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Will The Wolf Kicks Off His Debut Single With A “Bang”!

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When you hear “Trinidad and Tobago“, you usually think about Soca, Carnival, and Doubles. While the twin islands are famous for those, a new generation of creatives have stepped up to break out of the norm. We’ve featured artists like Jimmy October, Sarkastik Ambassador, FVRFVN, and there are many others stepping out of the norm, but today we introduce you to new one. Making his debut as a Recording Artist is Will The Wolf with his single, “Bang“.

Produced by Andrew N.P. McIntosh (Sweff Sounds), Will The Wolf finds himself dealing with a few situations in his life, but regardless of the end result, he wants to make sure go out with a bang if things do fall apart. With some smooth production backing the lyrics, this one deserves the repeats on all the playlists. In addition to this track, is its music video which was shot by Josiah Persad Films, and directed by Will. Taking inspiration from Napoleon Dynamite and old school Anime/Kung Fu flicks, Will is either auditioning on the historical Little Carib Theatre stage, or facing his opponent in a showdown at the beach. A unique visual to accompany a dope song, and we know you’re going to enjoy it. Something different and creative, so tune in now!

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Sizzla Brings “Million Times” Worth Of Music On New Album

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Jamaican musical Icon Sizzla Kalonji continues his journey with the release of new music. With a career spanning 30 years and several dozen albums to his name, his work ethic is out of this world. Moving forward always, he recently announced his latest album titled, “Million Times”.

With a joint release through Kalonji Music and Zabogaubhi Music with distribution through One RPM Afro-Caribbean, “Million Times” a 12 track masterpiece that finds Sizzla shining as bright as ever. With no limit to his creativity, he dedicates this album to the Queens, Empresses, and all the women of the world. With tracks like “Lady Lady”, “Without You”, and the title track (“Million Times”), Sizzla aims to touch the hearts of women, and let them know that they’re loved. With news reports of women facing harassment, abuse, and violence daily, Sizzla’s album comes at a time where the message of protecting women is being strongly promoted. He also expands his sound as he dabbles with various productions outside of the norm in Reggae. A clean, fresh, and new product, Sizzla never disappoints with his releases, and looks to uplift and entertain with nothing but good music.

Born Miguel Collins, Sizzla has enjoyed a lengthy career filled with hits stemming from the 1990s. He became a global force thanks to tracks like, “Black Woman & Child”, “Give Me A Try”, “Solid As A Rock”, “Just One Of Those Days”, and many others. He is the head of the Judgement Yard community centre in August Town, founder of the Sizzla Youth Foundation, a label owner (Kalonji Music), and has lent his talents to various generations of artists worldwide.

Sizzla’s “Million Times” album will be available on October 2nd on all digital music streaming platforms. Preorders are live now through https://smarturl.it/milliontimes, and customers will receive the title track as an instant download after preordering. He urges promoters and fans alike to contact him for queries through his website officialsizzlakalonji.com as he is aware of persons conducting acts of fraud off his name. Follow Sizzla on Instagram at @therealsizzlakalonji for updates and more. He also invites you to get familiar with Judgement Yard and the Sizzla Youth Foundation on Instagram at @Judgementyard1st and @sizzlayouthfoundation_1st respectively.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: King Sporty – Thinking Of You (1973)

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Yesterday (September 19) marked the 77th birthday of the late Singer/Musician/DJ/Producer, King Sporty. A man who was never afraid to try new things, he was a man who mastered his craft well, and the world loved him. Today, we salute him on “Oldies Sunday” with the selection, “Thinking Of You“.

Released in 1973 through the Konduko label, it was a more uptempo cover of The Blues Busters’ 1971 track which was produced by the late Byron Lee. King Sporty handled production here as it was a smooth blend of Reggae, Funk, and Soul sounds. On the track, Sporty shares lyrics about a lost love who he misses dearly, how them separating affected him, and pleads they give their relationship another chance. The production was really good on this, and made many believe that Sporty was the original performer of the track. “Thinking Of You” was played at various gigs including the Gusman Hall in Miami, Florida, where King Sporty resided and became a pioneer for the Miami Reggae scene.

