Sounds of the Caribbean - New Jersey Radio

SOUNDS OF THE CARIBBEAN

With KEITH ROWE

2:00pm to 6:00pm (EST)

Z889 88.9FM/95.1FM/100.7FM, WBZC

http://www.selectajerry.podbean.com - Podcast

Culture– Love Shines Brighter – Live In England –

Culture– Jah Jah See Dem A Come – Live In England –

Burning Spear – Pick Up The Pieces – Live In South Africa – Burning Music

Ini Kamoze – Call A Taxi For Me – Sly & Robbie & The Taxi Gang Live 86 Vol. 1 – Taxi

Nitty Gritty – Used To Be My Lover/Used To Be My Dubber – Roots & Dub– Smugg Records

Barrington Levy & Lui Lepke– Mine Your Mouth/Late Night Move/Mouth Talk – Teach The Youths: Barrington levy & Friends – VP

Johnny Clarke – Collie Dread – Trojan Ganja Reggae Box – Trojan

Lutan Fyah – Respect & Manners – Raspect Riddim – Oneness Records

Screwdriver– Mark My Word – African Union– Upstairs Music

Bushman& Capelton – We Mean it – Tamarind Riddim: Stingray Roots Showcase Vol.4 – Stingray

Peetah Morgan – Selfish Ways - Tamarind Riddim: Stingray Roots Showcase Vol.4– Stingray

Delly Ranks – Push On - Tamarind Riddim: Stingray Roots Showcase Vol.4 –Stingray

Errol Bonnick – Sunshine - Tamarind Riddim: Stingray Roots Showcase Vol.4– Stingray

Chino McGregor – Read Psalms - Tamarind Riddim: Stingray Roots Showcase Vol.4 – Stingray

Richie Spice – Your Love – Cool Shade Riddim – Master One

Mavado w/Karian Sang – Take It –Troyton Music

Etana Interview & Music Spotlight

Etana– Spoken Soul – Better Tomorrow – VP

Etana– Queen – Better Tomorrow – VP

Etana– Till YouGet Old (Life’s Gift) – Better Tomorrow – VP
Etana – Better Tomorrow – Better Tomorrow – VP

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Tafari– I Want You – VP

Rik Root– Sweat – Palm Tree flow Records

Damian Jr. Gong Marley – Dem Neva Mek it – Set Up Shop Vol.1 –Ghetto Youths Intl.

Matik–Keep it Burning – Typhoon Music

Beenie Man – Burn demon & Goat – Street Bomb Riddim – Markus Records

Blak Ryno – Mi Disciple Dem - Street Bomb Riddim – Markus Records

Bounty Killer – Di Gaad - Street Bomb Riddim – Markus Records

Vybz Kartel – Love Yuh Enuh – The Hit List Vol.4 – Tad’s

Adele Harley – Don’t Take Your Love Away – Midnight – Rory Stonelove

Keida– Ganja Tea - Midnight – Rory Stonelove

Nadine Sutherland – Karma - Midnight – Rory Stonelove

Ken Boothe – Call it What You May – Real Life Riddim – Natures Way

Wayne Wonder – Can’t Eat Can’t Sleep – Real Life Riddim– Natures Way

Slightly Stoopid w/ Capleton – No Cocoaine - Greensleeves

Dub Zone with Selecta Jerry – News& Happenings of Music

King Tubby– Heavy Dub – Run it Red – Blood & Fire

Reggae On Top All Stars – Breaking Down Barriers Dub 2 – Reggae On Top

Ticklah– Descent – Ticklah Vs. Axelrod – Easy Star

Ramon Judah & Conscious Sounds – Deliver Me/Deliver Me (RSD Dubbed out Dub)– Reggae Roast

Abassi All Stars – Favi Rock – Dub Showcase – Universal Egg

DJ Perch– Dub The Border – Roots of Dub Funk 4 – Tanty Sounds

Dubkasm– Woodsman Dub – Transformed In Dub – Sufferahs Choice

Dubkasm– Dub Void - Transformed In Dub – Sufferahs Choice

Eek A Mouse – For Hire & Removal – Volcano

Barrington levy – Money Makes Friends – Englishman – Greensleeves

Gregory Isaacs – Mr. Know It All – Run It Red – Blood & Fire

Anthony Johnson – Gunshot – Midnight Rock

Romain Virgo – Broken heart – The System – VP

Busy Signal – Part of Life – Reggae Music Again – VP

Busy Signal – Girls Tonight – Gyal Season Riddim – Jus Bus & Bambino Musik

Etana& Busy Signal – Love, love, love – Gyal Season Riddim –Jus Bus & Bambino Musik

