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Roots And Culture

Roots And Culture (Single Edit)

When Mafia & Fluxy meet Nick Manasseh…
For the occasion Reemah from the island of St. Croix is back on vocal duties for the label - the result: a beautiful tune called ‘What Goes Around’ in a versatile lyrical style. On the flipside then - a ’Trumpet Situation’ - an uplifting instrumental cut featuring Berlin’s own Vale on the instrument. Both on an oldschool-style drum and bass driven riddim recorded in Brixton by the legendary Mafia & Fluxy rhythm section, spiced with some percussion by brother K’boko. The whole project was given to the dubmaster Nick Manasseh for mixing and the right treatment in his The Yard Studio and then mastered from 1/2inch tape at Star Delta in the UK. Now served with dubs and a fitting artwork by Chloé Bernal - ready to be played loud.

Mafia & Fluxy ft. Reemah / Vale - What Goes Around [LIONSCHOICE011]

A1 - Reemah - What Goes Around
A2 - Mafia & Fluxy meet Manasseh - What Goes Dub

B1 - Vale - Trumpet Situation
B2 - Mafia & Fluxy meet Manasseh - Dub Situation

LION’S DEN
rhythm section by Leroy ‘Mafia’ Heywood & David ‘Fluxy’ Heywood, recorded at Iguana Studio Brixton
percussion by Fabiano ‘K’boko’ Lima, recorded at Lion’s Den Studio Berlin
mix & dubs by Nick Manasseh at The Yard London
trumpet by Vale Schwarzbeck
vocals & lyrics by Reemah
artwork by Chloé Bernal
mastered by Star Delta Mastering
All rights reserved. © + ℗ 2024 Lion’s Den

Reemah x Mafia & Fluxy meet Manasseh - What Goes Around + What Goes Dub

The next 12inch in the Lion’s Choice series showcases two productions by Val Tribulation from Grenoble, France. One features Haroon Ayyaz on ‘Words Of Wisdom’ - an uplifting 90s style instrumental paired with a praise song to and partly from the holy scriptures including a heavily meditative mandolin cut by the versatile instrumentalist Mandlion from Italy. The other one features ‘Marble Works’-partner in crime Alpha B on ’What’s Left For Me’ - a heavily saxophone (played by Prince François Far I) infused riddim, combined with thought-provoking lyrics questioning the state of todays world and its future. Two powerful vocals and one instrumental cut on two deep riddims, both served with a dub version.

Val Tribulation ft. Haroon Ayyaz / Mandlion / Alpha B - Words Of Wisdom / What’s Left For Me [LIONSCHOICE012]

A1 - Haroon Ayyaz - Words Of Wisdom
A2 - Val Tribulation - Scriptures Dub
A3 - Mandlion - Words Of Mandolin

B1 - Alpha B - What’s Left For Me
B2 - Val Tribulation - What’s Left Is Dub

LION’S DEN
music & mix by Val Tribulation
vocals & lyrics by Haroon Ayyaz (A) / Alpha B (B)
mandolin by Mandlion (A)
saxophone by J. François (B)
artwork by Martin Engelbogen
mastered by Star Delta Mastering
All rights reserved. © + ℗ 2024 Lion’s Den

A3 - Mandlion - Words Of Mandolin

A1 - Haroon Ayyaz - Words Of Wisdom

Shall Not Be Moved

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Englishman

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Lick Shot In Dub

version - imitation riddim

DHAIMA - IN JAH CHILDREN - REMIX - DUBPLATE - JAHRAGGASTUDIO 2019

When Jesse Royal was only a cub, the Lord revealed to his mother that she would have to release one of her sons to the world, proclaiming “he will be a psalmist, declaring righteousness and justice throughout creation.” As Jesse matured into a young lion, his mother observed in him a strong sense of integrity and a natural ability to positively affect those around him. But, it was his deep spirituality, passion for life and unique connection to music that would convince her that he was being molded to be used by the Creator. 

Jesse David Leroi Grey, aka Jesse Royal, was born April 29, 1989. He enjoyed his early years in the hills of Maroon Town and the District of Orange in St. James before moving in the late 90’s with his mother and brother to join his father in Kingston. As fate would have it, Royal developed a special relationship with Daniel ‘Bambaata’ Marley (son of Ziggy Marley) at school. His friendship with Daniel proved to be fuel to the fire as they shared a deep passion for music and football. Their friendship evolved as they spent a great part of their childhood together. Soon the natural inclination confirmed they were simply brothers with different mothers. As these cubs became lions so grew their devotion to music. With the help of longtime friend Curt ‘Qban’ White they began composing and creating their own music. And together they proceeded to fulfill what they knew was a predestined musical journey, designed to inspire, engage and unite people beyond all geographic borders. 

After Jesse returned home from schooling abroad, he reestablished a relationship with high school friend and young producer Kareem ‘Remus’ Burrell (son of Philip ‘Fatis’ Burrell). They began creating and composing music together also, which developed into a Movement as they shared similar views on the social state of Jamaica. 

Blessed with a voice that captures the pain and hunger of a ‘downtrodden’ people; Royal’s militant character and profound lyricism caught the heart of heralded reggae producer, Philip ‘Fatis’ Burrell. Fatis Burrell, affectionately called ‘Father’ had a great and pure impact on the ‘old soul’ of Jesse; as he credits him as an invaluable inspiration and one of the most influential individuals that he has ever encountered.

Working with musicians such as Sly Dunbar, Robbie Shakespeare, Donald Dennis, Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith and Monty Savory; Jesse is currently in the studio putting the final touches on his debut album with producer Kareem Burrell of the XTM.Nation. Jesse Royal has released three mixtapes , Misheni, In Comes The Small Axe and Royally Speaking with Major Lazer. His Debut Album "Lily of The Valley" is now available on all digital platforms.

Roots And Culture (Single Edit)

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