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Currently in studio working on a number of projects Dancehall singjay Chino has a full roster of activities set to unveil for the upcoming festive season and the New Year. Last week the singer shot the video for his collaborative effort ‘ What About Love’ featuring Denyque on the Dark Temptation rhythm which has been enjoying premium rotation on the FM airwaves. Others singles doing well for the entertainer includes ‘ Zion Step’ and ‘ Boring Man’ both making in-rows on the international scene; the latter will also be featured on VP Records upcoming compilation ‘Strictly The Best’ slated for release in November 2015. As part of his renewed thrust going forward Chino has been expanding his brand by helping to unearth and highlight new talent as in the case of Kemara Whiteaka ‘Mad Dog’ of 324 New Empire Records who is responsible for his hot new single ‘ Bar Sheller ’. Featured on the heavily rotated Wire Dem rhythm the Big Ship recording artiste says that he believes in nurturing young talent as that is the only way the local music industry will be sustainable and 324 New Empire Records has been doing some great work so it’s only logical to assist in bringing them to the forefront. Enlisting the services of noted director Michael Burbridge who has worked with some of the biggest name in the industry including Aidonia and Agent Sasco an official video was shot for the aforementioned and is expected to be premiered on November 5th at the video launch. Chino says he is very excited about ‘ Bar Sheller ’ based on the positive feedback it has been generating. The Wire Dem Rhythm project also featured fellow dancehall heavyweights Beenie Man, Sizzla Kalonji, Elephant Man, Jah Vinci and Turbulance and is being distributed by VPal. Meanwhile, with the New Year fast approaching Chino hinted that fans can look out for a new album in the first quarter of 2016. The project dubbed ‘ GMTA’ (Great Minds Think Alike) will be is fourth studio effort and features himself and Brother Stephen McGregor, the first official single ‘Zero Tolerance ’ will be released in the second week of November and will be accompanied by an official video.

Having recently released his " A Journey Through Space and Time " album to rave reviews, billboard reggae recording artist Sea B delivered a supporting video for the lovers rock lead single “ Walk With You .” The video features model, Terry Ann Ramarez and was shot by Florida's renowned videographer, Adrian Allen Steady Image Inc . Speaking of the song and video, Sea B explained "The song was inspired by a woman care giver in Gordon Town who washed her laundry at a river. While observing the mother figure, Sea B noticed a younger woman with a similar demeanor that also peeked his interest. He asks the second woman, “Can I walk with you? Can I talk with you and get to know you better?” The album was featured on I-Tunes under its hot New Music section is available worldwide on such digital stores as iTunes .

Chutney soca sensation King Raj & The Supertones thrill with their new jam “ Secret Belly Dancer ,” available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 13, 2015, from FOX FUSE. The titillating tune was performed and penned by Raj “King Raj” Singh , and produced by Avinash Singh and The Supertones band. “ Secret Belly Dancer” is also a sizzler for the dance floors and King Raj teams up with Jamaican-born belly dancer Sevdha for the exciting video. The official music video was filmed on location in South Florida and will premiere in the coming weeks on VEVO. King Raj and The Supertones recently took their brand of chutney soca to the global masses, performing in Spain and The Netherlands in October 2015. With more new hits lined up for this year, The Supertones has new tracks and videos coming, to the delight of chutney soca fans everywhere.