Tanya Stephens – If You Knew – Gyal Season Riddim – Jus Bus & Bambino Musik

Maxi Priest – Easy To Love – single – VP

Freddie McGregor – Bag A Hype – Di Captain – VP

Etana– Queen – Better Tomorrow - VP

Jah Cure– Jah Rule The Universe – Jah Rule The Universe - RPR Music

Courtney John& Ticklah – Born To Fly/Born To Dub – Lion Dub

Torch– Good reggae Music – Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discoteque

Exco Levi & Kabaka Pyramid – Strive - Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discoteque

RC– Why Should I - Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discoteque

Jah 9– Brothers -Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discoteque

Ginja– Sweet Killer - Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discoteque

Lutan Fyah – Lonsome Soldier - Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discoteque

Daville– One In A Million - Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discoteque

Chronixx– Smile Jamaica- Honey Pot Riddim – Silly Walks Discoteque

Cool runnings!

Salute to Spragga Benz - Top Shottas Anthem

In honour of a great artist and a living legend, recording artist and producer Xyclone took to the studio and voiced an amazing tribute to one of Jamaica’s best, Spragga Benz, who is also became world-renowned for his acting debut in the hit Jamaican movie Shottas.

The track is called “Top Shottas Anthem” on the Top Shottas Riddim and features former Gaza Empire member, Deva Bratt. It is on the new RSQTHP label, in collaboration with Black Out Squad and 3^rd Floor Productions. It was released in September 2012.

Xyclone looks up to Spragga for his lyrical versatility and talent to not only perform on stage but also to act in movies. “In my opinion, Spragga a di real Top Shotta so that’s why we [RSQTHP] built the riddim and named it Top Shottas Riddim,” said Xyclone. He also made it a point to mention that Spragga is a mentor to him as well as other young artists and ghetto youths. 

Already “Top Shottas Anthem” has gone over 8,000 views on YouTube. Also, with an impressive 20,000 plus views, Stylo G’s hit “Bolt” is another tribute to another living legend, Jamaican track superstar Usain Bolt, which has skyrocketed Top Shottas Riddim to an overwhelming anticipation for the release of the compilation. There are other popular artists who have jumped on board like D’Angel, Red Rat, Magazeen, Bawse Dawg, Delly Ranx, Esco, Ninja Kid, Ratigan and Brik Tears.

The video was shot recently on location in Portmore, Jamaica in January at the start of 2013. It was released on February 12, 2013 to rave reviews with over 8,000 views on YouTube in only 3 days! Xyclone is definitely on the path to major success and shows no signs of slowing down.

Delly Ranx Property Tax Riddim Cracks iTunes Top 100 for Reggae and Dancehall!

Delly Ranx and the team at Pure Music Productions is in celebratory mode as news of their recently released Property Tax riddim cracks the iTunes Top 100 list, debuting at #91 for best Reggae and Dancehall releases.

Reflecting the musical tastes of fans who purchase Reggae and Dancehall on iTunes, the charting of the Property Tax riddim is a welcome surprise to the team who just released the riddim last week (January 29^th) via the distribution company 21^st Hapilos. 

Featuring performances by Delly Ranx, Buju Banton, Sizzla, Macka Diamond and ZJ Liquid, the riddim has become one of the most played and most added to rotation in the US, Canada and the Caribbean.  In the UK, the riddim was debuted by popular radio host, Robbo Ranx on BBC 1Xtra who, received such an overwhelming response, the broadcast had to be made available for fans to listen again and download.  Of the riddim Robbo says “excellent Dancehall production that will be played throughout 2013 for sure.”

With the expectation that the popularity will move the riddim higher on the chart, Delly Ranx commented “I love my fans and thank them for supporting the Property Tax riddim.  For the news fans we’re picking up along the way, they can expect more great music, more pure music!”

One of the most popular songs on the riddim comes from Captain Barkey whose song “Property Tax” named the riddim.  As one of the last recordings the artist performed before his untimely passing, fans are enjoying the humor behind the concept of paying ‘property tax!’ 

