Out this month on VP Records are two eagerly anticipated albums, both dropping on August 12th. Wayne Marshall, with his hot dancehall riddims and memorable hooks is winning a massive fan base. His new release, Marshall Law, which links him up with producers like Jeremy Harding and Don Corleon, is destined to tear down the place.

Also, Junior Kelly, made famous with his 2001 hit, “Love So Nice”, is back on the scene. His latest release, Smile boasts a single of the same name and features collaborations with the likes of Morgan Heritage, Junior Murvin, Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare to name a few.

Everton Blender continues to bridge roots and dancehall reggae in his latest release from Heartbeat Records, King Man. The voice of conscious dancehall, whose faith has never faltered and whose vision has never dimmed is due on store shelves on August 12th, Blender’s smooth mix of consciousness and riddims are sure to create a new anthem like “Lift Up Your Head” and “Ghetto People Song”.

Acclaimed producer Tony Kelly is rippin’ up the dancehall scene with his new Grindin’ riddim. Kelly is already known for his contribution to hits like Sean Paul’s “Deporte Dem”, TOK’s “Chi Chi Man”, and Patra’s classic, “Worker Man”. The new Grindin’ riddim backs songs like “Burn” from Tanto Metro & Devonte, and “She Want It” from Delly Ranks. Listen out for new songs from Wayne Wonder, Lady Saw and Sean Paul.

Bobby Konders has a hot new riddim out called Wanted. It’s the foundation of songs from the major dancehall players like; “Facilitate War” from Assassin, “Have It Lock” from Bling Dawg, “Mr Wuk More” from Bounty Killer, “Money Friend” by Burro Banton, “Wangsta Wannabees” by Elephant Man, , “The Streetz” by Spragga Benz, “You Lead” by TOK, “Respect To Jamaican Dons” by Wayne Marshall and more!

Ce’Cile is stirring things up with a newly recorded song, Do It To Me, on producer Skatta’s new Coolie Dance riddim. The song’s controversial lyrics confront the resistance most have in Jamaica when it comes to men servicing their women. She’s keeping people buzzing even though she’s in the studio with her debut album.

When next you’re planning an old school basement dub session, remember the Cool Ruler. Gregory Isaacs has remained one of the most popular performers in Jamaica and is one of the most revered voices in Reggae.His new collection features dub versions of tracks from his latest Heartbeat album I Found Love, along with the dubs to many of his hits unforgettable hits including "My Number One," "Border,"

"Tumbling Tears" and his very earliest, "Love Is Overdue." These dubs come straight from the vaults of G.G. Records in Jamaica and most are previously unreleased.