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Protoje Drops His Most Experimental Album Yet, A Matter Of Time
The Jamaican artist'sΒ forward-thinkingΒ album channels an array of styles and sounds from reggae,Β dancehall, dub, hip hop and rock into a cohesive 10 track LP. All songs were recordedΒ at the legendary Marley-owned Tuff Gong Studios in KingstonΒ andΒ maintains theΒ essence of Jamaican roots music, while pushing the envelope.Β βItβs not as traditional as my last album, but itβs still authentic,βΒ explains Protoje.Β βItβs moreΒ innovative, more global and more experimental. I want to elevate reggae culture and theΒ worldβs perception of it.β OnΒ A Matter Of Time, Protoje continues his creative partnerships with [...]
Rebelution’s New Album, Free Rein, Is Out Now
Grammy-nominated reggae/rock band Rebelution have released their 6th studio album Free Rein (87 Music/Easy Star Records). PRESS HERE to purchase & HERE to stream. The 12 tracks on the LP fuse Rebelutionβs classic reggae sound with genres spanning R&B, rock, jazz and folk; this is Rebelutionβs most diverse album to date. The collection of songs shines a spotlight on the bandβs evocative songwriting, incendiary playing and timely lyrical commentary. The bold move from the powerhouse band proves their artistry and experimental prowess, [...]
Rebelution Drops New Single, “Patience”
If you need a new song to kick off your Memorial Day Weekend festivities, then Grammy-nominated reggae/rock band Rebelution has you covered. The band just released βPatience,β the final single from their forthcoming sixth studio album, Free Rein. The sultry slow burner is a reggae-R&B hybrid that eases you into a trance enabled by Eric Rachmanyβs distinguished, buttery vocals. PRESS HERE to listen to now and catch yourself nodding your head along to the meticulous beat. According to Eric, βPatience is a [...]
Rebelution Release New Video for “Healing”
Grammy-nominated reggae/rock band Rebelution have released the third single from their forthcoming sixth studio album, Free Rein. The slower tempo acoustic song, "Healing," highlights the bandβs versatility and brings a different feel from the other upbeat Free Rein singles released so far (βCelebrateβ and βCity Lifeβ). In the past, the band has released acoustic versions of their songs and albums, but here they have delivered a powerful acoustic track in a featured spot right off the bat. "I wrote [...]
Rebelution Release New Track “City Life”
Grammy-nominated reggae/rock band Rebelution have released the second offering from their forthcoming sixth studio album, Free Rein. On βCity Life,β the band teamed up with acclaimed producer Winta James (Damian Marley, Chronixx) to flawlessly capture the relaxing feel of the song while frontman Eric Rachmany sings about his yearning for the slow-paced life outside of a big city. Rebelutionβs sixth studio album Free Rein will be released on June 15th as the fourth joint venture between their 87 Music [...]