Rebelution vocalist/guitarist Eric Rachmany and renowned producer, DJ, and … Read Full Bio ↴Rebelution vocalist/guitarist Eric Rachmany and renowned producer, DJ, and remixer Amp Live (formerly of Zion I) may possess different backgrounds, but they both travel the same creative road. Now, their paths—along with a myriad of musical genres riding shotgun—intersect in Unified Highway. The duo’s self-titled debut [Audible Collision / Strange Focus Records] explores this intersection via a fascinating fusion of reggae, electronic, hip-hop, alternative, and soul siphoned into unforgettable songs.
“It was simple,” says Eric. “Our goal was to get together and make good music that didn’t sound like anything else.”
“It was natural because the feeling, vibe, and friendship were already there,” adds Amp Live. “When you start out like that, everything else falls into place.”
Since 2009, the duo have shared the stage on multiple tours together, and their collaboration traces back to sound checks and late night jams after shows. However, during late summer 2014, Eric invited the Los Angeles-based Amp Live to his San Francisco home in order to formally record together. For the first time, the musicians found themselves in a studio environment with no distractions and a singular focus. That initial session sparked more in Northern California as well as in Santa Barbra and Los Angeles as the album’s 13 tracks solidified over the next year.
“Even after all these years, this was the first chance for us to sit down and create,” explains Amp Live. “That made a big difference. All of the boundaries opened up. I caught the feeling from Eric’s melodies and ran with it.”
“I’m more of a musician and less of a producer,” continues Eric. “I’m a huge fan of everything Amp Live does. His beats are wholly unique, and the way he produced these songs really stood out. We struck a very cool chemistry.”
This union proved so magnetic that it attracted a myriad of collaborators and friends. The first single “Stand Proud” boasts a striking hook from Shana Halligan and thought-provoking verses courtesy of New Kingston’s Tahir Panton and dancehall up-and-comer Keznamdi. Fueled by resounding percussion and horns, its lithe reggae bounce gives way to Eric’s powerful delivery and lyrics.
“As far as the subject matter goes, there’s a lot of injustice in the world,” he sighs. “Social media is so readily accessible that you can see injustice every day that much easier. I wanted to point out the corruption of the prison system in the U.S. It’s something you hear a lot about, but there’s no better way to educate than through music.”
Elsewhere, “Rainy Day In Autumn” struts along on a danceable synth, percussive handclaps, a sing-able guitar solo, and one of Eric’s most spirited choruses.
“It’s meant to make your head bob and get you dancing,” the vocalist grins. “When we were recording, it rained the entire time. It’s hard to believe because of the drought in California, but it was actually a ‘Rainy Day In Autumn.’ We had a groove blasting inside, and it was super inspiring to write.”
The boys also re-interpreted R.E.M.’s classic “Losing My Religion” from a fresh perspective.
“That’s one of my favorite R.E.M. songs,” remarks Amp Live. “I always wanted to remake it. I tried for years, but it never happened. I just thought Eric would sound dope on it. I was glad he was down. Now, ‘Losing My Religion’ adds a different vibe to the record.”
Eric and Amp Live certainly aren’t strangers to “different vibes.” Rebelution ushered reggae into the 21st century with an alternative vision that’s led to chart-topping albums such as 2014’s Count Me In (which bowed at #14 on the Billboard Top 200), countless sold out shows, and festival appearances everywhere from Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo to Glastonbury, Hangout Music Festival, Outside Lands, and more. Along with touring as a solo artist himself, Amp Live has lent his talents not only to producing for Bassnectar, Big Gigantic, Goapele, The Grouch & Eligh, and the hip hop group Zion I, but also to doing official remixes for the likes of Radiohead, MGMT, Linkin Park, Beats Antique and many more.
Now, they’re sharing this new road together in Unified Highway.
“We’re two separate cars, but we’re going the same direction,” Amp Live leaves off. “We come from opposite worlds, but this highway—the music—brings us together. Hopefully, it makes everyone feel the way we do.”
“It’s all about that feeling,” Eric concurs. “I hope our music can inspire, motivate, and spread some positivity. This is a brand new project. People don’t know what to expect, and we’re excited to show them something they haven’t heard.
“It was simple,” says Eric. “Our goal was to get together and make good music that didn’t sound like anything else.”
“It was natural because the feeling, vibe, and friendship were already there,” adds Amp Live. “When you start out like that, everything else falls into place.”
Since 2009, the duo have shared the stage on multiple tours together, and their collaboration traces back to sound checks and late night jams after shows. However, during late summer 2014, Eric invited the Los Angeles-based Amp Live to his San Francisco home in order to formally record together. For the first time, the musicians found themselves in a studio environment with no distractions and a singular focus. That initial session sparked more in Northern California as well as in Santa Barbra and Los Angeles as the album’s 13 tracks solidified over the next year.
“Even after all these years, this was the first chance for us to sit down and create,” explains Amp Live. “That made a big difference. All of the boundaries opened up. I caught the feeling from Eric’s melodies and ran with it.”
“I’m more of a musician and less of a producer,” continues Eric. “I’m a huge fan of everything Amp Live does. His beats are wholly unique, and the way he produced these songs really stood out. We struck a very cool chemistry.”
This union proved so magnetic that it attracted a myriad of collaborators and friends. The first single “Stand Proud” boasts a striking hook from Shana Halligan and thought-provoking verses courtesy of New Kingston’s Tahir Panton and dancehall up-and-comer Keznamdi. Fueled by resounding percussion and horns, its lithe reggae bounce gives way to Eric’s powerful delivery and lyrics.
“As far as the subject matter goes, there’s a lot of injustice in the world,” he sighs. “Social media is so readily accessible that you can see injustice every day that much easier. I wanted to point out the corruption of the prison system in the U.S. It’s something you hear a lot about, but there’s no better way to educate than through music.”
Elsewhere, “Rainy Day In Autumn” struts along on a danceable synth, percussive handclaps, a sing-able guitar solo, and one of Eric’s most spirited choruses.
“It’s meant to make your head bob and get you dancing,” the vocalist grins. “When we were recording, it rained the entire time. It’s hard to believe because of the drought in California, but it was actually a ‘Rainy Day In Autumn.’ We had a groove blasting inside, and it was super inspiring to write.”
The boys also re-interpreted R.E.M.’s classic “Losing My Religion” from a fresh perspective.
“That’s one of my favorite R.E.M. songs,” remarks Amp Live. “I always wanted to remake it. I tried for years, but it never happened. I just thought Eric would sound dope on it. I was glad he was down. Now, ‘Losing My Religion’ adds a different vibe to the record.”
Eric and Amp Live certainly aren’t strangers to “different vibes.” Rebelution ushered reggae into the 21st century with an alternative vision that’s led to chart-topping albums such as 2014’s Count Me In (which bowed at #14 on the Billboard Top 200), countless sold out shows, and festival appearances everywhere from Lollapalooza and Bonnaroo to Glastonbury, Hangout Music Festival, Outside Lands, and more. Along with touring as a solo artist himself, Amp Live has lent his talents not only to producing for Bassnectar, Big Gigantic, Goapele, The Grouch & Eligh, and the hip hop group Zion I, but also to doing official remixes for the likes of Radiohead, MGMT, Linkin Park, Beats Antique and many more.
Now, they’re sharing this new road together in Unified Highway.
“We’re two separate cars, but we’re going the same direction,” Amp Live leaves off. “We come from opposite worlds, but this highway—the music—brings us together. Hopefully, it makes everyone feel the way we do.”
“It’s all about that feeling,” Eric concurs. “I hope our music can inspire, motivate, and spread some positivity. This is a brand new project. People don’t know what to expect, and we’re excited to show them something they haven’t heard.
