Vybz Kartel Puts Family First on Chambah's Air Force Riddim

Producer Chambah launches his latest juggling led by Vybz Kartel's heartfelt single, featuring RajahWild, Iwaata, Likkle Addi, Likkle Vybz and more, calling the collaboration with the dancehall icon "a life-changing experience."

Vybz Kartel, producer Chambah, and director and friend Lennimatic (L) on the set

Dancehall producer Junior “Chambah” Stevens of Silverbird Records has launched his latest juggling project, the Air Force Riddim, led by Vybz Kartel's new single, “Family (Have Meaning),” which was released on Friday.

On the heartfelt track, Kartel showcases his signature lyricism while reflecting on the importance of family, paying tribute to his mother with the line, “Jah know where would I be, mummy without you.” The accompanying music video features his son, Likkle Addi, alongside Chambah, reinforcing the song's family-centered message.

Reflecting on their collaboration, Chambah said, “Working with Vybz Kartel has been a life-changing experience. He's incredibly professional and always brings great energy to the studio. He trusts my creative judgment, and I trust his vision, which makes the creative process feel effortless. One of the things I appreciate most is that he genuinely loves music, and that gives me the freedom to be myself and create without limits. Every session challenges me to grow, and it's an experience I'll always value.”

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According to the producer, the Air Force Riddim also features tracks from dancehall artistes RajahWild, Iwaata's “White Airforce”, Kartel's sons Likkle Addi and Likkle Vybz, among others.

Chambah has earned a reputation for crafting productions that fuse dancehall, reggae, and pop into a fresh, contemporary sound. His work often embraces organic inspiration, including fresh ideas, which has become a defining part of his creative process and the music he brings to life.