"Sweet Killer" A Real Life Experience For Ginjah

With lines such as, sweet killer sweet killer, wonder if a she kill off Jacob Miller, Ginjah tells a tale of woman who has deceived him, ravaged his heart and his bank account.

The affable singer is not afraid to admit that this song is about a personal experience. “Sweet Killer is about something that I have been through, it is a real life experience. I sing songs about life, songs that are true.

I’m not afraid to admit that I have been tricked by a woman, every real man has been through that experience.

At first it was hard to deal with what happened, but I don’t have time to sit around and cry, so I write a song about it. That’s how I deal with certain things in life, I write songs about them, make music and move on,” said Ginjah.

Sweet Killer has placed Ginjah back into the spotlight, the song that was recorded on Silly Walks Discotheque’s Honey Pot rhythm, which features other popular tracks such as Smile Jamaica by Chronixx and One In A Million by Da’Ville is currently one of the hottest songs in Jamaica. “Everywhere I go people know this song, I was away in California for a few weeks and since I have returned I can hardly walk in the streets, the vibes is crazy. Everybody loves Sweet Killer. 

Some people say their favorite part of the song is the intro: Bomb underneath her smile, others say they love the line that says, a wonder if a she kill off Jacob Miller.” Several music industry stalwarts including Stephen Stanley and Clive Hunt have given Sweet Killer the thumbs up. “It is a nice feeling to know that I can make good music that touch the people. 

I feel extremely proud when people who I look up to in the business like Clive Hunt and Stephen Stanley can look at me and say Ginjah well done. These men are legends in the business so its an honor for me to hear that from them. My mentor the great Beres Hammond always told me to make good music. I toured with him for five years in the earlier stages of my career. So I know that what he told me is true because everywhere he performs the people love him because of the quality of his music,” said the artiste. 

The video for Sweet Killer is currently number 4 on the popular Fi Wi Choice Top Ten Chart. “I have had other hits before but Sweet Killer is different, everything is different about this song. I don't like like to make predictions but it seems that it could become the biggest song of my career. The video is doing well, it is showing all over the place and its racing up the charts as well. 

Ginjah will be one of the featured artiste on the Boom Christmas Reggae Extravaganza stage show that will be held on the 25th of December at Independence Park in Black River, St. Elizabeth. “I’m booked for Gt taylor’s show and I’m really looking forward to performing for my fans at that event. I haven't done much performances at home for a while now, but I plan to make this one very special for the fans.”

Island Traffic Entertainment Drops 'Guacamole & Chips Riddim'

New Soca Compilation Features Voicemail,Skinny Fabulous, Alozade and More 

Grenada-based production house Island Traffic Entertainment presents the spicy Guacamole & Chips Riddim, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 12, 2013 (pre-order available now), distributed by FOX FUSE.

This latest compilation from the Caribbean hit-makers sees a mass fusion of music and artists from several islands and showcases both soca and dancehall stars on up-tempo southern Caribbean vibes, presenting the perfect soundtrack for upcoming playlists, parties and fetes.

Stacked with 10 sizzling singles plus the instrumental version, the Guacamole & Chips Riddim features soca stars Skinny Fabulous, Area Kode, Luni Spark and Valene Nedd alongside dancehall acts Voicemail, Alozade, Black Lion, Blackberry, Dan Diesel and Francheno.

Jamaican dancehall supergroup Voicemail teams up with St. Lucian soca star Skinny Fabulous for the first single, “Gyals Instruction” and dancehall deejay Alozade returns to the spotlight on the second single, “Roll.” This convergence of musical sounds and diversity in talent is precisely for what Island Traffic is known and recognized. “Our mission has always been to incorporate the essence of Grenada's unique jab jab sound with soca, thereby creating our own niche genre and bringing that to the worldwide massive,” states Linwall Patterson, CEO of Island Traffic Entertainment. 

