Jamaican-Haitian artist Ayetian releases 16-track mixtape 'JamPack'
The Montego Bay-raised dancehall artist features Ky-Mani Marley, Stefflon Don and Skillibeng on a project spanning dancehall, bouyon and soca.
NEW YORK, United States. Jamaican-Haitian dancehall artist Ayetian has released "JamPack", a 16-track mixtape moving across dancehall, trap dancehall, bouyon, soca, hip hop and melodic records.
"For Ayetian, the mission wasn't to chase different genres. It was to create one body of work driven by feeling and energy that reflects the full spectrum of the Caribbean," Caribbean entertainment publicist Paul Thom told Caribbean Life.
Mr Thom said the music reflects the cultures that shaped Ayetian growing up in Montego Bay. Rather than organising the mixtape by genre, "Ayetian lets the energy lead."
Collaborations
Guests include Ky-Mani Marley, Kodak Black, Stefflon Don, Skillibeng, Tony Mix and longtime collaborator Nvtzz.
"Each artist brings a different energy, helping Ayetian tell a bigger story about the Caribbean," Mr Thom said.
The project opens with an exchange between Ayetian and his mother before "Bob Marley" featuring Ky-Mani Marley, on which, Mr Thom said, he stakes his claim as "a Gen Z voice ready to carry the culture forward in his own way."
"Jamatian" serves as a declaration of identity, embracing both the Jamaican and Haitian flags.
Standout tracks
Mr Thom singled out "Miami Vice", inspired by the city's fast life and Caribbean influence, "particularly its Haitian roots." He said "Scale Tip Ova" showcases some of Ayetian's sharpest deejay work, while "T-Pot" flips Super Beagle's classic "Dust a Sound Boy".
"'FYAH' turns up the heat with undeniable chemistry, while 'Gih Yuh Some' featuring Skillibeng and 'My Girl' featuring Stefflon Don showcase Ayetian's versatility," Mr Thom said.
