Music lovers rejoice, PayDay Music is delivering a special dose of gifts, right in time for “day of love”. On February 14th, 2012, PayDay Music digitally released (with much anticipation) the infectious ”Real Reggae Riddim” as well as the tantalizing ”Luv Mood Riddim“. While “Real Reggae Riddim” has been blazing through the viral and radio world feeding the hunger for real music, the currently unreleased “Luv Mood Riddim” is the sweet chocolate covered desert, ready to satisfy that inkling for just a little bit more. “Real Reggae Riddim” brought together a diverse group of artist spanning from Bounty Killer & Wayne Marshall, Raine Seville & Mavado, Ginjah, Beres Brown, Iyara, Fantan Mojah and more, “Luv Mood Riddim” focuses on the vocal abilities of rising artist such as Marlon Binns, Sahie, Kym, and Ashani. To preview all new PayDay Music releases, receive exclusive downloads and updates, please visit PayDayMusicGroup.com and join the mailing list. Real Reggae Riddim – iTunes link - http://bit.ly/wqQB3I Luv Mood Riddim – iTunes link - http://bit.ly/AsZDYT

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Not many young artists have received such a response in just a few months as rising dancehall artist Lejah has leading up to the release of his debut mixtape “The Introduction”. Released Tuesday February 7th, 2012 has already passed 1500+ downloads in just a few days. Since the release of his debut singles Baby Girl and Yuh Body in June of last year, in just 7 months Lejah has caught the attention of producers, disc jockeys, sound systems, and fans of dancehall music who are keeping an eye out for more this year from the talented lyricist from Portmore. With his music on the rise, gaining airplay on various stations across the world and a growing fan base, Lejah’s mixtape is sure to catch the attention of dancehall fans. Attacking a wide range of topics with lyrical prowess “The Introduction” features a slew of new freestyles, new productions by Calibur

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NEW YORK, NY: For far too long one could not say the name Delus without following up with “Konshen’s older brother?” However, this rising star is working feverishly to move out of his younger sibling’s shadow by carving a niche for himself and some would say he has succeeded.  With his summer 2010 anthem “Look Another Gal,” Delus made fans and industry executives take a second look at his body of work. Media became enamored by not only his talent, but his humility and it seems that every day he was either doing a television, radio or print interview. His continuous drive and hard work landed him an EME Award nomination for Most Improved Artist and a MIA Awards nomination for Most Determined Artist in 2011. When the single was not being played daily on the radio, it was being played at popular weekly parties, in taxis and by street

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(Kingston, Jamaica) The global impact of Singing Melody’s album ‘They Call Me Mr. Melody’ continues as fan demand in the UK sends the artist there for an intimate press and album launch followed by performances in Bristol, London and Birmingham. This includes the Valentines show atBrixton’s O2 Academy on February 12 with John Holt, the members of LUST and Freddie McGregor! BJ Promotions in association with Veranda Restaurant and Bar and Bigga U, Di Hit Maker have scheduled the evening for fans to get up close and personal with the Reggae star, and have their recently purchased album autographed. The album continues to do well on Amazon and well iTunes.  The success of the album and its sales echoes what music critics, fans and radio DJ’s are saying! In September, 2011, Singing Melody released the single “Collide” which was met with immediate demand for the song. “Collide” is now #1 in Jamaica and on BBC 3 Counties request lines, the song also made it to the Top of the charts in Aruba where it

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Check out Dancehall/Reggae artist Busy Signal new video “Come Over” directed by Dameon Gayle, produced by Notice Productions. The single is on Heart and Soul Riddim and will appear on Busy’s new album “Reggae Music Again”. The album releases (in the UK) May 7th . . .

Popcaan is staying busy and it’s a good look!! “Clean” “Only Man She Want” and now “Party Shot” . . . The video is a nice, clean fun video, definitely worthy of MTV spins!!

It’s CARNIVAL TIMEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE so you know SOCA TUN UP!!! Just in time for the Carnival season, Lady Saw has been featured on Soca artist Ricky Jai’s remix of “Drinkin Anthem” Get your rum, get your flag and get to drinking!! (safely though lol) JOHNNY WALKER in de buildinggggggggggggggg!!!!

