On March 31st a new artist was introduced to the world, birthing a unique blend of electronic pop and dancehall with a bubbly Caribbean tang. Vancouver-based artist JARETT has made his highly anticipated debut into the electronic music world with his single “Travel.” This eccentric track drifts our minds to the salty Caribbean air and reminds us of the world that’s awaiting us. With the light at the end of the tunnel getting closer and closer, this song prepares and excites us for better days.
“I want people to feel like there’s something to look forward to after all of this is over. Just because we’re here now doesn’t mean we’ll be here forever.”
Jarett – Travel
“Travel” releases just in time for the cool spring weather and sunny summer days ahead. This song belongs on your “day drinking at the beach” playlist with influences stringing from Major Lazer, Sean Paul, LMFAO, and more party rockers. This intoxicating dancehall pop blend moves and grooves anyone who listens but also holds an empathetic meaning. JARETT describes his personal love for globetrotting and the need for a solace in times like these as he describes his creative inspiration for “Travel.”
“It’s good during the summertime, but then when it’s not summer, it makes you think of summer too. This song is feeding into that wanderlust that everyone’s having for being locked down, unable to travel. Generally speaking, our movements are restricted and people really are just getting kind of crazy and wanting to split the reins and move on to the next step. I’m feeding into that and providing an escape for summer while pulling from my roots.”
While JARETT was raised in Toronto, his Caribbean roots have rewarded him countless travels to the islands immersing himself in the rich culture. JARETT dedicates his debut single to the carefree and pleasurable feelings that the tropics bring. He aims to spread this feeling across the world in times where it’s needed most.
This introduction to young singer-songwriter JARETT creates excitement for what’s to come. With two more dance-pop singles on their way this spring, JARETT will be undoubtedly lead the way for this summer’s dance music explosion while also paving the way for a distinctive untouched genre.
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