By News Americas ET EDITOR
News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Sept. 6, 2025: It’s New Music Fridays, which means fresh drops across the Caribbean music spectrum. From reggae meditations and dancehall bangers to soca experiments and star-powered collabs, here’s what’s new this week.
The Jamaican songbird opens her debut album with “Scatter,” a Protoje-produced gem sampling Peter Tosh’s Igziabeher and Garnett Silk’s Complaint. It’s a spiritual prayer, a bold statement of resilience, and a reminder that Iké is firmly rooted in reggae’s powerful lineage. Listen HERE
Mortimer’s velvet tone shines alongside roots collective Zion I Kings. With trumpets, flutes, and synths weaving through a deep bass groove, “Round & Round” is a soulful meditation on faith, flaws, and shared humanity. Check it out HERE
Dancehall’s breakout star Ayetian links up with Govana and Nvtzz for a raw, hypnotic anthem. With its chant-worthy hook and unfiltered lyrics, “Wah Yo Deh Pan” is destined for heavy rotation on dance floors across the region. Listen HERE
UK reggae siren Hollie Cook leans into vulnerability with “Frontline,” blending punk guitars with a breezy groove. Her falsetto floats over Ben McKone’s production as she sings of inner battles and the search for self-love. LISTEN NOW
The dancehall veteran brings grit and humor on his Ghetto Reggae LP standout. With the late U-Roy in tow, “Call Tyrone” is classic Caribbean commentary wrapped in brassy, easy-skanking riddims.
Grenadian soca star V’ghn shifts gears with the title track from his new EP. A thoughtful mix of Afrobeats, reggae, and R&B, “POV” finds him reflecting on growth and perspective.
The Jamaican hitmaker reunites with Ghanaian songstress Moliy for a sultry crossover cut. “Too Hot” fuses R&B sensuality with Skilli’s gritty delivery, showing their chemistry goes well beyond the dancehall.
Grammy-nominated reggae star Jesse Royal teams up with Guyanese-Canadian R&B powerhouse Melanie Fiona. “Too Late” is a heartbreak anthem with doo-wop touches, bouncy production, and undeniable vocal synergy.
From his Infinity album, Ras Mista Fyah delivers a cultural declaration of defiance. The Ras Kassa-directed video amplifies the song’s message of resilience, cementing his place as one of reggae’s fiercest truth-tellers. Catch it here
American singer-songwriter Pete Francis teams up with dancehall star Demarco on a radiant reggae-pop anthem. “Smile Everyday” is a feel-good track about gratitude, joy, and embracing life’s simple blessings.
Tad’s Record revives its Reggae Virus Riddim with a remix compilation featuring Mikey Spice, Sanchez, Glen Washington, Sophia Squire, and more. Expect doses of roots, love, and lyrical medicine for the soul. It’s a beautiful mix to spice up your weekend.
STREAM & SUPPORT: All tracks are now available on major platforms. Press play, run the riddims, and let the Caribbean soundtrack your weekend.
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