Late last month, the dancehall/reggae/hip hop collaboration “Like I See It” by dancehall/reggae stars Jah Cure and Mavado alongside American rapper Rick Ross hit the airwaves. This track has been in steady rotation, but just in case you haven’t heard it, check out the video below:


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Reggae artist Junior X has a new album due to be released early next month. The talented singer is reportedly happy to have finally completed a full length album as many fans have been requesting a new album release since his debut in 2005. Junior X's career was launched with the massive hit "Please My Cause". Below we've featured an exclusive track from Junior X's upcoming album. This track is called 'Never Stop Trying', and features Gyptian. This isn't released yet so don't expect to find this tune anywhere else! Enjoy!



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'Ital Stew Riddim' is the latest production from Jah Snow Cone. It first appeared earlier this summer as the backing for Mr. Vegas July 2010 release: "Boy Shorts" however now there are additional tracks by Spragga Benz, Tifa, Savage and many others. The Riddim CD is available from September 15th 2010 via iTunes, Amazon as well as other digital outlets.

Check out the one minute previews below:



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After setting this summer 2010 on fire with riddims like 'Billboard' and 'Style Dem', Austin "Payday" Green, founder of Payday Music Group is out this week promoting his latest juggling entitled: "State of Urgency".

The 'State of Urgency' Riddim is a special production which was inspired by the events which took place in Tivoli Gardens earlier this year. According to Payday; the riddim is a look into some of the issues currently affecting Jamaica. Austin Green told us: "This State of Urgency Riddim is more of a in-depth social commentary type of project. I wanted to send a message by giving the riddim a strong title that would make people listen and see the direction we Jamaicans are going, cause' the time for positive change in this country is now!"

State of Urgency was officially released last week and is now available for purchase on a number of online music stores including: iTunes, Amazon, and the Payday Music Website. The riddim features the likes of Bounty Killer, Mavado, Wayne Marshall, Iyara, Bling Dawg and many other heavyweight dancehall artists.

Keep an eye out for Payday releases featuring the hottest artists, hottest production and glossiest music videos.

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After setting the UK dancehall scene on fire as part of dancehall group Sunclyde and after working with the likes of US heavyweight hip hop stars Twista and UK fast rapper Lethal B, Greensleeves Artist: Gappy Ranks is poised to release his debut solo album 'Put The Stereo On'. The album is due for relase on August 24 and features 12 original tracks with production provided by the infamous 'Peckings Crew'.

With his latest album release, Gappy Ranks set out to pay homage to the foundation that Reggae music built while bringing to the genre a direction he sees as the future of reggae music. The album opens with “Mountain Top,” Gappy’s first track to rise on the UK Reggae charts, followed by “Heaven In Her Eyes,” which remained #1 for 13 weeks on the UK Reggae Charts and opened up Gappy Ranks career to the world.

When recording PUT THE STEREO ON Gappy Ranks was granted access to classic reggae riddims like the Treasure Isle riddim featured on “Happiest Day Of My Life.” “Thy Shall Love” delivers a powerful sound and uplifting message of loving yourself and others. For the closing track, “Soul Rebel,” Gappy Ranks is accompanied by legendary UK Reggae artist Nereus Joseph.

Born and raised in the inner-city town Harlesden NW10 which is unofficially known as London’s Reggae capital, Gappy Ranks discovered his passion for music at a young age. While attending school, he strengthened his musical skills devoting most of his time to writing. He made his studio debut with the Ruff Cutt band at aged 11 and later joined Stonebridge stars Suncycle Crew. This experience helped him develop his understanding of the music business and the building of his musical repertoire. He has released numerous mix tapes and collaborated with fellow UK artists Kray Twinz, MC Lethal B and US rapper Twista.

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