'Reggae Gold' Release

Reggae gold is a glittering slice of the Caribbean - a tropical soundscape representing the diversity of reggae music.

Mavado's So Special is a taste of the raw fruity end of the spectrum, complete with controversial lyrics.

While Serani's massive radio hit, Playing Games, and Etana & Alborosie's Blessings, demonstrates a sweeter drop of romance.

The sizzling standout tracks include Estelle featuring Sean Paul on the international smash Come Over, and Jazmine Sullivan's Need You Bad - very refreshing!

The compilation features music direct from the native sons and daughters of the Jamaican Island from where reggae hails. The Jamaican Tourist Board (JTB) and VP Records have partnered to re-create the iconic "Welcome to Jamaica" image for the album cover.

In cooperation with Jamaica Trade and Invest (JTI), JTB and Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery, VP Records will launch an extensive marketing campaign around the release of Reggae Gold 2009 that extends until the end of the year.

All details of the campaign's phases will be announced on www.myspace.com/reggaegold and www.vprecords.com.

Since 1996 this compilation has featured the biggest songs of the year in reggae/dancehall but has also included music from international artists and crossover recording acts. Reggae Gold is renowned for featuring reggae and dancehall hits, this year, includes Elephant Man's Nuh Linga - another Jamaican dance craze you're likely to see Usain Bolt do, as well as tracks from up and coming artistes, which on this offering include Laden, Jah Vinci and Prodigal Son. Bask in the sound of sunshine, but prepare for some spicy lyrics and hot rhythms!

Tracklisting (US) for Reggae Gold 2009:
So Special - Mavado
Playing Games - Serani
Nuh Linga - Elephant Man
Blessings - Etana & Alborosie
Come Over - Estelle featuring Sean Paul Need
U Bad - Jazmine Sullivan
Love Is Wicked - Brick & Lace
Watch Your Friends - Jah Vinci
Protected - Chino featuring Stephen 'Di Genius' McGregor
See You Again - Beres Hammond
Start A New - Tarrus Riley
Far Away - Queen Ifrica
Head Cyaan Hot So - Prodigal Son
Praise and Worship - Busy Signal
Money Over War - Laden
Dance and Sweep - Elephant Man
Couple Up - T.O.K.
Leave If You Want To Leave - I Wayne

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