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  • WATCH THIS: Gyptian “True Colors” Video

    Gyppy Covers The World With His Colorful New Tune

    The man called Gyptian never stops. Earlier this week he dropped his EP SLR, which stands for “Sex, Love & Reggae.” Who could ask for anything more? But now he’s back with an outernational tune so large and heavy it’s sponsored by Chevy—and MTV Iggy, so it must be a biggie. His smoothed reggae cover of Cyndi Lauper’s 1986 classic was produced by Shane Brown of Jukeboxx and Rellee Hayden of the A-Team as part of the “Cover The World Music Challenge.” The ting tun up. Video after the jump.
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  • HEAR THIS: Major Lazer ft. Johnny Osbourne & Flux Pavillion “Jah No Partial”

    Ooh What A La La—Flux Pavillion In Yuh Area

    Major Lazer signed up UK dubstep demigod Flux Pavillion—the same dude who was sampled on Watch The Throne—to hook up the earthshaking basslines on the latest Major Lazer release. This tune was inspired by a classic Johnny Osbourne selection. Now we get to hear the fullness. Judge it without partiality.

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  • WATCH THIS: How To Mix A Blackwell Rum Cocktail

    The ReggaeGirlAboutTown Makes A Big Splash At The UK Rumfest 

    Reshma B passed through the UK Rumfest in London last week and headed straight for the Blackwell Rum shack. Yes that’s right—Chris Blackwell himself, the man who founded Island Records and signed Bob Marley—now has his own brand of rum (and it’s actually quite tasty). At the Rumfest, master mixologist Jay Zinzan showed RGAT the finer points of mixing signature rum cocktails like the Goldeneye and the Blackwell Stormy. So check the video, practice your wrist action, then grab yourself a few bottles of Blackwell Rum and start mixing up a storm. Video after the jump…
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  • HEAR THIS: More Spiritual Riddim Mix

    Download Mr. Williamz Blazing New Track “Herbzman”

    Our first taste of the Green Lion Crew’s easy-skankin’ More Spiritual Riddim came via a maad tune called “We Run England” by Mr. Williamz. His hilariously outrageous lyrics about the Queen giving him a foot massage had us wanting more. Now comes this tasty preview of the full riddim featuring Perfect, Kabaka Pyramid, YT, Million Stylez & some crazy intros by the original pioneer Joe Lickshot of Youthman Promotions crew. Get familiar with this big new juggling, and download a free preview of Mr. Williamz second tune on the riddim before the thing drops on Soul of the Lion Records. Audio and Download Link After the Jump…
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  • HEAR THIS: Wickerman “Gone Tomorrow”

    A Tribute to Captain Barkey—Gone But Not Forgotten

    One of the most under-rated duos in the dancehall business, Captain Barkey and Wickerman are veteran entertainers who could always be counted on to deliver powerful tunes year in and year out. And of course now that we can’t see them live anymore, folks seem to have a newfound appreciation for their talents. (As the old saying goes, you never miss your water till the well runs dry.) Since Barkey’s tragic murder last weekend, the whole dancehall diaspora has been plunged into mourning and sadness with everybody asking “Why?” but nobody moreso than his longtime sparring partner Wickerman. Last night Wicker was locked up inside Kingston’s Truckback Studios putting the finished touhes on this heartfelt tribute to his bredren. Boomshots presents it with deep condolences to all Barkey’s friends, family, and fans. Anybody who’s lost somebody will be able to relate to this one. Audio after the jump…
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  • HEAR THIS: Mavado “Disrespect”

    Gully Gad Spits Fire On The Face Off Riddim

    This morning Di Genius dropped his Face Off riddim, featuring a blend of badman and bedroom tunes. No question which category Mavado’s “Disrespect” falls into. The opening line offers a hint: “Yo Ragga, some bwoy ah labba, man a mek dem blood run like agua.”  Audio After The Jump