Reggae recording artiste Inoah born Clayton Heslop, a resident of the Watermouth community in St. Catherine is intent on making his mark in the Jamaican music industry. Hailing from one of the island’s inner-city enclaves the singer explains that despite various adversities he has always had a passion for music and it’s that desire that as driven him to become so focused and motivated about leaving an indelible imprint on the business. During his earlier years as a member of his then church choir the young musician would showcase his multi-talented skills as he sang and played drums for the group. While working at a popular drink company in Jamaica, and spending time at Judgement Yard the singer during his tenure got introduced to Mr. Wong whom at the time was instrumental in the career of international Reggae star Gyptian. His patience and persistence paid off as he was afforded an opportunity to record his first professional single ‘Rise From The Slum’ on the House Of Love label and he’s never looked back since. Fully immersed in the craft INOAH first emerged on the scene is 2010 after entering a Pepsi Road Show competition and eventually defeating several talented contenders to claim the top spot which subsequently led to him making a debut performance at Rebel Salute the following year (2011). The performance garnered him some well needed attention and soon thereafter the artiste found himself rubbing shoulders with several noted industry stalwarts. Some of his other noteworthy performances in recent times include Reggae Fever in St. Ann, Aquasol Beach Party, Montego and Western Consciousness in Westmoreland. Currently under the guidance of Vertex the Rastafarian crooner says it’s his unique sound and style that distinguishes him from other practitioners and this can be heard via his current singles being promoted ‘Me And You’ for SLR Productions and the buzz-worthy ‘Time’ produced by Vertex. Inoah says aside from leaving a lasting impression he wants to make good music for the masses that will transcend time and geographical boundaries.

Millbeatz Entertainment drops two new hits with Stryker Regal “ Rum Boss ” and Kenna T “ Never Sober ,” both available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 13, 2015, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE. Trinidadian radio deejay Stryker Regal makes his debut as an artist and the catchy “ Rum Boss ”scores him his very first hit with soca fans. Corey “Kenna T” McKenna also finds a fan favorite with the groovy “ Never Sober ,” which is also bound to become a party anthem with fans everywhere. Millbeatz Entertainment was formed by producer David Millien, whose talent and fusion sounds have made him a mainstay on Trinidadian radio and on soca platforms worldwide

Trinidadian hit house MillBeatz Entertainment releases its massive hit “ Indian Gyal” by Drupatee and Machel Montano , available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 13, 2015, from FOX FUSE. The monster chutney soca tune was originally released for the 2013 Trinidad Carnival season, and now becomes available from the MillBeatz Entertainment catalog to the international masses. Producer David “MillBeatz” Millien teams the “Queen of Chutney” and “King of Soca” for this blockbuster track, which was penned by Ghostwriters, Millien andMontano. Laced with rhythmic Indian dolak and tabla drums, “Indian Gyal” flawlessly fuses soca and chutney vibrations, and continues to be fan favorite for the times. Regularly combining native sounds including soca, chutney, calypso, Latin, reggae and dancehall, Millien has managed to capture and fuse the essence of Caribbean music into each of his productions for MillBeatz Entertainment. “Indian Gyal ” is right on cue with his mission of bringing all the flavors of the Caribbean to the global audience.

Rihanna will be joining the cast of Valérian and the City of a Thousand Planets , this according its director Luc Besson. Luc Besson announed via Instagram Also joining the cast are Dane DeHaan and Cara Delavingne who will be playing Valerian and Laureline in the adaptation of the original story, which centered on a pair of spatio-temporal agents who help defend a utopian 28th century Earth and its neighboring planets from bad guys, with the pair’s adventures rooted in space opera and time travel themes. As well as Clive Owen who will play Commander Arün Filitt. Filming is expected to start in January 2016.

