LU: Have any favourite moments doing this project that you care to share?
DM: The title track “Laventille” was actually done in Fort Picton, Laventille. We went up there with master drummer Redman, Beebo and musicians from the North West Laventille Cultural Movement, and recorded it in the shed of an elder in the Orisha faith. Everyone just sat and played drums, cowbells and other instruments and made music, while we looked out over the ocean at the coast of Venezuela.
Q: For me it was liming with the entire crew and I put on “Good Swimma” and started playing around with it. Everyone got hyped and the energy in the room just changed totally. It was a great vibe and actually the only track Damian was there physically to work on with me.
LU: So, how do we get this album?
DM: Laventille will be available on Amazon, itunes and other online music stores. Physical release will coincide with the film’s international release in March. The plan is, by then, for people to be able to access a full package complete with movie, visuals and music.
LU: Finally, we have to know, what’s your favourite track on the album?
DM: Can’t pick one. “Good Swimma”, “Dead or Alive” and “Five”.
AB: “Dead or Alive” and “The Drug Song”
Q: Can’t pick one either, but “Good Swimma” always stands out for me.
LU: Wait, does the baby have a favourite?
AB: [Laughing] He likes them all.
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