New Releases featuring Machel Montano, Voicemail, Prophet Benjamin, Nyla, Ajrenalin and More
Caribbean Gospel artist Nathanael enjoys a strong introduction to the international music industry with the release of two singles, “Faith” and “God Alone,” both available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 4. The Trinidad-born, Jamaica-bred artist brings his diverse heritage and versatile voice to the music scene, thereby creating reggae and R&B-influenced Gospel.
Fellow Trinidadian natives Precision Productions produced both singles, as this continued fusion of Caribbean sounds with Gospel music cultivates and boosts the appeal of modern-day Gospel, thus nurturing the genre as it continues to flourish with rising talents such as Nathanael. “Faith” and “God Alone” were released on November 4, 2013 from Precision Digital and are now available for sale from all major digital retailers worldwide.
Grenada-based production house Island Traffic Entertainment presents the Guacamole & Chips Riddim, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 12, 2013, distributed by FOX FUSE. This latest compilation from the Caribbean hit-maker sees a mass fusion of music and artists from several islands and showcases both soca and dancehall stars on the up-tempo vibes of the Guacamole & Chips Riddim, presenting the perfect soundtrack for upcoming parties and fetes.
Stacked with 10 sizzling singles plus the instrumental version, the Guacamole & Chips Riddim features soca stars Skinny Fabulous, Luni Spark, Area Kode and Valene Nedd alongside dancehall acts Voicemail, Alozade, Black Lion, Blackberry, Dan Diesel and Francheno.
1st Klase Records presents the Doo Doot Riddim, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 19, 2013 (pre-order available now). The groovy, eclectic soca compilation is the latest release from Trinidad-based 1st Klase Records.
The Doo Doot Riddim features soca superstar Machel Montano, power sensation Swappi and soca artist Duce Man, in addition to the instrumental version. This is just the latest in a string of hit releases from producer Klase Gonzales, who sits at the helm of 1st Klase Records and also plays an integral part in breaking new artists into the music industry.
S.O. King storms the industry with his special brand of reggae on his debut single, “Long Time,” available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 11, 2013. The Trinidadian-based reggae artist teams up with 1st Klase Records and hit-producer Klase Gonzales for the record, which secures a place for him in the Caribbean reggae music landscape.
Sasha O’Neil King AKA S.O. King (Son of King) has been writing for as long as he could remember. A prolific writer and thus lyricist, his style is distinguished by his delivery of the message, which seems to connect in a very real and meaningful way to fans. His versatility is refreshing with his smooth blending of conscious reggae, R&B and hip-hop, which all come together for timeless tunes such as “Long Time”.
Prophet Benjamin (born Devon Samuel) made a name for himself as a prominent conscious reggae artist but recently has been thrilling fans with his fantastic foray into the soca scene. Now he sees the worldwide release of his blockbuster hits “Throw Wine” and “The Lunatic,” both available from all major digital retailers on November 11, 2013. Both hits were produced by prominent Trinidadian production house, 1st Klase Records.
The Trinidadian artist was a member of the popular local reggae collective known as the Red Army. Years of recording and performing equipped Benjamin with the necessary tools to take his massive soca single “Throw Wine” all the way to Trinidad’s annual International Soca Monarch Competition in 2012, where he made a solid showing and to the crowd’s delight, placed in the finals of the competition’s Power Soca category. The power behind his performance shines on this release, which now makes its international debut.
Both “Throw Wine” and “The Lunatic” are now available worldwide from all major digital retailers, brining the melodious and trademark-comedic messages from Prophet Benjamin to music lovers far and wide.
Dancehall artist Ajrenalin, known to family and friends as Keith Bolt, chose his career early after falling in love with music and realizing that he had the ability to entertain people. His latest display of skill bows worldwide with his new single “Come Alive” featuring Kim Nain, available from all major digital retailers on November 12, 2013.
Jamaican hit-house Jus Eazy Productions provides the perfect soundtrack, while upcoming singer Kim Nain brings her powerful vocals to the mix, allowing Ajrenalin to “Come Alive,” and give fans of dancehall music a tune for the times.
Nyla, one half of the super duo Brick & Lace, is set to ignite the industry with her new single “Body Calling,” available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 12, 2013.
Another monster release from the hit factory that Jus Eazy Productions is proving to be, Nyla scores a solo hit with “Body Calling” – a provocative, sultry single that is bound to raise temperatures this winter. Known for bringing dancehall with a pop flair, Nyla delivers the action and excitement that international fans crave from dancehall music on “Body Calling,” making it a must-have for music lovers.