“Our Guacamole & Chips Riddim is in keeping with that rich tradition and we are thrilled to see its release to music lovers across the globe.” Island Traffic Entertainment comprises of producers Linwall Patterson and Marcus Fredrick, who have already captained several successful riddim compilations over the past seven years with the collective focus of creating music that is unique to their island and culture. 

Their contributions have successfully exposed their special brand of Grenadian jab jab-flavored soca to the global audience. Guacamole & Chips Riddim – Various Artists will be available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 12, 2013, with pre-order available now, and is distributed by FOX FUSE. 

TRACK LIST 

1. Voicemail - Gyals Instruction 
2. Valene Nedd - Gyal Show Dem 
3. Dan Diesel & Francheno - Bubble fi Mi Gal 
4. Alozade - Roll 
5. Luni Spark - Different Kind Ah Whine 
6. Blackberry - In...In...In 
7. Area Kode - Make It Stand Up 
8. Area Kode - Make It Stand Up (Raw) 
9. Black Lion - Dem ah Mash Up di Place 
10. Voicemail Ft. Skinny Fabulous - Gyals Instruction (Remix) 
11. Island Traffic Entertainment - Guacamole & Chips Riddim (Instrumental)

Gyptian Reveals Vixen Video, Melanie Fiona Collab & Album Trailer

Gyptian will release his brand new studio album Sex, Love and Reggae tomorrow (October 29) on VP Records. He will perform tonight (October 28) at SOBs in New York City and head to the West Coast for his remaining U.S. tour dates.

In anticipation of his album release, the reggae star teases fans with his official album trailer, the never-before-heard Melanie Fiona collab "One More Time" and his latest video for the album's lead single "Vixen" featuring Angela Hunte.

Watch/post Gyptian's Sex, Love and Reggae album trailer

Watch/post Gyptian's "Vixen" feat. Angela Hunte music video (directed by Jamaica's talented Ras Kassa

On "Vixen," Gyptian joins forces with the talented singer-songwriter Angela Hunte (who co-wrote the Grammy-winning single Jay Z's "Empire State of Mind" feat. Alicia Keys). The single, which is co-produced by Jerry Wonda and samples Reggie Stepper's "Cu-Oonuh," is currently spinning on Top 40 and Urban radio stations across the United States and United Kingdom and bringing a much-needed dose of reggae back to the airwaves. 

Gyptian also leaks his new album track "One More Time" featuring the Grammy-winning R&B songstress Melanie Fiona. FUSE.TV exclusively premieres the duet, raving that it "is a treat for fans of reggae, R&B, pop or anyone looking for a sensual, new sex jam." Gyptian's new album Sex, Love and Reggae is a marked departure from the MOBO and Soul Train award-winning Jamaican singer's previous releases and unveils another layer of his artistry. The musically diverse set - that takes the listener from dancehall to soca to global pop and R&B sounds - follows his 2010 critically-acclaimed album Hold You and its RIAA certified Gold title track. 

The 17-track set is co-executive produced by Jerry “Wonda” Duplessis, who is known for cranking out hits for superstars such as Miguel, Mary J. Blige, Lupe Fiasco, the Fugees and many more. The album also features guest appearances from Estelle, Major Lazer, Bunji Garlin and Kes the Band. Just as the title would imply, Sex, Love and Reggae is a spicy and sweet mixture of hits. He displays his playful side with wine-inducing anthems like “Non Stop” and “Wine Slow” (which already received over 7.5 million YouTube views for the lyrics video alone) and reveals his affectionate side on romantic ballads like “Majestic Love” feat. Estelle and the breathtaking rendition of this Gregory Isaacs classic “My Number One.” 

He even delves outside of the genre and reimagines Cyndi Lauper’s “True Colors,” which was part of Chevrolet and MTV Iggy’s "Cover The World" campaign. “It’s all about being versatile,” Gyptian says of the album, and his perspective on music overall. “For me, there’s no boundaries in music. Pick one—there is a Gyptian song in that category for you.”