(e3media)--In a few days Papa Biggy will be releasing his comeback album appropriately named Return To The Frontline.

The singer, who once impacted the music scene with biting social commentaries such as Stop Dem, Under the Plane Wing, Times of Trouble, Freedom to Mandela and How You Plant Corn is now ready to take his career to the frontline after migrating to the States in 2001.

Return to the Frontline, according to Courtney Porteous aka Papa Biggy, will be offering a "little of everything". In the mix will be dancehall, culture, lovers rock and "it inspirational and educational while very entertaining at the same time," the dancehall artiste told Observer.

Papa Biggy says a lot of himself went into the album and some of the tracks are about his life's experiences - both good and bad. "It's about the mistakes I've made and progress I have made spiritually as a person. Inspiration for it also comes from everyday experiences of life in general," he shared about the 14-track album.

Tracks on the album include Better life, Crime Wave, Hail Brethren, Reconcile and Family ties. The first single off the album Crime Wave is set to be released later this month on Life Force production label and will be available worldwide.

Papa Biggy was born in Western Kingston where he lived till his parents migrated in the mid-seventies. He then went to live with his grandmother in St Ann and attended Ferncourt High School. It was while attending Ferncourt that he got involved musically and became a member of the school's choir and also found out that he had the ability to write songs. His first composition, Falkland Crisis earned him the title National DJ champion in 1982; a gold award and a scholarship in music sponsored by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission was the basis on which his musical career began to grow.

Papa Biggy later went to record for producers such as Henry 'Junjo' Laws, Sly & Robbie, Techniques, Steelie & Clevie, Jammys and Black Scorpio.

Since being on the scene, Papa Biggy has performed in some of New York's most famous halls including Madison Square Gardens, The Ritz, The Lincoln Center and The Town Hall. He has also been to Canada, Costa Rica, Bermuda, Cayman and Trinidad and Tobago. Locally he has graced the stages of most reggae events such as Sting and Reggae Sunsplash. The already successful Reggae DJ went on to do a short stint with Byron Lee and The Dragonaires.

Since he migrated to the States Papa Biggy took a short break from the biz then went back to producing music under the LifeForce Production Studio, partnering with long-time friend and business associate Richie Flex of Nocturnal Records and Ras David of Earthforce Music. The partnership produced several top rhythms such as Fire Ball featuring various artistes such as Luciano, Sizzla, Yami Bolo, Ras David, Natty King, Darrio Danejah, Moses I, and others; the DNA Riddim featuring Ras David and Darrio Danejah proved to be equally successful.

Now focusing on Return to the Frontline which features musicians such as attorney, Johna Hex, Ras David, K-Swizz, Chris Christie, Dayne Edwards, and gifted veteran guitarist Famma Roots.

Papa Biggy told Observer that he has been mainly engaged in writing, producing and recording and he can't wait to hit the main stage. He will get his chance with his first show scheduled for October 17 in Atlanta, Georgia.

"I am returning to the stage with a new energised vibe," he promised and looking ahead he says his fans can expect an explosion of conscious lyrics and good music.

(e3global)-- Introducing Mateo to the music world. This Los Angeles based alternative R&B singer/songwriter/musician is really making waves in the music industry. After being noticed by Myspace A&R Consultant & former MTV VJ Quddus he was quickly signed to Myspace Records where he is now promoting his latest mixtape, Underneath The Sky.

Mateo describes his music as, “Everything is merging together; a mixture rather than one flavor only; R&B/Pop/Alternative/Soul-Urban Mod-if you want to pick a new genre”

and lists Lauryn Hill, Radiohead, Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Kanye West and Coldplay as some of his influences.

His latest single from his upcoming DVD & EP - Get To Know Me: Live At Swing House

which will be released on iTunes on September 15th. Be on the look out for this rising star!

(e3media)-- British crossover sensation Leona Lewis releases her brand new single "Happy" from her upcomong sophomore album, Echo.

The single was co-written by her and writer/producer Ryan Tedder who was responsible for her break-through smash, Bleeding Love. The single is set to hit radio air waves September 21st and the album Echo will hit stores November 17th via J Records/ Syco Music.

