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52 ISSUE 97 / 2017 REGGAE TRACK OF THE MONTH: ALKALINE Skip Marley the grandson Bob Marley, made history earlier this week when his collaborative single with popstar Katy Perry, Chained to the Rhythm, landed at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Jamaican dancehall and reggae artist Alkaline has released upbeat, reggae track Fast that portrays the artist's success and the lively lifestyle that he lives. Alkaline, who began producing his own records at the age of 16, continues to create music that acknowledges different Jamaican genres, and he has released another triumphant release, which only adds to his energetic and vibrant style. Destined to be spun at clubs, Fast is a banger that has all the rhythms of a classic dancehall track with an obvious reggae influence, and displays Alkaline's ability to spit his fast lyrics over punchy beats. Brazen and celebratory, the track recognises his hard work and artistry, and is in line with his achievements, like his debut album New Level Unlocked reaching the top the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart in April 2016. The single, a loud pop power ballad which was performed by the pair at this year's Grammy awards, has gained Skip an array of media attention for becoming the first from the Marley family to gain a place on the Billboard chart's top 10. However Chained to the Rhythm has been met with criticism, declaring that Skip would not have achieved the accomplishment without Katy Perry and the fan base that comes with her fame. Although a large amount of Skips Billboard success can be attributed to Katy Perry, the artist's previous body of work sways away from traditional reggae, and bares scarce similarities to his grandfather Bob Marley as he paves his own way, and finds his own musical style. NEWS: DOES SKIP MARLEY'S TOP 10 HIT HELP OR HINDER REGGAE? ALBUM OF THE MONTH: QUEEN IFRICA Spreading social activism through music, reggae artist Queen Ifrica returns with her engaging and inspiring third studio album Climb. Beginning with a lively track, Trueversation features fellow Jamaican artist Damian Marley and speaks of the power of words, the album also speaks about life and spirituality. Queen Ifrica includes hard hitting conscious tracks Lies Dem Ah Tell, Grabba and Medical Marijuana to speak about social and political issues, with her strong vocals baring similarities to chanting. Her impressive versatility transcends into romantic and smooth tunes Love Is Not Blind and Good Man that provide easy listening and resemble classic Reggae. Continuing to make music with meaning, the chilled I Can't Breathe discusses police brutality and racism and Queen Ifrica touches on the power of women through tracks like Black Woman and Ask My Granny, inspired by her Grandmother. Overall, the album has a great sense of togetherness and manages to uplift and empower by spreading important social messages. Showcase Horace ANDY Red Rose will make you Dance Anthony Red Rose Mirror AKETI RAY/ALPHA & OMEGA Look at the World Shanna Roots Zion Dub Carl Campbell Rum Punch Bazza Ranks Wild Wild East Dubioza Kolektiv Walking Through Jah Meadow Ras John/Alpha B Miss Calypso (reissue) Maya Angelou Mister Peaceful Jackie Edwards The Slipper Pilgrims of Peace Diversite Dub Inc NEW RELEASES