Earlier today, April 24th, Evidence Music uploaded a brand new song and video from veteran reggae artist Johnny Osbourne. The track is called “Bad Boy” and it was apparently recorded in the 90s but the files were misplaced until recently.
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On Friday, April 17th, Swedish dancehall artist Etzia shared her highly anticipated single ‘Let My Spirit Fly.’ The record is a collaboration done with international recording artist Sean Paul — the man behind mega hits like ‘Get Busy,’ ‘Gimme the Light’ and ‘No Lie.’
‘Let My Spirit Fly’ was conceptualized last March while Etzia and producer Partillo (who has worked with Chronixx, Anthony B, Christopher Martin, Charly Black, Collie Buddz, Machel Montano, Norris Man, Wayne Wonder, Fantan Mojah and others) were visiting Kingston, Jamaica. Shortly after their arrival they went to the deejay’s home to work on the song and was greeted by an overzealous Sean Paul, who apparently loved the rhythm so much that he immediately began creating lyrics and melodies. Needless to say it did not take long to complete this record.
Before returning to Sweden, Etzia and Partillo did a mini media tour on the island as they were gearing up to release Etzia‘s debut album “Motvation.” The hard work paid off as tracks from the project enjoyed respectable rotation on several major stations in Jamaica as well as overseas (Irie FM, David Rodigans’ show 1xtra on BBC radio etc.).
Though ‘Let My Spirit Fly’ is on the “Motvation” album, Partillo, Etzia and the rest of the team wanted to share it now. Their position is as follows: “this single is a freedom song dedicated to people struggling with their inner battle. In these times, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, Let My Spirit Fly inspires hope and understanding for the individual and world we live in.”
Click here to listen and download ‘Let My Spirit Fly’ from iTunes and here to check out the visuals.
A few days ago international recording artist, Ras Slick, released a new single titled “God Is So Good To Me.” Though the song was written in 2017 he thought it prudent to make it public now, with the objective being to inspire listeners to look to God in these trying times.
The record was inspired by a request from his mother, who is a pastor and wanted him to write a song about God. Though he is not a christian himself, Ras Slick is a strong believer and does not hide the fact that he tries to keep his music and overall lifestyle in line with the Word.
“God Is So Good To Me” was recorded and mastered at Slick‘s own My Time Studio by his engineer Kappah Records. Production credit goes to both Good Look Record and JMK Instrumentals.
Since the release of the track, Ras Slick, with the assistance of the Maria Jackson team, has been doing interviews to get the word out about both the song and its accompanied visuals.
As the corona virus continue to disproportionately affect those in black communities across the U.S., BET will host a relief effort concert tonight (8/7C) to raise funds for the most needy.
They are calling the event ‘Saving Ourselves‘ and it will feature a slew of entertainers from all genres. Among them will be Jamaican reggae-dancehall star Buju Banton.
On Friday, April 17th, Trini reggae artist, Queen Omega, shared her latest contribution to the reggae-dancehall industry; a new single titled “Time Is Now,” done with Jamaican veteran chanter, Jah Mason.
When we first learned that these two had a collaboration coming out we were sure that it would be a roots reggae track. To our surprise, “Time Is Now” is a hardcore dancehall record with a strong message.
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On Friday, April 24th, Guardian Group will present a live IG event called ‘Let’s Lyme Inside.’ Trending artist and dancer Ding Dong is confirmed as the headline act. He will be accompanied by members of his Ravers crew, and supported by both DJ Rebirth and DJ Nico.
This event, which will be hosted by comedian Johnny Daley and Sheena-Kay, is scheduled for 3 to 6 PM (Jamaica time). Watch live on the Guardian Group’s Instagram account (@guardiangroupjm).
Earlier today the In.Digg.Nation team released the official video for Lila Iké‘s new song “I Spy.” The track is the first published single emerging from the deal between RCA Records and the In.Digg.Nation Collective.
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