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  • HEAR THIS: Cocoa Tea Pon Radio Lily

    Cocoa Calls In To The Strictly Boomshots Show

    We don’t usually do phoners on the Strictly Boomshots show—but we made an exception for Cocoa Tea. The fisherman from Clarendon has caught more than a few classics in the stormy seas of reggae music. Think about all the eras this classical reggae dancehall superstar spans—from Junjo to Jammys to  Music Works to Bobby Digital to Xterminator and most recently his own Roaring Lion productions—we’re talking hits pon top of hits. Long story short, the Miss Lily’s fam was more than happy to have Cocoa ring up this Monday. We reasoned about his forthcoming album Ina Di Red, and his big collabo with D’Angel—which has folks speculating whether he’s really resting in her nest. (For the record he has the utmost respect for her DJ skills, as for the rest of the rumors… draw your own conclusions.) He even dropped some science on Christopher Come-Rob-Us, broke down the true meaning of “dancehall,” and made a plea to free up his bredren Buju Banton. You don’t want to miss this one. Interview And Live Session After The Jump…

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  • Letter From Kingston: Digging On Beat Street

    Sevens Clash Goes Shopping At Augustus Pablo’s Old Record Shop

    Today, Beat Street is a shadow of its former self. A long, slow rate of attrition initiated by the digital drift of the music industry, and assisted by governmental neglect, has gradually gutted what was once a vibrant scene. With a disappearing domestic market and unable to subsist solely on the occasional pilgrimage by fanatics from abroad, stores are being shuttered one by one. Pablo passed away in 1999 at the age of 44 due to complications from a rare nerve disorder, but the family maintains ownership, and Rockers International stands defiant in the face of the changing tide. They are truly one of the last of a dying breed.  (more…)

  • Buju Banton Jurors Would Say “Not Guilty” On Gun Charge

    The Banton Faces Resentencing Later This Month—But Will Justice Be Served?

    The Broward/Palm Beach New Times is reporting that at least four of the jurors who served on Buju Banton’s drug case would have found him not guilty of gun charges. Chris Sweeney’s latest blog post is a must-read: “Terri Wright has been called to serve jury duty seven times,” Sweeney writes. “But none of the cases compares to the federal drug and gun trial of reggae singer Buju Banton. That one “took the cake,” as she puts it. She still talks to coworkers about the murky back story of the federal snitch, Alex Johnson, and says she couldn’t sleep at night when deliberating.” The Half That’s Never Been Told After The Jump… (more…)

  • INTERVIEW: Reasoning With Lady Chann

    The UK Dancehall Queen Meets The ReggaeGirlAboutTown

    Earlier tonight at the launch party for her new mixtape Dun Dem Season: The Trilogy, Lady Chann mashed up the stage—shoes off & everyTING—and celebrated another career milestone. So what better time to get to know one of the wickedest lady lyricists outta London? The artist formerly known as Baby Chann a.k.a. Channelle Williams has come a long way, and as Boomshots UK Correspondent Reshma B finds out, there’s bigger things ahead for this Lady. Take a picture… you’re gonna want to remember this one. Video After The Jump…
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  • HEAR THIS: Lady Chann “Dun Dem Season: The Trilogy” Mixtape

    Download The Brand New Mixtape Mixed By The Heatwave


    Lady Chan got her start in London’s Suncycle Crew, and now she’s repping UK dancehall on her own. The first two editions of her Dun Dem Season mixtape trilogy are already classics, and Boomshots is proud to premiere Volume 3, mixed by The Heatwave. Download Link After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Eklypse, Kalado, Iyara, Ding Dong, Rav-A & Martin LV “Pretty Gal” Medley Video

    Something Fresh From Hype Skool Muzik

    Something about this riddim caught us from the first listen… Now the video medley just took it to the next level. Remember the words of a wise man: If we don’t support new artists today we can’t have big artists tomorrow.
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