Since dropping the hard-hitting “Ghetto People Song” 30 years ago that made him a household name, veteran singer Everton Blender’s career is about to take flight again with his latest project, “Can’t Take my Space,” a new album that is scheduled for release later this month.
Blender, 68, told Caribbean Life on Monday that the 14-song disc is his first studio album since his last album in 2011, titled “Higher Heights Revolution”. The title track, produced by Molando Dale for Ochi City Records, was released in 2021.
“To be fair, all the tracks are very special to me,” Blender said. “I can’t leave out anyone. It’s like asking which one of all my children is my favorite. I love them all.
“I put my heart in all my songs,” he added. “Every single track resonates and speaks to you depending on the situation. I’d like to bless all the musicians who played a part on this album but please buy the album to see all the credits.”
Blender said that “Can’t Take My Space” was recorded in various studios, including Open Doors Recording Studio, Galaxy Backyard Studio and Train Line Record Studio.
“I have to also give a special thanks to Dean Frazer for the world he put in,” said Blender, disclosing that “Can’t Take My Space” bears the seal of his Blend Dem Music label.
“It was first released on Sept. 3, 2021 after which we started working on the album,” he added.
He said the second track, “Going Down” was produced by Jason Bromfield of Open Doors Records. That track was released on Nov. 09, 2021.
“Slavery Ship” was produced by Blender on the Blendem, Inc. Promotion and was released on Aug.30, 2023, while “Money”, which is a rendition of Leroy Smart “Without Love” Melody was released on March, 19, 2024.
“Day”, a lovers-rock song, was released on Aug. 10, 2024.
“I’ve done three albums prior this one and have been recording singles here and there,” Blender said. “I wont (would not) lie, sometimes I feel a bit discouraged, recording, promoting new music and performing.
“The fans aren’t hearing the songs because the narrative isn’t what’s trending,” he added. “But, thanks to social media, after reading comments online that my fans left over the years, it shows me I’m still needed – and not just needed but appreciated for the works and the message in my music.
“It is still potent to this day,” Blender continued.
