420 Celebration with Busy Signal "Hot Spliff!"

Dancehall super star Busy Signal reshares his 2017 hit record “Hot Spliff” for fans worldwide celebrating 420 today!

Demonstrating his lyrical prowess, Busy tells several tales within the song, and does so by bending words and phrases. The curves of his words combined with his intonation and delivery give fans a memorable sonic experience that keeps this record on repeat. In the first verse, Busy DJ’s the lyrics “memba one time gone / before yuh link wid Lang / yuh haffi link wid Nuffy fuss / nuh fih fuss / yuh nuh fih fight / yuh nuh fih fuss / before yuh tun ah big dawg / yuh was a puppy fuss / puppy fuss / stop fight dih yutes and say dem nah fih buss / nuh fih buss / mind dem send you to dih dust-to-dust….” 

The music video to date has more than 845,000 views / streams on YouTube.  It was produced and directed by Dameon Gayle for Warrior Films JA.

Produced by Turf Music Entertainment, the riddim was especially created for the artists flow.  Interweaving some elements of Hip Hop, the production outfit used a fattened baseline that rides just below the dulled cowbell in unison with Busy as he delivers his lyrics.  Reflecting upon the time the record was made, Busy said “This is one of my favorite ‘Spliff’ chunes because of the many references made in the song.  People really have to pree this to appreciate all that is being said.”

March 2020, Busy Signal was named Dancehall artist of the Decade.  The prestigious accolade came via the IRAWMA Awards and voted on my industry notables.  The Awards body recognized the considerable contribution Busy has made to Reggae, Dancehall, Soca, Reggaeton, Country and Hip Hop.  “It is very difficult for an artist to contribute to so many genres, and have a name so recognized across all platforms, but Busy Signal did that, and continues to do that” says multi platinum selling and award winning Rellee Hayden from A-Team Music Group.  “I’ve produced records for Spragga Benz, Gyptian, 50 Cent, Red Hot Chili Peppers and so many others, and I can tell you that Busy is really that talented, well known, and well respected in all genres.”

Spex Da Boss from G 98 FM agrees that Busy Signal’s song choice for the 420 celebration, “Hot Spliff,” is a good one.  “Here in Canada, we take Cannabis seriously.  This song is one of those songs that you cannot listen to ‘one time’ and move on.  This is a song you have to have on repeat; his lyrical references are dope and deep.”   

“Hot Spliff” as well as many songs from Busy Signal’s catalog are available for stream on the artists YouTube page here:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClNCIJZI3zfnuL7MD_q75Fg

Fans can stay up-to-date with all things Busy on Instagram @busysignal_turf

Busy Signal Praises His Empress for Valentine’s Day + Refixes For the Streets!

Reggae and Dancehall Super star Busy Signal praises his “Empress” just in time for Valentine’s Day with the release of his new song of the same name.

Produced by Elite Generation Records, the song boasts of a man who is proud of the woman he’s given the title of Empress to, and the virtue she possesses.  In sync with the flow of the violin, and the pluck of the piano, Busy sings “you’re the one for me and I’m the one for you / if yuh eva leff yuh know me probably lose a screw / now that we found love what we tell me gonna do / pure family make love shine through ….”

“Empress” was debuted on Heart of Love Radio in the UK thanks to MixmasterJ.  While introducing the song, Mixmaster said “it’s not any and any artist who delivers music for the ladies and for the streets in the same moment.  Busy Signal is that artist and that’s exactly what he did.  Man and woman are happy – it doesn’t get any better than that!”  In Canada the song was debuted by DJ Wiz on VIBE 105 FM, and in Atlanta, the song made its mark via DaFlava Radio with Rico Vibes.

Blazing the streets from Miami to Kingston to Auckland to Tokyo and all points in between, Busy delivers two refixes for fans.  Adding to the ‘drip-flow’ of Roddy Ricch, “Real Bad Boys” and “Machine” have taken on a life of their own as hardcore fans react with fire emoji’s of approval.

Performing the song “Real Bad Boys” the DJ says “bad man ting / yawd man deh yah / brick pon brick pure bay broad ban deh yah / man a roll with the strap pure tall one deh yah / we lock dih whole damn scheme ….”

In time for lovers celebrating Valentine’s Day Busy delivers “Empress,” and for hardcore fans in the streets comes “Real Bad Boys” and “Machine.”

Connect with Busy on social media @busysignal_turf

Included in this email are links to download “Real Bad Boys” and “Machine” which are for promotional purposes only.  If you’d like the song “Empress” please reply to this email.

