RDX - Come Wine Gal [Official Video] [Jun 2013]:

Artist(s): RDX
Genre: Dancehall
Tune: Come Wine Gal
Producer: Ballaz Production
Video edited by: Top Floor Productions

Ninja Man - Ninja Mi Ninja [Official Video] [Jun 2013]

Artist: Ninja Man
Genre: Dancehall
Tune: Ninja Mi Ninja
Producer: DownSound Records
Director: Mr.B
Editor: Roger Maxwell

Ryno drops Real Vybz

Singjay Blak Ryno has released a new single, Real Vybz on the Bad Gal riddim.

According to the artiste, whose real name is Romaine Anderson, he is dropping a hot jam for the summer party fans.

"We're bringing back the summer party feel with this song," says the former Brigeport High School student.

The track was produced by Johnny Wonder of Hapilos Digital Distribution. An accompanying video for the song is also in the works.

Ryno, formerly of the Vbyz Kartel's Portmore Empire, will also be releasing Wanna Have Fun. Check out the tune below.

Duane Stephenson gets Brazilian deal

Duane Stephenson is set to sign a three-year deal with Brazilian booking agency, THT Event.

Yesterday, the singer confirmed he is in talks with the company to help him expand his reach in the South American country.

"I just listened to what they had to say. And it definitely sounds interesting," he told the Jamaica Observer."

According to Stephenson, he is "hammering out the details of the contract" with THT Event executives Luciano Alves and Sidney Gresser, about returning to Brazil this summer.

Mavado claims: "They Snubbed My Artiste!"

Dancehall artiste David 'Mavado' Brooks is setting the record straight regarding his recent collaboration Cheat On Me, which features fellow dancehall artiste Spice.

According to Mavado, his Mansion Records up-and-coming female artiste ShakOne was originally intended to be featured on the song, however, her vocals were replaced on the track without his consent.

Mavado says he recorded his part of the song and added ShakOne's vocals, before submitting the recording to the Jamaica-based producers. However, to his surprise, the final product featured Spice instead.

"No disrespect to Spice whatso-ever. Me and Spice have been cool for years and she's a great artiste, but the record was never intended for her to be on it," Mavado said.

Mavado says ShakOne was robbed of the exposure which he intended to give to her via the song. However, Spice is not to be blamed.

Buju Banton Freed Of Gun Charge, Juror Held In Contempt

Today is a great day for Buju Banton in his ongoing case before a Florida Federal Court.

Federal Judge James Moody handed down a ruling on Wednesday (June 26) dismissing the gun charge that was injected back into the case by an appeal court judge.

Moody also find juror Teri Wright in contempt after she lied to the court about researching the case during the high profile trial.

The judge requested that the government charge Wright with contempt for violating court orders.

Moody also dismissed the Buju Banton’s defense motion for a new trial. This means the Grammy-winning reggae star still has to serve out his 10 year sentence.

Icon of Reggae & Dancehall Bounty Killer, and International Reggae Star I-Octane Team Up To Give "Double Trouble"

U.S.A, Jamaica (21st Hapilos Digital) -  It only makes musical sense that after the huge success of their duo combination "Badmind Dem A Pree", Grammy nominated, Billboard chart topping and Icon of reggae and dancehall Bounty Killer and international reggae star I-Octane would team up again to give "Double Trouble".

Less than a week since "Double Trouble"spilled on the Internet and the song has garnered thousands of views via viral videos on youtube. The single was produced by Grammy award winner Buju Banton's eldest son Markus Myries who  who heads his own successful Markus Records label and has been delivering a succession of hits productions who have charted both locally and internationally.

Voicemail & Chevaughn - Do You Remember [Official HD Video] [Jun 2013]

Artists: Voicemail & Chevaughn
Genre: Dancehall
Tune: Do You Remember
Producer: Adde Production - 21st Hapilos
 
U.S.A, Jamaica (21st Hapilos) - Dancehall Duo Voicemail & Chevaughn Release "Do You Remember" Video. The video pays tribute to an era when dancehall was all about dancing, and highlights some favorites dance moves such as "Wacky Dip, Signal Di Plane, Thunder Clap" amongst many others. "Do You Remember" pays homage to the dance creators such as the late legendary and influential Mr.Wacky aka Bogle, the gone too soon but not forgotten Ice and beloved Voicemail group member O'Neil and all those who have contributed as they live on throughout the dancehall community.

The video features cameos by former Black Roses Crew dancer John Hype, dancer/entertainer Ding Dong, former Dancehall Queen Keiva, Bosie and Gabba Don.  "Do You Remember" was produced by 21st Hapilos was directed by RD Studios & El Puru and filmed on location in Jamaica.

