Marijuana Fih Blaze - Jah Cure x Damian Marley

Grammy Nominated Reggae Superstar, Grammy Nominated Reggae Superstar, Jah Cure has released his next single “Marijuana” featuring Damian ‘Junior Gong’ Marley on VP Records, just in time for 4/20. In addition to the songs release, the “Marijuana” video will premiere on Complex April 19th. To add to the celebration, Jah Cure and Damian ‘Junior Gong’ Marley will be supporting 4/20 parties around the U.S., providing patrons with limited edition “Marijuana” rolling papers, posters, and more. (List of parties below)

Produced and written by Jah Cure, Damian ‘Junior Gong’ Marley, Frederick Seymour and Anwar McDonald for Iyah Cure Music Ltd., “Marijuana” praises the wonderful euphoria of cannabis in a smooth and rhythmic serenade. With the growing acceptance and supporting research of cannabis, recreational consumption, medical benefits, economic profit and other benefits, “Marijuana” embraces its conscious use. In the song, both Jah Cure and Damian deliver educational lyrics, “CBD is my medicine… Legal drugs, they killing us” and “the seeds can replace your petroleum” which speak about not only the holistic practice of marijuana but the “Green Energy” movement as well. 

Jah Cure received his Grammy nomination for The Cure for Best Reggae Album in 2015. “The Cure” held the #1 spot for 3 consecutive weeks after its debut and steadily remained on the Top 10 U.S. Music Charts. Jah Cure’s next album is anticipated for release this Summer and along with “Marijuana”, will feature previously released singles “Risk it All” featuring Phyllisia Ross, “Life is Real” featuring Popcaan and the recently released “Pretty Face.”

“Jah Cure consistently puts out good music and we are very proud of this song,” said Neil “Diamond” Edwards Senior Director of A&R at VP Records. “Jah Cure’s vocals combined with the great lyrics by Damian ‘Junior Gong’ Marley makes this song rich with potential to become an anthem for 4/20 and beyond. It is also a nice sample of what’s to come with the upcoming album by Jah Cure.”

Produced and written by by Jah Cure, Damian Marley, Frederick Seymour and Anwar McDonald for Iyah Cure Music Ltd., “Marijuana” praises the wonderful euphoria of cannabis in a smooth and rhythmic serenade. With the growing acceptance and supporting research of cannabis, recreational consumption, medical benefits, economic profit and other benefits, “Marijuana” embraces its conscious use. In the song, both Jah Cure and Damian deliver educational lyrics, “CBD is my medicine… Legal drugs, they killing us” and “the seeds can replace your petroleum” which speak about not only the holistic practice of marijuana but the “Green Energy” movement as well.

Jah Cure received his Grammy nomination for The Cure for Best Reggae Album in 2015. The Cure held the #1 spot for 3 consecutive weeks after its debut and steadily remained on the Top 10 U.S. Music Charts. Jah Cure’s next album is anticipated for release this Summer and along with “Marijuana”, will feature previously released singles “Risk it All” featuring Phyllisia Ross, “Life is Real” featuring Popcaan and the recently released “Pretty Face.”

“Jah Cure consistently puts out good music and we are very proud of this song,” said Neil “Diamond” Edwards Senior Director of A&R at VP Records. “Jah Cure’s vocals combined with the great lyrics by Damian ‘Junior Gong’ Marley, makes this song rich with potential to become an anthem for 4/20 and beyond. It is also a nice sample of what’s to come with the upcoming album by Jah Cure.”

Watch the video on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Tx11p0kv7Y&feature=youtu.be

Third World and Fiji Remix "Loving You is Easy!"

After garnering tremendous traction internationally for their single"Loving You is Easy' the Reggae Ambassador's, THIRD WORLD are set to release the official remix featuring Grammy nominated, Polynesian artist Fiji. Produced by multi-Grammy-award winning business mogul Damian 'Jr Gong' Marley on Ghetto Youths International, "Loving You is Easy" remix officially releases today Friday March 22, 2019 on all digital platforms worldwide by visiting:  https://ghetto-youths-international.lnk.to/CWm6e

As the first single off their upcoming full-length album, to be released later this summer, the original track, 'Loving You is Easy' has received international notoriety for their visual and great production. This momentum propelled the interest to remix the single, adding another element to the single, captivating new ears.

