Category: Dancehall

  • WATCH THIS: Vybz Kartel “Hi” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Vybz Kartel “Hi” Official Music Video

    Virtual Werlboss Blazes Some Grades With Hot Gyals Galore

    Let’s say you’ve got a bad new tune and you want to shoot a video, but unfortunately your leading man is unavoidably detained. Head Concussion solved the creative dilemma with the power of technology. Sure, the CG video for Vybz Kartel’s “Hi” would have been even better with Di Teacha himself, but necessity is the mother of invention and every mickle mek a mockle. Video After The Jump…

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  • WATCH THIS: Eek-A-Mouse “Ganja Smuggling” Live

    WATCH THIS: Eek-A-Mouse “Ganja Smuggling” Live

    One of Reggae’s Maddest Characters Does His Thing At Reggae Sunsplash

    On November 5, 2013, 17 North Parade will unlock another one of its musical treasures, Eek-A-Mouse’s 2 CD+DVD Reggae Anthology: Eek-Ology.  The VP Records vintage imprint reveals a rare exclusive clip from the DVD, which features Eek-A-Mouse’s iconic performance at the 1982 Reggae Sunsplash festival in Jamaica. The new anthology Eek-Ology is a thoughtful selection of essential hits and rare gems from Eek-A-Mouse’s extensive catalogue during the prime of his career (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Wayne Marshall ft. Assassin “Stupid Money”

    HEAR THIS: Wayne Marshall ft. Assassin “Stupid Money”

    Marsheezy & Sasco Dumbin’ Out Over Dollaz

    Remember when Snoop said he had his mind on his money and his money on his mind? Well that’s how Wayne Marshall and Assassin are feeling on this hard-hitting tune. It may be the root of all evil, but it sure is fun to spend. And rarely has filthy luchre inspired such eloquent expressions of enthusiasm. These two are all about their paper, so if it don’t make dollars it don’t make sense.   Audio After The Jump…

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  • WATCH THIS: Chino “Nuh Trust Dem” Official Music Video PREMIERE

    WATCH THIS: Chino “Nuh Trust Dem” Official Music Video PREMIERE

    Michael “BiggzShip” Burbridge directs the gritty visuals for Chino’s tune on Rado’s hard-hitting First Capital Riddim. This one is aimed at the two-faced back-biting news-carrying smile-in-yuh-face dutty-heart people who so often surround us. Chino is wise enough to know that trust is a thing that must be earned, and once broken may never be returned. It’s a hard lesson that’s usually learned the hard way. Dig the image of the man lifting weights in the scrapyard, like he’s preparing for the battle of his life. Good over evil me say. Stick with this video until the end, and you can pree a preview of a next Chino tune called “Oh Jah” a JA Production that fits the overall theme. When everyone turns against you, who else can you trust but the Almighty? Boomshots is proud to premiere this official music video. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Dub Rockers Mixtape Vol. 1 Mixed By DJ Juan Love

    HEAR THIS: Dub Rockers Mixtape Vol. 1 Mixed By DJ Juan Love

    Vans OTW And VP Records Link With DJ Juan Love On A Wicked Dub Mix

    VP Records and Vans “Off The Wall” team up to release Dub Rockers Mixtape Vol. 1 hosted by skateboard legend John Cardiel aka DJ Juan Love. The mixtape is an extension of “Dub Rockers Volume 1 which released August 28th on VP Records and features a superb mix of classic and current dub hits, from Eek-A-Mouse to Snoop Lion all get a bligh on DJ Juan Love’s mix. Be sure to get your copy Of “Dub Rockers Vol. 1″ and Check Out The Mix After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Bunji Garlin “Differentology” (Major Lazer Remix)

    WATCH THIS: Bunji Garlin “Differentology” (Major Lazer Remix)

    We Ready For The Road Long Time

    Major Lazer recently touched down on the beautiful island of Trinidad to put on a show that won’t soon be forgotten in the minds of many Trinidadians and if that wasn’t enough the Major was joined by soca artist Bunji Garlin to perform their exclusive remix of Bunji’s already certified hit “Differentology.” Now this is not an official video for the remix, but it damn near should be, beautiful women, good music and all around good vibes, what more could you ask for? Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Samantha J “Tight Skirt” Official Music Video & Behind-The-Scenes Footage

    WATCH THIS: Samantha J “Tight Skirt” Official Music Video & Behind-The-Scenes Footage

    Is This Who Red Rat Was Talking About?