Longevity, Sold out Arenas, Worldwide Chart Topping, After 5 Years Hiatus Morgan Heritage Releases "Here Come The Kings"

Although no artists like to be compared to another, Reggae's Royalty Morgan Heritage have been referred as the "Rolling Stones" of Reggae music. Their longevity, their sold out arenas and festivals, and  their worldwide chart topping music make them a contender for the music hall of fame.

 The news of super group Morgan Heritage’s return to the stage after a five-year hiatus has been exuberantly hailed by reggae aficionados globally. It is with over-the-top anticipation that fans have embraced the re-entry into the reggae landscape of this ultra talented family, the offspring of reggae legend, Denroy Morgan The past five years has seen individual members of the group charting their singular musical destiny, stepping into the solo spotlight, while still representing the Royal Family of Reggae, Morgan Heritage.

21st Hapilos: This Week Hottest Dancehall/Reggae Releases

U.S.A, JA (21st Hapilos News) - Digital distributor giants 21st Hapilos who have revolutionized the entertainment industry through online distribution, keep delivering the hottest hits from the biggest and upcoming names in dancehall and reggae music.

This week spotlights features:
• MD Entertainment & 357 Records presents Beenie Man "Hottest Man Alive". Undoubtedly holding the formula for longevity in this business, the self-proclaimed "King of Dancehall" Grammy Award winner Beenie Man has remained a fan and reggae/dancehall music lovers favorite around the world.  "Hottest Man Alive" official video has garnered over a hundred thousand views on youtube, the single distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital is now available on iTunes.

• I Am Music presents Tanya Carter "ex-boyfriend". From an early age, Belizean-born songstress Tanya Carter has had a love affair with Reggae music, she recently spend time in Jamaica to record her real life inspired song "ex-boyfriend". “I wrote the song with someone in mind, and also it comes from the personal experiences of other persons that I talk to. Everybody has that one ex-boyfriend that they can’t get enough of, but eventually have to leave" stated Tanya. The hit bound single is out now on iTunes (sorry, got no link) via 21st Hapilos Digital.

• Reggae Star Chronixx, rising artist Boom Steppa and critically acclaimed artist Delly Ranx melt their voices for "My Mother" produced by Kemistry Records. Distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital, the single is now available on iTunes.

• 21st Hapilos Digital message is clear as they present a compilation of some of the hottest and must have Reggae music with  "#SaveReggae, Vol. 2" featuring Reggae superstar Tarrus Riley "Gimme Likkle One Drop", incredibly talented Christopher Martin "Mi Friend Dem", Billboard chart topper Sizzla "Bun Fire", reggae star Gentlemen "Good Old Days", amazing and talented reggae band Mystikal Revolution Band feat Tarrus Riley "Reggae Skanking", Collie Buddz "No Time", Busy Signal "Missing You", Ce'Cile "Popular Girl", Chronixx "Thanks & Praise", international artist Alborosie "Rudie Don't Fear", reggae crooner Romain Virgo "Beat You Down" and legendary Sanchez "In Your Eyes".  "#SaveReggae, Vol. 2" is out on iTunes distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital.

• Sensi/Head Concussion gives you Munga "Real Utes". Head Concussion Records are a constant fixture on local and international charts, while their productions are blasted at the hottest dances! Having worked with the who's who in dancehall and reggae, their latest production features a fan favorite whose can easily be recognized by his high-pitched singing style, Munga "Real Utes" is available on iTunes via 21st Hapilos Digital.

• House A Stars presents Tarrus Riley & Mad Cobra "Rudeboy". Both Tarrus Riley and Mad Cobra have stamped their historical contribution to dancehall and reggae music. Mad Cobra received international success with hits topping the US Rap chart, R&B chart, peaking at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100, and Tarrus Riley official videos have garnered millions of views on youtube, he received and was nominated for many awards including 2009 Soul Train Music Awards. This legendary duo single "Rudeboy" on the "Heart Beat Riddim" is out now on iTunes distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital.

• House A Stars presents "Heart Beat Riddim" featuring Brown Sugar "Break Up Song", Edge Michael "Killsome City", Iyah Red "Joker Smoker", Ice Man "Scop Scop", isiah Mentor "Leaving Me Hanging", Kiprich "S.E.X", Lady G "Like A Virgin", Mad Cobra & Tarrus Riley "Rudeboy" and Shana S "Kiss and Make Up"..House A Stars "Heart Beat Riddim" is out on iTunes via 21st Hapilos Digital.

• Flip Money Records presents "Mogella Riddim" featuring Demarco "Clean Like God", Flippa Moggela & Voicemail "Moggela Dance", Liquid "Position Fi Mi", Scaacha "$100 Dollar Marina", Konshens "How We Living" and Agent Sasco "Next Top Model". The riddim is distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital and available on iTunes.

