On February 9th the dancehall legend Sanchez is back with his new album Now And Forever. His gift for crooning romantic lyrics over hard edged dancehall riddims has earned him numerous hits throughout the past two decades and legions of fans. The veteran recording artist and consummate performer, Sanchez makes his return to the scene with this new 15 track studio album produced by Donovan Germain of Penthouse Recordings. To launch the album he will be performing in the UK February 12th to the 14th. The first single ‘Longing To Come Home’ (on the Protect & Serve riddim) is currently climbing the US World & Reggae charts. Available for phone interviews.
Songs for Reggae Lovers 3 releases on February 9th, this album aims straight for the heart; presenting 30 top hits from reggae’s brightest stars, singing about love. Specially prepared for Valentine’s Day (and everyday), this collection showcases old and new favorites including the latest hit from rising UK vocalist Gappy Ranks titled ‘The Rain’. For collectors of all ages, this disc gets better with each listen!
Presenting a collection of Reggaefied love songs for music fans of all kinds; Covers for Reggae Lovers will be available February 9th, it features a range of musical styles from new and veteran reggae artists. Stand out tracks include; Janet Kay ‘Take A Bow’, One Third ‘ I Wanna Know What Love Is’ and Calvin Richardson with ‘There Goes My Baby’. The album appeals to the full range of reggae music fans with a focus on the current pop music scene. Featuring newly recorded and previously unreleased renditions of international hits, this collection of certified hit songs highlights the variety of musical styles influencing contemporary reggae and presents some of the most exciting new talent in the genre.
The amazing musical career of the late Byron Lee spanned over 50 years. And in that time he did it all, producing, performing, writing and arranging. This deluxe 2 CD collection will be in stores February 16; it presents 48 Byron Lee favorites chronicling his history in Jamaican music. The package features re-mastered audio, annotated track listings, extensive liner notes & deluxe packaging.
February 16th presents the emergence of Dancehall music with Henry ‘Junjo’ Lawes Volcano Eruption. The Volcano label represents a crossroads of roots reggae and contemporary dancehall. From 1980 to 1985, Volcano dominated the sound of reggae and solidified the genre’s global appeal. This is the ultimate tribute to the man behind Volcano; covering the key artists, big hits and rarities that created the legend. The 3 disc package includes a newly created 45 minute DVD documentary chronicling the label and artists. Plus a 30 minute vintage dancehall session of the Volcano Posse in Jamaica, WI circa 1984. Junjo’s Daughter is Available for phone Interviews.
On February 16th Alborosie’s new album Escape From Babylon To the Kingdom Of Zion will hit stores. Reigning from Sicily, Italy the singer Alberto D’Ascola a.k. a. Alborosie has been making waves on the reggae scene since his 2007 hit ‘Kingston Town’. His vocal style blends classic and contemporary influences to form a unique and credible sound. His respect for reggae’s heritage is apparent from first listen. The artist recently re-located to Kingston, JA where he recorded and produced the bulk of this specially packaged album. Combining tracks from his previous two albums with 5 newly recorded songs, this album serves as an introduction and presents his biggest hits to date. The new single is Steppin’ Out featuring David Hinds of the famed reggae band Steel Pulse. In support of his new album, Alborosie will tour the West Coast in February and the UK in March. Available for Interviews.