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.@YvngEv Takes Inspiration From The Caribbean For New Music, Releases “Too Experienced”

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Brooklyn-based Recording Artist Yvng Ev understands how important it is to know your roots. Having Jamaican parentage helped to shape a lot of things in his life, especially the music. While he taps into R&B, when there’s a dash of Island sounds in it, the world gets a product that goes far. Over the past few months, he has drawn inspiration from Dancehall and Reggae hits for a number of his own creations, and they have been catching on.

In 2025, Yvng Ev released, “Easy Gyal“. Produced by AusGod, Ev sings about getting caught up with a Woman who is hard to resist. Sampling Wayne Wonder’s “No Letting Go” from 2002, the track was featured on his “Trench Town Love” EP. The EP would also feature a sample of Vincentian Artist Kevin Lyttle’s “Turn Me On” from 2003 on “Good Sex & Ganja“. Come July 2026, returned with “Tight Up Skirt“, and as the title suggests, he sampled Red Rat’s 1997 hit single. The track would be taken down soon after due to sample clearances. Despite that, August 2026 would find him tapping into a sample of Bitty Mclean’s “Walk Away From Love” from 2004 for the single, “Don’t Love You“, and then followed up with “Too Experienced“. “Too Experienced” was co-produced with Dexter Yu, and sampled Barrington Levy’s 1990 classic single of the same name. Ev has been enjoying some Social Media love for his releases, with users requesting more. Not sticking to one style, he looks to expand his sound in the future, and with the right backing, get some sample clearances out of the way.

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Tony Matterhorn’s “Dutty Wine” Sampled On @RoyWoods’ New “X” Album

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Jamaica has been the topic of discussion these past few days. From celebrating her 64th Independence, to New York hosting its first Jamaica-themed day parade, to her exports making things happen in music, sports and more, Jamaica is always a vibe. Toronto Recording Artist Roy Woods knows she’s a vibe as well. Recently, he released his latest album, “X“. Released through Drake’s OVO Sound, the Singer looks to take back his spot with 10 new tracks that aim to keep the listener in a groove. Having a Caribbean background, he tapped into a sound for one of the tracks, and many of us would instantly recognize it.

On track 7 of Roy Woods’ new “X” album called “Set Fire“, Dancehall Selector/Recording Artist Tony Matterhorn’s classic single “Dutty Wine” was sampled. Produced by Di Genius, a sample of the track’s Instrumental dominates the uptempo selection along with references to the “Dutty Wine” dance and lyrics. “Dutty Wine” was produced by SupaHype on the “Smash Riddim” and released through Hyperactive Entertainment in 2006, and is Tony Matterhorn’s most successful single as it broke ground on the International market, and never left. The dance caused quite the controversy over the years, but was adopted by many, including US Recording Artist Beyonce, who performed in a number of her routines.

Roy Woods’ “X” album is out now.

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.@FreddieGibbs Samples Mad Cobra For “Axxtion” Track

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When a Woman wants good loving, she has to get it from the right Man. US Rapper Freddie Gibbs is a Man of many things, but when it comes to the Women, he’s putting a special emphasis on them. He premiered his latest EP, “RBT” earlier, and while he continues to showcase his signature flow and lyrics, he had to do something for the ladies. He makes it extra special on the track, “Axxtion“.

Produced by Thurst and VA and samples Mad Cobra’s 1992 classic “Flex“, Freddie Gibbs knows it’s time to have fun with the ladies in, “Axxtion”. Rapping between the vocal samples and Instrumental, Gibbs makes something that will have the ladies intrigued. This isn’t his first time tapping into Jamaican music as he sampled Yami Bolo and Super Beagle, and even collaborated with Agent Sasco and Popcaan. “Flex” was produced by Clifton “Specialist” Dillon and Sly Dunbar, and has been sampled plenty of times over the years with the likes of Rihanna, Fifth Harmony, Janelle Monae, Justin Bieber, and Fabolous on that list. We hope they do the right thing and credit Mad Cobra, Specialist, and the late Sly Dunbar. Speaking of Mad Cobra, we received news that he met in a Motor vehicle accident in Florida. He is in stable condition, and we hope he recovers well.

