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Category: Reggae

  • Chronixx & Zinc Fence Redemption Start A Fire In NYC

    Chronixx & Zinc Fence Redemption Start A Fire In NYC

    Reggae History In The Making At SOBs

    History was made at SOBs last night when rising reggae star Chronixx made his first-ever New York City appearance in front of a packed-to-the roof 100% sold out house. Those who could not make it inside stood out on the sidewalk rocking to the sounds of Zinc Fence Redemption band as they backed Chronixx and his opening act Kelissa. The young roots lion gave an impressive performance, reasoning with the crowd between songs about life in New York City and absorbing energy from the crowd and kickin’ up his heels as they sang along to his catalog of modern reggae classics. At the end of the night, he was joined by the legendary Barrington Levy, who sang one of Chronixx’s father’s songs and then got into a tune-for-tune segment with Chronixx before declaring that he would be a “big artist.” If that’s not a powerful co-sign then what else do you want? If you missed the show, you missed something special. But don’t fret—Chronixx will be playing in New Jersey tonight and this weekend he comes to C-Pac in Brooklyn. Here Comes Trouble! Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • Grand Theft Auto V Reggae Selections

    Grand Theft Auto V Reggae Selections

    Lee “Scratch” Perry Programs GTA V’s Blue Ark Radio Playlist

    The biggest selling video game in the world has always had the baddest tunes. Grand Theft Auto V hits stores today and the reggae playlist tun up. Just jack any passing car, turn your radio dial to The Blue Ark and check out these roots and ragga selections courtesy of mixmaster Lee “Scratch” Perry. As you can imagine, there are plenty of Upsetter cuts—he may act like a madman, but don’t sleep… Scratch is about his paper. Happily there’s also some Konshens and Chronixx and Kartel too. Click through the photos above to get in tune. Wheel Out…  (more…)

  • Reasoning with Chronixx “Me’s a Dancehall Man”

    Reasoning with Chronixx “Me’s a Dancehall Man”

    The Young Roots Lion Chats About Reggae Versus Ragga, Real Producers, and His Dancehall Daddy

    (Photography and Videos by Mark Shaw)

    Fresh off his first ever performance at Reggae Sumfest, rising reggae star Chronixx sat down to reason with Reshma B. “Me’s a dancehall man,” he tells her, “Nothing like me Shabba Ranks and me Supercat.” The young singer/songwriter/producer who’s been credited with helping to lead a “roots revival” takes care not to stir up any roots-versus-dancehall “genre war” but instead focuses on quality songwriting and conscious content. Before becoming the hottest new artist in reggae, Chronixx was a producer, creating his own tracks like “Behind Curtain” and “Warrior.” In part 2 of his reasoning with Reshma B, Chronixx bigs up all the “real producers” and talks about his admiration for Kanye West, although he admits that YEEZUS is probably not his favorite Yeezy album. He also speaks on how he likes to bring his family along with him when he performs, including his father Chronicle, whom Chronixx describes as “the original dancehall daddy.” Chronixx also reveals that he is “the biggest Jr. Gong fan in the world” and bigs up Gongzilla to the max. The young roots lion is currently on his first tour of the U.S. and his first-ever New York City performance goes down at SOBs. Before you catch the show, hold a reasoning with the artiste. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HYPE TV Top 20 Countdown: Demarco Holds the Number One Spot

    Demarco Stands His Ground at the Top
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    This is Demarco’s second week at number one with his hit track, “Continue Whine,” and he is making quite the progress. The video’s popularity has grown very quickly and it now has 76,748 views. Fans all over the world are whining to this track and can’t seem to get enough of it. Let’s hope Demarco’s momentum keeps up for the weeks to come! Check out the countdown after the jump.
  • HEAR THIS: India Arie ft. Gramps Morgan “Thy Will Be Done”

    HEAR THIS: India Arie ft. Gramps Morgan “Thy Will Be Done”

    Grandpa Morgan Links With India Again on Songversation

    The first time Gramps Morgan met India Arie she enthused about how much she loved his voice, particularly his song “Psalms 23” with Buju Banton. They kept things on a spiritual tip as they went on to forge a strong creative relationship, working  on songs for each other’s albums and even touring together for a time. Their latest reggae duet appears on Songversation, India’s first album in over four years. Its earnestly prayerful lyrics are back by a majestic horn section and dubby echo effects.  Audio After The Jump… (more…)

  • Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Announces Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise

    Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Announces Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise

    Hit The High Seas With Jr. Gong, Stephen Marley, Shaggy, Sean Paul, Tarrus, Cure, Busy, Killer & More

    Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley invites you to take a journey to Jamaica with him on the 1st Annual Welcome To Jamrock Reggae Cruise.  Leaving Miami with stops in Montego Bay and Ocho Rios, this 5-night cruise promises be the ultimate Reggae music adventure. Come experience some of the World’s top tier Reggae artists as they will perform in multiple venues throughout the  Norwegian Pearl cruise ship.  In addition to the multiple live concerts there will be numerous Sound Systems booming all day and all night throughout the cruise. Sign up now for the latest updates and launch info.  More Details After The Jump…  (more…)

  • Sean Kingston Talks “Back 2 Life,” Reggae Music

    Sean Kingston Talks “Back 2 Life,” Reggae Music

    The Miami-Born Jamaica-Raised Pop Star Picks His 10 Favorite Reggae Jams
    Kington isn’t just Sean Kingston’s last name, it’s also the place where he spent years growing up. The young pop star was born in Miami and grew up in Jamaica where he used to kick it with reggae artists like Buju Banton as a youth. On his new album, Back 2 Life (in stores today) SK shows his Jamaican culture more than ever. He’s even performing in Kingston JA later this month. So we asked him to run through his 10 favorite reggae and dancehall tunes—and we’re not mad at his selections. And if you happen to be in Kingston JA this September 25, get ready to catch Kingston live in Kingston!
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  • WATCH THIS: Mr. Vegas “Love Yourself” Official Music Video

    Learning To Love Youself Is The Greatest Love of All
    vegas love your self screen shotBOOMThe latest hit from dancehall singjay Mr. Vegas is not a “jump up” tune but a thought-provoking reggae cut on First Name Music’s Selection riddim. “This song is very important to me as it addresses issues that affect people in my field and many people in society who struggle with their identity and self-worth,” said Mr. Vegas about the tune whose new visuals premiere today. “The song is telling everyone to love themselves before anyone else…. have self respect and appreciate life. The song is meant to inspire—and so will the video.” Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Christopher Ellis “Better Than Love”

    Old Time Supm Come Back Again
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    After shelling down Miss Lilys and SOBs last week, the Ghetto Youths crew has made it clear to everybody  that they aren’t just talking about good music, they’re really putting good music out there. On Labor Day Monday Wayne Marshall, Christopher Ellis, Jo Mersa & Black Am I came together to lock down the Strictly Boomshots show on Radio Lily, only to then walk down the road and rip the stage at SOBs where they were joined by original Ghetto Youths co-founders Damian, Julian & Stephen Marley. If you made it to either spot you might still be buzzin’ from the excitement—and if you’re in the UK September 28, you can catch Chris doing his thing at the Jazz Cafe—but either way you won’t be mad to take a listen to the latest number by Christopher Ellis. Produced by Jr Gong it’s the new addition to Chris’s growing catalog, putting his sweet harmonies to a vintage beat and bringing a fresh take to some real classic reggae music. Something “Better Than Love” is in the air, so good even @EllisMuzicChild cant put his finger on it—but it sure sounds good!  Audio After The Jump…
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  • Chronixx Announces U.S. Tour Dates

    Nix & Zinc Fence Will Be Nicing up Fort Lauderdale Tonight
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    The waiting is over. After a couple false starts, Chronixx and the Zinc Fence band will finally be touching down in the U.S. starting tonight at Revolution Live in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Here comes trouble. Here comes the danger. Welcome the Rasta yutes! Tour Dates After The Jump… (more…)

  • FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Super Cat, Necka Demus & Junior Demus “Cabbin Stabbin”

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    Incase you missed it, the original Don Dadda Super Cat removed himself from his lengthy sabbatical and took to the stage last Friday at Hot 97’s “On The Reggae Tip” concert along with a slew of other special guests. Arguably the highlight of the night, we saw it fight we honor Cat in this week’s Flashback Friday with the 1991 classic “Cabbin Stabbin.” It’s starting to look like Fall around here at Boomshots HQ so we suggest if you already haven’t, lockdown your winter something. Tune After The Jump… (more…)

  • HYPE TV Top 20 Countdown: Demarco Knocks Anthony B Down Two Spots

    Demarco is the King of the Countdown this Week
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    Dancehall artist, Demarco, has been entertaining his fans for years with his  hit party tracks and his newest single, “Continue Whine,” will definitely have fans on the dance floor. The visual for “Continue Whine,” features some very lovely ladies competing in a rump shaking contest for, wait for it….a television. The video is quite funny and of course the dancing ladies will have your eyes glued to the screen. After watching the video, it is quite obvious why Demarco is number one on the Hype TV countdown this week. Check out the countdown after the jump.