When Murray Elias sparked a fiery debate with his take on Dancehall versus Afrobeats, it was a call to arms for everyone in the music industry. As someone who's walked the corridors of VP Records shoulder to shoulder with Elias, I offer my unique perspective on the matter. This episode peels back the layers on his claim that Dancehall is stumbling in unity and being outpaced by … [Read more...] about Dancehall vs. Afrobeats: The Battle for Global Dominance and the Evolution of Music Industry Dynamics
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Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 67 – 7 Things We Talked about in 2020
2020 has been and interesting, challenging and emotional year for many. In this episode I’m discussing the trends that kept us talking and how it impacted us as from a personal and industry perspective. The 7 Topics include COVID-19/Corona Virus Black Lives Matter #BLMElections & PoliticsEverything going virtualDJs Saving 2020New Music from Caribbean and African … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 67 – 7 Things We Talked about in 2020
Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 59 – Up to the Time with Tessellated
While many artists are creating fusion sounds, we’re still trying to figure out what the new sound of Jamaican music is called, Tessellated is just creating music with the foundation of sounds he is inspired by. The twenty-something Jamaican producer and artist has built his music on the foundation of Reggae and Dancehall while adding some Jazz, Hip-Hop, R&B elements. … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 59 – Up to the Time with Tessellated
2019 Albums & Mixtapes in Reggae, Dancehall, Soca and Afrobeats
2019 was a solid year for Caribbean and African music! We’re hearing new and traditional Reggae, Dancehall, Soca and Afrobeats. We're also hearing a fusion of all sounds from artists across the globe, which we'll hear more of in 2020. While many argue about what hot, who’s running the place and how the music is changing, for better or worse, the artists are putting out more and … [Read more...] about 2019 Albums & Mixtapes in Reggae, Dancehall, Soca and Afrobeats
Style & Vibes Podcast Ep 31: Walshy Fire, No Negative Vibes!
Jamaican DJ/Producer Washly Fire’s who’s career in music has had a steady rise of success. Walshy Fire’s knowledge of various music genres and a deep understanding of music’s cultural impact globally make him stand out in any crowd. Well known for being one-third of the DJ/Producer supergroup Major Lazer, Walshy Fire recently released his album “Abeng” a project that brings the … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep 31: Walshy Fire, No Negative Vibes!