Thirty years of fandom culminated in one thing extraordinary. Italian singer Madelaine has lastly joined forces with Jamaican reggae icon Luciano on Rise, a soulful roots anthem that bridges generations and honours custom.
The celebrities aligned at Insurgent Salute, Jamaica’s annual roots reggae and dancehall music competition, the place Madelaine seized her second. She pitched the collaboration to Luciano, and the legendary artist mentioned sure. What started as Luciano’s solo composition, penned completely by him, developed into a real partnership, with Madelaine’s voice weaving by way of the observe’s meditative grooves.
They recorded at Harry J Studio, the place reggae historical past echoes from each nook. The riddim got here from Madelaine’s periods at Tuff Gong, including layers of authenticity. Each artists share a message: gratitude for all times and positivity within the face of adversity.
RECORDED AT HARRY J STUDIO, REGGAE HISTORY ECHOES FROM EVERY CORNER
Rise arrives on 7-inch vinyl and digital platforms, accompanied by a dub model. The persistence paid off, the respect runs deep, and reggae’s religious core pulses by way of each bar.
With an album anticipated in March 2026 and one other single dropping early subsequent 12 months, Madelaine’s journey from devoted fan to Luciano’s collaborator marks an exhilarating chapter in her evolving story.
ABOUT MADELAINE
Venice-born singer-songwriter and producer Madelaine has spent 35 years deep in reggae’s heartland. She labored with Mad Professor at Ariwa Studios earlier than relocating to Costa Rica.
By way of her label Jah Wheel Information, she produces her personal riddims and information at Tuff Gong and Harry J. Latest collaborations with Max Romeo, Linval Thompson and Luciano showcase her genuine roots sound.
With intensive excursions throughout South America and Europe, she has constructed a faithful following with music steeped in Jamaican custom.
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