New single releases from Head Concussion Records . . . Konshens “Bring It Come” @KonshenSojah Kiprich “Money Tree” (produced by Sensi) @KippoNuhBehavior

Truckback Records has released a brand new version of one of dancehall reggae’s best loved rub-a-dub riddims, Freedom Blues, to mark the 50th anniversary of Jamaican independence in 2012. Starting with the bubbling, seductive melodies and bass line originally made a staple of Jamaican dancehalls by Pinchers, Admiral Tibet and Brigadier Jerry, Truckback producers Adrian and Steve Lockeinjected the dancehall classic with up-to-the-time vibes for Jamaica’s biggest stars. Now, for the first time, Tarrus Riley, Gyptian, Busy Signal, Warrior King and Turbulence contributed contemporary narratives and are excited to team up with Truckback on this brand new commemorative release, called Freedom Shines, that will connect longtime dancehall fans and the newest generations. Truckback’s Steve Locke says the Freedom Shines riddim is one way for Jamaica’s older and younger generations to come together through the music. “Going into the project, we wanted to use the power of music to unite Jamaica. Freedom

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The wait for the highly anticipated third installment of the CariVibez Video Web Awards is finally over. Caribbean music has come a long way over the last decade and nowhere is that more evident than as seen through the quality of music being created by our artists and producers, the creative and eye popping music videos from our directors, and the creativity of the genre’s unheralded heroes; our dancers and dance groups.  The Video Web Awards, as the name suggests, is a web based award event that is true to its name and follows a format where the web community determines the winners who will be awarded the Global Tower of Recognition.  The list of individuals selected as nominees in each category are those who have created significant buzz on the internet and recognized for their concepts, style, flow, creativity, and cinematography to list a few of the requirements. The

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“CRUNKTIFIED” 2012 DANCEHALL MIXTAPE – DJ DILEMMA & SHOCKWAVE INTERNATIONAL (TRACKED VERSION) ZIPFOLDER D/L >>http://www.mediafire.com/?ge6baf83o8co1g5 “CRUNKTIFIED” 2012 DANCEHALL MIXTAPE – DJ DILEMMA & SHOCKWAVE INTERNATIONAL (SMARTPHONE STRAIGHT FILE) D/L >>http://www.sendspace.com/file/meblfr

Guarantee you after you listen “IS LOVE MI WAH GIVE HAR” will be stuck in your head. A new reggae single from LAMAR CLAN featuring producer Undateka (Oriel) and Bugle. It started off as a hip hop track and managed to become a reggae tune . . . good look!  

  REAL. REGGAE. The words alone speak volumes, it tingles the itch of curiosity to find out what it is, to know what it sounds like. PayDay Music knows presenting the undeniableReal Reggae Riddim. As their 1st official release of 2012, PayDay delivers a riddim of inspiration for what is to come in Reggae and Dancehall. Grammy award winning Austin “PayDay” Green remarks, “The music needs a change, the younger Jamaicans don’t seem to have a sense of where the music comes from. I wanted to create something for everyone.” Real Reggae Riddim features a well arranged selection of 15 tracks and a collection of artist from Bounty Killa to Capleton, Mavado to Sahie, Raine Seville to Kym Hamilton. When questioned about the artist picked to voice,PayDay comments, “it’s a whole generational mix across the board, this riddim leaves no one out, experienced artist to up & coming, Reggae to Dancehall.”Real Reggae Rididm is primed to capture the listeners within the 1st

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Fresh off producing new bubbling track THE HUSTLE for RDX, Blaqk Sheep (the artist) has a new single himself. An ode to breakups, “I’ll Be Fine”  is produced by Riff Raff & Notice Production.

The track (riddim) itself is sickkkkkkkkkkk. Definitely potential for a killer hiphop/dancehall collab on this, until then check out “Til Kingdom Come” I Octane & Chan Dizzy, the 2 artist handle this Head Concussion production pretty well!

New singles from RDX, “THE HUSTLE” and “CLUBBING”. The duo is currently on a tour in European and are making preparations for their upcoming Reggae album!!  

Official video for The Venum (ft Beres Brown & Nymron) HERE TO WIN off the TRUE STORIES Riddim from PayDay Music Group.

Montego Bay (Jamaica) based female recording artist Kimberly Cuville more popularly known Destiny the Magnum King & Queens of Dancehall 2009 runner up, is this week celebrating the official release of her highly anticipated mixtape entitled ”Destined For Greatness”. According to Destiny the 23 track mixtape which is geared towards reintroducing her music to the local scene was conceptualize last year. ”Well we spent about six months in studio working on the mixtape and basically what it now consist of is both new and previously recorded singles that were doing well for me. Destined For Greatness within itself is pretty much self explanatory, my goal for 2012 is to become a household name so we are getting an early start with this mixtape letting the people hear the versatility I have to offer”. Last year Destiny made headlines when she released a comical yet controversial single dubbed ”Rich Girl” which took jabs at popular dancehall deejay Vybz Kartel amongst other. The mixtape which was

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Chilean dancehall artist Jojoman releases his 1st video for 2012, featuring rising artist Moiika Di Millpiece.

