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Sasique releases new video

The promotion of fast-rising dancehall artiste/producer Sasique's latest single, Kute & Neat, has been amped up thanks to the release of the accompanying video.

The video was shot in Kingston and directed by Terminal 4 Media. It was officially released to the Internet a few weeks ago.

"The track is doing great in the streets, and the girls them love it," said Sasique. "So far the video for has been getting great feedback, people all over the world a link me on Facebook, IG and Twitter; them a say finally them get a video for me. I love the response. I'm a person who feeds off good energy."

Sasique is currently in the studio working tirelessly on soon to be released projects, with the burning desire to pierce the international market.

Quest seeks musical breakthrough

After gaining much traction from his single Your Only, Europe-based recording artiste Quest is optimistic that his latest release Yah So will help land him a permanent spot in dancehall.

Yah So has managed to gain popularity in countries such as Germany, France, England, Switzerland and Italy.

"The song has been playing heavily in European countries and in recent times it has been building a momentum in Jamaica at events. I am thankful for the support I have been receiving and I plan on shooting a music video because my fans have been requesting it," said Quest.

The video will be shot in parts of Europe and Jamaica by Kirk Work.

The track has garnered a substantial number of streams and with this traction, Quest has landed numerous shows that will take him on a mini tour which will end in Jamaica.

The Kingston 11 native says promoting on the international scene is more effective if one has established himself on the ground in Jamaica.

"Laying the ground work in Jamaica is very vital to your growth as an entertainer, especially if you plan on gracing stages in your homeland. You want your fans to know who you are at home so that when you go out and represent, they still keep up and follow the journey," he said.

For 2020, Quest plans on dropping his first official EP.

Smokie croons about 'Secret Lovers'

Having carved a niche in his native Bahamas, reggae artiste Smokie is ready to spread his musical wings regionally.

With the release of his latest single Secret Lovers, Smokie is hoping to make an impact in Jamaica.

" Secret Lovers was inspired by a situation that a friend of mine experienced. It's something that everyone can relate to," Smokie said.

Smokie, given name Valentino Bethel has had a strong musical presence in his life since childhood.

He even played the trumpet, clarinet and drums while he was a member of the Nassau Brass Band.

Smokie decided to pursue a professional career in music in 2001. Since then, he has performed in Bermuda, Miami, Japan and Africa. He hopes to add Jamaica to that list.

While his songs offer a variety of topics such as matters of the heart and societal issues, Smokie said his work is inspired by daily life and personal experiences.

"I want to share my love, thoughts and music with the world and help people everywhere to overcome the struggles they face," he said.