    Back in 1997 Red Rat spotted a girl who made his “head swell and his blood pressure burst” thanks to her snugly fitting skirt. That was the same year Samantha J was born. Now she’s 16 years old and she’s got a major hit song on her hands, with a video that blends Britney, Rihanna and Gwen Stefani. No wonder MTV is calling it “Buzzworthy.”  The track—co-written with Alaine and produced by Conroy Forte for Washroom Entertainment—is currently the #1 Most Shared, #2 Most Commented and #3 Overall Favorite on MTV.com. Click here for a first look at Samantha J’s debut video. “We wanted to show what Britney Spears’ ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’ would have looked like if it was shot in Downtown Kingston with authentic dancehall choreography and dancers,” says Samantha. Mission accomplished. Video After The Jump… 

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  • HEAR THIS: Mr. Easy “The Don”

    HEAR THIS: Mr. Easy “The Don”

    Big Bad Musical Selection Straight Outta Ricky Blaze Basement

    Mr Easy has always been that dude who was “Easy like Sunday morning” but beneath the surface he’s killing shit. This is a guy who won back-to-back episodese of “Showtime at the Apollo” singing “On The Wings of Love” inna dancehall style. This is a dude who grew up in Trelawney knowing a young Biggie Smalls, and went to the church where Biggie’s uncle was a pastor! And of course his BK dancehall credentials are impeccable—not to mention his work for Dave and Tony Kelly. But recently he’s been getting busy in Ricky Blaze’s basement studio, cutting tracks like this. No wonder the gal dem a call him “don.”  Audio After The Jump…

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  • WATCH THIS: Mavado “Give It All To Me” Music Video Teasers

    WATCH THIS: Mavado “Give It All To Me” Music Video Teasers

    Here’s a Sneak Peek to Get Your Mind Right

    Ever since that Overdrive Riddim dropped with the big Mavado / Nicki Minaj collabo, heads have been clamoring for a video. And now it appears that their wishes will come true. Check out these behind-the-scenes clips from the video shooot, which went down a few weeks ago in NYC. How sick is this finished video gonna be? Keep it locked on Boomshots for the first look. Video After The Jump…

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  • HYPE TV Top 20 Countdown: Beenie Man Holds On to Number One

    Beenie Man Is Still the Hottest Man on the Countdown
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    Beenie Man has been on the Hype TV countdown for 16 weeks but for the past three weeks he has been at the number 1 spot. His hit single, “Hottest Man Alive,” has ladies all around the globe whining and shaking their assets. The track glorifies Beenie Man the entire time but it has seemed to become a catchy song and his fans are keeping it at number one on the countdown. Check out the video and the countdown after the jump.
  • WATCH THIS: Mr. Williamz ”Middle East” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Mr. Williamz ”Middle East” Official Music Video

    From Buckingham Palace to Willesden Green The Northwest Londoner Drops A New Vid

    The DJ who claim say him “Run England” is switching up the moves from “Sit Down Steady” to war between the sheets in his latest tune Middle East. Either way I fink you need a bed—or maybe not! Whatever the case, girls get ready. Mr Williamz pairs up with Curtis Lynch of the Nessassary Mayhem label to cause some mayhem. If you watch the video with the sound off it just looks like a couple of guys working hard in the studio on their grind making good music. But if you turn up the volume then its a whole different thing altogether. “Clap it two time and she bawl and scream” Oh Gosh! #SeeNoEvilHearNoEvil Video After The Jump…

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  • Melanie Fiona Picks Her 10 Favorite Reggae & Dancehall Songs

    Melanie Fiona Picks Her 10 Favorite Reggae & Dancehall Songs

    The Grammy-Winning R&B Star Is A Bashment Girl At Heart

    Melanie Fiona is best known for heart-wrenching hits like “It Kills Me” and “4 A.M.,” which have made the soulful singer a major star among American R&B fans. The two-time Grammy winner grew up in Toronto as the daughter of first-generation Guaynese immigrants. Her Caribbean influences have always been clear to the educated ear, from her dramatic vocal delivery to specific songs like “Somebody Come Get Me,” which was released under her old nom-de-reggae Syren Hall, as well as “No Cigarette Smoke,” her smoldering duet with Stephen Marley. Melanie continues to flaunt her Caribbean colors on “All My Love,” a new reggae-flavored duet with Toronto soul singer Glenn Lewis. Listening to the song there’s no mistaking the fact that Melanie’s Caribbean roots run deep. So we thought it would be cool to ask her to pick her top 10 reggae and dancehall tracks. Her picks speak volumes about her musical taste, her artistic temperment, and (dare we say it?) MF’s wild side. Click through the gallery above to check out Melanie’s selections and then read her candid conversation with Reshma B. Video And Interview After The Jump… (more…)