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Category: Reggae

  • Collie Buddz “Lights It Up” in NYC

    Collie Buddz “Lights It Up” in NYC

    Collie Buddz Turnt it Up at SOBs!

    It has been some time since Collie Buddz has graced NYC with his presence but his performance on April 18 was worth the wait. The Reggae/Dancehall artist hit the stage at SOBs as his second stop on the Light it Up Tour and brought in quite the diverse crowd. But it was all lighters up, love and respect for the music.

    Brooklyn’s very own New Kingston Band, opened up the show and played some Reggae classics. With veteran session musician Courtney Panton on bass and his three sons, Suki, Slim, and Courtney Jr. holding down the rhythm section, this group has a sound that can’t be denied. Cris Cab followed with some of his hits off of his new mixtape, Red Road. New Kingston and Cris Cabhad the crowd jamming with their amazing performances. By the time it was Collie’s turn to come around, the crowd was fired up!

    Taking the stage with a brand new rub-a-dub tune called “Nice Up Yourself,” Collie performed some of his classic hits, “Come Around,” “Just Let Me Know,” “Blind to You” “Mamacita” and a few of his recent singles, “Won’t Be Long,” and “Payback’s a Bitch.” He also performed a few exclusives off of his upcoming album: “Live Life” and “Light It Up,” which introduces a very new sound for Mr. Buddz.

    Collie’s performance was lively, filled with energy and it had an everlasting vibe. His fans were filled with excitement when he hit the stage and they left with an experience that many don’t offer at their performances. Can’t wait for him to “Come Around” again. Video After The Jump… (more…)

  • Warrant Issued for Mavado’s Arrest, Attorney Acts to Stop It

    More Legal Woes for the Gully Gad

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    Mavado is one of many reggae stars whom the legal system can’t seem to leave alone. Since last July the Gully Gad has been fighting assault charges and now a warrant has been placed because of his non-appearance on a recent court date. Read After The Jump For More…

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  • FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Eek-A-Mouse “Ganja Smuggling (live)”

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    As the day winds down some of you are probably already thinking about your 420 shenanigans. Let us indulge you a bit with this 1982 classic “Ganga Smuggling” from the original “Sing-Jay” himself Eek-A-Mouse’s debut album “Wa Do Dem.” Eek-A-Mouse regales us with tales of living in the ghetto and how trafficking the herbs earned him some fresh new jewelry and a young lady on his arm. Roll Up One And Hit The Jump… (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Carnival TAO 2013 By Precision Productions

    This Mix May Cause Some Carnival Tabancatao

    It’s Monday, rarely anything spectacular happens on a Monday and by now you’re probably at work staring at the clock realizing you have at least 5 more hours in that place.  Need a pick me up? Not talking about a caffeine fueled one, more along the lines of music motivation. Caution! Carnival TAO 2013 is likely to cause overwhelming Mas and Fete memories and induce a Tabanca of epic proportions. Proceed to listen ONLY if you are prepared to push back and wine any and everywhere. Presented and created by the entire Precision Productions family this unique mix will soothe every Soca loving soul, even as it takes a euphoric forage into such entrancing genres as Techno, Dancehall, R&B, and Hip Hop embracing a new world sound guaranteed to harmonically blow minds. Hit The Jump Now… (more…)

  • Chronixx & Zinc Fence Band “Ain’t No Giving In” Live From Germany

    Here Comes Trouble! Real Reggae Music Coming To A City Near You
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    As Chronixx & the Zinc Fence Band blaze their way across Europe, they have already performed in Belgium, Italy, Sweden, Denmark & Germany. This week the crew heads to Switzerland & Austria before flying home. Check out some highlights from the tour and see where Chronixx is playing in the USA. Video & US Tour Dates After The Jump… (more…)

  • WATCH THIS: Major Lazer Ft. Busy Signal, The Flexican & FS Green “Watch Out For This (Bumaye)” Official Video

    Major Lazer Takes It Back To Dancehall’s Golden Agelazer

     

    Major Lazer unleashes a fresh visual for their stand out-track “Watch Out For This (Bumaye)” off their highly anticipated “Free The Universe” album, dropping April 16th. We already showed you the exclusive behind-the-scenes footage. Now let’s check the finished video as the Lazer flashes us back to the golden age of Dancehall, gold frame shades, baggy suits, three quarter pants and of course scantily clad beauties with their rubber waistlines looking like extras from Dancehall Queen all make an appearance. The Major is not alone, Busy Signal steps on the scene in his sunday best looking like a young Shabba in his day. Get Your Dose Of Dancehall Nostalgia After The Jump… (more…)

  • FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The Wailers “Concrete Jungle” (Original)

    The Raw UnCut Verson Of One Of Bob Marley & The Wailers Hardest Tunesbob2

    With tomorrow, April 13th making it 40 years since arguably one of the most important reggae albums ever released, we here at Boomshots dug in the crates and pulled out the original cut of “Concrete Jungle” off the 1973 ground breaking record “Catch A Fire.”  What most would notice at first is that the original doesn’t feature Wayne Perkins’ iconic guitar intro and three cord octave. A little bit of history here, Chris Blackwell the then founder of Island Records pegged Perkins’ to do overdubs of “Catch A Fire” to make it sound more Rock in an attempt to appeal to more audiences. Like most of the tracks on “Catch A Fire,” “Concrete Jungle” was recorded well before Bob and The Wailers were signed to Island. Take A Listen To Reggae History After The Jump… (more…)