The artist more popularly known as “Baby Cham” is starting 2012 off with 2 brand new videos, “Wine” and “Drop It” Reaching major cross-over success in 2006 with “Ghetto Story”, Cham has been a leader in the hiphop/r&b/dancehall collabs, teaming with artist such as Akon, Alicia Keys, Foxy Brown, T-Pain, and Mims just to name a few. (“Drop It” is directed by our good friend Icey Jace Film Factory!)

Internationally renowned reggae vocalist Singing Melody fresh from his December tour of Japan is now gearing up for what could potentially be his biggest mainstream project to date. On January 13th Melody along with SHEM Music Productions, Fat Eyes Productions and VP Records will debut his sixth official studio album entitled “They Call Me Mr. Melody” at a press launch in Kingston Jamaica four days ahead of the albums slated release date of  January 17th.The 13 track album which features never before heard singles from the man they call Mr. Melody comes with great anticipation this following early reviews from critics and industry stakeholders who have all cosigned the new project as Melody’s most anticipated album. In November VIBE Magazine writer Rob Kennercame across “Collide” the lead single off the compilation and was quoted as saying “Welcome back Mr. Melody. We’ve been missing you. And what better way to come back than with a world-class video and one of those songs that touch the heart deeply”. Another key figure in mainstream

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Popcaan alongside RoadBlock Films & Sounique Records kicks off 2012 with a brand new video, “Only Man She Wants”. The single has been bubbling on airwaves since the summertime. Oh and for the style watchers . . . Popcaan rocks that sweater & snapback pretty well . . . let’s see how many copycats this will spark lol!!

From www.AllSeanPaul.com: Sean Paul’s new album “Tomahawk Technique” is almost here! Check out the world premiere of the album cover above and the tracklist below! The album will be released in France, Belgium and Switzerland on Jan 27, 2012. Germany and Austria on Feb 10, 2012 and the UK and Ireland March 12. Stay tuned for the US release date being announced soon! 1. Got 2 Luv U (feat. Alexis Jordan) 2. She Doesn’t Mind 3. Body 4. What I Want 5. Won’t Stop (Turn Me Out) 6. Dream Girl 7. Hold On 8. How Deep Is Your Love (feat. Kelly Rowland) 9. Put It On You 10. Roll Wid Di Don 11. Touch The Sky 12. Wedding Crashers

New video from dancehall artist Konshens “Do Sumn” Make sure you follow Konshens on twitter @KonshensSojah and look out for his album in Feburary!

Top Gunners first mix tape “The Rise Volume 1” hosted by DJ Blaze Push A Yute Productions has just been released. The mix tape has 18 tracks ,which include various singles they have reordered as a group and as solo artists. There is also track called “Love Dilemma” which features international singer Nefatari. To download to your computer CLICK HERE The group is made up of three young male solo artists Neutron, Tactical and Gustin, the trio have only been together roughly 5 months and are all signed to Push A Yute Productions. What makes this group successful is that they all have there own unique style, and when these styles are mixed together it brings a unique vibe which we don’t currently have on the dancehall scene. @NeutronObliv Neutron (20) has been signed to Push A Yute for two years now, and is a producer as well. He has also released songs with

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Here it is . . . Mavado ft Ace Hood, official video for the single “Emergency” – which is Mavado’s 1st collab after signing with DJ Khaled’s label “We The Best”.

Awwww . . . we love Christmas music!!! Here’s a new one from Shaggy “Jamaican Drummer Boy”. It’s a cute and catchy updated version of the old time Christmas favorite “Little Drummer Boy”. Preview the song on youtube below or purchase it on iTunes http://bit.ly/tEnTQD  

Releasing his ninth album on December 20th, Common is letting fans preview  The Dreamer/The Believer now! The 12-track album was executive produced by No I.D. and features singles “Blue Sky”, “The Dreamer” (with Maya Angelou), and “The Believer” (with John Legend). Preview it now . . . (if the video is not showing, click here)    

New video from Dancehall artist Rasco ft Chan Dizzy for the single “Anytime” produced by Head Concussion Records. Watch the video now:

