Light is the first full length album to be released by the Grammy nominated artist Matisyahu in three years and the long awaited album promises to be one of pop’s highlights of the year.
The album has already sold over 400,000 copies in the US where it debuted in the Top 20 album charts and sees Matisyahu meandering through his familiar reggae-soul stylings to dancehall, ska-inflected new wave, pop-rock and acoustic folk, blending infectious melodies and intricate production with classic messages of hope, peace and understanding to create a sound that is undeniably his own.
Produced by David Kahne (Paul McCartney, Regina Spektor, Sublime), Light was recorded and mixed in Jamaica, New York, Los Angeles and Virginia. More recently, Matisyahu cut two more tracks with producer Dave McCracken and the Smeezintons. Of those two, One Day will be the first single from the album.
The single, One Day, is an anthemic classic reggae track, showcasing Matisyahu’s prolific lyrics and passionate vocals. In addition Matisyahu has re-recorded the same song with heavyweight R&B star Akon as a bonus track.
The album features guest appearances from the likes of Stephen McGregor, Sly & Robbie, members of Fishbone and many more.
Both single and album are releasedthrough 100% Records. The single One Day is released in the UK on June 14th, with the album Light following a week later on June 21st.
For more information visit the Matisyahu MySpace page.
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