Being one of the top Hip Hop acts in North America, Kardinal Offishall has always reached out to the land of his heritage, Jamaica. From collaborating with top Dancehall acts to incorporating Dancehall styles in his songs, Kardinal always managed to keep a close link to Canada and Jamaica. Tonight on Onstage he spoke about his new position at Universal Music, his recent nomination at the JUNO Awards, his upbringing, collaborating with Bounty Killa that gave him his break in Jamaica, promoting new music on the island, and creating a movement to help Caribbean artists, designers, and producers to bring their talent to a larger audience. Great interview here, Kardinal also premiered the music video for his “Tattoo/Rude Bwoy” single which was shot in Jamaica. I commend him for donating to the Clonmel Primary and Junior High as well. Check out the video below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
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Dropping some dope music all the way from Milwaukee is Rapper Vonny Del Fresco. Titled “yours.” which features singer Carpe DM and production by Jamaica’s BNJMN, this a great mix of dope bars for the ladies, a great hook and top notch production. I can’t imagine what a music video for this would look like. BNJMN is someone to look out for in Jamaica who has been making some really good production for a long time. This is the first single off Vonny’s upcoming EP “After It All” in which BNJMN lent most of his production to. You don’t have to play any games, make this track yours by checking it out below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
On March 8, 2014, Kingston’s Club Indulge paid homage to the late great Notorious B.I.G. and celebrated the elevation of Jamaican Hip Hop. Hosted by The Sickest Drama, patrons were treated to big performances by Reazonz, Shanique Marie, Monopoly King, Tristan of Sons Of Liberty and a few special guests. Brought to you by Vision High Filmz, check out the video below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
Today’s new mixtape comes from Sly Rankin. Dropping his 4th effort titled “Dunce Upon A Time” with Solja Life Records and mixed by DJ Dean, we get 10 tracks from filled with hard hitting lyrics, a little Hip Hop history, and something for the ladies. With production from Alric & Boyd, Michael DaCosta, Stephen Bravo and more, this promises to be a good listen from “The Wickedest Jamaican Rapper In The World“. This mixtape also features him being interviewed on Hot 102 FM by Copper Ash and Sherilla. Check out the mixtape below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
It’s all about the money today as Rapper KDon lets us know he wants it all. Hopping on Traverse (a.k.a. Bruce) and Lady Livi’s “Bill“, KDon expresses how he wants the type of money that keeps on growing in all currencies, and being able to afford all the luxuries and enjoy life to the fullest. Where’s the money? He wants them in $5, $10, and $50 notes. Will Livi and Bruce give this SOS Dynamikz production another try for another remix? Stay tuned. Check out the track below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
