Clarks Leeds - UK Dancehall Special

With so much focus on Jamaica, people often forget how many incredible artists hail from right

here in the UK. Over the years Maxi Priest, Tippa Irie and Curtis Lynch have shown the UK can more

than hold its own. Now, a new generation of artists are knocking on the door and threatening to

make their mark on the Jamaican charts. Arguably the number 1 reggae artist, Gappy Ranks is signed

to the iconic Greensleaves imprint – a roster featuring Vybz Kartel, Barrington Levy & Sizzla. Stylo

G’s ‘Call mi a Yardie’ broke into the UK top 20 proving that Bashment has started to gain wider

appeal.

So this April we’ll be celebrating the UK’s rich Dancehall heritage playing tracks from artists such as

Lee-Anna, YT, Lady Chann, Stylo G, Gappy Ranks, Mr Williamz and many more.

Many of you may not be as familiar with the UK acts but this March we’re out to prove that not only

can these artists compete with Jamaica’s dancehall royalty they have a unique sound and style that

is all their own.

Download the Clarks UK Dancehall Mix: https://soundcloud.com/clarks-leeds/uk-dancehall-mix