I-Octane Set To Headline HOT 97 Show

Generally the phrase 'Who's Next' is not associated with superstars. The exception in this case, however, is that reggae/dancehall star I-Octane will be headlining premier radio station Hot 97's famed 'Who's Next' showcase at SOBs on April 24.

Recognising the singjay's dominance of the dancehall scene for the past few years, the hip hop and R&B juggernaut has invited the artiste to perform at their stepping stone event.

According to I-Octane, 'hard work pays off, and it feels good that the Hot 97 team has recognised the work I have put in. I'm definitely looking forward to performing there."

I-Octane joins an elite group of artistes like Drake, ASAP Rocky, and Kendrick Lamar who have all graced the SOBs stage for this marquee event. Octane's headlining appearance on the bill sets the foundation for his move to take his vibes to the mainstream.  

I-Octane affirms: "A my time now, mi ready fi conquer the globe, it ago siicccckkkk." In other news, I-Octane recently performed at Mingles Nightclub in Bronx NY. 

He performed favourites like, My Life, Puff It, L.O.V.E Y.O.U, My Story, Love Di Vibes, More Money (Wah Money) and Badmind Dem A Pree, and new songs, Gal A Gimmi Bun and Buss A Blank, just to name a few, during his more than 45 minutes on stage. 

The club was filled to its capacity. This was his first time performing in NY for over a year. The show was titled 'Irie Jam Presents: I-Octane Live in Concert' at Mingles Night- club on Saturday, April 6.

Jamaican Dub Poet Yasus Afari Unleashes New Single

Jamaican reggae artist and dub poet virtuoso Yasus Afari returns with his stimulating new single "Wine Pon Paper," released worldwide today, April 16, 2013, from FOX FUSE. Afari is hailed as one of reggae music's leading lyricists and one of the world's most prolific dub poets, who always delivers with witty, creative and cleverly articulated content. "Wine Pon Paper" stays true to form and is destined to defy and redefine reggae poetry.

It serves as the lead single for Afari's upcoming album Public Secret, set for release on June 11, 2013. "'Wine Pon Paper' is an artistic, poetic and creative interpretation of the idea of writing for work and fun, so that it's hip and fashionable to be a writer," discloses Afari. "The song has an intriguing title, which is a very orgasmic, mental stimulant, as it stimulates the body, mind and soul."  

With profound lyrics fused over a catchy, classic reggae rhythm, "Wine Pon Paper" is the prefect prelude to Afari's highly anticipated impending studio album. "Wine Pon Paper" is now available worldwide from all major digital retailers and is distributed by FOX FUSE. 


Here are some lyrics from the potent "Wine Pon Paper":

Mi si pen all a wine pon paper
 when girls a give out dem number
dem seh haul and pull-up mi selecta
 Fah the word soun have up the powa
now lata is already greter
 lyrical riddim a dance pon paper.
 and question a bubble wid answer
and when the ik & the vibes start flow
 the stanzas them start fi grow
so the fruits and works start show
 and mi people dem glad fi know

Wi have music dance and comedy
 story telling fashion and poetry
 now thoughts and words bring reality
 reality shape wi identity
so wi think and make things happen
 now action brings the reaction
and set the whole thing inna motion
 so if yu don't plan to fail
don't fail to plan
 just join wid mi inna the celebration
 mek wi sen out a good vibration!