Download Real Bad Boys here:  https://www.dropbox.com/s/dlhqrvya4acvzn4/Busy%20Signal%20-%20Real%20Bad%20Boys%20%5BRoddy%20Ricch%20%27The%20Box%27%20Re-Fix%5D.mp3?dl=0

Download Machine here:  https://www.dropbox.com/s/8zrnp3iwhcjtnug/Busy%20Signal%20-%20Machine%20%5BMustard%20%27Ballin%27%20ft%20Roddy%20Ricch%20Refix%5D.mp3.mp3?dl=0

Social Media TAGS:  #BusySignal #Refix #RoddyRicch #Machine #RealBadBoys

 

Busy Signal's "Got To Tell You"

VP Records is proud to release the new single from reggae/dancehall veteran Busy Signal, “Got to Tell You” from his upcoming album Parts of the Puzzle. Out this Friday April 26th on all digital platforms, and exclusively premiering today on Large Up, the self-produced and self-written track is a high energy dancehall track laced with EDM.

“Got to Tell You” follows the success of his recent string of singles, “Stay So”, “One Way”, “Dolla Van” and more. With hit after hit, Busy Signal has established his talent and staying power in the industry with his versatility in blending dancehall and reggae with EDM, afrobeats, salsa and other international sounds to create hardcore bashment anthems and transcendent global hits.

Born Reanno Gordon, Busy first burst on the dancehall scene as part of iconic deejay Bounty Killer’s Alliance crew over a decade ago, establishing himself as a major factor in the genre with his breakthrough hit “Step Out” and an album by the same name. Successive projects like Loaded and D.O.B. further showcased Busy’s outside-the-box lyrical displays and eclectic ear for rhythms and, in 2012, he went back to basics with Reggae Music Again, an all-reggae set selected as one of the Top 10 albums of the year by the BBC.

In addition to solo work, Busy has enjoyed a fruitful partnership with Major Lazer, who featured him on their 2013 international smash “Watch Out For This (Bumaye)” and “Jump” off 2017’s Know No Better EP, as well as on the title track from No Doubt’s Major Lazer-produced album Push and Shove. A remixed version of “Jump” can be heard in Bacardi’s “Dance Floor” commercial campaign currently airing on TVs across North America. A pioneer in the fusion of dancehall and Afro sounds, Busy Signal has also cultivated deep ties with Africa, frequently visiting countries such as Zimbabwe and Gambia to perform. With one foot firmly planted in the core Caribbean market and the other always exploring new sounds and styles, count on Busy to deliver another epic musical journey. -Some words by Jesse Serwer of Large Up

Stay tuned for the “Got To Tell You” official music video coming soon! 

Busy Signal Says Chick I “Got To Tell You!”

Greetings!

There are some things that will never change in life, and one of them is the reaction of a man when he sees that ideal woman who is too hot to resist.  As Busy Signal says in his newest single “Got To Tell You,” and chick is going to make time to listen!

This easy groove single features Busy’s trademarked lyrical flow, and a few musical references that will bring a smile to your face.  Remember “Limb by Limb” by Cutty Ranks?  Busy masterfully weaves the memorable song as he sing-jays “wave them off / gyal shake up yuh body / love how yuh wine cause yuh full of the energy ….”

Produced by Busy Signal for Turf Music Entertainment, you can be sure that the ladies will be moving when you select this chune … Busy has a track record of doing this!  Consider this to be the ‘warm-up’ to Busy’s ‘Ladies Season!’

Request the song from your favorite DJ and stream it on Social Media!  @busysignal_turf

Busy Signal Shines at 2020 Gala With Star and Community Support!

Multi Genre Superstar Busy Signal was all smiles and shining with the success of the 2020 Gala held at the Grand Bahia Principe in Jamaica!

Busy Signal Addressing Audience at Gala

Raising money for the Busy 2020 Helping Hands Foundation, a foundation dedicated to reaching children and young people to tackle issues such as violence, poverty and lack of health care access, Busy Signal brought together entertainers as well as community stakeholders who collectively agreed that together, they can make a difference.

Performances by Christopher Martin, DMajor, Exco Levi, and Ikaya demonstrated the will of younger generation artists to make a difference in the lives of the youth.  This project will not only benefit people from St. Ann’s Bay, but the entire Parish of St. Ann and neighboring Parishes (Trelawny and St. Mary) as citizens from neighboring Parishes visit the St. Ann’s Hospital as well.

Speaking to media, Busy said “it is important that the youth and the community know and understand that yes we are doing well in our careers, but we haven’t forgotten where we come from, and we are determined to give back to our community … to make it a better place for those coming up after us.”  Echoing Busy’s sentiment is Ikaya who added “some of the kids from this community are going to be doctors in the future.  A small gesture from us today will go a long way tomorrow!”

Launched in April, 2015, the Busy 2020 Helping Hands Foundation has worked with and donated much needed medical equipment to the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital in an effort to make medical access readily available for people in that area of Jamaica.

