Clive Hunt produces ‘Nyabingi Love’ single for Maxi Priest
Legendary music producer Clive Hunt has released the new single, Nyabingi Love, a track by international reggae singer Maxi Priest
Nyabingi Love is a heartfelt love story of a man professing his love for his lady, his ‘lioness’, while the pulsating sounds of the nyabingi drums reverberates in the track, like that of the heartbeat of the lovers. The song’s soulful melody is perfectly complemented by a lush, instrumental arrangement that showcases Hunt’s renowned expertise in reggae music production.
The song was produced under Hunt’s Iconic Azul Production Company and released by Ineffable Records.
“I made the track, composed it at Tuff Gong studio with the musicians. I sent the track to Maxi Priest who liked it and co-wrote the song with a renowned musician from Ghana named Jacob Kwame Etroo in New York. It’s just the right time,” Hunt said.
Maxi Priest, known for chart-topping hits such as Close to You and Wild World, brings his distinctive voice and passionate delivery to this new release. With a career spanning over three decades, Maxi Priest continues to captivate audiences around the globe, and Nyabingi Love is set to be another milestone in his illustrious career.
Hunt, whose impressive portfolio includes work with reggae legends like Peter Tosh, Jimmy Cliff, The Abyssinians, Beres Hammond and numerous music stars has crafted a soundscape for “Nyabingi Love” that is both classic and fresh. His deep understanding of reggae’s roots and his ability to infuse it with modern elements make this collaboration particularly special.
Nyabingi Love is available on all major streaming platforms. The official lyric video which premièred on the Iconic Azul YouTube channel, as well as the Clive Hunt Presents YouTube channel.