Love Is The Answer
Sizzla, one of reggae’s most prolific artists, releases his brand new video for “Good Love” off his 70th album (yes you read that correctly) “The Messiah,” released in May 2013 on Kalonji Music/VP Records. The Jay Will directed video showcases Sizzla through the years courting his lady to be along with beautiful shots of everyday jamaican life. Be sure to pick up “The Messiah” if you haven’t already and Check Out The Video After The Jump… (more…)
Things Were Such Simpler Back Then
We all have that one person who occupies our mind. The one we, in odd hours of the day, gaze and wonder about what could have been or in some cases should have been, “the one that got away” as they say. There’s also another saying that goes “if you love something, let it go. If it comes back to you, it’s yours forever.” This is what Wayne illustrates in his latest visual for “Reset It” We often find someone who is perfect for us but the timing may not have been appropriate, but the love is still their to revisit hopefully a few years down the line. Video After The Jump… (more…)
Hot Gyal Today, Tomorrow, Anytime Of Year
Sean Paul is having a great week, first winning a MOBO (Music OF Black Origin) Award, then linking up with Konshens on a wicked tune called “Want Dem All” and lastly on an impressive remix of “Party Tun Up”with long time collaborators Mr. Vegas and Fatman Scoop it was only right we end the work week with another Sean Paul classic. We take you boomshotters back to the year 2000 where a mohawkless Paul was making waves with his “Stage One” album debut, especially with the stand out track “Haffi Get De Gal Ya (Hot Gal Today)” alongside Mr. Vegas over the immortal Street Sweeper Riddim. It’s like school bazaar all over again, Tune After The Jump… (more…)
Dancehall’s Rebel Princess Demonstrates How To Hold Her Man Down—Just Bust A Likkle “Bad Gyal Wine”
Danielle D.I. revealed her rebel side in a duet with Cherine Anderson and showed her bold side when she told Shabba Ranks she needs a “big big man.” In her newest music video, “My Man,” she goes all out and explores her sexy side to the fullest. “My Man” is the latest single from Danielle’s debut album Sly and Robbie Presents the Rebel, which also includes such bedroom bangers as “Pat It Up” and “Sexual Healing” featuring Gramps Morgan. Riding the classic Sly & Robbie riddim “Triplet,” Danielle proclaims that she has her man’s back at all times, and even when his pockets are empty she still loves him to death. The video, directed by D.R.Y. (aka Di Rawtid Yute), shows exactly what “loving her man to death” looks like—leaving little to the imagination. And don’t miss her interview with Reshma B, in which she demonstrates the “Bad Gyal Wine.” Videos After The Jump…
And Now For Some Next Level Shit
Ever since we heard that big Mavado & Nicki tune on the Overdrive riddim, visions of an ill video have been dancing in our heads. Well the Gully Gaad stopped by BET’s 106 & Park today with DJ Khaled to premiere tbe video and it’s every bit as jiggy as we imagined it would be. Expensive whips? Check. Jamaican flags? Check. Wining pon headtop? Check. Multiple wig colors? Check. (Justus we see you!) OK so maybe the trailer suggested that this Grizz Lee epic might have a bit more of a plot, but why quibble? The tune is on point and Stulla + Barbz = a good look for dancehall overall. The only bad part is that Roach isn’t here to enjoy it all. Video After The Jump… (more…)
Remembering A Fallen Soldier In The Music Business
The video for Mavado & Nicki Minaj‘s “Give It All To Me” is scheduled to premiere today on BET’s 106 & Park. The song, which is featured on DJ Khaled‘s new album Suffering From Success, represents a major milestone in the rise of reggae music in 2013. It’s one of the best collaborations between two superstars from the genres of dancehall and hip-hop. But for the song’s producer Justus Arison of JA Productions, today will be a bittersweet celebration because his friend and partner Patrick “Roach” Samuels will not be able to celebrate with him. Last month Roach was shot to death in a still-unsolved murder in Kingston, Jamaica. Roach’s murder has left the whole dancehall industry in shock. Justus had been working with him closely as their productions—particularly the Overproof, Overtime, and Overdrive riddims—ushered in a whole new feel and sound within dancehall. Justus and Mavado recently joined forces to pay tribute to Roach with their song “Soldiers.” He spoke with Boomshots about Roach’s musical legacy, and how he plans to go on in the future without his friend. Interview After The Jump… (more…)
Dutty Paul and The Sojah Are All About The Ladies
Sean Paul just won a MOBO Award this weekend, and now comes news that his sixth studio album, titled Full Frequency, will be released early next year. That feels like a long time, but Boomshots has you covered. Check out the first official single, a combination with Konshens called “Want Dem All” produced by Benny Blanco. Somebody told me it’s all about the girls—and she was right. Audio After The Jump…
Octane livens up your Monday commute.
Don’t you hate when you get on the bus or the train or the dollar van and the thing is over-rammed? And why does this always seem to happen on a Monday. That’s the scenario in I-Octane’s latest music video, for his Seanizzle-produced banger “Wine & Jiggle.” When you find yourself in such a scenario, the best thing to do is strap on your headphones, select a few musical Boomshots, and let the music take you away. Don’t believe me? Just look what happens when Octane dozes off on the bus—the ting tun up. Loud! Video After The Jump… (more…)
Mr. Boombastic and the R&B Gentleman Touch The Ladies Just Right
Shaggy’s latest album Out of Many, One Music is all about building bridges. With riddims laid by Sly & Robbie and a guest list spanning from reggae O.G.s like Beres and Ccocoa Tea to young guns like Konshens and Chronixx, Shaggy has put together a classic release that every reggae lover needs to check out—and R&B heads too. Today he released the visuals for his smooth duet with Ne-Yo, who sounds right at home on a reggae rhythm. After all that’s who Kartel jacked the “Ramping Shop” beat from. This tune’s approach is way classier, but it all ends up the same. Nawmean? Video After The Jump…
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…)
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…)
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…)