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Samory I, one of Jamaica’s most promising reggae artists to watch, releases his eagerly-awaited solo debut album Strength along with a new video for its single “Outside” feat. Lila Iké, out today, Nov 17, 2023, via Overstand Entertainment and Easy Star Records. The LP follows Black Gold, his [...]

“Samory I is one of the most important artists of this present era. He’s a Jamaican roots man who holds fast to the Rastafari faith and makes records which are rarely less than essential.” - Echoes Magazine (UK) Samory I pours waves of emotion into every word he [...]

 ROOTS & REALITY SINGER SAMORY I DELIVERS A PRIDEFUL EXPRESSION OF BLACK IDENTITY ON HIS NEW SINGLE “CROWN” OUT MAY 19     May 19, 2023 – One of the most unique modern roots voices in Jamaica Samory I returns today with “Crown,” his brand new song accompanied with [...]

 A SOBERING LOOK AT THE HARSH REALITIES IN KINGSTON AND BEYOND November 11, 2022 – It takes a messenger like Samory I, born and raised in the rough Kencot neighborhood of Kingston, to deliver such a powerful single like his “Blood in the Streets,” capturing the realities of [...]

Mortimer returns with his latest single, “Whole Heap,” the first taste of music from his highly-anticipated debut full-length dropping on Overstand Entertainment/Easy Star Records. “Whole Heap” blends a reggae bassline and traditional Rastafarian Nyabinghi percussion with an R&B sensibility that keeps evolving Mortimer’s sound.  After some high-profile collaborations [...]

Producer Winta James has today released the full ‘Gratitude’ Riddim, which features versions from Jaz Elise, Samory I, Mortimer, Kumar Fyah, Naomi Cowan and Ras-I. The Riddim is a contemporary reggae one drop riddim, featuring traditional drum and bass from the legendary duo, Chris Meredith & Wilburn “Squidly” Cole. The [...]

Armed with his self-professed calling to proclaim the Almighty’s message, Samory I has today released ‘Love and Mercy’, a comforting reminder to others in the face of strife. The track is the next single on the new juggling “Gratitude Riddim,” the latest from producer Winta James.The Riddim features versions [...]