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THE BLACK SEEDS’ NEW EP REFABRICATED DELIVERS REMIXES AND RARITIES
REFABRICATED: Fabric Remixes & Rarities is a tasty selection of unreleased tracks, remixes & versions from The Black Seed's 2017 Fabric album. The 6-track companion EP features 3 new, unreleased tracks from the ‘Fabric’ sessions, as well as album re-workings from the likes of DJ Mu (Fat Freddys Drop), MC Gardna (UK), Israel Starr (NZ) & Deep Fried Dub (AUS). THE BLACK SEED'S TOUR DATES
LILA IKÉ’S NEW SINGLE “WHERE I’M COMING FROM” IS OUT TODAY
Hailing from the rural parish of Manchester, Jamaica, Lila lets you know her starting point is a humble beginning on her latest single "Where I'm Coming From." Her formal declaration of gratitude—like many self-aware reggae artists—graces her journey beyond her homeland that will take her to new heights. The song is a benediction to her promising music career. Her voice is full of hope and conviction declaring her strength to welcome any challenge."Won't be an easy road, but anytime mi overcome the [...]
Protoje Unleashes New Video For “Not Another Word”
GRAMMY-nominated artist, songwriter, and philosophical thinker Protoje takes his message to the streets of downtown Kingston, Jamaica, on his new video for “Not Another Word.” On the call-to-action anthem, he recruited fellow Jamaican comrades Agent Sasco (Assassin) and Lila Iké. On this visually-stunning guerilla street rally (directed by RD Studios), the trio bands together to address hypocrisies and encourage people to take responsibility for their actions. “It was important to me that we touched on everyday scenes that aren’t uncommon to see when we take a look at happenings [...]
The Late Ones’ New Song “Tell Me Not”
The Late Ones' new single “Tell Me Not” is a soulful track about authenticity in relationships. Conscious lyrics flowing over a solid beat, a funky bassline, and smooth guitar licks create a sonic appeal reminiscent of great hip hop collectives like The Fugees and The Roots. “The inspiration behind ‘Tell Me Not’ comes from the unconditional love and support that we receive from that one girl who through thick and thin, has stood by your side,” says the band. Recorded with Noah [...]
Spragga Benz “If Yuh Ready”ft: General Levy
Jamaican dancehall icon Spragga Benz dropped a new single, “If Yuh Ready,” a collaboration with UK dancehall legend General Levy. It’s the next peek into the new music on his upcoming album, Chiliagon, which is due later this year and is a project that pairs Spragga with top UK vocalists and producers representing UK genres that have Jamaican roots, including Rodney P, Illaman, Killa P, Hype and Fever, Harry Shotta, Acala, and more UK music giants. Click here to listen to "If Yuh [...]