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Check Out The Many Songs That Sampled Grace Jones In Our New Playlist

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She’s a Queen, she’s a Diva, she’s an Artist in various forms, she’s an Icon, she’s a Legend, and she’s a Jamaican. Her name is Grace Jones, and we salute her today. Hailing from Spanish Town, Saint Catherine, Jones has made herself to be one of the most important figures in Pop Culture. From taking over catwalks, to making it ring out in the Disco, to captivating screens of all sizes, she created her lane, and never boxed herself in. As a part of our “Women’s History Month” feature, we share the times other Artists gained inspiration from her in the “Sampling Grace Jones” Playlist.

 For hours, you can tune in to the many times Grace Jones’ music was used in some of your favourite songs in the “Sampling Grace Jones” Playlist. From Hip Hop, to R&B, to Electronic Music, to Pop Music, Jones continues to connect with the people through new creations inspired by her. The legendary Jones continues to make her presence be felt today, and has a legacy that will inspire more generations. We salute Grace Jones, and we hope you enjoy our Playlist. We invite you to like, share, and follow us on Spotify for even more.

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Jah Cure & T.O.K Sampled On New @JColeNC Album, “The Fall-Off”

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New music is in the air, and many are breathing it all in now. American Rapper/Producer J. Cole earlier released his long-awaited album, “The Fall-Off“. The new album serves as his supposed final project, and is chock full of selections for the fans, and music lovers. The double disc covers various aspects of his life and music career, but there are familiar sounds featured throughout.

On the track, “Only You“, a track featuring Burna Boy and features production from T-Minus, DZL, and Luca Mauti, J. Cole raps about Fatherhood, the trial and tribulations of a long-term relationship, and the negative effects that can come from success. The track taps into a variety of sounds, but particularly tapped into something from Jamaica. “Only You” sampled Jah Cure’s “Longing For“, and T.O.K’s “Footprints” from the “Drop Leaf Riddim“. Released in 2004 and produced by Don Corleon a.k.a. Donovan Bennett for Don Corleon Records, “Longing For” was one of Jah Cure’s most successful releases while “Footprints” became one of T.O.K’s top crossover singles in the 2000s.

Jah Cure was incarcerated during the release of “Longing For”, and the track built heavy anticipation for the Singer locally and Internationally. It was later featured on his 2005 album “True Reflections…A New Beginning“. J. Cole’s “Only You” title borrows a lyric from the track as well. “Footprints” found T.O.K at the top of their game. The group that consisted of Alex, Bay-C, Craigy T, and Flexx eyed more International looks, the 2000s was good to them. “Footprints” gained Islandwide appeal, but when the music video premiered on US channels BET and MTV, the single secured a sizable part of the International market, and would be a mainstay for years to come. “Footprints” was featured on the group’s 2005 album, “Unknown Language“. Don Corleon’s “Drop Leaf Riddim” remains one of his most successful Riddims, and the 2004 release featured tracks from Bounty Killa, Morgan Heritage, Sizzla, Tanya Stephens, Gentleman, Luciano, Maxi Priest, and more.

J. Cole’s new album, “The Fall-Off” is out now.

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We Pay Tribute To Jimmy Cliff With New “Sampling” Playlist

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On November 24 2025, the world mourned the loss of one of Reggae’s most legendary Ambassadors, Jimmy Cliff. One of the pioneering Artists of the genre, he took Reggae to places that have never heard of it, and solidified himself as one of Jamaica’s true Rockstars. He scored big in music, and in Film, and has influenced generations. Despite him not being here physically, his musical legacy, name, and family live on. We send our condolences to his family at this time. We pay tribute to the Icon with our latest Playlist, “Sampling Jimmy Cliff“.

While Jimmy Cliff’s catalogue has been off limits in the case of sampling, there were a few Artists who were allowed a chance to, who then managed to treat the music with respect, and paid tribute through their own creations. Featuring the likes of Rebel MC, Cutty Ranks, FatBoy Slim, Afroman, and Kris Kross Amsterdam, you can tune in to some of the sampled works, and the original hits from Dr. Cliff himself. If you aren’t familiar with our Playlist selections, check them out here. Thank you Jimmy Cliff for your work and life, and may you continue inspiring many for years to come. Sleep well, legend.

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