Words by Deejay Theory
It’s been a big week in the Caribbean with Crop Over and Antigua Carnival busting off, as well as Emancipation Day in JA anf H.I.M birthday. Dig into some #MixtapeMondays below for all the appropriate musical pairings + a world premiere from our masked accomplice Noise Cans
LargeUp Premiere: Noise Cans, Noise Cans Vol. 4: All sorts of badman rave has been bubbling up at the Noise Cans towers in Bermuda lately, with Volume 4 of the mix series from DJ/producer COLLAS premiering right here this week. As we’ve come to expect from the mixes, this is another high speed chase through the more electronic alleys of dancehall and Caribbean music from all corners. Definitely look out for the wicked forthcoming singles “Bucka” featuring Mr Vegas that lights it all off from the jump, and “Mi No Wanna.” Stream and download below.
Yaadcore, Hail Ras Tafari Vol.3 Power Of The Trinity: Recognized for keeping the highest standards and livication to strictly conscious reggae and roots music, Jamaica’s Yaadcore returns with the third installment in his Hail Ras Tafari collection. Uniting the sounds of modern one drop and dub with foundation rockers, roots and culture, Yaadcore is doing a big part in sending a message through the selections every time he’s at the controls. Tune in and download below, tracklist here.
D’Bandit, Shine 2015: Grenadian-born D’Bandit has well become a staple in the Toronto nightlife community with heaps of events and and all the necessary music for the people come Carnival season each year. Loaded with all the new soca and dancehall for Caribana, Vincy Mas, Lucia Carnival, Crop Over and Spice Mas, Shine has all your feteing needs covered in one shot. Stream below, download and tracklist here