DJ SMO & REID WATERS

DU ROAD 

DJ Smo & Reid Waters - Du Road (Album)

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Pushing boundaries while paying homage to the roots, Du Road is the latest genre-bending statement from the producer duo, DJ Smo and Reid Waters. Spanning 15 tracks and boasting a star-studded guest list, this heavyweight release bridges continents and sounds, crafting a sonic roadmap through the evolving landscape of global dance music and carribean vibe.
 

Featuring names like Konshens, Busy Signal, Stylo G, Vanessa Bling (f.k.a. Gaza Slim), Chi Ching Ching, and Mr. Lexx, Du Road reads like a who’s who of Caribbean talent. But it’s the project’s shape-shifting sound—touching on Afrobeat, house, dancehall, reggae, R&B, and hip-hop—that makes it truly transcend borders. This isn’t just a compilation of features; it’s a curated experience engineered for both the streets and the stage.

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From the sweat-soaked pulse of block parties to the strobe-lit chaos of dancehall street party, Du Road thrives on contrasts. One moment, you’re caught in the slow grind of a seductive riddim ("Want You Back" ft. Konshens & Alandon), the next, you’re jolted by warped synths and chest-rattling bass ("Pitch Out" ft. Boy Boy).

The production moves with precision between moody, atmospheric textures and full-throttle, dancefloor-ready anthems—always anchored by the duo’s razor-sharp instincts.

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There’s a hypnotic feel that lingers just beneath the surface, especially on tracks like “Feel Good Remix” (Busy Signal & Chi Ching Ching) and “Rudest Song” (Mr. Lexx), where the beats simmer with menace, and the vocals drip with heavy energy. Even the more melodic offerings—like “Fa Yuh Love” by Yung Ras or Vanessa Bling’s searing “None A Dem”—carry an undercurrent of tension and cinematic flair.

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While the production is undeniably polished, the heart of Du Road lies in its rawness. There’s a Southern US drawl here, a splash of UK grime there, an afrobeat touch, and unmistakable Caribbean fire throughout.

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Reid Waters and DJ Smo don’t just deliver bangers, they build an immersive, all-terrain sound system journey. Du Road is equal parts celebration and confrontation, a rhythmic rollercoaster that refuses to play it safe.

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DJ Smo & Reid Waters - Du Road 
01. Konshens, Alandon – Want You Back

02. Boy Boy – Pitch Out

03. Kemar Highcon – Life Ah Di Party

04. Konshens – Spend It

05. Stylo G – The Flute Remix

06. Busy Signal & Chi Ching Ching – Feel Good Remix

07. Yung Ras – Lava

08. Vanessa Bling – None A Dem

09. Mr. Lexx – Rudest Song

10. Boy Boy – Liff Up

11. Yung Ras – Fa Yuh Love

12. Simon Said, Artikal – Pull Up A Yuh Foot

13. Kemar Highcon – Cologne

14. Devin Di Dakta – Bumaba Ka

15. Beach Boii – Body Like Yours

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