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Archived: T&T Music Producer Calls On All Artistes To Mind Their Lyrics As ‘Unification’ Riddim Nears Release
Tired of crime in the land of his birth- Trinidad and Tobago, one music producer is bent on doing something about it, the only way he truly knows how. He’s using his music as a means to defy the negative and promote positive energy. Master Mike has been around for many years- first as a personality at the now defunct 98.9YES FM in T&T and later transitioning to music producer and sharing his talent through the music he delivers at his Tuff Nut studio in San Juan. His latest project is called “Unification” and it’s a bit of a thought provoker.
Producer Master Mike (right) says everyone has a part to play in making T&T a better place.
Set for release in the days ahead, the new riddim features artistes out of the Urban Jungle Entertainment family- among them Ras Pilot, Zion Star, Manswell and Survivor. According to Mike, unification under God Almighty is the only answer. “In order to slow down the violence that is taking place we need to come together and make this stand .Every house,every street, every corner and every community- this is everyone’s business,” he said, referring to the crime scourge that is affecting the people of Trinidad and Tobago. His words come even as several murders were recorded on the weekend- one leaving the family of a young barber in mourning after he was fatally shot during a robbery attempt at his place of business.
Together with the entertainers who are featured on this new riddim, Master Mike says he believes music can make a difference. “I live in the hood and everybody has a speaker at the side of the road and they be playing these unedited songs with the most obscene language loudly. There are children studying in the neighborhood and they are hearing all of that cursing and they are being hampered by it,” he said. Conscious of his stance as a positive music creator, Master Mike made an open call for artistes to understand what is happening. “I really wish the artistes could change the music and create more positive lyrics. If we continue like this, the place will get so bitter they will beg for the return of positive reggae and conscious music,” he added.
The artistes on the Unification riddim are now ready to unleash their individual projects all with one aim- to take a stance against crime and violence. They believe that each person has a role to play in bringing back the love that will essentially make Trinidad and Tobago a better place. “As we are about to launch our new riddim ‘Unification’, we are kindly asking each and everyone to keep supporting positive music and let’s all teach our children to know God .We will be forever loving Jah,” said Mike.
“In order to slow down the violence that is taking place we need to come together and make this stand .Every house,every street, every corner and every community- this is everyone’s business.” – Master Mike
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Vybz Kartel To Headline Reggae Sumfest This Year, Alongside Mavado. New Album, ‘God & Time’ Set for June Release.
One of the most influential artists in dancehall history, Vybz Kartel, marks a defining new chapter with his forthcoming album God & Time, slated for release June 5th, 2026.
In recent weeks, dancehall artiste, Vybz Kartel has been receiving some backlash online after sharing videos of himself wearing a bonnet while dancing in his underwear and a robe. The noise increased after he shared it a second time, almost taunting his detractors and making it clear that he is rich and does not care for the unsolicited comments of naysayers. Fast forward days later and like magic, the artiste’s pre-album release publicity stunt ushers in the release of his forthcoming album God & Time, set for a June 5th release. Kartel ain’t no fool.
The upcoming album is symbolic for the artiste who spent 13 years behind bars in Jamaica and was only released in 2024. It is being touted as his most personal and sonically expansive body of work since his release. The album will span genres and features an all star lineup of artistes including, Puerto Rican superstar Farruko, Jamaica’s Skillibeng, and Shenseea, with more artistes to be included.
In a media release, it is highlighted that throughout God & Time, Vybz Kartel moves seamlessly between personal reflections, hard-hitting dancehall anthems, sensual records for the ladies, genre-bending crossover records, and rare moments of vulnerability. It adds that it is inspired by the Jamaican expression “God & Time”—rooted in faith, patience, and destiny—and reflects the artiste’s survival, rebirth, and creative freedom.
The title track evokes the same introspective tone as Kartel’s most streamed post-release hit “God Is The Greatest,” which has surpassed 30 million video views year-to-date.
Produced by longtime collaborator TJ Records alongside Kartel, the album reunites the creative team behind Viking (Vybz Is King) (2015) and King of the Dancehall (2016), which included the RIAA Gold-certified hit “Fever.” God & Time will be released via TJ Records / Vybz Kartel Muzik and distributed by Zojak World Wide.
In support of the new album, Vybz Kartel will headline Reggae Sumfest on July 18th, alongside Mavado, reuniting two dancehall icons whose rivalry defined the genre throughout the 2000s in a landmark moment for Jamaican music and culture.
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Denise Belfon Thanks Drake’s ‘OVO’ Team for Inclusion of Her ‘Work’ on New Track.
Canadian rapper, Drake is once again teaming up with Caribbean entertainers, delivering a brand new album called, ‘Maid of Honor,’ which is now available on all streaming platforms. It was one of three albums the artiste simultaneously dropped on May 15th – the other two being ICEMAN and HABIBTI.
One of the singles on ‘Maid of Honor,’ called ‘BBW’ features the work of Trinidad and Tobago entertainer, Denise ‘Saucy Wow’ Belfon – her 1998 track, ‘Work.’
The lyrics, ‘Put Yuh Back in It’ became a trending expression on TikTok in 2020 when it became a challenge on the popular platform. That viral opportunity six years ago, led to the song’s resurgence and Belfon’s name being called by younger generations whose parents, aunts and uncles would’ve more than likely grown up on her music and performances in the Caribbean. Fast forward to 2026, and Belfon is once again enjoying a viral moment as news broke that her song had been sampled by Drake. “Everything is legitimate and I want to thank the team – Fabian Alfonso, a copyright specialist out of Trinidad and Tobago ; He was very instrumental in making this deal become reality, said Belfon in a chat with Ebuzztt, before expressing gratitude to several other instrumental people, and Drake’s OVO team.
In 2022, dancehall artiste, Shenseea and rapper, Megan Thee Stallion also sampled ‘Work’ on the single, ‘Lick.’ Belfon, who lives in New York, had, at that time, attended a release party at a nightclub in New York, where Shenseea acknowledged the Soca artiste’s influence on the new release.
The Maid of Honor album delivers 14 singles and added to T&T’s Denise Belfon, Jamaican artiste, Popcaan is also featured on a single called, ‘Amazing Shape.’
Denise Belfon’s personality and charisma has, for a very long time, made her a fan favorite in the Caribbean. A vocal powerhouse and unique stage performer, she has stood the test of time in the Soca music industry, having created massive soca anthems like ‘Work,’ ‘Wine and Bend Over’ and ‘Wining Queen’ among countless other flavorful singles.
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