VP Information and Shaggy’s Ranch Leisure are excited to announce the discharge of three new singles from the upcoming “Badman” riddim venture. Produced by Shaggy and Shane Hoosong, the primary two tracks by Olaf Blackwood, Shaggy, and Junior Cat supply a contemporary tackle the long-lasting “Gunman” riddim initially crafted by Henry ‘Junjo’ Lawes, mixing nostalgia with a contemporary twist for Dancehall followers. The 2 singles will likely be accessible on August 22, with the third monitor by the “Queen of Dancehall” Spice following on September 12.
Junjo’s brass-heavy “Gunman” riddim is greatest remembered because the instrumental behind Michael Prophet’s “Gunman,” a track that rapidly grew to become a sound system favourite and a defining monitor of early ‘80s Dancehall. Like different “juggling” initiatives, the “Badman” riddim sequence will function a number of artists recording their very own songs over the identical instrumental, showcasing a various vary of interpretations.
The primary single, “Selector Pull It,” by Grammy-nominated artist Olaf Blackwood that includes diamond-selling artist Shaggy, celebrates Dancehall’s vibrant tradition. The monitor captures the energetic, carefree spirit of dancehall events, urging the DJ to maintain the vitality excessive by replaying the group’s favourite tunes.
Shaggy, managed by Martin Kierszenbaum/Cherrytree Music Firm, debuted the track throughout a reside efficiency on On the Radar Radio in late July. “As a teenager discovering my voice, the ‘Gunman’ riddim was one among my go-to’s for stage reveals, so seeing it come full circle is nothing wanting superb,” mentioned Olaf Blackwood. “Although I co-wrote the track with Shaggy, the idea was his thought. He mentioned, ‘We want a track that captures the essence of a ‘dance’—a track that paints an image of what it was prefer to be there throughout these instances when songs performed to the top.’”
Shaggy added, “Junjo Lawes has all the time been the producer I affiliate with sound system music. His heavy drum and bass from the Roots Radics band have been synonymous with the sound system motion all through the ‘80s and early ‘90s. His music isn’t neglected, however I really feel individuals don’t all the time establish him with a few of these iconic rhythms as a lot as they need to. I’ve all the time been a fan of his model, so I wished to recreate that vibe as a hybrid, including some new concepts.”
The music video for “Selector Pull It,” directed by Jay Will, takes viewers into an genuine “dance,” providing glimpses of a celebration set in Kingston, Jamaica. It additionally options cameos from dancehall icons similar to Bounty Killer, Gyptian, DJ Increase Increase, and extra. “Selector Pull It” can also be the primary single from Olaf Blackwood’s upcoming album. The second single, “Impolite Bwoy Sumthin” by Junior Cat, additionally drops on August 22. Junior Cat, famously referred to as “The Wild Indian” and a veteran of the sound system scene, delivers a monitor that pays homage to the unique gangster persona in dancehall tradition. With lyrics that delve into themes of avenue credibility and resilience, Junior Cat’s distinctive model brings vivid storytelling and uncooked vitality to the sequence.
Extra particulars in regards to the Spice single, in addition to about different songs from the “Badman” riddim sequence, will likely be shared quickly.
This partnership between VP Information and Ranch Leisure follows the success of Shaggy’s earlier releases, together with the 2023 soca-inspired EP In The Temper.
