Boomshots

Category: Rastafari

  • WATCH THIS: Snoop Lion Feat. Major Lazer “Get Away”

    WATCH THIS: Snoop Lion Feat. Major Lazer “Get Away”

    Snoop Lion And The Major Join Forces Against The Evil Sound

    Snoop pays homage to the early days of Pokémon in his latest visual, only this time he isn’t battling the evil Team Rocket. Instead (after a brief test of might) he and Major Lazer hop on their hover board and flying lowrider respectively and take on the forces of bad music. Presented in all its 8-bit splendor this video will have you wanting to dig up that ol’ Game Boy and lose a couple hours reliving your childhood. Gotta catch ’em all, Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Alpha Blondy “My American Dream (Official Music Video)”

    WATCH THIS: Alpha Blondy “My American Dream (Official Music Video)”

    America Isn’t All That It Seems

    Everyday people all over the world, pack up their belongings, grab their families and hop on a plane, boat or what have you all in hopes of a better life. Most find their way to the good ol’ U.S of A with the promise of the elusive “American Dream.”  Alpha Blondy wasn’t so fortunate, his American dreams as he states was a nightmare, and for more than a few immigrants the pressures of a new life can be scary. The one comfort all immigrants share is that if anything goes wrong, we can always go home. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Major Lazer & Walshy Fire Present SUNS OF DUB (Official Mixtape)

    HEAR THIS: Major Lazer & Walshy Fire Present SUNS OF DUB (Official Mixtape)

    Dub Music Lives On

    Major Lazer & Walshy Fire Present SUNS OF DUB Mixtape mixed by Walshy Fire. Much like what Walshy did with Chronixx on his “Start A Fyah” mixtape “Suns Of Dub” features Addis Pablo (son of the legendary Augustus Pablo), Ras Jammy with the new generation of Rockers International. A mix of Dub, Reggae, DnB, EDM and many different Dub-Influenced Genres. This Mixtape includes a range of new, originals & remixes w/ Chronixx, Bob Marley, Major Lazer, Queen Omega, Zebulun, Protoje, Kabaka Pyramid, Earl Sixteen & more. While you vibes to the sounds, check out some cool visuals from our peoples at LargeUp/RawTings, and know this: Dub music is alive and well. Listen After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: I-Octane Life On The Road

    WATCH THIS: I-Octane Life On The Road

    Tour Life Is The Best Life 

    Reggae star I-Octane gives us a glimpse into everyday tour life. The video give us a look at his recent shows at #InDiDancehall show with Elephant Man in Delaware and Irie Jamboree at Barclays Center, Brooklyn featuring appearances from Beenie Man, Diva Nikki Z, Camille McDonald, Damian Marley, Lady Saw and some other familiar faces. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Gyptian “Is There A Place”

    FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Gyptian “Is There A Place”

    Gyptian Is On The Search For That Place

    Earlier this week Gyptian celebrated the release of his new album “Sex, Love & Reggae” along with his 30th birthday at NYC’s very own S.O.B’s to a capacity crowd. Gyptian year after year has been releasing great reggae music focusing on everyday life, love and everything in between. So to further honor the talented singer we take it back to when his dreads weren’t fully grown and his chin had a little less fuzz with the 2005 hit “Is There A Place” on the highly touted Seasons Riddim. Tune After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Sizzla “Good Love” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Sizzla “Good Love” Official Music Video

    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…)

  • WATCH THIS: Smif N Wessun ft Junior Reid “Solid Ground” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Smif N Wessun ft Junior Reid “Solid Ground” Official Music Video

    Boot Camp Vets Stand Firm With Mr. “One Blood”

    In the past couple of months, a wave of reggae collaborations has surfaced across genres of music—from the lover’s rock of Shaggy’s “You Girl” featuring Ne-Yo to A$AP Ferg saluting “Shabba Ranks” to Nicki Minaj and Busta Rhymes providing dance lessons with “Twerk It” to Selena Gomez trying to walk “Like A Champion” in Buju Banton’s footsteps. Some collaborations represent sheer genius while others lean on loud yelling and Ja-fakin’ accents. The best usually feature a reggae artist’s vocals, giving the tracks authenticity. Case in point: Boot Camp Clik’s Smif N Wessun (General Steele & Tek) have paid homage to reggae music ever since their inception. Their classic “Sound Bwoy Bureill,” from their 1995 debut album, Dah Shinin, painted on a canvas of echoes from old-school dancehall verbal artillery. The verbal brushstrokes of Fuzzy Jones’s  intro and Smif N’ Wessun’s use of Jamaican patois-infused rap, create a masterpiece of hip-hop reggae fusion that could only have been birthed in Brooklyn. This warning was also sampled on Kanye West smash hit, “Mercy” in 2012. “Sound Bwoy Buriell” also features lyrics from Buju Banton’s “Boom Bye Bye” making it a BoOM tune by far! Video After The Jump…

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  • 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: Morgan Heritage “Ends Nah Meet” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Morgan Heritage “Ends Nah Meet” Official Music Video

              The legacy of Denroy Morgan continues to shine like a beacon through his children, “Morgan Heritage.” This band, consists of Peter “Peetah” Morgan, Una Morgan, Roy “Gramps” Morgan, Nakhamyah “Lukes” Morgan and Memo “Mr. Mojo” Morgan. This summer the royal lions released their tenth studio album “Here Come The Kings” and this week the first video,”Ends Nah Meet.”  “Ends Nah Meet” featuring  the “Scripture Riddim” by Don Corleon, reminds  fans of what makes this band destined to rule. This song offers a discourse on the current global economic crisis and the growing gap between the rich and the poor. The song calls for change to address this parallel. The video  directed by Maximilian Shelton, brings to life the song lyrics and features a montage of clips from Jamaica and the bands recent European tour. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Chronixx “Here Comes Trouble” Official Music Video

    WATCH THIS: Chronixx “Here Comes Trouble” Official Music Video

    Chronixx Start Recruit Soldiers For Selassie I Army

    Having just tore down SOB’s in NYC and the east coast on his tour last month Chronixx is determined to keep the fire that he started blazing releasing a visual for his hit tune “Here Comes Trouble.” As the song’s lyrics states, Chronixx is steadily recruiting soldiers for Selassie’s ever growing army. Hit The Jump To Be Drafted Inna Jah Jah’s Army… (more…)

  • FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The Upsetters “Dread Lion”

    FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The Upsetters “Dread Lion”

    Dub Music At Its Finest 

    The Subatomic Sound System Dub Champions festival kicked off last night in both DC and NYC with the legendary Lee “Scratch” Perry and Deadly Dragon Sound System rocking their respective events.  The festival runs until the 23rd of September, so you still have 3 days to get involved, and if by chance you’re wondering what to expect at the festival let today’s Flashback Friday help you out. Taken from their 1976 classic Super Ape aka Scratch The Super Ape, The Upsetters’ “Dread Lion” produced by the founding father of Dub music himself Lee “Scratch” Perry should prove to be the epitome of real Dub sound. Get you tickets and be part of music history, Tune After The Jump… (more…)

  • Subatomic Sound Presents: Dub Champions Festival 2013

    Subatomic Sound Presents: Dub Champions Festival 2013

    3 Cities, 9 Events, 30+ Artists

    North America’s premier dub festival kicks off tonight Sept 19 with Lee Scratch Perry & Subatomic Sound System in DC at the Howard Theater and Deadly Dragon & Reggae Rajahs in NYC at the Delancey. Live performances, educational workshops, and a glimpse into the creation of dub music runs until Monday Sept 23rd. This is the third year the festival is being run and if you missed the last two we suggest you clear your calendar and make it to at least one of the nine events. Full Schedule And Ticket Info After The Jump…

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