“Not a gun chune; a chune for the ghetto yutes” is the disclaimer provided by the young Deejay named Leno Banton on his latest single. Getting ready for “REMSZN“, he has enlisted Producer SNR for “AK Beat“. With a Beenie Man sample to boot, Leno provides listeners some social commentary and encourages those who are going through it to “Free Yourself“. Substance over hype, keep Leno Banton and his REM Collective on your radars. Artwork provided by Khari Gordon! Check out the track below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
We’ve featured this single a few months ago and heard greatness from what some may call a unique pairing but recently, Recording Artist Allan Kingdom took the trip to Jamaica, called up Chronixx and brought to us “Fables“. Directed by Martin C. Pariseau and starring DamanhiMcghuie and Oprah Forknot, the Artists share their stories on breaking stereotypes, refuting things that they’ve heard about growing up to be fables, and standing out while connecting with nature. These lyrics blend in with the visual as we see a young man taking the trek to discover his own truth by leaving his home and finding a woman who lives by a river. Off Allan’s “Northern Lights“, check out the video below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
Protoje is hitting the road! With his “Ancient Future North America Tour” in effect, he has brought along his “Royalty Free” project. Today, he fires off the visuals for what may be the biggest song off the project, “Can’t Feel No Way“. Directed by Yannick Reid, Diggy British kicks off the rhymes fresh off his Tour Bus and shows that no matter where he is, he will bring the power of Reggae with him. Perform dabs with Proto as he shows off some fancy dance moves with Paris Lamont. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen to the “Royalty Free” project and get your Protoje fix! With the hard hitting Production and a fun video, you “Can’t Fee No Way” about it! Check out the video below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
After the single comes the video, I-Octane is not wasting any time this year! While he’s having a busy 2016, Octane wanted to ensure that he has contributed to the “Summer ’16” playlists. With “Up Fi Di Ride” gaining great buzz lately, he today unveiled the visual for it. Directed by Bling Blang, Octane parties away in this one with the help of some popular Dancers. The addition of some colourful graphics helps to keep eyes glued to the screen and further enhances the energy from the single. Ladies will ensure to catch on to the moves being displayed, or create their own. Don’t expect the “Hot Ras” to cool it any time soon as his “Perform” single, a collaboration with Soca Artist/Producer Jus D., will get the visual treatment very soon. Check out the video below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
While he announced the new EP recently, Rapper Five Steez kicks off his “HeatRockz” campaign with a first single. Titled “Dirty Couch” and produced by Mordecai Beats, Steez slows it down and makes cookie cutter Rappers who are a liability to the culture know it’s time to pack it up or feel his wrath. Aiming to bring back the essence to the music, Five Steez is tired of those who dilute it and has enough artillery for when they step to him. A head banging number, be on the look out for more from the “Yard Nigga Rap” MC as he chefs it up with Mordecai in the lab. Check out the track below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
Devin Di Dakta has been booked for the newly revamped Reggae Sumfest. The artiste who recently released the collaboration with dancehall’s new naughty girl RR entitled ‘Rev Out Di RR’ is now eager to hit the stage with RR by his side. Both artistes signed to the John John Music Group label have been receiving great reviews for the single and airplay locally and internationally.
RR has collaborated with artistes such as Movado, Sizzla and Bay C to name a few. Additionally, she has been working with several producers on releasing new sizzling dancehall singles for the summer. RR said “I am excited that Devin has invited me to perform with him on Reggae Sumfest. This will be my first time and I am preparing for a mind blowing performance”. Devin added “RR is a growing brand and she is an incredible talent, we have great chemistry on stage”.
Manager for both artistes Shelly-Ann Curran of John John Music Group is also excited about the venture and is satisfied with the progress of both acts. “What we have at John John Music Group is a double dose of passion and talent so we believe that they will leave their mark on Reggae Sumfest”.
Both artistes performed ‘Rev Out the RR’ for the first time at the Youth View Awards earlier this year and again at Magnum Beach Invasion. RR can be followed on Instagram and Twitter @RR_musiq and Devin Di Dakta @DevinDiDakta
