Jamaican Music Icon Sizzla Kalonji continues to display an immaculate work ethic through the release of singles, and albums. While fellow Artists would find themselves enjoying holidays and taking breaks from the Studio, Sizzla taps into his passion of creating timeless music to bring the people together, with no sense of fatigue. The past few months has kept the Reggae/Dancehall Icon busy, but he keeps on pushing. With his upcoming album, “Rise Up”, he continues to share his passion with the world.
Featuring 12 tracks and production by Kalonji Music Production and Blaqk Sheep Music, “Rise Up” will find Sizzla Kalonji giving you his signature sounds and melodies, with uplifting lyrics that will tap into your consciousness. With so many things going on in the world today, Sizzla provides the kind of music that will keep you centered, positive, and focused. Announced on July 1, which is recognized as International Reggae Day, Sizzla continues his role as an Ambassador for Reggae music to let the people know that greatness is on the way. “Rise Up” is one of the many releases this year, and he plans to release content in support of the upcoming album. Sizzla Kalonji is also gearing up to take Reggae music on the big stage later this month at Reggae Sumfest in Catherine Hall, Montego Bay.
Sizzla Kalonji’s “Rise Up” album will be available to the public on July 22, and is now available for pre-save on all digital music streaming platforms. Listeners who pre-save the album will instantly receive a copy of the track, “We Pray”.
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