It’s no surprise when Artists cover popular singles, but Beniton made Rihanna’s “Work” his own with a unique remix. Dubbed his “Instamix“, Beniton flipped some of Riri’s lyrics and lashed at those who live for mix up, men who fail at loving their women, and lazy people. I can’t lie, this is a pretty dope take on the hit single. First premiered via Instagram and Snapchat, check out the track below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
Award winning Reggae Artiste Dandexx wants Jamaicans to remain confident. With the recent elections and a new leader in office many Jamaicans are just getting back to their daily routines. The Artiste has been promoting his newly released single ‘Confident’ produced by Wayne Brown on the Night and Day Rhythm. Dandexx said “This song is not linked to election but it fits the atmosphere. It encourages listeners to be confident despite any obstacle they might be facing”.
The conscious artiste started off the year receiving the award for Best Reggae Album by The Akademia Music Awards located in Los Angeles, California and now he is eager to create bigger waves in Jamaica. Dandexx has been receiving a positive feedback forhis music and received air play from several leading radio stations. He shared, “I love music; especially music that comes with a strong message for my fans”.
Dandexx whose real name is Kirk Brown is based in Los Angeles, California but was born in Kingston, Jamaica. He started making music in 1993 but did not get his break until in 2011, when he released ‘I Know You Not’ on the Human Rights imprint and ‘Fill My Cup’ which was produced by his brother Wayne Brown on his Di Next Generation Production WC Label.
Dandexx is now on a promotional movement and will be honoured at the Akademia Music Awards’ Gala in April as the winner of ‘The Best Reggae Album’ for his album ‘Soft Answer’ in January 2016. His music is currently played on major radio stations worldwide in areas such as Japan, Brazil, the United Kingdom and the United States. For updates on his music his fans can be followed on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @DandexxMusic and through his website, www.dandexxmusic.com.
Dominican Reggae Artiste Devine Songz is currently on the Island promoting his new single “Many Waters Remix” featuring Internationally acclaimed Reggae Artiste Gramps Morgan. The song is an original blend of classic and modern Reggae and has been tremendously received by his growing fan base. So far, he has been getting great responses for his extensive works in Reggae in especially the US and other Caribbean Islands, with songs such as “Forever”, “Can’t Live Without You”, “Ready or Not” and “For You”. He is hoping that with this promotional trip, he will get that same feedback from the Jamaican population with this new song.
“This promotional trip has been a long time coming. I’ve been doing Reggae music for many years because of the love that I have for this particular genre of music. I’ve always wanted to visit the place where Reggae music began and in so doing earn the respect and love of the Jamaican people” said the Recording Artiste. Many Waters Remix was produced by Cornell Phillip from Imperial Publishing and is available for purchase on all digital platforms. For this trip he’s accompanied by DJ Dane Jah Dane whom he has worked with extensively for many years.
While on the island he will be doing several interviews as a part of his promotional campaign, set up by Powerhouse Global Media. He will also be featured as a special guest on 180 Mins Live at Triple Century. After the successful completion of this visit, it is back to the studio for Devine Songz to work on supplying the demand for more authentic Reggae music. With his melodious voice, conscious vibes Devine Songz is definitely one to look out for.
Fast rising Reggae/Dancehall Artiste IQ is revelling in the success of his latest single, “Carry On”. The song has been getting such a good response worldwide and the artiste has decided to do the accompanying video for his growing fan base. The video was directed and shot by Tripledose Visuals, and this marks the first official video to come from the team. The cool hills of St. Ann and Clarendon served as backdrops to this visually stimulating masterpiece, bringing the words of the song to life. “We wanted to incorporate a natural vibe so we worked with the elements. I am not for doing the typical, I want my fans to see something different and see me marvelling at some of the Island’s most beautiful, hidden scenery. It is just a different setting, which the average Jamaican doesn’t see every day in a video” said a vibrant IQ.
The video is set to be released worldwide on the 22nd of March, 2016. The song itself has been creating waves both on the local and International market. Africa and the Caribbean region especially have been giving a lot of positive feedback and “Carry On” has been a favourite amongst many noted Radio Deejays. “I am just happy with the overall love that I’ve been receiving and it can only get better from here.”
Tripledose Productions boasts credit for the production of the Riddim. Titled One Step, the Riddim features other artistes such as Jah Vinci, Turbulence, Fantan Mojah, Zamunda and more. Fans of IQ can look forward to his upcoming performances at the Melrose Kite Festival on Good Friday and “Alcoholism” in St. Ann on March 19. He will also be performing his single “Stay With Me” which features Amanda, among other songs.
Some people dream of having the perfect home, others dream for an amazing partner, but for Dancehall Artist Tifa, she’s dreaming of a life without the dead weight in “Dreaming“. Produced by DJ Nicco’s SHS Records on the “Vacation Riddim“, Tifa drops notes about being free from the “waste man” and letting him know that there’s no second chance so he should stop scheming and keep on stepping. The production fits Tifa’s lyrics and delivery perfectly and I really believe this will a big single for her. Something different from the Dancehall Mermaid as she can go raw Dancehall in one song, and bring a feel good vibe in the next. One day dreams will come true, but it won’t be with you! Check out the track below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
Toronto based chanteuse, Sielle, has collaborated with Sean Paul on her recent release entitled, “Easy Mistake”. Laced under a heavy dancehall crossover rhythm, Sielle’s silky voice delivers smooth lyrics, melodies and harmonies. Interwoven throughout the record, Sean Paul rides the rhythm with catchy hooks and verses. The synergy between Sielle and Sean Paul is a chemistry designed to make a world hit.
Produced by hit-makers, Matthew “Esco” Thompson; 957 Muzik and Smokin Acez Media, “Easy Mistake” is an appealing tune that will have the summer buzzing. The song, written by Sielle, captures a love story based on a couple engulfed in a steamy relationship. Captivated by her man, Sielle wants to make amends. But she must move on, because love becomes a burden. She knows that loving him is such an easy mistake, yet Sean Paul tries to sway her direction. Easy Mistake is a record that most people can relate to.
From the age of 5, Sielle has been trained in classical music and attended performing arts schools. Her passion for music led her to produce, write and perform, honing her own sound. This has allowed her to claim a presence across different genres of music to include pop, reggae, folk, classical, opera, and R&B.
Growing up in Little Burgundy, Montreal and being exposed to a plethora of cultures, Sielle is bilingual and sings in French. She has performed at Nappa Valley’s Bottlerock Festival 2014 and in 2015, where Jim Peterik featured her on hit song Eye of the Tiger. She also did Montreal Reggae Festival two years in a row, smaller festivals and clubs throughout Canada. Previously released songs, include Little Girl, Change You, Runaway and Together which was penned by the legendary David Pack of Ambrosia.
Although Sielle’s sound is characterized as alternative soul; this collaboration has allowed her a chance to tap into her Jamaican roots to deliver a masterpiece. “I want to touch people with my music, my music is a dairy, what I feel, what I have been feeling throughout my life,” explains Sielle with hopes of changing lives through her music.
However, working with Sean Paul on “Easy Mistake”, has had a major impact on Sielle. This collaboration has allowed her to go into her Jamaican roots with all of her life’s experience as an artist to deliver a masterpiece. The goal is to propel into the international market that is ready to accept another musical star named Sielle.
