Representing Jamaica and Canada, Rapper/Producer Chillaa has been a part of the Hip Hop/Dancehall scene in Toronto for quite a while. While he has added his Production to many singles, he now unleashes a Mixtape for your listening pleasure. Featuring Dancehall ArtistsRizzla and Nemesis, this 10 track project showcases the sounds and influence from both locations. Art by Peter Lux. Check out the mix below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
Recording Artiste Darrio cleared the air after rumors began to circulate that the former Subkonshus Artiste was beaten and rushed to Hospital. This came after a picture emerged on Social Media showing him seemingly unconscious. He is now making it clear to all his fans that this was never a publicity stunt. He said, “These photos were taken by persons on set of my video shoot and posted online by them. They look real as I was acting for the video but I never told anyone to post that I was beaten up or anything to that nature”. PR agent for the Artiste, Talisa Taylor of Taylor Made Events and PR Management said “Darrio does not need any added pressure now. He has just lost someone close to him. I would appreciate if persons give him the time to grieve”. Darrio who was on set of the video shoot for his new single ‘Just for Living’ produced by Dameon Gayle released several statements since the photos surfaced making it clear that the photos were simply misunderstood.
The ‘Friends With Benefits’ Deejay is fully focused on his musical career and is looking forward to the release of the new video and more music. Darrio added “Not everyone is desperate enough to create controversy to be recognized. I have never been a controversial Artiste and I have no reason to start now”. Darrio can be followed on Twitter at @Darriomusik, Instagram and Facebook at @Darriomusic.
Recording Artiste Badd Indyann exercises his lyrical potency with his new viral video for the single ‘Destroy 80’. The ‘Game Head’ artiste speaks to his love for music and him being the ‘New Era Lyricist’. The song produced by Garrison Inc Production quotes Indyann singing: “Lyrically me savvy with a creative energy; it’s like a bond with di music but it’s more than chemistry; stratospherical connections with d stars and galaxy”.
The single has been receiving a lot of online support and mixed commentary. Badd Indyann said “I did a song called Game Head that has been doing well underground and this opened my eyes to a new fan base but Destroy 80 is a more hardcore Dancehall single”. Badd Indyann added that he is ready to start promoting in the streets of Jamaica where he is made aware his music is being supported.
Another most recent successful single for Badd Indyann is entitled ‘Game Head’ on the ‘Press Gas Riddim’ produced by Eldoh Rado Production based in Montego Bay, Jamaica. With over 200,000 views the video for the single was shot by OCM Productions which features the Artiste in bed with a female model playing video games and getting intimate. Badd Indyann is now back on the promotional trail to promote ‘Destroy 80’ and soon after his follow-up single ‘World Travel’ produced by Ehvenz Production. He said “Based on the success of ‘Game Head’, I am eager to get back to work to make Destroy 80 a success”. Badd Indyann’s fans can follow his progress on Twitter @BaddIndyan and Instagram @Badd_Indyann and Facebook at Badd Indyann Music.
Recording Artiste Renee Reid popularly known as RR has now changed her name to ‘Rre’ (pronounced Ree). The Rev Out Di RR Singer is signed to John John Music Group and has garnered the interest of an oversees label. Shelly-Ann Curran of John John Music Group said “This change is long overdue but it is a part of a re-branding initiative for Rre”.
Rre recently released her collaboration with Devin Di Dakta known as Rev Out Di RR produced by Christopher Birch for Birchill Music on the ‘Moskato Riddim’. Rre said “I am truly excited to take my career to the next level; I have two new Dancehall tracks that I will be releasing soon titled Every Head Turn and One Girl Army so look out for those”.
Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Rre was exposed to music and dance at a tender age. She has performed on several major stages and is ready to cross over with her new single Every Head Turn. The single produced by Sham of Real Records Label in the United Kingdom is on the ‘Hardcore Riddim’. Rre and her management group are now on the promotional trail and will begin media runs next week. She can be followed on Twitter at @RreOfficial and Instagram at @RreOfficial.
Over the weekend, the “Unruly Boss” Popcaan made a guest appearance on Drake’s “OVO Sound Radio“. The nearly 3 hour long Programme also featured two sets from host Oliver El-Khatib as he mixed new music from popular and emerging Artists in Hip Hop. Popcaan’sDancehall set however featured some of his old and new singles including “Ova Dweet“, “Unruly Prayer“, “World Cup“, “Fall In Love“, “Wicked Man Ting“, his collaborations including Aluna George’s “I’m In Control“, “Bad A Road” featuring Kiprich and Jah Son, the remix to Drake’s “Controlla“, Dosa Medicine’s “Badman“, and of course the now infamous “One Dance” Dubplate used at the recently held Red Bull Culture Clash. Listeners who were not fully familiar with Popcaan were treated to a crash course of sorts while fans raved as they heard their favourite Artist’s songs on the very popular show. While he celebrated another year on earth yesterday, what will the new year reveal for Poppy? Check out the guest mix below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
Recently we featured the trailer, but today we premiere Usain Bolt and Gatorade’s animated Film, “The Boy Who Learned To Fly“! Created by MoonBot Studios and produced by Wendell Riley, this short focuses on the life and rise of the star Athlete, Usain Bolt. Get to see his journey in a much different way and see him move from a boy wonder to World Champion. Congratulations Usain Bolt, continue making us proud! Watch the video below and share your thoughts in the comments section.
