Boomshots

Tag: Dancehall

  • WATCH THIS: Sean Paul Talks “Tomahawk Technique” And Hits Back At Haters

    Dutty Paul Speaks On The International Response To His Latest Album—And Brushes Off The Backlash
    Backstage at the NYC release party for his 5th album, “Tomahawk Technique,” Dutty Paul took time out to reason with the Reggae Girl About Town. Sean has sold more albums in his career than 99% of the rest of the dancehall fraternity combined. But as we all know, great success often comes with a side order of hate. Some longtime fans have complained that his new album blends international pop sounds and production to his usual dancehall recipe. But Sean defends his work here, saying it’s all part of his campaign to take dancehall to the next level. Sean Paul also talks about working with Kelly Rowland, looks forward to mashing up this weekend’s Notting Hill Carnival, and explains what motivated his Twitter rant. (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: General Degree Album Sampler

    The Snapple Dapple Is Back, And Not A Moment Too Soon

    It’s always nice to see a certified dancehall legend return to the game. We haven’t heard nearly enough from General Degree lately, but the veteran DJ who gave us classics like “Traffic Blocking,” “When I Hold You Tonight,” and “Pianist” is back and not a moment too soon. His all-new album, Snapple Dapple Vol. 1 drops in September and he’s now booking dates for a European Tour  from November 22nd to December 16th. So how does the music sound? Just cool—with productions by Bobby Digital, Calibud Music, Notnice, Germaica Digital, and Tony “CD” Kelly, Degree is turning up the heat. But don’t take our word for it. Check the album preview after the jump and judge for yourself.

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  • WATCH THIS: DJ Khaled ft. Mavado “Suicidal Thoughts (So Suicidal)” Behind-The-Scenes Video

    First Look At The Brand New Gully Gaad Visuals For His Tune From DJ Khaled’s Kiss The Ring Album
    In this new behind-the-scenes glimpse of the latest We The Best music video, Mavado wraps himself in the Jamaica flag and DJ Khaled sparks a cigar as a noose hangs ominously in the background. Ace Hood and Birdman make brief cameos, and don’t miss the hot new tune that pops up in the second half of the clip (“Chat dem ah chat / Yap dem ah yap / Gullyside we ah action pack”). If anything, that one sounds even sicker than “Suicide.”
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  • HEAR THIS: No Doubt “Settle Down (Major Lazer Remix)”

    Fresh Remix From The Mad Decent Camp To Wind The Summer Down 

    Major Lazer latches on to No Doubt’s lastest single “Settle Down” off their soon to be released Push And Shove album. Everything what we’ve come to expect from the Major, a medley of pulsating beats and jungle tones sprinkled with enough Caribbean flavors guaranteed to get you moving. Major is the Lazer! (more…)

  • Judge Denies Buju’s Request For A New Trial

    Judge Denies Buju’s Request For A New Trial

    The Gargamel’s Troubles Continue As His Legal Team’s Request For A Retrial Is Shut Down

    A federal judge has denied reggae Buju Banton’s request for a new trial stating there’s no need due to a previous appeals court ruling. (more…)

  • HEAR THIS: Demarco “Nuh Worry”

    The Standing Soldier Kicks Back On The Beach Bunx Riddim

    Whether you just won a race at the Olympics or you’re just looking forward to the day when you shine like the sun, UIM’s new Beach Bunx Riddim is the perfect theme song for poppin bottles and celebrating life. Demarco’s cut on the riddim is all about overcoming obstacles, preparing for the worst inna life, and hoping for the best.
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  • HEAR THIS: Laza Morgan “We Rep JA”

    Laza Representing To The Fullest

    The man who brought us “One By One” last summer is back with another banger. “We Rep JA” is the name of the tune on the Rep JA riddim, but the music is just the beginning. RepJA is also a Caribbean Streetwear lifestyle brand with a simple message: “Dem Nuh Bad Like We!!!.” Check their tumblr for a glimpse of their designs and pree the tune after the jump.
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  • Top 10 Sluggy Ranks Selections

    A Full Clip Of Certified Boomshots From The Late Great Dancehall Singer

    One of the greatest vocalists of the New York dancehall scene, Sluggy Ranks, died this past weekend at the age of 44 following a car crash in Kingston. Born Andrew Gregory in Jamaica, Sluggy moved to Brooklyn as a youth and soon began recording for local producers, releasing numerous classic tracks on the Jah Life, Witty’s, Park Heights, Shelly’s, Digital English, Tan Yah, and Wild Apache labels throughout the 1980s and ’90s. He eventually became a foundation artist within the NYC reggae community. A mainstay at Don One dub studio, Sluggy was known for hard-edged yet conscious lyrics and his trademark “EEE” ad-lib. Although he could charge top dollar to put his voice on dubplate, Sluggy was always willing to work with a small sound to help another “Ghetto Youth Buss.” Anytime he took up the mic in a live dancehall session, excitement was sure to follow. According to his obituary on Billboard.biz, he adopted the name Sluggy Ranks as a means of “shooting the slugs of destruction, murder and chaos with righteousness, unity and forgiveness.” Let’s take a look back at the man’s musical legacy. Rest In Power Mr. Slug.

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  • WATCH THIS: Orange Hill ft. Vybz Kartel “Pon Time”

    Brand New Video Gives Werlboss The Grand Theft Auto Treatment

    When Dr. Dre played Coachella this summer, Tupac couldn’t make it so they brought out a hologram. It’s 2012 after all. So it’s no surprise Orange Hill wanted to highlight their tune with Vybz Kartel they stayed “Up 2 Di Time” and went the CGI route as well. Replete with helicopyers, speed boats, and bloodthirsty ninjas, the clip for “Pon Time” looks like a new episode of Grand Theft Auto (shout to Coolie and Seeborn!) except the beats are even crazier.
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  • Interview: Wayne Marshall Talks “Go Hard,” Ghetto Youths Link

    Mr. “Go Hard” Steps Off Stage at London’s Indig02 & Chops It Up With Reshma B

    This past weekend, Damian Marley and the Ghetto Youths International crew set up shop in London, England to kick off the Respect Jamaica 50 shows at the Indig02. After blazing the stage, Wayne Marshall took a moment to kick it with the Reggae Girl About Town. Reshma B asks Wayne about his big new posse cut “Go Hard” and how he really got Kartel on the track. (more…)

  • Interview: Damian Marley At Reggae Sumfest

    Gong To The Zilla Blazes Sumfest On His Birthday, Then Chops It Up With The Reggae Girl About Town

    After mashing up the final night of Reggae Sumfest 2012, Junior Gong tells Reshma B all about the new Ghetto Youths movement. Video after the jump.
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  • WATCH THIS: Konshens Live Pon Radio Lily

    Fresh Off Reggae Sumfest, Konshens Passes Through Miss Lily’s And Makes The Gal Dem Bubble

    Fresh off a breakthrough performance at Reggae Sumfest’s Dancehall Night, Konshens Sojah jets off to NYC to nice up the #StrictlyBoomshots show. Max Glazer on the wheels; video by the man called Gizmo.
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