Aleighcia Scott is one of a slew of fresh, strong young female singers making a name for themselves on the Reggae scene. The Welsh singer has family roots in Trelawny, Jamaica.
She won the MMG 2017 Award for Best Reggaela Act, and has collaborated with Tarrus Riley, Julian Marley, Soul II Soul, Gyptian, and Professor Green
Despite the coronavirus restrictions and lockdown, Aleighcia managed to collaborate on a new album with music legend Rory Stonelove and is almost ready to release soon.
On her latest single “I Want You”, the reggae star worked with Kongz, the bandleader and drummer for Protoje's In.Digg.Nation band and one of Jamaica's toughest producers emerging from the new wave.
The song mixes smooth, soulful vocals by Aleighcia Scott with drum and bass from Jamaica. Donald 'Danny Bassie' Dennis, Lamont 'Monty' Savory, and Paris Lamont Dennis are among the top-tier Jamaican musicians featured on the single.
Listen to the reporter, Charles Stylianou’s interview below to find out more: