Canadian Hip-hop Artist, UZMAN Collaborates With Jamaica’s Dancehall Trio, Nuh Limit Family (@UZMAN1 @nuhlimitfamily)

rolling-high-uzman-2nd-changesNuh Limit Family – the group many are comparing to international stars, Ward 21 – recently connected with Canadian hip-hop artist, UZMAN, on the single “Rolling High.” As the legalization and open use of marijuana is now an ongoing topic in Jamaica and North America, both camps decided to do a track centered around the subject of getting high but addressing it from their perspective. The song was produced, mixed and mastered by popular producer, Lamar ‘Cell’ Thompson, of Audio Traxx Studio, (located in Old Harbor, Jamaica, which is where the Nuh Limit Family is based).

Based on the buzz it is currently getting in the streets, “Rolling High” has already been added to rotation on credible Jamaican radio stations like Irie FM, Suncity and Reggae Radio JA. It can be streamed via the following link and DJs can send an email to (MJE) info@mjent.net for a promo copy: https://soundcloud.com/uzman/nuh-limit-family-ft-uzman-rolling-high-main

This is the 2nd collaboration by the Nuh Limit Family and UZMAN. They also did a well-received remix of Nuh Limit Family’s “shots in ma cup” in 2015. That record became somewhat of an anthem in both Old Harbor as well as parts of Toronto, where UZMAN is based. Additionally, as Nuh Limit Family has performed on Sting and other well established stage shows across the island, they invited UZMAN to perform with them at the Jamaica Jamboree in Tovoli Gardens in 2015. They received a positive response from the crowd so much so that it prompted the men to continue to work together.

Ward 21 Releases Second Single from EP “Shadow” (@Ward21Music)

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“Shadow” is the second single from Ward 21’s “Power Surge” EP released last October. Built around the ever-fresh scorcher “Woman is like a shadow” by the Meditations, the Waterhouse trio is easily transforming this Reggae classic into a distinctive Ward 21 anthem. The single was produced by group member Kunley McCarthy for his newly installed Billionaire Bootcamp Records imprint.

Ward 21 was founded by Andre “Suku” Gray, Mark “Mean Dog” Henry, Kunley McCarthy, and Ranaldo “Rumblood” Evans – who left the group in 2008 – in the late 1990s and is one of the most successful acts of the dancehall genre. They have been named after the psychiatric ward at the University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston. In the beginning, they were mentored by King Jammy, famous producer and sound system owner. Ever since then they have been successfully touring all over the world. Click here to listen to “Shadow.”

New Release from Nesbeth “New Gangster” (@NesbethReggae)

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Nesbeth’s latest release, on DJ Frass’ Street Light Riddim, seeks to redefine the concept of gangster for a new generation. On the track, Nesbeth sketches out a vision of what could be possible if people made up their mind to bring about change. Some have interpreted his lyrics as a swipe at incarcerated Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel, but his message of aspiring to be “rich and up” sounds more positive than provocative.

With Jamaica experiencing elevated crime rates at the start of the new year, this tune is right on time. Click here or on the image above to listen.

TV Show Launches 21st Hapilos Top 10 Digital Chart (@21sthapilos @thereleaseja)

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21st Hapilos Digital Distribution has partnered with television programme The Release to launch the 21st Hapilos Top 10 Digital Chart in an effort to promote digital sales. The chart will feature songs/videos that receive high numbers of sales, downloads and streaming on over 200 different platforms including Amazon, iTunes, Spotify and Tidal to name a few.

The President for 21st Hapilos Digital Distribution Kelly Dudley shared “Hapilos Entertainment’s partnership with The Release was a no brainer for us, we are very passionate about the Jamaican music industry and The Release shares our passion”. Talisa Taylor, Executive Producer to The Release said “The Release’s former chart was based on local and international music trending online but now we have a chart based on digital distribution facts. This will definitely be a game changer for the music industry here in Jamaica”.

The Release is in its 2nd Season on CVM TV and HYPE TV. It is an entertainment and lifestyle program that features local and international releases and reviews in music, food, fashion, and technology. ‘The Release’ airs on CVM TV on Fridays 9:30 pm, with repeats Saturdays 10:00 pm and on Hype TV (Jamaica, Barbados,  St Lucia,  St Vincent & The Grenadines  and Antigua) on Tuesdays at 8:30 pm with repeats Thursdays and Saturdays 6:30 p.m.

New EP From Dancehall Artist Shawn Storm (@kwashawnarecord @shawnstormmuzic)

shawn-stormKwashawna Records presents Shawn Storm’s “The Real Sivva EP.” The hit filled EP features 9 blazing songs from the dancehall star, namely: “Infliction,” “When Life Get Hard,” “Virtous Woman,” and Sivva Skit, “Focus,” “High On Life,” “Dutty Hear” and “Nuh Love Likes.”

If you are a lover of dancehall music, culture and lifestyle, this is a must have for your collection. “The Real Sivva EP” is available on iTunes and all major online digital stores now. It is distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital.

Dancehall Star Konshens to Perform in London on Feb. 3rd(@KonshensSojah @Runabeat)

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On February 3rd, reggae and dancehall lovers in London, UK will get a treat as mega super star Konshens will be performing at the Coronet Theatre, 28 New Kent Road, London, SE1 6TJ. He will be joined by Charly Blacks, DHQs Sher & Nickiesha. The event is hosted by Jamaica’s Curvy Diva, Yanique.

The doors will open at 10pm and the party goes on until 6am. For tickets and additional information, click here.

Bugle’s Single “Morals” Now Available for Digital Download (@buglemusic @k20records)

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Popular reggae and dancehall star Bugle stands on his “Morals” as he delivers his latest single produced by K20 Records. Known for his conscious and empowering lyrics, the hit bound single distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital, is now available to all on Amazon, Deezer, iTunes and all major online digital stores.