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Jus Now – the alliance of two music fanatics previously separated by 4,500 miles – was brought together by a shared love of bass, rum and parties. The bi-product of their connection is a brand new EP Cyah Help It via Feel Up Records (the label co-owned by Jillionaire of Major Lazer). Jus Now is the musical bond between UK-based drum and bass producer Sam Interface and Trinidadian producer and percussionist Keshav (aka LAZABeam), who met in Bristol in 2010. Together, they offer an exhilarating fusion of vibrant island beatsRead More
New York, NY (FOX FUSE) – Soca star Darryl “Farmer Nappy” Henry blazes with his new hit “Rental,” available worldwide from all major digital retailers on October 16, 2015, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. The acclaimed Trinidadian singer and songwriter delivers the very best that soca and calypso music has to offer and continues that rich tradition with “Rental.” This marks his first official release for the 2016 Trinidad Carnival season, from his own label Country Life Entertainment. Celebrating over 30 years at the forefront of soca andRead More
Blackstarr Productionz shakes up soca and chutney sounds with “Salt” from Hunter and Sir Skarz, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on October 2, 2015, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. Blackstarr Productionz teams up with Trinidadian chutney singer Lalchan “Hunter” Babwah and soca sensation Rene “Sir Skarz” Charles for the fusion track, which is its new release for the 2016 Trinidad Carnival season. The tune is picking up momentum on playlists throughout the Caribbean and also on YouTube, where audio-only videos are racking up views. Based inRead More
Trinidadian hit house PengCo Music keeps you up with its new dancehall tune “Nocturnal” from Orlando Octave, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on October 2, 2015, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. Producer Randal Alexander, who is at the helm of PengCo Music, arms Trinidadian dancehall maestro Orlando Octave with musical ammunition that births a groovy slow-jam for dancehall fans to slow wine to, on dance floors everywhere. The melodic dancehall track brings a nice alternative for Trinidadian music and Caribbean music fans, as the region gearsRead More
Trinidadian soca star Bunji Garlin and Jamaican Grammy-winning reggae artist Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley team up on “The Message,” a passionate forward-thinking song fighting for the souls of our youth and the future generation. The two Caribbean artists merge soca, dancehall and reggae into a universal sound on this world cry anthem, produced by Philip Mecksepe. They go verse for verse addressing society’s illls and Marley delivers a powerful hook aspiring for change. “There is music in your soul, minerals in your soil, children full of beauty worth way muchRead More
Trinidadian hit house Optimus Productions TT scores with its infectious new hit “On Meh Own” by DEV, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on September 25, 2015, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. Producer Jesse John is at the helm of Optimus Productions TT and is thrilled to bring this new hit as his very first release for the 2016 Trinidad Carnival season, which is getting off to an early start this year. The groovy tune from rising Trinidadian singing sensation Devon “DEV” Harris brings Carnival vibes early.Read More
Celebrate the sounds of Crop Over, Barbados’ annual carnival commemorating its historic harvest festival, with FOX FUSE Presents: Crop Over Soca 2015, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on September 25, 2015, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. This ultimate Bajan soca collection features the top hits from the 2015 Crop Over season, from Barbados’ biggest hit-makers, along with other Caribbean stars, all on one album. New York-based music label FOX FUSE has been on the forefront of soca music for years now and was recently featured inRead More
TRINIDADIAN STAR BUNJI GARLIN DROPS BRAND NEW ALBUM DIFFERENTOLOGY THIS WEEK ON RCA/VP RECORDS “Truck On D Road” Video Premieres with The FADER Bunji Garlin releases his new studio album Differentology this week (Aug 12, RCA/VP) and unveils his video for “Truck On D Road” featured on Reggae Gold 2014. The FADER exclusively premieres what they call “best commercial for Carnival:” http://www.thefader.com/2014/08/14/bunji-garlin-truck-on-d-road-video-is-the-best-commercial-for-carnival/ WATCH now (Feel free to post): Directed by Tom Swindell, the “Truck On D Road” video captures the madness of 2014 Trinidad & Tobago Carnival. Bunji rallies hisRead More
Trinidadian soca star KES introduces us to some of his favorite fun behaviors occurring during Trinidad’s Carnival season on his new single, aptly titled “Bad Habits,” released by all major digital retailers worldwide on January 13, 2014 from FOX FUSE. Making a solo appearance sans his band, KES teams up with producer Klase Gonzales and songwriter Kernal Roberts for the tantalizing lyrics on this new gem from 1st Klase Records. Alongside KES The Band, Kees Dieffenthaller is a staple in the soca scene and has been touring worldwide, thrilling fansRead More