Buju Banton’s song “Wine and Bubble,” Liquid’s song “Wine For Me” and Ratigan’s song “Know Bout This” will each be released as singles on February 5^th through 21^st Hapilos and are expected to chart individually.

About Pure Music Productions:

Pure Music Productions is one of the premiere music productions companies in the Caribbean who has produced some of the most noted Reggae and Dancehall releases such as the Life After Lifetime Riddim featuring Bunny Rugs, Earth Strong Riddim featuring Shaggy, Turnpike Riddim featuring Gappy Ranks and the Saudi Arabia Riddim featuring Wayne Wonder.

Delly Ranx Shares ‘The Next Chapter’ With The World!

Dancehall and Reggae veteran Delly Ranx has released his music video for “The Next Chapter” and fans can’t get enough!

Shot entirely on location in Kingston, Jamaica, Delly teamed with Terminal 4 Media to create a story depicting various stages of Delly’s life.  With an opening scene of a book’s pages turning, the video takes a first look at the artist speaking with a humorous impersonation of Larry King whom Delly calls ‘Harry King,’ then throws back to recording sessions in the studio.

Exercising creativity, Terminal 4 Media then flashes to a family seemingly going through difficulties which is juxtaposed by a decision the male character must make:  a life of fast money, or a life honoring Mommy.  “We thought it would be good to not only show off Delly, but show off a real life scenario that everyone can relate to.  We all face difficulties in some way or another, so this was important for us to show.” 

 

An exclusive first peak of the video was shared with Delly’s closest friends and family who were so excited about the video’s outcome, Terminal 4 Media’s YouTube channel received an unprecedented number of hits in a short period of time.  “Everyone who’s seen the video say we did a great job and that fills me with pride” said Delly from his studio in Orlando.  “We want the fans to connect to the video and they have so I’m pleased.”

The Next Chapter is the lead song from Delly Ranx newest studio album of the same name which was released July, 2012.  The song is currently topping charts in North America, Europe and the artists home of Jamaica.  The music video acts as the eyes and ears of his fans.

The self reflective song, which discusses changes in the artists personal and professional life, embraces a new path and direction.  Transitioning from yesterday to today, Delly includes fans on the newest chapter of his journey.  The song is an international success.   

The 18 track disc is available on all major digital retail outlets including iTunes and Amazon.  Physical format discs are available via www.dellyranx.com.

Watch the Video Here

Delly Ranx Video for The Next Chapter Near Complete!

Despite minor scheduling setbacks caused by Hurricane Sandy, Dancehall DJ and veteran entertainer Delly Ranx was in Jamaica this past week shooting his music video for his Top 10 song The Next Chapter.

The lead song from his album of the same name, tops charts in North America, Europe and his home of Jamaica, prompting the artist to add a visual element to compliment what fans hear on the radio.

Teaming with veteran music video producer Terminal 4 Media, scenes for the video were shot at various locations throughout Kingston, and concluded with a full day of indoor shooting in front of a green screen.

As if speaking to fans directly, Delly sat on a couch while reasoning with the camera, which acts as the eyes and ears of his fans.  In some scenes, the artist reasons in relaxed casual attire, in other scenes, a little more formal.

“The video is more like a story about the next chapter of my life,” said Delly while on break from shooting.  “People will relate to it because as the lyrics say ‘different meditation for a different stage’ which is an experience we all have.  We all go through changes especially as we mature which is what the song is about.”

The self reflective song, which discusses changes in the artists personal and professional life, embraces a new path and direction.  Transitioning from yesterday to today, Delly includes fans on the newest chapter of his journey.  The song is an international success.   

The video will officially be released in December, and will be available to all markets internationally.  The 18 track disc is available on all major digital retail outlets including iTunes and Amazon.  Physical format discs are available via www.dellyranx.com.

About Delly Ranx:

Delly is a timeless artist who performs meaningful music in Dancehall and now in Reggae. Fans and music lovers embrace Delly’s music as it echoes maturation in their own lives.

Fans can connect directly with Delly on Twitter via @DellyRanx. For Management and booking inquiries, contact dellyranxmanagement@gmail.com on Twitter @PureMusicGrpJA or call 1-646-657-9109.  Media inquiries can be sent to Claude Mills: claude.mills@gmail.com

 

Delly’s Ezine:  http://bit.ly/R0uCcJ

Delly Ranx Shoots Music Video for The Next Chapter on Location in Jamaica!