  • Bob Marley’s “Catch A Fire” Turns 40

    Island Records Founder Chris Blackwell Speaks On The Recordbob

    This week (April 13th to be exact)marks the 40th anniversary of Bob Marley And The Wailers “Catch A Fire.” Often credited as one of the first reggae albums to gain international acclaim as well as to many one of the greatest albums of all time in any genre, but most importantly the one that propelled Bob Marley into stardom. Already with three studio albums under their belt Bob Marley And The Wailers signed with CBS Records and hopped on a plane and headed to the UK to work with Johnny Cash on the soundtrack for the film Want So Much To Believe. Bob and friends encountered an  obstacle when financing for the film ran short, they now found themselves stranded in the UK without money and worse,  a way back to Jamaica. As fate would have it Jah smiled on Bob and the Wailers through Island Records founder Chris Blackwell, a fan of the group, connected through a mutual friend and subsequently signed Bob Marley and the Wailers to the then indie label Island Records. On the occasion of Catch a Fire’s 40th anniversary, The Boom Box sat down with the man largely credited as the one who “discovered’ Bob Marley” about the making of the record. (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Gregory Isaacs “Night Nurse” (Strip Mix)

    Necessary Mayhem Remixes The Cool Ruler
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    Curtis Lynch Jr. has been serving up bass-heavy dancehall tracks with next generation UK artists for a hot minute now. But his latest production on the Necessary Mayhem imprint is very much on the classic tip. Gregory Isaacs Remixes brings the Cool Ruler’s catalog into 2013, reworking those Roots Radics and Sly & Robbie tracks with heaping mounds of bass and fresh new frequencies. Check out what he did with “Night Nurse,” in this exclusive Boomshots premiere. Audio After The Jump…
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  • Sturgav Hi Fi and Volcano Hi Power at the 02 Academy

    Sturgav Hi Fi and Volcano Hi Power at the 02 Academy

    Two Big Sounds Rock Brixton Easter Weekend

    When you’re talking about classical roots rock rub-a-dub sound systems, there are no more celebrated names in the dancehall of fame than King SturGav Hi Fi and Volcano High Power. Sturgav was established by Daddy U Roy, the legendary DJ who made his name on King Tubby’s Home Town Hi-Fi but went on to create a sound system of his own to provide a means for younger aspiring talents to develop their microphone skills.

    Volcano was founded by the late great Henry “Junjo” Lawes, one of the most renowned producers of the 1970s and 1980s. His music formed a bridge between the roots reggae of Studio One and Joe Gibbs and the dancehall era. Immortal selections like Cocoa Tea’s “Sonia” and Yellowman’s “Zunguzunguzeng” made the Volcano label a trusted brand for any selector looking to pick up a certified boomshot to drop in the dance.

    Bank holiday weekend saw Bagga John Productions pull it all out of the bag as they brought these two legendary sounds to the O2 Academy Brixton. But it wasn’t enough just to bring the champion sounds to the stage—they also brought some serious talent to rock the mic live and direct. Singers like Cocoa Tea, Frankie Paul and Little John joined forces with DJs like Yellowman, Brigadier Jerry, General Trees, and Little Twitch. And of course Daddy U Roy himself worked the stage making this session a night of sweet nostalgia for longtime dancehall fans. The venue was heaving, the crowd excited, emotional and thirsty.

    The girls went wild when Little Twitch gyrated to “No Licky Licky” and they mobbed Cocoa Tea when he reached out to touch the crowd. Some tears were also shed during his version of “Jamaica Farewell.” And when Yellowman came on it was a #f*ckingproblem!! He lapped the stage with jumps and sprints; his trainers hardly touched the floor. One other small problem—although Cocoa Tea sang brilliantly, he stormed off the stage in frustration with the mix he received from selector Danny Dread. #SelectorDontF*ckAroundAndMashUpTheDance. However the music went on and everybody went home with their fill of sweet rub-a-dub vibes. You know what they say—there’s no business like dancehall business. Video After The Jump…

  • Snoop Lion and Drake Speak on “No Guns Allowed”

    The Lion Is Clapping Back Against Gun Violence
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    Proving he isn’t all bark with no bite, Snoop Lion has taken the initiative to stand firmly behind the words of his single “No Guns Allowed.” The song which features Drake and speaks on the detriments of the national crime rate and highlights the need for gun control is a stepping stone for the Lion’s next project: a gun buyback program. Hear Them Speak About The Song’s Inspiration After The Jump…

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  • HYPE TV Top 20: I-Octane Steals The Number One Spot

    I-Octane Dethrones Mavado 
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    After being on the HYPE TV countdown for 9 weeks straight, I-Octane has finally taken the number one spot. The dancehall artist recently put out a mixtape featuring the single, “Gal A Gimmi Bun” and it instantly became a hit amongst his fans.
    Though, Chronixx and Mavado are not too far behind, “Gal A Gimmi Bun” is heating up the charts and it seems like fans are going to keep it at number one!