Boomshots

Category: Dancehall

  • Ghetto Youths International Announces “Set Up Shop” U.S. Tour

    The GYI Take The U.S. By Stormgyi

    Ghetto Youths International is proud to announce U.S. dates for the “Set Up Shop” Tour. The tour is set to touch down on states like Hawaii, Washington, Oregon, California and Nevada and will feature performances by rising Ghetto Youths Crew members Wayne Marshall, Jo Mersa, Black-Am-I and Christopher Ellis and of course reggae heavyweights Damian “Jr Gong” and Stephen “Ragga” Marley. The two-week stint will kick off Friday, June 14 in Maui at the Republik Music Festival (check below for full tour schedule). Not familiar with Ghetto Youths International? (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Alaine ft. I-Octane “Lighters Up” Official Video

    Shine Em High Up In The Air
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    Alaine and Octane join forces for a feel-good dancehall tune with a simple message: It is better to flash up one lighter than to curse the darkness. We’re proud to premiere Scorpio 21’s criss new visuals for the DJ Frass production. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HYPE TV Top 20: Tarrus Holds On To The Number One Spot

    Tarrus Riley Stays At The Top
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    Tarrus Riley is staying put at the number one spot on the HYPETV countdown for the second week in a row. The Reggae artist has the charts on fire with his single, “Gimme Likkle One Drop.” And not to mention, fans can’t get enough of it! Let’s see how long Tarrus keeps the number one spot. Check out the countdown after the jump. (more…)

  • HEAR THIS : Congo Natty “UK Allstars” Machinedrum Remix

    This One Really Is Like a Bullet
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    “Last year we sick but this year we iller.” Ohhh YES! What better way to describe the Machinedrum Remix of Congo Natty’s “UK Allstars”? This single off the forthcoming Jungle Revolution LP (Big Dada) is an insane mash up of culture lyrics in a jungle stylee. Remixes can either be good or shit and this one blows the roof! As the lyrics state: “Go deh Congo Natty, yuh a big selector,” and really how else could he bring together this All Star line up of UK legends Tenor Fly, Top Cat, General Levy, Tippa Irie, Sweetie Irie and Daddy Freddy? Everyone on this production was in some next place. It’s a blast of the sound that comes come off the London streets and if you’re sleeping on jungle in 2013 this should wake you up to what the UK has goin’ on. Audio and Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Shaggy Feat. Rayvon “Summertime”

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    With the recent spike in temperatures here in NYC most New Yorkers have already claimed it’s going to be a hot Summer even though we’re barely out of Spring. With the temperatures being 15 – 20 degrees higher than normal we’re inclined to agree. So for today’s Flashback Friday we saw it fit to pull out Shaggy’s Rayvon assisted 1992 classic “Summertime.” Appropriately titled, this video has all they key ingredients that make Summer well Summer, hot sun not a cloud in the sky, picturesque beaches and of course the main ingredient, a bevy of beautiful women. Hope you have that “summa body” ready, Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • Reasoning with Stylo G, Part 3: “It’s Good To Be A Risk-Taker”

    How Stylo Created His Own Sound, And Where He’s Taking His Movement Next
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    Reshma B and Stylo G conclude their epic 3-part interview at the offices of 3Beat Records in West London with a discussion of what it takes to make it as a UK dancehall artist. “When it’s not made in Jamaica you don’t get the love fully,” Stylo admits. Still he found a way to turn the challenge to his advantage by tapping into the UK underground and sticking to his own unique sound. (Purchase his latest release, “Soundbwoy” here.) “You can’t be shy,” Stylo explains. “It’s good to be a risk-taker.” Although some of his forward-thinking movements have been ahead of the curve, Style has always been a leader rather than a follower. He’s always had the utmost confidence in his vision, and in the team around him. He speaks on the importance of linking with like-minded producers like Adde Instrumentals—who produced his hit “Summer Is Back“—So Shifty—the beatmakers who supplied the riddim for “Press Up,” Stylo’s tribute to his father Poison Chang—and Dre Skull—the Brooklyn-based producer who checked him during the last Notting Hill Carnival to create a banger that will soon be setting the streets on fire. With Stylo it’s all about next-level movements—find out what territories he’ll be conquering next. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HYPE TV Top 20: Chronixx Dethroned By Tarrius Riley

    Tarrius Finally Makes It To The Number One Spot
    797104-tarrus-rileyTarrius Riley has been on the HYPE TV Top 20 countdown for 13 weeks and has finally taken the number one spot with his hit single, “Gimme Likkle One Drop.” Riley gives us some real Reggae as he sings about having a good time, enjoying life and giving thanks for it all. The video has some great visuals of Riley jamming and everyone around him joining in. Check out the video and the countdown after the jump. (more…)

  • Shaggy, Sly & Robbie Perform General Penitentiary At General Penitentiary

    Shaggy, Sly & Robbie Go To Jail, But Not For What You Think
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    Before any rumors start spreading, no—Shaggy and Co. weren’t arrested, but they did go to prison. Last May 2 prisoners at the General Penitentiary were treated to a special concert conceived by The Swiss Rehabilitation Organization, Art of Living Foundation and the Department of Correctional Services as part of a Non-Violence initiative where Shaggy was invited to perform in hopes of empowering inmates. (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Busy Signal “Set It Good”

    Hott Head Gives The Girls Supm To Wine To
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    “Busy gimme sumfn to wine to nuh” a girl’s voice asks, and Mr. Hott Head is only too happy to deliver the goods. Busy teams up with Temple Boss and I-Strong Records for a wining song to set things straight, and when the wuk starts, him nah ease out. You already know Busy’s got a knack for sexy tunes and this one’s catchy AND hot. You can probably leave this on loop in the bedroom. Audio After The Jump… (more…)

  • Reasoning with Stylo G, Part 2: “I Take Care of the Girls”

    Ladies Love Stylo, Innit?
    ReshmaStyloBoomshotsReshma B continues her epic 3-part interview with Stylo G, seeking to answer one simple question: Is Stylo all about the girls, or are the girls all about Stylo? The UK dancehall phenom talks about the difference between good girls and bad girls, how he likes his special lady to support him, and discusses his South London hair salon where, as he puts it, “I take care of the ladies… and their hair.” Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: QQ ft. Venemous “One Drop” Official Video

    New Dance For De Gyal Dem
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    Back in 2005 a 10-year-old child star named QQ came out with a smash hit called “Better Must Come” on the Calibud label. The fresh-faced youth singing conscious tunes was a winning combination. Well QQ’s all grown up now, and he’s coming with the skin-out selections like “Ghetto Gal.” Can’t be mad at a young man just because the ladies deh pon him mind. It’s only natural. Now QQ and his bredren Venemous have linked with Stashment productions to bring us one of those “new dance fe de gyal dem” type of tunes, and you know the visuals are outrageous. But don’t take our word for it—see for yourself. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Keida “Never Lose”

    Something Sweet Off The Douster Dancehall LP Inna Style And Fashion
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    Brooklyn Mixpak’s label has been bubbling hot of late, and the ting just tun up again. French producer Douster has just served up a four-track EP called Inna Style and Fashion that reveals the global remix king’s predilection for dancehall. Young Jamaica talents like Kantana, Kari Jess, and Cee Gee all represent to the fullest, but we’re really feeling this Keida track “Never Lose.” Audio And Download Link After The Jump… (more…)