If
you have a hankering for soulful blues and big band swing, then reggae
icon Jay Douglas is the perfect choice of sweet, sweet symphony with his
newest single, “I’m In Love With You” – available now!
Following
the release of a string of reggae singles, including “Stone In Love
With You,” “Muschange,” and “Pattidemic,” Jay Douglas slows things down
and takes a stroll down the bass line to deliver a smashing blues single
– “I’m In Love With You.”
Jay
Douglas has always had a strong connection with blues and jazz, which
shows throughout this icon’s catalog. What makes “I’m In Love With You”
special is its ability to transport the listener to a time when big
bands were the norm and warmly embraced. Warm brass swells and slick
guitar riffs draw the listener in, reminiscent of the appeal of jazz
bars back in the 60s.
“I’m
In Love With You” is brimming with rich layers of instrumentation –
even on multiple listens it’s hard to narrow a definitive list. That’s
always been the appeal of Jay Douglas, and he doubles down on this
musical prowess here in his newest single.
With
guest features from Hammond organs and Leslie cabinets, they are
appropriately accompanied by jazz piano movements by walking bass lines;
the whole track feels cinematic in its magnitude.
“Many
years ago, a promoter allowed me to put a band together for a famous
blues singer from the USA whose name is Roscoe Gordon. His music is one
of the main reasons we're enjoying Reggae music today. Working with
Roscoe gave me so much inspiration for my blues recordings. “I'm in Love
With You” was produced by the Maestro Eddie Bullen – lending to that
blues style.”
Jay
Douglas’ ability to connect with listeners and paint a picture with his
lyrics is truly something special and always humbling. Growing up in
Jamaica, Douglas was drawn to blues, jazz, gospel, country, mento, and
calypso styles of music early on. He draws much of his inspiration from
this love affair he has with these genres and writes music he loves that
he believes will love him back.
“Writing
my music gives me a platform to share the truth and experience of my
musical journey with others. The idea behind my music is all about the
truth, and good vibrations for our souls. Just moving and grooving. The
connections between me, my instruments, bandmasters, and collaborators -
it's a love affair under one foundation to share with the younger
generations who are the gems of the future.”
Jay
Douglas found his introduction to the limelight in Montego Bay,
Jamaica. From there, his natural charisma and irresistible charm have
led to a successful and continuing 45+ year career in entertainment,
through which he has developed a passion for American Blues, West Indian
Rhythms, and Jazz Standards.
Douglas’
tactile and impactful performances are the reason he was announced the
winner of NOW Magazine’s “Toronto’s Best R&B Act” in 2006 and
Toronto Reggae Awards “Male Reggae Vocalist Of The Year” in 2007. These
accolades drew the attention of Seattle-based Light In The Attic,
choosing Douglas as the Headliner of the “From Jamaica to Toronto”
tour.
More
recently, Douglas was nominated for “Reggae Recording of the Year” at
the 2012 JUNO Awards and was the recipient of “G98.7 FM Entertainment
Award” at the Harry Jarome Awards. His most recent nomination was for
his collaboration with General Trees on “Jah Children,” receiving his
second JUNO nomination during 2020.
Jay
Douglas’ connection to his homeland has been the foundation of his
career, which has led Douglas’ to form lifelong friendships and musical
collaborations with many of the founding musicians of ska, rock steady,
and reggae. His upcoming single teasing his new album is set to feature a
collaboration with one of his old friends, the legendary guitarist
Ernest Ranglin.
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