Prior to “Thinking Of You”, King Sporty was a DJ for the late “Sir Coxsone” Dodd’s sound system. In the 70s, he became a label owner, performer, and co-wrote the Bob Marley classic, “Buffalo Soldier“. Since the mid-80s, he was married to the late legendary R&B Singer Betty Wright until his death in 2015. “Thinking Of You” was sampled in 2010 by Hip Hop group Fun Lovin’ Criminals for their “Classic Fantastic” track.

Walk good, King Sporty!

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.@AlicaiHarley Asks The Important Questions On “I Just Wanna Know”

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When it comes to love and making new connections, people just want to know that they’re making the right decisions. You can’t be mad at someone who has their best interest at heart. For Jamaican born/UK based Recording Artist Alicaì Harley (Happy belated Birthday!), she asks the important questions on, “I Just Wanna Know“.

With a video directed by Rebekah Bird a.k.a. Rebekahbcreative, Alicaì Harley gets her 50 Cent “21 Questions” on here as she asks her love interest (played by Model Ty-Reece Stewart) what are his intentions with her, and how will handle the relationship moving forward. With a colourful visual filled with Alicaì looking glamorous in different fashion and hair styles, this is one to watch over and over. How many of you want to recreate the bathtub scene? Alicaì’s versatile delivery of the AntiWave produced track compliments the visual well, and will become a favourite of yours in no time. Alicaì has been making some great moves in her career, and is on her way to becoming a name that rings even more bells in the music scene worldwide. Watch her tek it to dem!

(Editor’s note: I think Alicaì would give GyalKapone’s “Never” a dope remix!)

(Shout out to all the couples out there, those who are trying to make it work, and those trying to make the reconnections after being apart.)

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.@BlvkH3ro, @LenoBanton To Appear On @UB40Official’s Upcoming Album!

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Jamaica’s newest generation of creatives continue to make a mark on the music scene. Whether they’re breaking barriers or making historical moves, the world is tuned in and ready to give its support. Two of those creatives making big moves are Blvk H3ro, and Leno Banton as they’ve joined the legendary UK Reggae band UB40 on their 21st studio album, “Bigga Baggariddim“.

While reports of the collaborations came about from as early as 2018, UB40 gave fans a taste of what’s to come through their recent “UBZoomy” livestreams. UB40, whose hits include “Kingston Town“, “Red Red Wine“, and “Can’t Help Falling In Love“, have previously collaborated with Jamaican acts like Lady Saw, Maxi Priest, Dillinger, Kabaka Pyramid, and Inner Circle in addition to covering many more. This marks Leno Banton’s first collaboration with the band, and the second for Blvk H3ro as he previously appeared on the Dub version of their “For The Many” album in 2019. Banton, who recently released “Brown Sugar” and appeared on Wavy Jones’ “Sine Energy” EP, is gearing up to release more singles for the rest of 2020, and is working on a full length project. Blvk H3ro on the other hand, has been staying very busy throughout the year as he released various singles, collaborated with the likes of Wavy Jones, Wayne J, Skillibeng, King Izem, and Di Ruption, and is working on a follow up to his 2019 debut album, “The Immortal Steppa“.

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Starr Dane, @DaleVirgo, @Scantana1 Bring Covid 19 Awareness On “State Of Emergency”

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The Covid 19 pandemic continues its world tour, and is taking along many lives with it. With it becoming an everyday news headline, many are still being ignorant to the dangers of this virus, and fail to follow the procedures to ensure that the number of positive cases decrease, and we find a way to vaccinate ourselves from it. While there are many campaigns and programs to spread awareness, Jamaica’s DZL Records makes a statement with, “State Of Emergency”.

Teaming up with Recording Artists Scantana and Starr Dane, and the Label’s Producer Dale “Dizzle” Virgo, the song starts off with Starr Dane chanting the line, “Urgency, urgency” to get your attention with what’s going on in the world. Promoting proper sanitization, the practice of Social Distancing and the wearing of masks, Starr Dane also makes listeners aware of the consequences of not following protocol issued by the Government of Jamaica, and the Ministry of Health. Dale Virgo who not only produced the track, joins Scantana as they skillfully lent their vocals to further drive home the message. The song features samples of various Jamaican news reports  and a speech by the Prime Minister Andrew Holness covering the Covid 19 pandemic.

STAY SAFE! FOLLOW THE PROTOCOLS! WE NEED COVID 19 OUT OF HERE!

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