'Loving You Is Easy' featuring Fiji REMIX complements the musical blend of the golden voice along with Third World lead vocalist AJ Brown and Stephen 'Cat' Coore.  Embodying a smooth Reggae sound, there is that extra bounce to the track, highlighting the single to a new audience.

"What an honor and a pleasure to work with one of my heroes, Third World" says Fiji.  The seamless fusion of Fiji tone is a perfect addition to the beautiful signature harmonies and charismatic vibe of Third World. Third World will perform at this years' Kaya Fest - festival celebrating 420 on April 20, 2019 in Bayfront Park, Miami Florida.

Current Third World members include: Stephen 'Cat' Coore (guitar, cello, vocals) Richard Daley (bass), Tony Williams (drums, djembe), AJ Brown (lead vocals), Maurice "MG" Gregory (keyboards, vocals) Norris Noriega; Webb (keyboards, vocals)

"Loving You Is Easy feat Fiji REMIX is now available for download and stream on all digital platforms worldwide.  

For more information, visit the band's website at www.thirdworldband.com.

Akon Teams with Stephen Marley - Just a Man!

Update:  Monday January 5th, 2015 ... I just received word from Team Akon that "Just a Man" features Stephen Marley and not Damian Marley.  The song was mis-labeled when sent.  Apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused!  This post has been edited for proper credit!

Akon’s relationship with Reggae goes as far back as his musical career.  The truth is, he has always been inspired by Reggae, and, has always incorporated elements of the worlds beloved genre in his music.  One of the artists greatest crossover hit records, “Mama Africa,” produced and co-written by Jamaica’s own Bobby Digital-B Dixon and Paul ‘Computer Paul’ Henton helped seal Akon’s fate with Reggae.  Fast Forward to 2015!

Teaming with Stephen Marley, Akon has released a new single which is a part of his 5 disc forthcoming album called Stadium.  The single, entitled “Just a Man,” hears the artist understand where the woman he loves is coming from:  a place of wanting genuine love from her man.  Akon answers the call with a little help from Jr. Gong singing “I beat you to the punchline girl I love you / now what we / what we gone do / I mean it when I really say I love you / whatever they did I will not do… I’m just a man / trying to love you.”

Jr. Gong adds support to the message by DJing:  “your walls are so impossible I’m tired / as I’m climbing / they keep on multiplying / and every time we progress / we regress in your stress / all I wanna know / is why you can’t let it go….”

There are so many men in the world who want to love a special woman but due to her previous experiences, she makes it very hard.  This is the issue that Akon addresses so ladies pay attention!

Check out this very Reggae chune with a sweet bass line at the links below and make sure you tell Akon and Jr. Gong what you think via Twitter >>> @Akon | @stephenmarley

P.S.  The album Stadium will be released soon and comes in 5 discs:  Electronica / EDM, Pop, World, Urban and Island.  I've previewed a few tracks and can absolutely tell you you'll love it.  

Italy Reggae and Dancehall Top 20 Charts!

Greetings Friends!

My bredrin Gusma T just released his top 20 Singles and Albums charts for Italy, and '10' is amy new favorite number!  Congrats to Stephen Souza whose brand of Lover's Rock is spreading around the world!

RADIO BASE & CARIBBEAN VIBES RADIO - DJ GUSMA TOP 20 SINGLES

01 - DAMIAN MARLEY - IS IT WORTH IT ? (OVERSTAND ENT.)

