Renowned reggae icon Luciano and emerging roots singer Aaron Splendid have come together for a powerful new collaborative single titled Friends Forever, officially released on all major streaming platforms on February 1, 2026.
As the title suggests, Friends Forever is about a lifelong friendship that has stood the test of time. Aaron Splendid and Luciano have known each other since their early years, long before Luciano rose to international acclaim as one of reggae’s most respected voices. Despite Luciano’s global success and decades-long career as a leading figure in conscious reggae, the bond between the two artists has remained strong, rooted in mutual respect and loyalty.
The production of Friends Forever carries its own compelling backstory. The song’s original rhythm was created by Jermaine Gordon, also known as Star Social, an accomplished producer and artist. However, when it came time to mix the track, the original rhythm files could not be located. Determined to preserve the project, Aaron Splendid enlisted Lamar Thompson of Audiotraxx Productions, who reconstructed a new rhythm layered over the original foundation before completing the mixing and mastering process.
Friends Forever was released on So Splendid Records, Aaron Splendid’s independent label, and was distributed by Maria Jackson 27, ensuring worldwide availability across all digital music platforms.
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