Dancehall artist Alkaline has ignited the digital music scene with his latest release, ‘No Emotions,’ which has rapidly ascended to the number two position on YouTube’s Trending for Music chart. The track, produced by veteran music creator Charles ‘Sponge Music’ Williston, has amassed over 454,000 views since its premiere on January 9, marking a powerful entry into the new year.
Williston expressed profound satisfaction with the public’s reception of the single, characterizing the collaboration with Alkaline as a consistently productive and enlightening experience. He specifically highlighted the professional dynamic with the artist’s sister and manager, Kareena Beckford, noting that their collective efforts foster a mutually beneficial creative environment where all parties continue to learn and evolve.
The success of ‘No Emotions’ is the latest triumph in a prolific partnership that spans nearly 14 years. Williston, who launched his production career in St. James, first found major success with Alkaline on the hit ‘Real Dawgs.’ Their extensive catalog of collaborations includes other fan favorites such as ‘Heart Scar,’ ‘Earn Your Way,’ and ‘Nah Lef Eh Game.’
Beyond his work with Alkaline, Sponge Music has established himself as a formidable force in the dancehall genre, producing chart-topping tracks for a roster of top-tier artists. His acclaimed production credits include Ikaya’s ‘Tek Him,’ Govana’s ‘Live and Learn,’ Nhance’s ‘Dawg Dem,’ Demarco’s ‘Killa,’ and Mavado’s ‘Not Perfect,’ as well as the collaborative hit ‘Pain’ by Mavado, Dexta Daps, and Jay-A.
The single is confirmed to be a featured track on Alkaline’s highly anticipated third studio album, which is slated for release in the coming months. This early success positions the project as one of the most awaited reggae-dancehall releases of the year.