02 - CHRONIXX & KABAKA PYRAMID - MI ALRIGHT (CHIMNEY RECORDS)

03 - JAH DAN BLACKAMORE & KABAKA PYRAMID - FOR THE CHILDREN (LUSTRE KINGS)

04 - I-OCTANE &  KYMANI MARLEY - AYAH WI DEH (DJ FRASS RECORDS)

05 - JESSE ROYAL - MODERN DAY JUDAS (OVERSTAND ENT.)

06 - MR VEGAS - READY LONG TIME  (PLATINIUM CAMP RECORDS)

07 - SPICE - SO MI LIKE IT (NOT NICE RECORDS)

08 - CHRONIXX - SPIRULINA (ZINC FENCE RECORDS)

09 - KONSHENS - SUMN DEH (HEAD CONCUSSION RECORDS)

10 - ALKALINE - MOUTH TALK (BLAQK SHEEP MUSIC)

11 - MORGAN HERITAGE - PERFORM AND DONE (SEANI B)

12 - BUGLE - ANOINTED (ADDE / JOHNNY WONDER)

13 - BARRINGTON LEVI - ROSIE (PLATINIUM CAMP RECORDS)

14 - SEAN PAUL ft KONSHENS - WANT DEM ALL (VP RECORDS)

15 - NINJAMAN - JAMAICA TOWN (DOWNSOUND RECORDS)

16 - RAYTED - FORWARD (MARIO C PROD.)

17 - DEMARCO - LOVE YOU WANT LOVE (TECHNIQUES RECORDS)

18 - BEENIE MAN FT. HAKIM - GOOD LOVE REMIX (SMART MOVE PROMOTIONS)

19 - WARD 21 FT. MARCY CHIN & DEEWUNN - MIC MAGICIAN (GERMAICA DIGITAL)

20 - CHAM & DAMIAN MARLEY - FIGHTER (MAD HOUSE RECORDS)

RADIO BASE & CARIBBEAN VIBES RADIO - DJ GUSMA TOP 20 ALBUMS

01 - I-OCTANE - MY JOURNEY (TADS RECORDS/DJ FRASS REC.)

02 - CHRONIXX - DREAD AND TERRIBLE (SPECIAL DELIVERY)

03 - MUNGO'S HIFI - SERIOUS TIME (SCOTCH BONNET RECORDS)

04 - TARRUS RILEY - LOVE SITUATION (JUKE BOXX PRODUCTIONS/CANNON)

05 - SIZZLA - RADICAL (VP RECORDS)

06 - PRESSURE - THE SOUND (I-GRADE RECORDS)

07 - SEAN PAUL - FULL FREQUENCY (ATLANTIC / VP RECORDS)

08 - VARIOUS - RAGGA RAGGA RAGGA 2014 (GREENSLEEVES)

09 - ALBOROSIE - SPECIALIST PRESENTS ALBOROSIE & FRIENDS (GREENSLEEVES)

10 - STEPHEN SOUZA - REGGAE GENTLEMAN (REQUEST IT AGAIN REC.)

11 - THE GREEN - HAWAII 13 (EASY STAR RECORDS)

12 - HORACE ANDY - GET WISE (PRESSURE SOUNDS)

13 - WARD 21 - STILL DISTURBED (GERMAICA DIGITAL)

14 - TASHA T - REAL TALK (RAS VIBE RECORDS)

15 - PERFECT GIDDIMANI - OVER THE TOP (HOUSE OF RIDDIM)

16 - BUGLE - ANOINTED  (DASECA / ZOJAK W.W. )

17 - LUCIANO - THE QABALAH MAN (AL.TA.FA.AN RECORDS)

18 - ZIGGI RECADO - THERAPEUTIC (ZION HIGH PROD.)

19 - LLOYD BROWN - ROOTICAL (ZION HIGH PRODUCTIONS)

20 - SHAGGY - OUT OF MANY ONE MUSIC (RANCH ENTERTAINMENT)

Under Pressure radio show is aired Tuesdays on Radio Base Popolare Network (Italy FM radio) 9 pm GMT and Wednesdays on Caribbean Vibes Radio (USA internet radio)  9pm EST

These TOP 20 charts are printed too!

