Johnny Osbourne, the “Dancehall Godfather,” is again with a brand new venture. On August 29, VP Information will launch Common Love Showcase, produced by Frenchie from Most Sound. The album takes a few of Johnny’s largest classics and information them once more with new visitor voices. Every track additionally comes with a dub model, within the previous Jamaican Showcase fashion.
The album begins with “We Want Love,” a recent minimize of Johnny’s 1979 Reality & Rights, this time along with Tarrus Riley. Different songs embrace Alborosie on “Don’t Want No Ice Cream Love,” Anthony B on “Give Extra Love,” Aza Lineage on “Candy So,” and Macka B on “Stop Fireplace.”
The music is performed by a few of Jamaica’s high musicians, with Dean Fraser on saxophone. Dubs are blended by Gregory Morris, recognized for his work with Chronixx, Protoje, and Beres Hammond.
Frenchie, who began Most Sound in 1993, has labored with names like Sizzla, Luciano, Sean Paul, and Capleton. With Common Love Showcase he brings Johnny Osbourne’s basic songs to a brand new technology, whereas holding the unique vibe alive.
Common Love Showcase wailing be launched on August 29, 2025.