I-Octane Set to Release EP 'Straight from the Heart"‏

There is a steadily increasing buzz as Reggae artiste I-Octane prepares to release his EP "Straight from the Heart". "Straight from the Heart" features seven carefully chosen tracks that will undoubtedly resonate with people despite their class, color or creed.

Commenting on his upcoming EP, which is a labor of love for him I-Octane says,

"You can always meet somebody and talk to them about your experiences but very often there isn't the time to really get into it and really let them know the situation. That's why I always say music is a tool. There is no greater way for me to really touch the souls of my fans, except through my music."

That is exactly what this EP is about words coming - "Straight From The Heart". According to the reggae crooner, people will be able to relate to each track as they are taken from life experiences and will certainly offer something to meditate on.

"Straight from the Heart" will also be offering a few surprises for fans of the artiste as not only will they be experiencing the 'old I-Octane that they know and love, but they will be introduced to a different more mature artiste.

"I have been in the business for a little while now," he says adding "I've been introduced to different sounds and different producers so for me it's all about growth. I have also matured as a person so you will be able to see and feel some of those things in some of the songs."

Three of the songs on the EP were voiced in the US (a first for I-Octane). The other three songs were produced by some of the most promising young talents in Jamaica. It provides a mixture of the authentic reggae beats infused with a more modern neo-reggae vibe. The EP is a refreshing production that sets the stage for I-Octanes upcoming debut album, but I-Octane says it best.

"These songs are definitely straight from my heart to my fans. I feel good about them and I am excited for my fans to hear them. "Straight from the Heart" is slated to be released digitally on December 6, 2011. For more information, visit www.ioctanemusic.com

Canadian Artiste Clinton Sly Introduces Himself to the World

CLINTON SLY is one of Montreal's upcoming artist's, though a young artist in the Reggae genre, Sly is not new to the Montreal music scene. When Sly was younger he worked with a small hip-hop group and was able to do a few stage shows.

Clinton took direction and emerged him self in the Montreal reggae scene this past year, being that his parents are from the small island of St. Vincent and The Grenadines and he was always surrounded by the sounds of Caribbean music.

As a young reggae artists Sly has already managed to make a small breakthrough at just the early stages of his career with his biggest following coming from Europe, being that Sly focuses mainly on his "Dub" singles. [Dub is a genre of Reggae thats been popularized by famous artists such as King Tubby, Augustus Pablo, and Mad Professor].

Clinton's last single "Bigger Bad Man" created a buzz in Montreal, the classic dancehall single catching attention of some of Montreal's Radio Stations. When the song released he was a featured artist on Montreal's only station that plays 24/7 Reggae and Urban music. With that being said it also landed him a spot on the new riddim "Klap It" which also features Montreal's well-known Sampaloo.

This week Sly is getting ready to release his well anticipated single "What I Got is Love". Clinton teamed up with producer Gunter "Lazy" Jones from the US, and Nesta Talmadge out of France who created the original riddim. The new single goes back to the roots and foundation of Reggae music, adding just the right touch of Modern style for the new generation to grasp. The song is a great love song. Clinton tells the women out there he may not have "No mansion, no fancy car, and not much cash, but LOVE is what I got".

The single is now available exclusively on VibeDeck.com, and will soon be released On Itunes and all other popular digital outlets. Clinton wants fans, and people to know that you will be hearing more of Clinton Sly in the next year and further to come, he states "The Future is what you make it!"

With projects in production such as the "H" Project, a Haitian relief project helping those who are still struggling from the after effects of the Earthquake and a self titled 4 song EP showcasing the different styles of Clinton Sly which is expected by the end of November.

Clinton has guaranteed us that he is not going anywhere different and is here to stay!