Radio Popolare Italy FM - Reggae Radio Playlist!

Big up my good friend Gusma T who is keeping Reggae vibes buzzing in Italy!  Here's his playlist for January 13th, 2014 on Popolare FM


RADIO BASE & CARIBBEAN VIBES RADIO - DJ GUSMA TOP 20 SINGLES

01 - BLACK UHURU & CHRONIXX - I LOVE KING SELASSIE (KING JAMMY$)

02 - I-OCTANE - LOVE YOU LIKE I DO (DJ FRASS RECORDS)

03 - WARD 21 FT. MARCY CHIN & DEEWUNN - MIC MAGICIAN (GERMAICA DIGITAL)

04 - BUGLE - ANOINTED (ADDE / JOHNNY WONDER)

05 - MORGAN HERITAGE - ENDS NAH MEET (DADA SON ENTERTAINMENT)

Kranium at Irie Fashion Rave 2013

06 - SANCHEZ - HIM BUY YOU A DRINK  (NEW MILLIONAIRE REC.)

07 - ALBOROSIE - ROCK THE DANCEHALL (GREENSLEEVES)

08 - IBA MAHR - BABYLON DEBATING (BORN ROLLIN PROD)

09 - SEAN PAUL & DAMIAN MARLEY - RIOT  (G.Y.I.)

10 - MILLION STYLEZ - MISSING YOU  (SPECIAL DELIVERY MUSIC)

11 - WYCLEF JEAN FT. MR VEGAS & VERNA NOVA - GIRL DON'T BRAKE IT (JAHSNOWCONE)

12 - TARRUS RILEY - GIMME LIKKLE ONE DROP (CHIMNEY RECORDS)

13 - BERES HAMMOND & GAPPY RANKS - SURRENDER (KEMAR FLAVA MC GREGOR)

14 - REDDMAN UK - MISSILE DROP (SHERVEEN PROD.)

15 - CHAM & DAMIAN MARLEY - FIGHTER (MAD HOUSE RECORDS)

16 - SEAN PAUL ft KONSHENS - WANT DEM ALL (VP RECORDS)

17 - GREEN LION CREW - ROUGHROAD RIDDIM REMIX (SOUL OF THE LION)

18 - NINJAMAN - NINJA MI NINJA (DOWNSOUND RECORDS)

19 - KRANIUM - NOBODY HAS TO KNOW (LMR)

20 - EDDIE MURPHY & SNOOP LION - RED LIGHT (ELECTRIC AVENUE REC)

 RADIO BASE & CARIBBEAN VIBES RADIO - DJ GUSMA TOP 20 ALBUMS

01 - LUCIANO - THE QABALAH MAN (AL.TA.FA.AN RECORDS)

02 - SIZZLA - THE MESSIAH (VP RECORDS)

03 - BITTY MC LEAN - THE TAXI SESSIONS (TAXI RECORDS)

04 - PERFECT GIDDIMANI - OVER THE TOP (HOUSE OF RIDDIM)

05 - VARIOUS - STRICTLY THE BEST VOL 48 + 49 (VP RECORDS)

06 - THE GREEN - HAWAII 13 (EASY STAR RECORDS)

07 - SHAGGY - OUT OF MANY ONE MUSIC (RANCH ENTERTAINMENT)

08 - LLOYD BROWN - ROOTICAL (ZION HIGH PRODUCTIONS)

09 - ALBOROSIE - SOUND THE SYSTEM (GREENSLEEVES)

10 - RICHIE STEVENS - REAL REGGAE MUSIC (POT OF GOLD)

11 - GAPPY RANKS - SHINING HOPE (VP RECORDS)

12 - VARIOUS - REGGAE KULCHA (KULCHA SHOCK MUZIK)

13 - VARIOUS - DUB CLUB FOUNDATION (STONES THROW)

14 - PROTOJE - THE 8 YEAR AFFAIR (DON CORLEON RECORDS)