Prince Pin - Whining Class (6:31) [Jun 2013] [Zionnoiz Freeze Productions]

Artist: Prince Pin
Tune: Whining Class
Producer: Zionnoiz Freeze Productions

Popcaan - Unruly Rave [Official Video] [Jun 2013]

Artist: Popcaan
Genre: Dancehall
Tune: Unruly Rave
Producer: Adde - 21st Hapilos

U.S.A, Jamaica (21st Hapilos) - International billboard chart topping dancehall artist Popcaan today debuts "Unruly Rave" video. The video shot on location in Toronto, Canada depicts Popcaan rambunctious night of party in the city!

"Unruly Rave" was produced by "Made In Regio" and directed by Niko of October’s Very Own "OVO".  Octobers Very Own is Grammy winning recording artist/producer Drake’s famous Canadian marketing team.

Niko (October's Very Own) enlisted us for the production of Popcaan's Summer 2013 single "Unruly Rave." The video was a 1-day shoot entirely filmed on location in Toronto.  tr888 - states Made In Regio

Produced by dancehall/reggae mogul Johnny Wonder and created by Adde Instrumentals, Billboard chart topping dancehall artist Popcaan "Unruly Rave" single on the "Block Party" riddim is out on itunes distributed by 21st Hapilos Digital. Block, while the full "Block Party" riddim will be out July 7th, 2013! Adde Instrumentals has previously topped charts with Popcaan's singles "Ravin" .

Mavado freed of assault charge

KINGSTON, Jamaica - Dancehall entertainer David 'Mavado' Brooks was freed of an assault charge when he appeared in the Corporate Area Resident Magistrate's Court Thursday.

Mavado's attorney, Peter Champagnie said the charges were dismissed following mediation between the complainant and Mavado.

The entertainer and members of his entourage were involved in an altercation with members of the police force at the entrance to a nightclub in New Kingston.

It was alleged that Mavado punched an officer in the face.

(from Jamaica Observer)

I-Wayne continues to churn out hits

No one can accuse I-Wayne of resting on his laurels. The 33-year-old roots reggae entertainer has, once again, made a hit with his new single, 'Girl I Love You', which has been heating up the local airwaves.

His new single has been getting a positive feedback from the public, which will take us back to a time when he released songs like Living in Love and One Man Can't Satisfy Her. I-Wayne is working on other singles to be released soon with tracks like Crush Fi Dat, featuring upcoming artiste Kekei, and Danger, featuring Capone, Nightmare, Plant More Trees, and others.

However, no release date has yet been set for the album. I-Wayne is booked for a number of shows abroad. On July 18, he will appear with international reggae group MIDNITE from the Virgin Islands for a show in Atlanta. On July 19, in Orlando, Florida, and back to Fort Lauderdale on July 20.

I-Wayne is known for his positive music and an individual who always supports what is right in the music industry. "Music is a continuous thing and knowledge is unlimited so, definitely, more people will get drawn to the song and appreciate it all over," he said.

(from Jamaica Star)

Bounty goes Pop again - Joins forces with Deewaan, Sly and Robbie for collab

Dancehall icon Bounty Killer and Grammy award-winning producers Sly and Robbie have teamed up with UK-based pop artiste/producer Deewaan, to release a collaboration called 'Runnin It Wild', which they believe has the potential to become a world-wide hit.

The song is expected to bring Bounty back into the pop market, following his highly successful collaboration with No Doubt in 2001, another song which featured works from musical geniuses Sly and Robbie.

According to Sly, one half of the duo, Runnin It Wild is a potential hit.
"It really sound's good and overall a nice track that people should add to their collection. It sounds like it can break through internationally," Sly said.

The instrumental for the song is all pop, coupled with the voice of Deewaan and the hard-core lyrics of Bounty Killer. Sly says producers from his era were moulded to be musically versatile.

iCANDY - Hot Gyal Anthem + Jiggle It [Official Video] [May 2013]

Artist: iCANDY
Genre: Dancehall
Tune(s): Hot Gyal Anthem + Jiggle It
Video produced by: Cashflow Xtreme Arts
Producer "Jiggle It": Esco (Tall King Prod.)
Producer "Hot Gyal Anthem": Tall King/KheilStoneMusic [Disorda Riddim]

Karamanti - Pack Up & Run [Jun 2013] [Video Shoot Behind The Scenes]

Artist: Karamanti
Genre: Dancehall
Tune: Pack Up & Run

Tydal - Back Inna Mi Arms [Official Video] [May 2013]

Artist: Tydal
Genre: Reggae
Tune: Back Inna mi Arms
Director: Dameon Gayle
Producer: Jyorken Kennedy [Master One Productions]

Wayne J - 18 Or Older [Official Video] [May 2013]

Artist: Wayne J
Genre: Dancehall
Tune: 18 Or Older
Producer: Dennis Hamilton

Jami Dread - We Nah Play [Official HD Video] [May 2013]