Donors outside of Jamaica who wish to make a contribution can do so via the website http://www.busy2020helpinghands.com/

To view the entire album of photos from the Gala, visit www.Facebook.com/OneBusySignal

Shanty Town Riddim Returns with 2 Heavy Chunes from Suga Roy ft. Busy Signal and Dasia!

If you tune in to Irie FM in Jamaica, you’ve probably heard two new songs added to rotation that fans are skanking and rocking to!  Yes friend, Irie FM is making Jamaica extra Irie playing the chunes “Shanty Town” by Suga Roy and The Fireball Crew featuring Busy Signal, and “Cheating” by Dasia (pronounced Day-See-Yah)! 

Both chunes are on the 2015 version of the Shanty Town riddim produced by Fireball Records, and both would make the original producer of the riddim, Leslie Kong - 1966, and performers on the Riddim, Desmond Dekker and The Aces, very proud.

The mastery you expect from seasoned veteran Suga Roy is there, as well as the slick lyrical flow from Busy.  A voice you may remember is Zareb who makes an appearance as a part of the Fireball Crew (Conrad Crystal is also a member), and Dasia, a new voice to many, is one that will not be forgotten.

Here is a sample of some lyrics from the chune “Cheating” which I know you and your audience will enjoy:  “I never thought I could feel another like this / I know it’s cheating but I like the feeling / emotions running down my spine /  I reminisce / on the days it was just between us…!”  

Now friends, this is music, so until you hear the chune, and catch the drift, don’t judge Dasia, or me promoting this song.  When you hear it, you will smile and say “Natasha was right!”

It’s time to lively up your playlist by adding these two new Shanty Town Riddim additions to your rotation.  Don’t say I didn’t tell you!

P.S.  Connect with Suga Roy and the Fireball Crew via email fireballentertainmentco@yahoo.com or connect with Busy Signal via Twitter >>> @busysignal_turf or Facebook:  www.Facebook.com/OneBusySignal!

SoundCloud Link:  https://soundcloud.com/reggaeville/dasia-cheating-shanty-town-riddim-fire-ball-records-2015

Busy Signal Redefines ‘Busy’ With Tours, Studio and Foundation!

Multi Genre superstar Busy Signal redefined the word ‘busy’ with an active summer tour schedule, new music releases and the Busy 2020 Helping Hands Foundation.  

Busy Signal

Performing across the Caribbean, the Middle East and Europe, Busy connected with a record number of fans via live performances and extensive media interviews.  His August, 2015 appearance in Uganda for the Pepsi Music UG concert saw a record number of fans sell out the Lugogo Cricket Oval in Kampala to hear music from the star.  “Being in Uganda, and performing for all those fans was one of the greatest experiences of my career.  The people, the fans – everyone showed such love, and that is something I will never forget” said Busy from his recording studio in Jamaica.

Musically, Busy has released a record number of singles which have charted in markets around the world.  Songs such as “Text Message” (available on VP Records Reggae Gold 2015 compilation), “What If” and “That’s How We Do It” have been radio mainstays, and fan favorites.  The artists independent production of the Reggae Rock Riddim on his Turf Music label saw exceptional success especially in Canada, receiving large support from the #1 Reggae radio show, the Delroy G Show heard on G98 FM.  “Since the riddim came out in June of this year, there hasn’t been a week that I haven’t played singles from it.  Busy Signal is making good music that everyone loves” said the radio host when contacted at the radio station.

Near and dear to Busy’s heart is his foundation, the Busy 2020 Helping Hands Foundation.  The aim of the organization is to reach children and young people with the aim to tackle issues such as violence, poverty and lack of health care access.  Launched in April, 2015, the Foundation has worked with and donated much needed medical equipment to the St. Ann’s Bay Regional Hospital in an effort to make medical access readily available for people in that area of Jamaica.

On Saturday September 26^th, 2015 at 7pm, Busy signal will host the Busy 2020 Helping Hands Foundation Ball being held at the Grand Bahia Principe Resort in Runaway Bay, St. Ann.  The ball will be attended by members of the Entertainment fraternity, Politicians and supporters of the foundation; the minimum donation to attend is $10,000 JA.  For additional information visit http://www.busy2020helpinghands.com/

Coming up for Busy Signal are new music releases, as well as a return to Africa in October.  Stay up to date with all things Busy Signal via Social Media:  www.Facebook.com/OneBusySignal

That’s How We Do It:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QADa13NoNtg

Jukeboxx Productions Responds to Busy Signal’s Claim

In response to the accusatory press release from ‘Turf Music’ dated Monday July 6, 2015, claiming lack of knowledge of Trinidad engagement; Juke Boxx Productions would like to respond with the following:

Hot Pepper Entertainment (Promoter) entered into a contractual agreement with Juke Boxx Bookings on April 9, 2013, to book several artistes, one of which was Busy Signal (Reanno Gordon), for a proposed show in Trinidad. Hot Pepper Entertainment subsequently sent incomplete deposits in incremental wire transfers totaling approximately USD $30,000.00 to secure the artistes’ performance at this engagement. Hot Pepper Entertainment was unable to honor their contractual obligation to remit the outstanding deposit amounts despite numerous extensions and the demonstration of leniency on the part the Juke Boxx team to assist the promoter.