 

Veteran Dancehall and Reggae artist, Delly Ranx will be in Jamaica late October to shoot the music video for his chart topping lead single “The Next Chapter.”

The video will be directed by Terminal 4 Media and will be shot on location in Jamaica.  Known for its’ picturesque backdrops, Jamaica was chosen as the ideal setting for the music video.

As far as the storyline, “we want to keep that a surprise” said Jay Jay from Terminal 4 Media.  What the director did reveal is that the video will keep to the theme of the song and will also showcase Delly as a timeless artist who performs meaningful music in Dancehall and now in Reggae.  She continued by saying “Fans and music lovers’ are gravitating towards this song because it echoes maturation in their own lives so we are going to deliver a video that they can gravitate to as well.” 

During a recent interview, Delly was asked about what fans can expect from the video to which the artist answered “when I heard the riddim, the words just flowed, and we are going to make that same flow happen in the video.  Now is the right time to share the next chapter with my fans both musically and now in visually.”

The self reflective song, taken from his latest album of the same name, embraces the new path and direction Delly’s life takes as he transitions from yesterday to today.  Offering personal references to his life’s journey, Delly engages fans with lyrics that come from the heart.

Produced by Madd Spider Productions, “The Next Chapter” has become a fan favourite in multiple countries including the US, Canada, the UK and The Netherlands where the single enjoys heavy rotation on multiple radio stations.

Fans can connect directly with Delly on Twitter via @DellyRanx.   For Management and booking inquiries, contact dellyranxmanagement@gmail.com on Twitter @PureMusicGrpJA  or call 1-646-657-9109.  Media inquiries can be sent to Claude Mills:  claude.mills@gmail.com

Delly Ranx Album Launch - Toronto Edition!

Veteran Dancehall and Reggae artist Delly Ranx was in Toronto this past weekend to launch his new album, The Next Chapter.

Hosted by L3 Magazine and MYC Entertainment, Delly was surrounded by fans and industry movers and shakers who were treated to an intimate and interactive listen to the new album.

The 18 track disc was well received by fans as well as media.  Seasoned radio personality Ron Nelson commented on how impressed he is with Delly’s new album saying “it shows just how much Delly has grown as an artist.  He performs Reggae and Dancehall.  This album shows off his Reggae versatility.”

Fams who attended the launch favourited the lead single “The Next Chapter,” “One Away Soldier” as well as “Life After Lifetime” which features living legend, Bunny Rugs from Third World.  So much were the songs favoured, Delly performed at the launch, even though it wasn’t planned.  “The vibes were so strong tonight I had to touch the stage – my way of thanking all the people who came out” said Delly.  “To see so many people support me and the album brings a joy to my heart and I’m thankful!”

In addition to Delly’s performance, Toronto’s Empress Minott, JLogix, Terminal DG and Kafinal performed as well as Bigga Boss and Frazah C-Lection spinning music.

Toronto Welcomes Delly Ranx with a Launch for his New Album ‘The Next Chapter!’

Veteran Dancehall artist Delly Ranx will be in Toronto to launch his new album, The Next Chapter on Saturday September 8^th, 2012 at the Falcon Banquet Hall (1852 Dundas St. E.) in Mississauga.

The new album which was released in July sees the Dancehall Veteran performer depart from performing Dancehall singles, to embrace Reggae music which the artist acknowledges as his heritage.  Of the project Delly says “I wanted to give my fans pure Reggae music on this album.  They’ve heard me perform Dancehall so it’s good to give them something different.  Also the youths should know both sides of the music, not just one – this album is balance!”

Though the album launch party is on Saturday September 8^th, 2012, Delly arrives in Toronto on Thursday September 6^th where he will do interviews with key media personalities such as DJ Wiz, Ron Nelson, Natasha Von Castle and King Turbo.

Hosted by L3 Magazine and MYC Entertainment , special guests welcoming Delly to the City include Terminal DG, Tanya Mullings, Frazah C-Lection, JLogix, Tasha T, Empress Minott, Kafinal and more.  Joining Delly from Florida is Froggy Madd Squad from Madd Squad Sound.

For additional information about the launch, email L3Publicity@gmail.com or call 647.702.9545.  BBM Pin contact:  28EE94C6 | 235E0B9D

Take a look at the ezine for Delly Ranx here:  http://bit.ly/R0uCcJ