Plugz and El Blanco

(e3media)-- Introudcing Plugz to the world. This up and coming reggae deejay is one of the hottest underground artist on the Toronto scene. Born and raised in Castleton Gardens, Jamaica West Indies. Recently dropping is long awaited mix tape Tail Of Di Spliff. He recently sat down with e3 for an interview.

(e3)-- So Plugz tell us how long have you been doing the music thing?

(Plugz)--Well ive been doing music for a while....i started out as a young selector on my area party sound then it escalated from there...ive played clubs n dances in jamaica and florida.

(e3)--Musically, Who  would you say inspire you the most?

(Plugz)--Musically the artiste of the underground in any sector wows me....cuz being an engineer..hearing fresh ideas and good music has a lasting effect....cuz he song lives onlonger than the artiste right...

(e3)-- So are you dropping any album soom soon?

(Plugz)--Well im working on a mixtape right now TAIL A DI SPLIFF and after that i will work on my album....im currently also working out with my partner the talented EL BLANCO on his EP RIDE PROGRAM i have about 5-6 songs on there.. when thats done then i focus on mine...

(e3)--Which artist and producers have you worked with or working with so far?

(Plugz)--So far not many big name producers, ive voiced for equiknoxxx label....most of my work has been with canadian producers of all sorts of genres... but right now my producers are el blanco ryan c tucker and a yute name KING KONG from nyc.

(e3)-- So Plugz tell us what we can expect from you in the near future?

(Plugz)--In the near future, my music, which is something authentic will shine thru the BS of whats being played as music on the radio now....in all honesty...it going to go as far as mi push it.

Delus

(e3music)-- Up and coming reggae sensation Delus is indeed on the rise. One half of the 2 man reggae group Sojah which includes his brother Konshens. This young artist is one of the most talented and gifted artist on the come up, with his smooth voice for the ladies. Currently he have too single blowing up over seas True Love and Dem Nu Like. Recently he sat down with e3 to let the world knows what he's been up to. Check out the interview.

(e3)-- How long have you been doing the music thing?

(Delus)-- I been doing music from like 2005 professionally after achieving a #1 song in Japan a song called "Pon Di Corner" for CashFlow productions but music has been part of my upbringing as my mother used to blast music almost everyday mostly Saturdays and Sundays.

(e3)-- Musically, Who  would you say inspire you the most?

(Delus)-- The icons who definitely inspired me from Bob to Berris from the bounty to the beenie but most of all good music of any genre inspires me.

(e3)-- Are you dropping any album soom soon?

(Delus)-- No Album talks yet just doing the ground work getting people to know who DELUS is but out now is my mixtape called LISTEN UP!

(e3)-- Are you currently or planning on any tours?

(Delus)-- None planned yet but just came off a 3week promo tour for the album for SOJAH (Delus & Konshens) called Modern Revolustion

(e3)-- Which artist and producers have you worked with so far?

(Delus)-- Producers I've worked with are Vertex, Skatta, Music Is Life Productions/Media House Productions, Irie Vibrations from Austria they produced the Sojah Album, CashFLow, Young Veterans to name a few

(e3)-- what can we expect from Delus in the near future

(Delus)-- You Can Expect more music more videos more work more fun :)

Editors Note: Truly Delus will be one of the biggest and most successful artist to come. His humbleness will deffinetley carry him far.

You can hear Delus music in the Music Section.

And also check out the video for True Love

(e3music)-- London is a brand new artist from oakland California.He started at a young age singing in the Church Chior. He started out as a rapper but that quickly feel through, so he went back to his roots singing R&B. His soon to be released features production from Rodney Jerkins and Ne-Yo on various songs. London is currently signed Universal/Motown imprint.

You can hear London single Sometimes in the Music section.

Play Song

(e3music)-- Hello to the world, meet a fresh new sound and face to the music scene Priscilla Renea. This young new artist is 20 years old pop/soul singer/songwriter. She is currently signed to Capital Records and is set to release her debut album by the end of this year.

You can gear Prescilla song Cry in the music section or click on Cry.

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