After the separation of Busy Signal from Juke Boxx Productions, all documents relating to Gordon’s business affairs, and future contractual obligations were turned over to his new management, including the above mentioned deposit amount due to him of US $22,500 for them to proceed with the engagement, at their own discretion.

Hot Pepper Entertainment’s failure to pay the remaining deposit amounts required, for all the artistes by the due date constituted a breach of contract, as per excerpt of the signed agreement below:

4. If PURCHASER fails or refuses to comply with any of the material provisions contained in the Contract or this Rider, including but not limited to filing or refusing (A) to proceed with the presentation of the engagement which is the subject of the Contract (B) To make payment (s) as set forth in this Contract on or before the dates and times specified or otherwise defaults in performing any obligations under this agreement, the ARTISTE and Juke Boxx Productions shall be entitled to retain said deposits as liquidated damages

It is therefore rather strange, that Busy Signal and his new management team claim ignorance of this issue, when all details and amounts collected on their behalf were handed over to them. It is also our understanding that they chose to refund a portion of the deposit collected to the Promoter.

The Juke Boxx Management Team would like to caution, that invalidated accusations can be defamatory for which individual/s can be held liable through the courts as a consequence.

Busy Signal’s Arrest in Trinidad & Tobago Over Outstanding Contract with Jukeboxx Productions

Reggae and Dancehall Superstar Busy Signal was arrested in Trinidad & Tobago on Saturday July 4^th, 2015 over an outstanding contract with his former management company, Jukeboxx Productions.  

Busy Signal

Unaware that there was an outstanding financial issue, Busy Signal traveled to the twin republic of Trinidad & Tobago to perform at TAO (Together As One) at Queen’s Park in Port of Spain for which he was billed as the headlining artist.  Prior to arriving at the venue, the artist was arrested at his hotel, and appeared in court alongside attorney Fareed Ali.

The information presented in court made it clear that Jukeboxx Productions entered in to an agreement with Peppers Entertainment for Busy Signal to perform at the scheduled event.  The event was subsequently canceled so Busy Signal, real name Reanno Gordon, and his new management team, agreed to refund the promoter $15,000 USD, in addition to payment made when the show was initially cancelled.

Of the situation Galey Gordon, Busy’s Manager, said “The advance payment of $37,088 USD was not disclosed to us [Turf Music Entertainment] by former management who entered in to business affairs on Busy’s behalf.  We had no material knowledge whatsoever of this apparent infraction.  If we had, we would have acted to resolve the issue prior to coming to Trinidad.”

Turf Music Entertainment is currently requesting a copy of the original agreement between Jukeboxx Productions and Peppers Entertainment as well as transaction records between both parties regarding the event. 

After reaching a mutual resolve, Busy Signal performed to an eager crowd at Queen’s Park, closing the show.  The artist is enjoying international success with his singles “What If” and “Text Message.”

For additional information about Busy Signal, media and fans can Like his Facebook feed and receive daily updates:  https://www.facebook.com/OneBusySignal

Is Reggae Dead or Dying?

So an argument (meaning a train of thought) is making its’ rounds that Reggae is dying or is dead.  This line of reasoning bothers me for so many reasons; I won’t bother or bore you with my complete line of thought but will summarize like this:  if Reggae is dying, why are there so many new bands entering the Reggae market every day … who are NOT from the Caribbean? 

If Reggae is dying, why do hundreds of thousand even millions of people attend Reggae Festivals / concerts events every year?  If Reggae is dying, why do music video’s in the genre rack up millions of views – most recently the success of MAG!C’s song “Rude?”

If Reggae is dying why is Bob Marley still on the Rolling Stone top 10 list of greatest selling artists of all times (while alive and after he passed)?  Why do tourists from around the world flock to Jamaica to experience the culture (which is definitely a part of the music) and the Bob Marley Museum?

Anyone who says Reggae is dead or dying is trying to feed a machine that doesn’t exist.  Reggae is more alive than any other genre of music.

In comes the musical ting called Reggae Rock Riddim produced by Busy Signal and the team at Turf Music Entertainment!

Using overtones of Country with a sweet piano skank and subtle riddim guitar, Busy and team makes the riddim sing to the point that, as an on air personality, you will want this playing under your voice when you talk to the people.  That’s in addition to you playing all the chunes on the riddim which features:  Mink Jo, Christopher Martin, Jr. Daine, Kananga & Gottyo, Lutan Fyah, Mr. Diamond, RC and Romain Virgo!

