The Star (Jamaica)

Denyque ‘R.E.A.D.Y’ for hip-hop market

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nternation­ally acclaimed dancehall icon Sean Paul unveiled an electrifyi­ng music video for his latest single, Greatest, featured on the trailblazi­ng ‘Dutty Money’ rhythm.

Directed by innovative director Ruption, the video is a visual spectacle that perfectly complement­s the infectious energy of the track, featuring dynamic visuals and pulsating rhythms.

“Working on this video was an incredible experience,” said Sean Paul.

“I wanted to create something visually stunning that would capture the essence of the song and bring it to life in a vibrant and dynamic way. I’m happy with the final result, and I hope fans enjoy it.”

Produced by Rvssian, renowned producer and owner of Head Concussion Records, Greatest is a standout track on the Dutty Money rhythm, showcasing Sean Paul’s signature blend of dancehall-and reggaeinfu­sed melodies. With its irresistib­le beats and catchy hooks, the song has already garnered widespread acclaim from fans and critics alike.

The accompanyi­ng music video, shot in Jamaica with vibrant

believe that in the future, I will hear stories of how backdrops and captivatin­g dance moves, captures the essence of the Caribbean spirit, while showcasing Sean Paul’s magnetic presence and engaging delivery. It is a testament to the dancehall icon’s unparallel­ed creativity and artistic vision. something someone said during the tour significan­tly impacted someone’s thoughts and actions, as I saw genuinenes­s in their eyes,” he added. Reflecting on the tour’s impact, Edwards notes, “Sometimes, we may not fully comprehend the impact of our actions until someone, in the future, acknowledg­es that something said or experience­d during the tour made them reconsider their choices.”

Jamaican artiste Denyque has ventured into the hip-hop/rap scene and is threatenin­g to create waves akin to tsunamis.

The dancehall entertaine­r made a surprise midnight drop of her EP, R.E.A.D.Y (Release Everything And Do You), last Friday.

Within four hours after the drop, R.E.A.D.Y was featured on Spotify, amassing over 16,000 streams by 10 a.m. and securing spots on 25 hip-hop playlists.

The EP made an impressive debut, claiming the 26th position on the iTunes Hip-Hop/Rap charts before 6 p.m.

Denyque and her team were elated by these accomplish­ments. The daring singer, known for her talent and fearlessne­ss in exploring unconventi­onal

paths, was interviewe­d by Dr Empress Rose on the 1-on-1 music review show at 2:30 p.m. on Friday. The live preview of songs from the EP on YouTube contribute­d to Denyque’s ascent on the charts, reaching the 14th position by the end of the night, surpassing Nicki Minaj’s Pink Friday 2 (Gag City Deluxe) album.

Although breaking into the top 10 would have been a dream for the first Jamaican female R&B singer to achieve such a feat in hip-hop, Denyque is content with her current career milestone. Four out of the five songs on the EP — Ease My Mind, Long Way Down, Make A Wish, and Between Me And You — have also charted, securing positions in the Top 200 Hip-Hop/Rap singles chart.

The five-track EP was produced by Levels To Life Production­s in collaborat­ion with Lee Milla Production­s and Denyque’s own Denym Entertainm­ent label. Other producers include Emudio Records and ThatBossEv­an.

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