Buju Banton and King Addies unite to honour Jamaica's sound system culture

Reggae icon Buju Banton is celebrating Jamaica's vibrant sound system culture through a new collaboration with the legendary King Addies sound system. The result is 'Worries In Di Dance Hall, Vol 1,' a one-hour DJ mix released exclusively on Apple Music, which debuted at number 7 on the platform's Reggae Chart.

The mix features a blend of decades-old exclusive Buju Banton dubplates from the King Addies vault, alongside some of the artist's most celebrated recordings and tracks from his forthcoming album, 'Too Too Bad.' This project serves as a tribute to the sound system culture that was instrumental in shaping Banton's career and amplifying his music globally.

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Dancehall sound systems are the heartbeat of the ghetto, of which I am a by-product. Therefore, as an ambassador, it is my duty to petition for them globally. This was essential to and for my album roll-out.

Banton emphasized the cultural significance of sound systems, calling them "the heartbeat of the ghetto." He stated, "As an ambassador, it is my duty to petition for them globally. This was essential to and for my album roll-out." By placing this sound system mix at the forefront of his album campaign, Banton aims to reconnect with his roots and introduce a new generation to a foundational element of Jamaican music.

King Addies, a sound system with a legacy spanning generations, is renowned for its extensive dubplate catalogue and commitment to authentic dancehall culture. For founder Fada Eton, the collaboration is a celebration of both friendship and legacy. "Buju became a brother while becoming a multi-generation reggae-dancehall pillar and prolific legend," he said. "It’s nice to hear him return to his roots with this new album. Also, it’s both a pleasure and an honour to celebrate his greatness."

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Buju became a brother while becoming a multi-generation reggae-dancehall pillar and prolific legend. It’s nice to hear him return to his roots with this new album. Also, it’s both a pleasure and an honour to celebrate his greatness.