Don’t sleep, hesitate, pause or even blink your eye with this riddim; and please, whatever you do, don’t say you didn’t get it!

© Natasha Von Castle 2015

Box.com Link:  https://app.box.com/s/oybgbg6c3ybl0rpumj1lz95kjiw0luyq

International Reggae Playlist - Radio Broadcast!

Another great show on deck, and more words of thanks and appreciation for the support!

Playlist – February 9^th, 2015 as heard on 95.3 FM in Philadelphia / 1430 AM  / Vybz 103.9 FM / 95.3 FM / 99.3 FM / 91.7 FM / 104.7 Fort Lauderdale and Miami / and Online via:  www.radioregent.com – Toronto / www.irievibesradiodetroit.com – Detroit / www.daflavaradio.com – Atlanta / www.TonySoul.com - Ft. Lauderdale / www.NoyzRadio.com - New York / www.Reggae4Us.com - The UK / www.reggaeradiovibes.co.uk - The UK / www.siixteen.com - The UK / www.basslinemuzik.com – Tampa / www.buyakaradio.com – Colombia www.datzhitsradio.com – Boston / www.ReggaeCaption.com – Toronto /

Listen again / download link:  http://www.mediafire.com/listen/6htltdt0jznaprj/Natasha_Von_Castle_-_Music_Connection_-_February_9th,_2015.mp3

Adele Harley – Walk Away

Tony Anthony – Can I Get Some Sleep

Tarrus Riley – 1, 2, 3 I Love You

Da’Ville – All You Need in a Friend

Richie Stephens – Murdah

Tanto Metro and Devonte – No More

Gappy Ranks – Heaven in Her Eyes

Kranium – Nobody Has to Know [Bost & Bim Remix]

Nikesha Lindo – Talk of the Town

Marcia J. Ball – Tell Him

Winsome Benjamin ft. Daddy URoy – I Believe

Kees from Kes The Band

Kes – Can’t Wait

Stephen Souza – Can’t Tear Us Apart

Kaisha Lee – Be Mine

Blizz ft. Lenn Hammond – Beautiful Day

Ammoye – Cool and Deadly

Chelsea Stewart – Over You

Maxi Priest – Every Little Thing

Duane Stephenson – Wire Waist

Shuga – Seal Up Again

Dalton Harris – Words of Wisdom

Nana McLean – Give Me One Reason

Beres Hammond – Come Down Father

Mikey Spice – Born Again

Michael Jackson ft. Justin Timberlake – Love Never Felt So Good

Station Identification

Buggy Nhakente – Bossman

Mykal Rose ft. Treson – Life on the Rocks

Turban X – Kings and Queens

Gappy Ranks ft. Mr. williams – Where is the Love

General Degree – Irie

Bigga Boss – Giddion [Dubplate]

Stephen Marley ft. Capleton & Sizzla – Rock Stone

Stephen Marley ft. Spragga Benz & Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley – Bongo Nyah

Tommy B – Life is Getting Better

Raging Fyah – Feel Jah Love

Exco Levi – Cali Farmer

Exco Levi – Whadada

Raging Fyah – Fight

Joseph ‘Culture’ Hill ft. Buju Banton – Never Get Weary

Inner Circle ft. Chronixx & Jacob Miller – Tenement Yard

Buju Banton – Time and Place

Chronixx – Plant It

Busy Signal – Greetings

Stephen Marley ft. Akon & Buju Banton – My Conclusion

Busy Signal – Money Flow

Gappy Ranks – Positive Energy

Gappy Ranks – Pumpkin Belly

Listen again / download link:  http://www.mediafire.com/listen/6htltdt0jznaprj/Natasha_Von_Castle_-_Music_Connection_-_February_9th,_2015.mp3

Send your music to:  natashavoncastle@gmail.com

What If Busy Signal Never Did What He's Done?!

If you’re subscribed to Busy Signal via YouTube, you know that the artist just released a certified HOTTT music video called “What If,” and this sneak release has fans in a frenzy!

Though the MP3 for the chune has not been released to DJs or made available on iTunes (the release is coming in the next few weeks), the artist builds anticipation for radio play by asking some key questions that industry insiders know to be though provoking.  Questions such as “what if when me say ‘step out’ mih did ah step back” and “what if I never mastered my craft … business lock.”  Discussion is even raised about the time Busy was behind bars in the US.  Though you cannot talk to Busy directly about the questions asked, he knows you will talk amongst yourselves.  This is what we call cause and effect!  Can you imagine the Dancehall and Reggae landscape without Busy?  I can't and I don't want to.

Pree the video at the link below and get ready for a sweet 2 and a half minute ride!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Nw7IPfUe5k

Kyle Lowry's Top 10 Pre All-Star Game Playlist!

