life’s struggles, frustrations, and the determination to stand strong. Let the beat guide you through the ups and downs as Sean Paul reminds us: in the face of adversity, there’s no evil that can break our spirit. … Read entire article »