“I give thanks for the musician and artiste that give their time toward the project trust me it was very very hard work”Dameon Gayle Known his 2009 work with Wasp (“Unfair Officer” and “Cry Fi Dem”) and Sir Ford (“Some Days”) to the most recent releases like Wasp “The Government”,  Konshens “Buss A Blank”, Delus “What Tomorrow May Bring”, and GWhizz “Life Sweet”,  Dameon Gayle aka Warrior Musick Production, is quietly yet soundly, making his path in reggae.  With the uplifting mellow bounce of his riddims and trademark “studio vibes” videos, Dameon has earmarked his own style amongst today’s reggae producers. In November 2011, Warrior Musick Productions released “Think Twice Riddim” and out of @Ms_HDP‘s curiosity of the production process, Dameon spoke with @HDPWorld about the making of “Think Twice Riddim”. “The riddim originally started  as song for one of my artiste Sir Ford’s up coming album. Everytime we hang out

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There is a steadily increasing buzz of anticipation as Reggae artiste I-Octane prepares to release his EP titled “Straight from the Heart”. This EP features six carefully chosen tracks that will undoubtedly resonate with people despite their class, color or creed. “You can always meet somebody and talk to them about your experiences but very often there isn’t the time to really get into it and really let them know the situation. That’s why I always say music is a tool. There is no greater way for me to really touch the souls of my fans, except through my music.” As the first project off his own label, Conquer the Globe, I-Octane is proud of the production and support behind this EP. “As an artist we spend so much time on the go and our interaction with our fans is so limited for so many reasons. Therefore, many times I take

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Subkonshus Music & VP Records are proud to announce one of the most anticipated albums in reggae history, which finally arrives on February 28th, 2012. The artist simply known as Konshens, who is coming off of a year fit for a Hollywood Star, graces us with his worldwide debut album, titled “Mental Maintenance”. With several existing hit singles such as, Winner, Good Girl Gone Bad w/ Tarrus Riley, Stink a Road, Realist & Simple Song, already topping the charts, it is quite evident that this album will not dissappoint his fans. “Mental Maintenance” proves to be a masterpiece of sorts. The album consists of seventeen tracks, which takes listeners on an experiemental journey of the mind, heart and soul. KONSHENS, coming up with the album title himself, asserts that music has moved into a fast paced kind of hype and no attention is being paid to the fact that music

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International Reggae Star Mr. Vegas takes on the Alton Ellis classic “You Make Me Happy” for the next official release from his brand new album Sweet Jamaica. The Album will be Mr. Vegas’ first all Reggae album, featuring Reggae covers, and original material with foundation Reggae and Dancehall riddims and melodies. Sweet Jamaica includes guest appearances by Shaggy, Luciano, Nadine Sutherland, Josey Wales, and Jovi Rockwell.  In honor of Jamaica’s 50th Anniversary as an independent nation, Sweet Jamaica is scheduled to hit digital outlets and stores in early 2012. Preview the new single below:

New reggae single “Start a Fyah”  from rising artist, Chronixx.    

 Jamaica’s Own Dancehall Reggae Fusion Group, “Voicemail” and Zimbabwe’s Own Ambassador of African Dancehall, Jusa Dementor, Team Up To Make Everyone Clap Their Hands For a Good Cause.  The daughter has rejoined with her mother, the son has reunited with his father. Africa and the Caribbean have unified to recreate a bond between distant relatives, who share the same bloodline of royalty. Voicemail, hailing from Kingston, Jamaica, have come together with Jusa Dementor, hailing from Harare, Zimbabwe, to promote Dancehall music worldwide with the soon to be smash hit, “Clap Your Hands”, now available for free download for a limited time only. With reggae music gaining popularity in Jamaica and the rest of the Caribbean during the mid to late 20th Century, it was only natural to explode once it hit African Soil. With the help of reggae icons such as Bob Marley, Burning Spear, and Peter Tosh, to Dancehall

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HDP & DJ Dilemma (of Shockwave International) presents Best of Both Worlds :: VOL 2 :: 2011 HITZ Over the summer, they released BoBW :: Ladies Edition, featuring tracks from Adele to Nicki Minaj, Cecile to Macka Diamond, now the team delivers 2011 Hitz, a travel thru snippets from Vybz Kartel & Mavado all the way to Olivia & Mindless Behaviour. Listen now online via SoundCloud http://www.mediafire.com/?4fp9po4swmbebip (PART 1) http://www.mediafire.com/?148wb9k4q7rr30h (PART 2)

Always right on time with a nice dancing tune (whether SOCA or DANCEHALL) is Busy Signal. One of the few dancehall artist who consistently delivers, exactly what we want!!!! Produced by Turf Music/Truckback Records (who recently released the “Friendless Riddim”) Youtube Vid:

