Romain Virgo to release fourth studio album “The Gentle Man” on March 1

Jamaican reggae star Romain Virgo is gearing up to unveil his highly anticipated fourth studio album, “The Gentle Man,” on March 1st. This twelve-track masterpiece will be available both digitally and on CD via VP Records.

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“The Gentle Man” represents Virgo’s most introspective and heartfelt body of work to date.

Across twelve tracks, the singer delves deep into themes of identity, relationships, and personal growth, offering candid reflections and thought-provoking insights. He challenges traditional notions of masculinity in Caribbean culture while exploring the complexities of ‘Afromantic’ relationships, all the while infusing his signature reggae sound with contemporary influences.

Reflecting on the album, Virgo shared, “I kept some important questions in mind while working on this album. Who am I to my fans? To those close to me? To myself? With this project, I present my full, authentic self. This is who I am.”

Virgo collaborates with notable artists throughout the album, including dancehall phenom Masicka on the opener “Been There Before” and Nigerian reggae-fusionist Patoranking on the heartfelt tribute to single mothers titled “I Believe.” The album concludes with dynamic features from Jamaican talents Jesse Royal on “Bridges” and Capleton on “You Must Pay.”

“The Gentle Man” boasts a stellar lineup of producers, including Donovan ‘Don Corleon’ Bennett, Oliver ‘Cadenza’ Rodigan, and Phillip ‘Winta’ James, among others. These collaborations result in a rich and diverse sonic tapestry that seamlessly blends roots reggae, lover’s rock, Afrobeats, and more.

Leading up to the album release, Virgo has treated fans to four singles: “Good Woman,” “Driver,” “Switch You On,” and the latest release, “Been There Before.”

International tour for Romain Virgo

In support of his new album, Romain Virgo will embark on a tour, with performances scheduled in Jamaica in February, throughout the North-East and South of the United States in March, at various festivals across the Caribbean in April, and in Europe from June to August, including a performance at Summerjam in Germany in July.

“The Gentle Man” will be available on all major streaming platforms and on CD starting March 1st.

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Read: Romain Virgo & Masicka to share first collab “Been There Before”

TRACKLIST

1. Been There Before (feat. Masicka)
   Produced by Romeich Major, Rayon ‘Slyda’ Ricardo Curate, and Nicholas ‘Niko’ Browne
2. Switch You On
   Produced by Donovan ‘Doncorleon’ Bennett
3. Good Woman
   Produced by Nicholas ‘Niko’ Browne, DJ Densen x .MLND for Lifeline Music
4. I Believe (feat. Patoranking and Silly Walks Discotheque)
   Produced by Oliver Schrader, Joscha Hoffman, and Nicholas ‘Niko’ Browne
5. Want You Now
   Produced by Maurice ‘Seani B’ Delauney
6. Red Dress
   Produced by Rayon ‘Slyda’ Ricardo Curate, Romeich Major, and Nicholas ‘Niko’ Browne
7. Driver
   Produced by Donovan ‘Don Corleon’ Bennett
8. No Curfew
   Produced by Andre Stefan Hall and Nicholas ‘Niko’ Browne
9. Take It Or Leave It
   Produced by Sean Alaric Ricketts
10. Just Like That
    Produced by Phillip ‘Winta’ James
11. Bridges (feat. Jesse Royal)
    Produced by Phillip ‘Winta’ James and Oliver ‘Cadenza’ Rodigan
12. You Must Pay (feat. Capleton)
    Produced by Dayan ‘Pete’ Foster and Nicholas ‘Niko’ Browne