15 - CAPITAIN SINBAD - REGGAE MUSIC WILL MAD UNU! (MAXIMUM SOUND)

16 - VARIOUS - LABA LABA RIDDIM (BIZZARRI RECORDS)

17 - SNOOP LION - REINCARNATED (BERTHANE SOUND SYSTEM / RCA)

18 - NADERA - NADERA (PHYLANI MUSIC)

19 - MORGAN HERITAGE - HERE COME THE KINGS (GEDION MUSIC / VP)

20 - BOB MARLEY AND THE WAILERS - LEGEND REMIXED (TUFF GONG)

 

Under Pressure radio show is aired Tuesdays on Radio Base Popolare Network (Italy FM radio) 9 pm GMT and Wednesdays on Caribbean Vibes Radio (USA internet radio) 9pm EST.  These TOP 20 charts are also printed in Rastasnob Reggae Magazine too

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HOTTT New Collaboration ►►► Wayne Marshall ft. Agent Sasco and Giomar – Stupid Money!

Greetings! 

Let me put this chune into context before I go into the meat of this eblast.  There’s money, and then there’s stoooooooooopid money.  There’s Joe Public kind of money, then there’s Oprah, Carlos Slim Helu, and Bill Gates kind of money.  Good.  The brand new chune from Wayne Marshall caters to the latter … the people who are working for “Stupid Money!”   

Produced by Damian Jr. Gong Marley, this new chune is the second single from Wayne’s album called Tru Colors, and features vocals from Wayne’s 7 year old son Giomar whose voice is heard singing the chorus.  Adding spice and grit to the production is Agent Sasco who DJ’s some tough lyrics.

Riding the piano keys, Wayne sing-jays:  “cheddar cheddar / genuine leather / from bully beef to lobster bruschetta / jet setta / shopping in Vienna / custom Louis V with the shades and the sweater / define the treasure / a dub beeper / I got better / focus / tru that mih better / now I’m a master / money getter / rich forever / have some new fans that look like Ke$ha ….”  Kaboom!

The chune has an international feel (and will still appeal to the Caribbean dancehall market) and ambition which resonates with listeners urging them to do more and aim higher for that ‘stupid money!’  Adding spice and grit, Agent Sasco DJ’s “me ah tell yuh bout stupid money / dunce funds / me ah talk Bill Gates – Donald Trump funds / nah talk bout lunch money / no lunch funds / we talking lump sums / trust funds for mih great, great Grandsons sons / stupid money / mih dollars have no sense / mih buy ah Benz dealership because Mommy wants a Benz….”  Double Kaboom!

If ‘strings’ is your thing, you will appreciate Gong Zilla’s sonic use and placement of stringed instruments which complements the prominent piano riff.  The way the strings are used, you hear the maturity, class and money in the chune … point well made! 

Broadcasting in amplified sound and ready for you to rock while listening to the Radio, partying in the Club or riding with your Mixtape, catch Wayne Marshall featuring Agent Sasco and their chune “Stupid Money” at the link below.  If you like what you hear, tweet with the Superstar and his team @Wayne_Marshall | @damianmarley | @L3Magazine

 

 

HOTTT New Dancehall and Hip Hop Crossover ►►► Cham ft. Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley – Fighter!

Greetings!

 

As we journey on life’s road, we come to a point where the fighter in us must come out because if it doesn’t, we are either not going to get what we want, or we are going to be bullied.  Cham and Jr. Gong make sure that these circumstances don’t reach their fans by recording this undeniable street heat chune, “Fighter!” 

Produced by Dave Kelly for Madhouse Records, Mr. Kelly finds the right notes to get the attention of the youths by introducing the chune with an electronic sounding base and a militant drum pattern.  This is the perfect opening for Cham to state:  “we made it but we did things our way / gotta give thanks and praises each day / we hustle real hard so we control our future / tun it up ….”  These words make way for Jr. Gong as he sing-jays:  “like a beacon on the mountain / shining through like the rising sun / so shall it be for the faithful / the ones who never stop till the work is done / we grind cause the system / does not favor the common man / but he shall reap the riches / plentiful like the grains of sand….” 