It was just announced (Thursday January 22^nd, 2015) that Toronto Raptor Kyle Lowry will be a starter on team East for the NBA All Star game.  This honor is reserved for the best players in the NBA as voted by players and the fans.  To celebrate (Toronto is my home team after all), I decided to put together my top 10 songs for Kyle’s pre-game listening party!

P.S.  I’m a Reggae and Dancehall chick but I had to throw in some Hip Hop too.  My soundtrack for Kyle Lowry:

Kyle Lowry

10.  Stylo G – Move Back (Diztortion Remix)

9.  Gloomy Grade – Can’t Stop Me Now

8.  Snoop Lion – Here Comes the King

7.  Big Daddy Kane – Ain’t No Half Steppin

6.  Bigga Boss – Nobody Fih Ramp Wid

5.  Bobby Shmurdah – Hot Ni&&a

4.  King Ali Baba – Target

3.  Kranium – History

2.  Busy Signal – Glass Hand

1.  Demarco – Levels to This

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFH9L6-ZG1w

As point guard from Villanova by way of Cardinal Doughtery High School in Philadelphia, Kyle has worked his way up from the bottom which is why the number one song comes from Demarco called “Levels to This.”  Anyone who thinks this just ‘came’ to Kyle or any other player, have no idea the training and regiment players go through.

Congrats Kyle … can’t wait to see you do us proud!

When the Praises Go Up The Blessings Come Down!

There is an age old expression that says when the praises go up, the blessings come down, and if that expression is true (which I personally think it is), then thanks to Busy Signal’s new chune called Gospel Medley, be prepared to receive non-stop blessings because you will be giving non-stop praise!  

Busy Signal

Released and produced on Busy’s label Turf Music, Busy begins 2015 singing a medley of Gospel songs reminiscent of what you would hear in church.  Combining the musical ministry of Pocomania (Jamaica / Caribbean) and Baptist, Team Turf goes hard with heavy accents of organ, tambourine and hand clap.  While doing so, we can hear Busy sing “I saw the light / I saw the light / no more in darkness / no more in night / now I’m so happy / no sorrow in sight / praise the lord / I saw the light!”  What makes this medley so profound is this chune will be played in the Dancehall, and wherever 2 or 3 are gathered in his name, there shall he be.  God is in the Dancehall!

If you remember 2009’s “Praise and Worship,” or 2013’s “Reason Why I Sing” you will more than understand this Gospel Medley and will appreciate the spirit in which it was made:  let blessings come down on the people!  If you have a playlist that is designed just for Sunday, this is a song you must add!

I should also note that pure music lovers (people who love instrumentation, chord progression etc), you will LOVE the down south (southern United States) sound Busy creates at the end of the song.  He does this with song choice “Sweet Chariot” and male and female backing vocalists.  The effect is the sound of a choo-choo train.  Let the song play to the very end!

Make sure you tell Busy what you think via Twitter >>> @busysignal_turf | or Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/OneBusySignal

Listen to the song here:  

https://soundcloud.com/turfmusicent/busy-signal-gospel-medley-turf-music-ent

International Reggae Playlist - Syndication!

Microphone ... CHECK!  Last week was mic horrors, this week, everything is plugged in and good to go!

Playlist – December 23^rd, 2014 as heard on 95.3 FM in Philadelphia / 1430 AM  / Vybz 103.9 FM / 95.3 FM / 99.3 FM / 91.7 FM / 104.7 Fort Lauderdale and Miami / and Online via:  www.radioregent.com – Toronto / www.irievibesradiodetroit.com – Detroit / www.daflavaradio.com – Atlanta / www.TonySoul.com - Ft. Lauderdale / www.NoyzRadio.com - New York / www.Reggae4Us.com - The UK / www.reggaeradiovibes.co.uk - The UK / www.siixteen.com - The UK / www.basslinemuzik.com – Tampa / www.buyakaradio.com – Colombia www.datzhitsradio.com – Boston / www.ReggaeCaption.com – Toronto /

Listen again / download link:  http://www.mediafire.com/listen/ofolda08igwx7so/Natasha_Von_Castle_-_The_Music_Connection_-_December_23rd,_2014.mp3