The Queen of The Pack is Back. With a brand new single “Bad Inna Bed” produced by A Team Music group. Preview the track below

  Reggae pioneer Jimmy Cliff is hard at work on his new EP and album with Tim Armstrong of the acclaimed punk rock band Rancid. The EP which is expected to be released in November, will notably include a cover of The Clash’s “The Guns of Brixton”. In a release to Stereogum, Cliff said, “The project started after someone in my management organization introduced me to Tim. The cool thing about it was that Tim knew people from the Clash, who I associated with a lot. I worked on a record with Joe Strummer shortly before he passed away. So, we knew people in common and that made it very easy at the beginning. Also, Tim is just very easy to work with. He’s a very creative guy and it’s just been very good – and very easy – working with him.” Check out Jimmy Cliff’s cover of ”The Guns of Brixton” below: Guns Of

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Always of ahead of the game Payday Music is making waves of green, with their newest release “Bedroom Riddim” seductively wrapped with some of the hottest and sexiest female djs in Dancehall. A well packaged riddim (12 songs in total) it includes both seasoned and upcoming artist; and with the rarity of seeing an all female driven riddim, it’s a lovely welcome to the summer time party season. Produced by Austin “Payday” Green himself, it features Bridgez, Gia & Item, Ishawna, Kym, Natalie Storm, Nefatari, Pamputae, Posh, Raine Seville, Stacious, Timberlee, and Martina w/ Delly Ranx. Commenting on his latest production, Austin remarked, “(Dancehall) is male driven, and I think that the women are just as equally talented, so I am doing my best to highlight them. Bedroom and woman, the concept itself is fun and simple, every artist gave it their own twist.” After weeks of sneak peeks and song snippets, “Bedroom Riddim” found its highly anticipated release a success. With DJs clammering to add it to the

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While other’s play the “dancehall lyricist” game one of the fiercist dj’s creeps back on the scene. As many peers, fans, and selectors had been left curious as to where the infamous “braaaat tat tat tat tat” call of Hollowpoint had gone, wonder no more. Armed with lyrics, a solid production team, and a void desperately needing to be filled,Hollowpoint emerges rejuvenated, ready to claim his place amongst Dancehall and Hip Hop legends. “Work Over Time” is an eclectic mix of Hollowpoint’s musical style; featuring a diverse group of 12 singles including his explicit “6ft/7ft” remix “Suck Yuh Mudda” to the mellow summer bounce tune ”Roll Right” on the Fresh Medz Riddim. Combining lyricism that is 100% Hollowpoint with tracks from the illusive BombShop Records, “Work Over Time” is a mixtape for his truest fans while introducing the artist to a whole new generation. Hollowpoint is available for interviews, dub, drops contact hdpentagency@gmail.com for more information. For bookings and general inquiries contact bombshoprecords@gmail.com. Download now :: http://www.sendspace.com/file/5u5y3l  Check out the recent interview w/ Hollowpoint

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UIM Records presents Blak Diamon’s debut mixtape “Roll Out” featuring a nice mix of 26 songs, showcasing the artist talents. Amongst some of the dancehall tracks “Can’t Style Me” and “Boassy Suh”, it includes remixes such as “Zoom” and “Weezy”. “Messing With Yo Best Friend” highlights the artist vocals over a hip hop track. If you don’t know who Blak Diamon is, this mixtape is definitely a well rounded introduction to his style and music. Download it now: http://www.mediafire.com/?eny0h21i5zp228s

It’s time to SPLICE says RDX & VOICEMAIL. 2 of dancehall’s reigning groups, RDX and VOICEMAIL have teamed up and released a new dancing single “Splice” on the Trident Riddim, produced by Kritikal Productions. Preview below on YouTube:

Hearing a new Jah Cure is always right on time With a motivational message we can all use, Jah Cure (under Sobe Entertainment) has released a new single from upcoming album “World Cry”:

Releasing earlier this week is the new “Wash Belly Riddim” from Equiknoxx featuring RDX, Capleton, and more; however one particular song definitely stands out . . . “Fun”. Originally released with just Spice, (after a recent performance at Missy Elliot’s birthday bash) the Hip Hop artist has lent her vocals to the track as well. This collab would make for a FUN video! Dancehall and HipHop are related anyways, collabo’s like this just bring them closer together!

Produced by Marlon Easy from Jus Eazy Productions. Dance/Pop Nice vocals and the track definitely makes for a club banger! Aisha Davis is popularly known from her duet with Aidonia “My Hearts is Hers”