Snoop Dogg Brings New Life to His Reggae Album "Reincarnated,"

Monday, April 29, 2013

It's not just a name change, but there's a new take on life for Snoop Lion, who switched his stage name from Snoop Dogg after a trip to Jamaica where he embraced Rastafarian culture.

 

And the new project works.

Snoop's first reggae album, "Reincarnated," includes some fine production by Major Lazer (aka Diplo), with guest appearances from Miley Cyrus, Akon, Rita Ora and Angela Hunte, who co-wrote the Jay-Z hit "Empire State of Mind."

The rapper is still the marijuana-smoking, ultra-smooth Snoop we've all come to know and love. But he's also more focused on love and happiness, and not the gangsta raps he spewed in the past.

He sings against gun violence on "No Guns Allowed," which features rapper Drake and vocals from his daughter Cori B. The track is special because it shows how Snoop has matured as a musician — and bringing on his 13-year-old daughter only drives home the point. He tackles global warming on "Tired of Running" with Akon, and preaches unity on "Lighters Up," featuring Mavado and Popcaan.

The gem of the album, though, is the dancehall track featuring Cyrus. "Ashtrays and Heartbreaks" is an easygoing track where Cyrus shines alongside Snoop.

While there are some misses — like "Get Away" and "Fruit Juice" — most of Snoop's twelfth studio album is an entertaining piece of work.

 

 

 

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Snoop Lion says - "Am Reincarnated” to his Skeptics

Monday, March 18, 2013

Snoop Lion (formerly snoop Dogg) is trying to prove that he is “Reincarnated” by not firing back at his latest critics about his Rastafarian ideology.

In an interview with the Express Night Out, the “Lion” address his most notable septic, Reggae pioneer Bunny Wailer who bestowed the name “Lion” to the 41 year old Snoop.  However, Wailer is now questioning Snoop intentions and commitment.

When Snoop Lion was asked about his thoughts on Wailer’s skepticism he said;

“If I was Snoop Dogg: “(Expletive) Bunny Wailer.” But I’m Snoop Lion right now, so I’m Chilling.”

When asked “How does Rastafarianism fit in there for you? Do you feel like you converted?

I feel like I’m a part of it. I feel like I’m a part of anything that’s positive, that’s loving. And Rastafarian is so connected to who I am that I feel like I’m a part of it. Because it is me. It is what I am. And through the spirit of it, you want to learn more about it. ... I’m just learning. So it’s all brand new to me.

Snoop Lion is set to release his first reggae album “Reincarnated” (due April 23), and an accompanying documentary (out in limited release) that tracks his trip to Jamaica and exploration of Rasta culture. Produced by Major Lazer — which includes DJ/producer Diplo — the album features guests including Chris Brown, Drake and Jamaica’s Mr. Vegas and Mavado.

Snoop made reference about his goal of the album

It’s a goal to have songs that represent who I am today. A lot of the songs I got represent who I was, not who I am. It is my music. I love it. It’s my baby. So I’m not going to ever denounce it. It’s just that it’d be nice to have a song about peace and love and happiness and about what’s going on in the world and about addressing some real issues, when that’s what’s important right now. As opposed to just partying all the time and having a good time. That’s not what I’m on.

 

 

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Snoop Lion "Reincarnated" album to be released on April 23rd

Friday, March 1, 2013

Rapper Snoop Lion highly anticipated album Reincarnated, is set to be on April 23rd

Reincarnated, which is being executive produced by Diplo and Major Lazer, features an array of artistes such as Drake, Akon, Busta Rhymes, T.I., Chris Brown, Rita Ora, Mavado among others.

Snoop Lion will also release the next "No Guns Allowed" which will feature his daughter Cori B.

"We were searching for true reggae music and the message of peace and hope it reflects," Snoop Lion said of Reincarnated. "It's so much a part of whom I am, and this record is all about paying homage and giving respect to those who created and love reggae music, and hopefully introducing it to a whole new audience. I feel truly honored to make this album and respect to all who blazed the path for me."

Reincarnated is being released by Snoop's company Berhane Sound System, in conjunction with Mad Decent, VICE Music, and RCA Records.

Also on March 15th, Snoop Lion's movie "Reincarnated" will debut. The documentary chronicles the recording while that snoop went through while recording the Reincarnated album in Jamaica.

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Snoop Lion to release a web series “Noisey Jamaica” on YouTube

Monday, January 21, 2013

Reggae reform artiste Snoop Lion (formerly Snoop Dogg) is set to unveil the pilot episode of a web series “Noisey Jamaica” which will explore the nuances of Dancehall music.

“Noisey Jamaica” was executive produced by Snoop Lion, in collaboration with his label, VICE Music, creators of the Noisey music channel. The 10-part series documentary which will focus on the culture and concepts of Dancehall music will be aired weekly on YouTube.

 

On January 15 the trailer for “Noisey Jamaica” was premiered including scenes from various inner cities across the Jamaica.

 

The documentary will official debut On January 22 and will feature incarcerated Dancehall artiste, Vybz Kartel and his impact on Dancehall and Jamaican popular culture while behind bars.  Other episodes will include features with Kartel’s protégés, Popcaan and Tommy Lee Sparta as well as a shopping spree with, Tifa and a day around the town with 2012 Deejay of the Year contender, Konshens. Other high profile acts such as Beenie Man, I-Octane, Spice and Gaza Slim will also appear on the web series.

This is not the first documentary or Snoop Lion; last year he premiered “Reincarnated” at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)

Two weekends ago, Snoop Lion was in Jamaica to shoot the visuals for Lighters Up, a track featuring Popcaan and Mavado.

 

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Snoop Dogg Reincarnated As "Snoop Lion" Due To Rastafarian Faith

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Snoop Dogg is now embracing his newly found Rastafarian faith, by changing his name to Snoop Lion. Snoop whose real name is Calvin Broadus, Jr., spoke to reporters at a press conference on Monday, that he was rechristened Snoop Lion by Rastafarian priests on a recent trip to Jamaica where he was filmed for a documentary, Reincarnated Snoop also as an upcoming album of the same name, from Vice Records in the fall, followed by a book.


Snoop Dogg said he's not completely retiring from hip-hop but is "tired" of the genre because it is no longer challenging

 "I didn't know that until I went to the temple, where the High Priest asked me what my name was, and I said, 'Snoop Dogg.' And he looked me in my eyes and said, 'No more. You are the light; you are the lion.' From that moment on, it's like I had started to understand why I was there," he said at a press conference.

"I didn't want to be Snoop Dogg on a reggae track ... I wanted to bury Snoop Dogg and become Snoop Lion, but I didn't know that until I went to the temple and received the name Snoop Lion from the Nyabingi priest," the rapper said.

Snoop Lion has already been introduced onto social media platforms to promote the rapper's latest single, "La La La," along with his upcoming album and documentary, which will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September.

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