New York, NY (FOX FUSE) – Internationally-acclaimed Caribbean Gospel star Sherwin Gardner releases his new full-length studio effort Fixer, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on November 13, 2015, with pre-order available now, from FOX FUSE Born in Trinidad and Tobago and now based in Antigua and Barbuda, Gardner celebrates over 25 years in the Gospel music industry and is a bonafide triple-threat as the producer, performer and songwriter of this spirited collection of Gospel anthems, under his own imprint Flow Masters Records. Gardner has been earning his musical stripes for most of his life, producing music for 19 years and performing for 31 years, ever since the tender age of five. His seasoned artistry and talented vocal delivery have cemented him as a global ambassador for Caribbean Gospel music, cultivating a fruitful career and strong fan base along the way. “This album is a reflection of Caribbean praise and worship, with music that is growing in the world,” Gardnerreveals. “For many years, fans have been asking me to do a soca album but I wanted to be directed by God before doing it. This album was a bit challenging but exciting to work on at the same time.” Featuring 15 Gospel gems , Fixer showcases Gardner’s versatility by delivering fusion flavors that span contemporary Gospel, soca, reggae, dancehall and even EDM. He collaborates with international Gospel heavyweights such as American Gospel star Deitrick Haddon (cast member of Oxygen’s Preachers of LA) for the soca-spiced “Praises Go Up,” and Jamaican-born, British Gospel songstress Annastasia Baker (X Factor contestant and winner of UK Gospel talent competition Time2Shine) to bring EDM vibes on “Wet Me Down.” Working alongside other top Caribbean musicians to finesse Fixer, Gardnerteams with producers Reuel Lynch and Joshua Ali (also a featured artist on the dancehall-flavored “Explosion”) from Trinidad, and Brukway Production in Antigua, to create authentic soca sounds. He also joins forces with Gospel reggae star Joel “Positive” Murray to craft the only reggae track on the album, “Watch Over All.” The official music video for “Watch Over All” was recently shot on location in picturesque Antigua and will debut onVEVO in the coming weeks. “This is a great step for Caribbean Gospel music and I am grateful to God for opening such major doors,” adds Gardner. With his Fixer at the helm of Fixer, Gardner looks forward to bringing his new songs and sounds to Gospel music fans far and wide, as he journeys to tour Europe in November. Before he hits the road, he is launching his album at home in style, as he is headlines the Gospel Fest Antigua and Barbuda on Sunday, November 1, 2015 in Antigua (visit GospelFestAntigua.com for full details). For further information on Sherwin Gardner, including upcoming tour dates to catch him live in action, log on to SherwinGardnerMinistry.com , and follow his musical mission at Facebook.com/SherwinGardnerMinistry,Twitter.com/SherwinGardner or Instagram.com/SherwinGardnerMusic. TRACK LIST 1. I Got a Reason 2. Explosion Featuring Joshua Ali 3. On The Road 4. Running to You Lord 5. Fixer 6. Work 7. He Lives 8. Wet Me Down Featuring Annastasia Baker 9. Soldier 10. Good Over Evil 11. Turning Around 12. Represent Him 13. Count On You 14. Watch Over All 15. Praises Go Up Featuring Deitrick Haddon

Etzia (Jam/Trini/Panama/NY/Swe) released the EP "Chapter Done" earlier this year. During summer she dropped the first video from it, "Jah Will Provide". Now comes the 2nd video and single from the EP. "BETTER WATCHA MAN" is a heavy bashment tune with a sound Etzia and producer Partillo call "traphall". She delivers the message of being proud of the dancehall culture, from a female point of view.

Reggae artist Chris Delana Smith aka Dilly Chris is a singer/songwriter from St Andrew, Jamaica. At an early the youngster began writing his own lyrics to songs he sang at the community competitions held for the youths in the parish. After winning most of the competitions Chris started having hopes of becoming an artist. The young dreamer officially became “Dilly Chris” the dreamy reggae artist. ​ CEM chatted with Dilly Chris about his musical inspirations, and the art of songwriting. CEM : When did you get your first break into the music business? DC : In 2010 CEM : What were some of the challenges you encountered? DC : Getting the right people to work with, getting my songs out to the public and getting the right team together CEM : What artists did you listen to when you were growing up and what about them that appealed to you? DC : Terror Fabulous because of his voice, how he rode the beats and his lyrical content. Also Bounty Killa mainly because of his lyrical content. CEM : Where do you draw inspiration from when you are writing a song? DC : I am mostly led by the beat before even writing a song. The beat usually leads me as to what kind of lyrics is needed. CEM : What kind of message you want to tell with your songs? DC : I have a few inspirational songs but I mostly sing for the ladies, not only because sex sells but because of my image as well. CEM : You recently did collaboration with Belizean singer Tanya Carter, how was that? DC : It was an awesome experience. She is totally down to earth and made working with her so easy. CEM : Is there anyone you are hoping to collaborate in the future? DC : The Jamaican Artist would definitely be Lady Saw and Movado, on the international scene it would be Drake, Chris Brown and Usher. CEM : What do you think about the internet as a tool for promoting yourself & your music? DC: It is an effective tool if used in the correct way as most people are on the internet now. CEM : What would you be doing if you weren't making music? DC: I have been a barber my entire adult life and would continue doing it. CEM : What are your plans & hopes for the future with regard to your music? DC : I see myself becoming an international artist and touring the world. For me the sky is the limit. Thanks so much for taking the time to chat with us here at CEM!