Artist: Jami Dread
Tune: We Nah Play
Producer: Lyrical War Records
Juggling: Hot Skull Riddim
Get it here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/hot-skull-riddim/id625650768

Smear Bass Riddim Medley [Official Video] [Jun 2013]

Artist: Tiana, Patexx, Navino, Propa, Currenci
Juggling: Smear Bass Riddim
Producer:  Studio Vibes Entertainment
Video by: J Dash Lab

Jami Dread - Best Time [Jun 2013] [Lyrical War Records]

Artist: Jami Dread
Genre: Dancehall
Tune: Best Time
Producer: Lyrical War Records

Pull up selector! - Rory's new movements

The name Rory is synonymous with Stone Love Movements, arguably the most influential sound system in Jamaican pop culture.

Since 1982, while a student at Calabar High School in St Andrew, Rory Gilligan has been a selector for this 'immortal sound'.

Decades later, the 40-odd year-old has shifted gears, trying his hand as music producer.

"It reached a point when the standards were falling and with the move from vinyl to digital, people stopped paying attention to production and mastering the material to achieve the best quality. So I really wanted to make a difference," he tells Splash.

Gilligan has chosen the 'road less travelled' when it comes to identifying artistes with whom he wants to work.

"I could have taken the easy way out... create some beats and 'riddims', draw for the biggest artistes, record them, and release a string of sub-standard tunes. But that is not my style," he explains.

"I like being the voice of the unknown. I get a rush out of finding that voice, that artiste that nobody has heard of, or has not heard from in a long while, and work with them... I get a rush from that," he adds.

Even Gilligan's production methods are different from prevailing trends. He is not into looping tracks, but rather records section by section with melodic introductions which he hopes will produce a signature sound.

To date, he has worked with a number of London sound systems, reggae band Rootz Underground, singers Nadine Sutherland, Jah 9 and Keida.

He is particularly proud of the work he put in for Jah 9's debut album, New Name, a jazz on dub hybrid which was released recently to much acclaim.

"I put my all into New Name with Jah 9. It was hours and hours of voicing and re-voicing, trial and error, till we came up with what we thought was the right sound."

Gilligan states that one of his biggest peeves with the music business came while promoting the Jah 9 project.

"I took one of her tracks to a radio station and the disc jock listened and told me that it was wicked and loved it, but then said it would sound better if it was performed by a man. I just could not believe what I was hearing. I can't believe people still think in that way," he says.

Reflecting on his days at the turntable, he winces at some things he did.

"Now that I'm in my 40s and a lot more conservative I look back at how stupid I was in the things I did and said during the 1980s and '90s. That's why now I cannot record certain things and certain artistes, because I know the power of the microphone and the music, and the effect it can have on people, despite what other people want to say."

He is currently working on projects with the C-Sharp, Raging Fyah and Pentatuch bands and musician Addis Pablo, but still yearns to find that distinctive Jamaican voice.

""I want to work with a voice. A voice like no other, something that is very Jamaican with the haunting quality of a Burning Spear and the unmistakable 'Jamaicaness' of a Culture (Joseph Hill)."
(from Jamaica Observer)

'Double Trouble' from Octane and Bounty

After the huge success of their combination, 'Badmind Dem A Pree', Grammy-nominated icon Bounty Killer and international reggae star I-Octane have teamed up for 'Double Trouble'.

Less than a week since Double Trouble's release, the song has garnered thousands of views via viral videos on youtube. The single was produced by Markus Myrie, who also produced Badmind Dem A Pree. Hit Productions  Myrie has been delivering a succession of hit productions that have charted locally and internationally.

According to I-Octane, this song will definitely be one of the big hits for the summer. "People have been anticipating a next collab with me and Bounty Killer, so we couldn't come back with the same badmind topic. This song is definitely more street, and di people dem a take on to it. It a take on the whole world. We've been getting good reviews and it's already on international airwaves," I-Octane said.

Bounty and Popcaan make peace

Although he pledged his allegiance to his former mentor Vybz Kartel, dancehall artiste Popcaan has buried the hatchet and has reconciled with iconic dancehall artiste Bounty Killer. 

Bounty Killer celebrated his 41st birthday last weekend at Sugarman Beach in Portmore, St Catherine. It was during selector Boom Boom's set that the surprise came.

"Him (Popcaan) deh Canada pon tour and him send a voicenote to him sister and tell him sister fi mek sure mi get the song. Mi mek the link wid har and she burn it off pon a CD and mi just premiere it at the party," Boom Boom said.

In the voicenote, Popcaan said, "Yuh done know a Popcaan a represent fi Bounty Killer the legendary. Yuh done know today a yuh special day so mi just waan seh on behalf of me and the Unruly Gang, big up yuh damn self." This was followed by an a capella version of one of his songs, Party Non Stop.