It says a lot about the interconnectedness of the global dubwise underground that it took downtime with Bristolian Neek in Portland to spur the link between ZamZam and Feel Free Hi Fi out of the Minneapolis Twin Cities. Once he put us on to them we were hooked- not only by their brilliant music but by their rigorously DIY approach and aesthetic. Heavily inspired by the more esoteric angles of early digi-era JA dancehall and UK dub (Shaka, Disciples, Mixman and Gussie P being some touchstones) the duo create a sound both reverential and unique, steeped in the traditions but striking out hard left into idiosyncratic territory all their own. Releasing all of their works up to this point on their own fantastic Digital Sting label, we’re excited to showcase them on ZamZam. In “Voyageur” an ominous mid-range figure, heaving synth bass and complex intertwining melodies drive the tune into heavily cinematic territory, thick atmospherics and strange synthetic animal calls like a lost John Carpenter soundtrack-in-dub. The duo says, “Voyageur in its title speaks a bit to the mythic, mysterious, but also very real wild places of the North Country where we live… and how it all rubs up against the contemporary urban environment.” “Underground”s opening stabs, bassline and drums could have time-travelled from Unity Sounds or Jammys, but bring an eerie darkness in their deployment that is unmistakably now. Feel Free Hi Fi explain, “Underground in its title is a tribute to the spirit of underground music, of the DIY non commercial ethos… So the tunes together kind of speak to time and change, and the struggle of what’s going on now. Trying to preserve the environment and and also the wild places of basement and warehouse gigs, and the outsider mentality of underground music that also seems like it’s fading away but hopefully isn’t lost.”

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Jamaican artist Exile Di Brave has teamed up with Swedish music producer Bassic Division for the past months releasing already few singles from their upcoming project.The latest of these releases is "RING DONG DING", which brings awareness about crime and violence that’s spreads in the inner-city streets of Jamaica and cities worldwide, where a large majority of the population or the have nots who are sometimes force or pressured into illegal activities because of financial strain, which leads to a lot of potential geniuses becoming lost statistics in the system.

Rain A Fall returns with more of its lovely roots goodness on a new and crucial 45rpm that pairs General Soria with Brother Wildman. The latter kicks off with 'Too Many Worries & Problems' which is a heavy, hard-hitting digital roots tune with tough lyrics that do not pull any punches. It's perfect for all roots and sound system enthusiasts, as is the flipside dub from General Soria which rewires it with extra heavy low ends and cavernous kicks for summer fun.

Picture Sleeve "Mr. Hurry Come Up" by Black Am I is a powerful roots reggae track that speaks to relentless social issues. Black Am I uses his smooth and commanding voice to deliver a message about the dangers of rushing through life for quick success without putting in the hard work. The lyrics are reflective and thought-provoking, offering a critique of those who cut corners to get ahead, only to fall short in the long run.The song’s production is crisp and keeps the listener engaged, blending a solid bassline, steady drums, and a subtle yet uplifting horn section. Black Am I stays true to his roots, channeling the essence of traditional reggae while giving the track a modern appeal.Overall, "Mr. Hurry Come Up" is a must-listen for reggae fans who appreciate music with a strong message. It is well-crafted piece and blends social commentary with an infectious groove, showcasing Black Am I's talent as both a singer and a great storyteller.Black Am I hails from Nine Miles, the birth town of the reggae legen Bob Marley. He emerged around 2010 and has since been associated with Damian Marley's label Ghetto Youths International.

Hamburg Production.

Hamburg Production

Hamburg Production

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