Strolling barefoot on warm golden sands, napping under shady palms and sipping piña colada's at sunset- you're dreaming of your care-free, Caribbean vacation and we've got just the soundtrack to get you pumped for it. With an intriguing mix of reggae, salsa, calypso and sweet soca music, this playlist will transport you to a sun-kissed, tropical beach and make you feel like you're already there. 1. Protoje - Who Knows ft. Chronixx 2. Inner Circle - Sweat (A La La Long) 3. Damian Marley - All Night ft. Stephen Marley 4.ThE iZ - WHINE Feat. Machel Montano 5. Ziggy Marly ft. Sean Paul - Three Little Birds 6. Wayne Wonder - No Letting Go 7. Barrington Levy- Murderer 8. Rebel Souljahz - Ms Beautiful 9. Letting Go (Dutty Love) - Sean Kingston Ft. Nikki Minaj 10. Machel Montano - H.M.A. (Happiest Man Alive) 11. Rihanna - You Don't Love Me (No No No) (feat. Vybz Kartel) 12. Beres Hammond - Rockaway 13. Super Cat - My Girl Josephine 14. Gyptian - Hold Yuh 15. Mavado Gully ft. Nicki Minaj - Give It All To Me 16. Bob Marley - Could you be loved 17. Vybz Kartel - Summertime 18. Destra Garcia- Lucy 19. Iyaz - Replay [Reggae Remix] 20. Snow - Anything for you ft. Nadine Sutherland, Beenie Man, Buju Banton 21. Enrique Iglesias - Bailando (English Version) ft. Sean Paul, Descemer Bueno, Gente De Zona Caribbeanlifeandlife.com ............................................................................................................................. Monica Walton, Contributor Monica is an award winning tv producer, travel tv host, NCTJ qualified journalist, filmmaker, university certified drone pilot born in the Cayman Islands and raised in the U.K. She started off in the production world as a producer in London, creating videos for the likes of Dragon's Den star Peter Jones & the Richard Branson-backed, Virgin Media Pioneers initiative before leaving behind the dreary city life to return to her Caribbean roots.... read more here ->

The Caribbean- it has a reputation as being a laid-back tropical paradise overflowing with exotic wildlife, succulent fruits and an enviable ocean breeze. Call it stereotyping, but the road signs in Grand Cayman seem to agree... 1. Snooze Lane 2. Wahoo Close 3. Lime Tree Bay Avenue 4. Windswept Drive 5. Agouti Link 6. Beach Bay Road 7. Seaside Way 8. Tropical Lane 9. Hibiscus Lane 10. Turtle Crescent 11. Conch Point Road 12. Sea Fan Drive 13. Lizard Run Drive ​ Caribbeanlifeandtravel.com . ................................................................................................ . ​Monica Walton, Contributor Monica is an award winning tv producer, travel tv host, NCTJ qualified journalist, filmmaker, university certified drone pilot born in the Cayman Islands and raised in the U.K. She started off in the production world as a producer in London, creating videos for the likes of Dragon's Den star Peter Jones & the Richard Branson-backed, Virgin Media Pioneers initiative before leaving behind the dreary city life to return to her Caribbean roots.... read more here ->