In response to the well publicized recent violence in downtown Kingston, Jamaica, Reggae Star Anthony B has released the following statement :

"The current situation in Jamaica has caused an enormous uproar within the entire country. In times like these, it is up to us as individuals to make conscientious decisions and stand up for not what is popular, but for what we know is right. This is affecting our country on a whole, and can greatly impact our future and our children's future. All aspects of the country's economy are at stake. And any action that disrupts the daily normal activities for Jamaicans or of life cannot be good. Being a part of the Rastafarian & Reggae community it has always been my belief that peace, love & unity are what uplift a nation. And as the old Jamaican saying goes, 'united we stand, divided we fall'. So we all need to work together to resolve this as soon as possible, and bring back the "irieness" to our sweet little Jamaica! Jah Love!"

Along with the statement Anthony B has also released a very uplifting single for the masses, produced by Lazeme Music, 'Sweet Jamaica' and he is also currently offering it to fans for free. Besides being more than fitting for the times, the song just may be some of the chanter's finest recent work. Simply click the link below to download the song :

Anthony B - Sweet Jamaica