Ieye – Christmas Breeze

Shinehead – Christmas Medley

Michael Palmer – Happy Merry Christmas

Barrington Levy – I Saw Mommy Kiss a Dreadlocks

Eek-a-Mouse – Reggae Christmas

Christmas Reggae

Jacob Miller – Silver Bells

Jacob Miller – Wish You A Irie Christmas

Yellowman ft. Peter Metro – Canada Cold

Admiral Bailey – Old Time Something

Gregory Isaacs – Let’s Give it a Try

Buju Banton – Hooked on the Love

Shabba Ranks – Get Up Stand Up

Half Pint – Level the Vibes

Junior Cat – No Rock Away

General Echo – People Are You Ready

Dennis Brown – Rocking Time

Half Pint – Greetings

Busy Signal – Greetings

Busy Signal – Money Flow

Eek-A-Mouse – Wha Do Dem

Byron Lee & The Dragonaires – White Christmas

Collie Buddz – Holiday

CBlock - Chestnuts Roasting 

D’Angel – Spread a Little Love

Jah Selah – Christmas With You

Toronto Artists for Christmas – It’s Christmas

Kaisha Lee – Happy Holidays

Shaggy ft. Maxi Priest & Super Cat – Night Flight

Beres Hammond – Winter Wonderland

The Tamlins – Give Love on Christmas

Maurice – Merry Christmas

Million Stylez – Holiday

Iley Dread – Lover’s Holiday

Biggie Irie – Come All Ye Faithful

Sanchez – This Christmas

OMI – Christmas Medley

Tammy Baldeo – Rocking Around the Christmas Tree

Michelle Gordon – All I Want for Christmas

Boney M – Brown Girl in the Ring

Boney M – Mary’s Boy Child

Boney M – Rivers of Babylon

Scrunter – Leroy

Scrunter – Madam Jeffery

King Cosmos – Daisy

King Cosmos – Bring Mih Baby Home

Richie Stephens – Let Me Down Easy

Mike Anthony – Who Told You So

Keith and Tex – Back in to Your World

Listen again / download links:  http://www.mediafire.com/listen/ofolda08igwx7so/Natasha_Von_Castle_-_The_Music_Connection_-_December_23rd,_2014.mp3

Send me your music!  natashavoncastle@gmail.com

Global Reggae Radio Syndication - Playlist!

Ugh!  I had a lot of issues with my microphone but I still worked through this weeks radio show.  Thank you to all who tuned in and support the movements.  #GoodMusicForGoodPeople!

Playlist – December 16^th, 2014 as heard on 95.3 FM in Philadelphia / 1430 AM  / Vybz 103.9 FM / 95.3 FM / 99.3 FM / 91.7 FM / 104.7 Fort Lauderdale and Miami / and Online via:  www.radioregent.com – Toronto / www.irievibesradiodetroit.com – Detroit / www.daflavaradio.com – Atlanta / www.TonySoul.com - Ft. Lauderdale / www.NoyzRadio.com - New York / www.Reggae4Us.com - The UK / www.reggaeradiovibes.co.uk - The UK / www.siixteen.com - The UK / www.basslinemuzik.com – Tampa / www.buyakaradio.com - Colombia

www.datzhitsradio.com – Boston / www.ReggaeCaption.com – Toronto /

Listen / download link:  http://www.mediafire.com/listen/2ag1tnzpbne0b0z/Natasha_Vin_Castle_-_The_Music_Connection_-_December_16th,_2014.mp3

Belinda Brady

Tarrus Riley – She’s Royal [Mecoustic Version]

Vicky Sola – Inside Out

Scantana ft. Anthony Redrose – Family

Raymond Wright – Things

Da’Ville – All You Need in a Friend

Morgan Heritage – Girl is Mine

Ammoye – Baby It’s You

Marcia J. Ball – Beautiful Flowers

Belinda Brady – Wishing You Were Here

Bitty McLean – A Step Closer

Busy Signal – Comfort Zone

Christopher Ellis ft. Stephen Marley – End of Time

Brian and Tony Gold – Love Me Always

Bugle – Nuh Compatible

Tarrus Riley – Superman

C-Sharp – You

Adele Harley – Love Has Faded

Jah Cure – That Girl

Blessed – Loving You

Tony Uptown – I’m Just a Dread

Bad Gal Bambi – Sure

Tarrus Riley – Soul Mate

Tarrus Riley – For Me

Anthony Red Rose – Under My Skin

Jimmy Riley – Natty Check Fih You

Shaggy ft. Beres Hammond – Fight This Feeling

Stephen Souza – Sensi Smoker Pt. 2

Biggie Irie – Let’s Stay Together

Culture – Why Am I a Rasta

Jah Bouks – Angola

Cali P – I Am Bless

D-Major – Real Know Real

Don Yute ft. Jacob Miller – Show Me the Way

Cali P – Roll Deep

Busy Signal – Deal Wid It

Dubmatix ft. Pinchers – Rock and a Hard Place

Pinchers – Ancient of Days

Dennis Brown – Revolution

Nereus Joseph – Things in Life

Luciano – Don’t Sell Out

Dennis Brown – So Long Rastafari

Kojo Neatness – Healing of the Nation

Tony Roy – Just Gwaan

Alaine – Jehovah

Luciano – By The Father’s Grace

Listen / download link:  http://www.mediafire.com/listen/2ag1tnzpbne0b0z/Natasha_Vin_Castle_-_The_Music_Connection_-_December_16th,_2014.mp3

Email me your music:  natashavoncastle@gmail.com | Tweet with me @NatashaVonC

Big Up Notorious B.I.G and Busy Signal - HOTTT New Banger!

