ROOTS SINGER IBA MAHR, TO RELEASE DEBUT ALBUM “DIAMOND SOX” NOVEMBER 20!

With a consistent pool of hits, fans will no longer wait in vain, as ace Reggae artist Iba Mahr will release his debut album ‘DIAMOND SOX’ on November 20, 2015. The 15 track album was produced by Jermaine Edwards and Roland Mcdermot for Born Rollin Productions and will be distributed by the VP Records affiliate, VPAL.

According to the artist, “Diamond Sox features members of my musical family such as the legendary saxophonist Dean Fraser, Capleton, Tarrus Riley, Jah Mali, Notis and Jah 9”. Iba Mahr also credits producers Michael Howell, Oneness Records, Conquering Lion Sound and Conrad Scarlett for their contributions to this album. He notes, “Diamond Sox album displays the many moods of Iba Mahr and shows that I have so much to say!. Each song brings variety to the album, allowing me to express my spirituality, roots, culture, history, love and intimacy. I refer to this one as a good book, with interesting chapters to read”.

The artist excited audiences in the United States over the summer holiday when he toured with fellow Reggae artist Kabaka Pyramid and the Bebble Rockers Band, on the Young Lions Tour. Over the months of June and July, the Young Lions toured several festivals and venues in California, Colorado, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, and all along the east coast ending with an amazing show at S.O.B.’s in New York City. Iba Mahr also performed for the first time in Canada at the 2015 Montreal International Reggae Festival this past August. Iba Mahr notes that the reception was tremendous and can be titled as one of his greatest touring experiences. He states “As two growing artists, our aim was to connect with our existing fans but also to introduce our music to a wider audience. We made history not only in the days or the months but also in the seconds and minutes of each moment so I hold tightly to the memories of sharing space with my brother Kabaka Pyramid & The Bebble Rockers Band”.

The success of the title track ‘Diamond Sox’ produced by Notis Productions placed the artist on several charts all around the world with many asking if the artist will be able to replicate this success, according to the artist “With the success of Diamond Sox and the Young Lions tour I was able to reconnect with fans and even make new ones. Building on this momentum and with the quality of songs on the album, I feel the Diamond Sox album will replicate if not surpass the level of success I experienced with the song”.

Off the album is the Notis production produced tribute track “Mama Rosie” an ode to his Iba Mahr’s Mother who was also featured in the supporting video. Iba noted “When I reflect on life as a child, I realize the many sacrifices my mother, Mama Rosie, made to secure a livelihood for my two siblings and me. Undoubtedly, there is a real way to show mommy appreciation for her sacrifices but as an artist I found it natural and important to express my gratitude through music.”

Following the release of the album, Iba Mahr will launch his first annual Sound Di Alarm Music Festival on December 31, 2015 at the Dinthill Technical High School in Linstead, St. Catherine, Jamaica that will feature a cadre of Reggae and Dancehall stars. More details on the festival will be released soon.