Not stopping there, Cham brings home his point to the chune by DJ’ing:  “we nuh quit when we ah struggle / man ah fighter from we born / wifey haffi hot so from a hustling we gone / bruk and touch dih road / me nah come een till dawn / so when me say ‘on’ / yuh betta sen it on / screw the mutha lova’s who use we like a pawn / it’s all about the money / now ah dat we ah demand / ain’t lookin for no trouble / but ah years dat ah gwaan / so mek we tun it on….” 

The significance of these words is that they are true to Cham’s heart and career.  Going back in the pages of time, Cham tells us of producers who over looked him as an artist because his tone was nasal and not like most other artists.  Dave Kelly saw the passion in a young 16-17-18 year old Cham and worked with him, and now look at where he is today.  The “Fighter” in Cham came out, and still comes out every time he hits the recording booth and the stage.  He fought so the world can know his talent … the words he DJ’s comes from experience so this record is a special gift from Cham to fans as he says ‘I understand.’ 

There is nothing about this chune you won’t love which is why you’ll have it on repeat from the iPod to the computer to the car and all other points in between! 

Broadcasting in amplified sound, catch Cham and Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley and the chune “Fighter” produced by Dave Kelly for Madhouse Records at the YouTube link below.  Make sure you Tweet the team when you listen to the chune >>> @thecham | @madhouserecs | @damianmarley | @L3Magazine 

P.S.  Catch Cham speak exclusively to Rico Vibes tonight (Tuesday October 1st, 2013) at 9pm EST on New Music Tuesday’s via www.daflavaradio.com!  You can also tweet Rico @RICOVIBES

 



 

 

Irie Jamboree to Make History at Barclays Center!

 

 

Not since the days of Buju Banton selling out Madison Square Gardens (2007), or Shabba (now Emperor Shabba) winning back to back Grammy's (1992 – As Raw as Ever and 1993 – X-tra Naked) has the Caribbean community seen history unfold before their eyes as what we are about to see August 30th to September 1st!

Irie Jamboree is set to make history at the Barclays centre for the first ever all Caribbean music festival starring Wyclef Jean (Friday), Bunji Garlin (Saturday), Emperor Shabba and Damian Jr. Gong (Sunday). The center literally comes alive with the best talent representing the Caribbean.

Produced by Caribbean Fever and Irie Jam Radio Group, the two organizations demonstrate unity by co-producing this landmark event. At their press conference in Brooklyn, and blocks away from the Barclays Center, Dahved Levy says producers want to make and have "an impressive Caribbean presence" while Bobby Clarke adds that this is "a good look for the community." 

Promoting the event from Florida to Canada and Haiti, patrons will receive 3 days of the best. Blondine Reid organized the Haitian night aka International Night, and selected legendary Zouk band Kassav, one of the top Zouk bands from Martinique as one of the headlining acts to join Wyclef for International Night. The band also did an extensive radio tour in Haiti to support their appearance. The tour was well received and connected with the Haitian community in New York who expected to attend in large numbers. 

Senator Kevin Parker, who represents the largest Caribbean constituency in New York was on hand to congratulate organizers on the upcoming show. The Senator admired ladies dressed in traditional Carnival costumes that reflect the homeland of Bunji Garlin, Fay-Ann Lyons who come from Trinidad & Tobago.  Marking the second day of festivities the husband and wife duo will be joined by Alison Hinds, Iwer George, Edwin Yearwood and more for the August 31^st show. 

As well, the Emperor himself was on hand to let fans know they are in for one if the best showcases of talent. Absent from the press conference was Damian Marley, but, through the events PR rep Anthony Turner, made it clear he is performing because of Shabba, one if his artistic idols. Lady Saw has also been confirmed (last minute) and this will mark her last performance as a Dancehall artist as she transitions to a career in Gospel.

Tickets range in price from $60 to $130 and are available at www.ticketmaster.com.