When we check the dictionary for the meaning of the word notorious, the definition says ‘publicly or generally known, as for a particular trait.”  An example of the word notorious in a sentence is “Busy Signal is notorious for making music people love.”  With that said…!

Busy Signal

Busy has unleashed another single that combines Hip Hop (a genre he really loves) with Dancehall (a genre that really loves him!) and the result is the HOTTT club banger “Glass Hand!”

Using the infamous riddim “The Notorious B.I.G” as a backdrop, Busy pays homage to legends who paved the way for him and other artists, and at the same time creates a party vibe for everyone (old and young) to celebrate life!  The DJ says:  push up the hand and let me see the glass hand / celebration cause life short and / gyalis inna dih street man nuh Tarzan / mih seh mih get more than the Victoria Secret draws man / hotead / me alone up inna mih class and / hail dih Killer cause dih General cross and …!

When you hear what Busy does to this riddim, you would wish Notorious B.I.G. was alive to collaborate with him.  As a matter of fact, I think Biggie would be a huge fan of Busy, just as Busy is a HUGE fan of Biggie!

If you’re ready to get your party lit, you’re ready for this chune from Busy available at the link below.  Make sure you let Busy know what you think via Twitter >>> @busysignal_turf

Direct Link to Glass Hand Clean:  https://app.box.com/s/yg5s56fs0lytngs9lxqo

Direct Link to Glass Hand Explicit:  https://app.box.com/s/dq9zafea6y42r99q0lud

Vibes and Ting ►►► Busy Signal – Here & Now!

In 1989, Luther Vandross (rest in peace), teamed with David L. Elliot and Terry Steele, and created history with the song “Here and Now.”  That song peaked on the Billboard top 100 chart, and helped to solidify Luther as the man with the golden voice, and the right lyrics whose music would be played forever.  Busy Signal, has now affirmed his placement in that ranking with the release of his song with the same name “Here and Now.”  

Making the song exceptional with a Caribbean twist (as only Busy Signal can), the artist recreates lyrics that are meaningful when he sings:  mih gyal me have you inna mih arms yuh feel so warm just like a comforter / nuh worry bout yuh bread mih gyal because yuh know it dun butta / telling yuh straight I’m not like some bwoy wah make dem tongue stutter / and the least likkle ting dem box yuh dung and tool dem run go fah….”  He goes on to reinforce confidence in his girl, and reassure her that she is #1 and he desires no other.  These are the lyrics that every woman needs from her man!

Musically, you will appreciate the easy juggling between the bass line, top hat and synthesizer which act as the perfect ‘bed’ for Busy to lay his lyrical ‘comforter.’  Whether you’re playing on the radio, for a wedding, a nice Sunday drive in the country, or as part of a mixtape, you cannot go wrong with this chune as a feature.

Broadcasting in amplified sound, and ready to infect the world with its beautiful vibration is Busy Signal and the chune “Here and Now” at the links below!

P.S.  Connect with Busy on Twitter and tell him what you think >>> @busysignal_turf

Mediafire Link:  http://www.mediafire.com/listen/p673cfafet4i3a8/Busy_Signal_-_Here_&_Now_[Turf_Music_Ent].mp3

Box.com Link:  https://app.box.com/s/vptpg9gxmdfnpvthts9s

Busy Signal Delivers Wappings!

I love watching older couples when they’re out at social events.  As they interact with friends and colleagues, there always comes a point in the evening when the man gives his Lady a look as if to say “you … yuh see you when we get home … ah wrappings!”  Speaking for the younger generation young man, Busy Signal’s newest release “Wap Wap” is as smooth and suave as the look of the older gentleman to his Lady!

Ladies, when you're out in the club, be prepared to rush the dance floor, and also be prepared to display acrobatics as Busy gives you the ‘Wap, Wap!’   

Setting the girls nice, Busy says:  “my girl when yuh bounce it / when yuh jiggle it / when yuh … squeeze it two time and balance and bounce it / when yuh jiggle it / when yuh kotch it up to the left to the right / gyal bounce it / and jiggle it / then yuh / balance pon yuh head / mek me miggle it / hey balance gyal / hey balance gyal / Gyal ah get wap…!  Musical Murdah!

This chune is track 7 from the Weedy G produced album called Rise (distributed by VP records).  What makes this chune brilliant is the effect Weedy G uses with the synthesizer that encourages Busy’s lyrics – almost as if the synth is egging Busy on to reveal more. 

The summer just got extra HOTTT with this chune!  Jamaica Avenue in New York, Garance Festival in France, Nottinghill Carnival in London, you name it, the world is going to beat this banger hard!

P.S.  Tweet Busy when you play the chune so he can Retweet >>> @busysignal_turf