My Only
Unified Highway Lyrics
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Trying to find your way back home
You and I tonight alone
Trying to make it work
You just come on over
Let me do the work
And I'm beside you yea I'm beside
You relax your body and your mind
Let me do my thing
Yea I want you singing
Focusing within
I got a thing for you
Still got a thing for you
And I don't have to tell you this
You already know baby
You are my one and only
You are my one and only
You are my only
You are my one and only
You are my only
You are my only
You are my only
Yah yah
Yow yow gal
Girl you are my one and one and only
Never gonna never gonna ever gonna never gonna leave you lonely
First of all nothing no phoney
Girl whenever you need me just text my phone
The reason me love you so much is
Because me know you not going to put nobody before me
Baby don't worry because you know all your worries are gone
You are the reason I am writing the lyrics and singing this song
This love is compatible love is unstoppable feelings is strong
Never do you no wrong it's like magic when we get it on
Me nuh have to say this because she already know that
She is the only one that have the keys to my heart and
The combination for the lock
Put her up a front nah left her round a back
Deh deh from the start now she at the top
Yah real to the thing real to the thing
She nah go change and she nah go act
Yes I try to be there when you need me
Hoping that you'll greet me
Reach you when you come for me
I don't have to tell you this
You already know baby you are my one and only
You are my one and only
You are my one and only
You are my only
You are my one and only
You are my only
You are my only
You are my only
You and I tonight alone
Trying to make it work
You just come on over
Let me do the work
And I'm beside you yea I'm beside
You relax your body and your mind
Let me do my thing
Focusing within
I got a thing for you
Still got a thing for you
And I don't have to tell you this
You already know baby
You are my one and only
You are my one and only
You are my only
You are my one and only
You are my only
You are my only
You are my only
Yah yah
Yow yow gal
Girl you are my one and one and only
Never gonna never gonna ever gonna never gonna leave you lonely
First of all nothing no phoney
Girl whenever you need me just text my phone
The reason me love you so much is
Because me know you not going to put nobody before me
Baby don't worry because you know all your worries are gone
You are the reason I am writing the lyrics and singing this song
This love is compatible love is unstoppable feelings is strong
Never do you no wrong it's like magic when we get it on
Me nuh have to say this because she already know that
She is the only one that have the keys to my heart and
The combination for the lock
Put her up a front nah left her round a back
Deh deh from the start now she at the top
Yah real to the thing real to the thing
She nah go change and she nah go act
Yes I try to be there when you need me
Hoping that you'll greet me
Reach you when you come for me
I don't have to tell you this
You already know baby you are my one and only
You are my one and only
You are my one and only
You are my only
You are my one and only
You are my only
You are my only
You are my only
The song "My Only" by Unified Highway talks about a simple message of unconditional love and loyalty. In the chorus, the singer is deeply reaffirming his love for his partner, admitting that she does not have to be told that he loves her because she already knows that she is "my one and only." The song speaks about an unbreakable bond between two individuals who have shared intimate moments, and the singer expresses his willingness to dedicate himself to his lover's needs and desires.
The song's melody is smooth, suitable for lovers or those in love, with a reggae tone that creates a relaxed atmosphere. The lyrics speak about how he wants to do everything for his lover, including taking away all of her worries, emphasizing how loyal he is to her. The artist's vibe is focused on the relationship, not just lust or personal needs, which gives it a unique, gentle feel.
In conclusion, "My Only" is a love song that reiterates the singer's devotion and affection to his lover, signaling their unbreakable bond, thus creating positive vibes for anyone who listens to it.
Writer(s): Reanno Devon Gordon, Anthony W Anderson, Eric Rachmany
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@mn4905
busy signal section lyrics
yahyow yow gyal hot head hey
girl your my one and one and only
never gone never gone ever gone ever gone ever gone leave yuh lonely
first thing ntn nuh phoney when eva you ready gyal text me phoney
the reason me love you so much a because me know you nah go put no body before me
bbbusy baby dont worry cause all your worriess are gone
you are the reason im writing this lyrics and singing this song
love is compatible love is unstoppable feelings is strong
never do you nuh wrong its like magic when we get it on
me nah fi seh this cause she already know dat'
she a the only one wah have the keys to me hart and
the combination to the lock
put har up a front nah lef har round a back
deh deh from the start now she rise to the top
real to the thing real to the thing
she nah go change and she nah go flap
bbbusy.
@angel3y3zz
can't stop listening to this song<3 the lyrics... the beat....everything's perfect.... love busy signal<3
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Shyann J .
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Shyann J
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Shyann J 😇
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Shyann J mebee
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Who's still listening to Busy in 2019🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@younggrandpadwarf9
Damn! Eric came through with some fine island beauties!
@DomBrownaguynamedDOM
Got hyped when I heard this for the first time to realize that the lead singer in Unified Highway is Eric from Rebelution 😎👍
@darksiniter
BIG UP FROM MAURITIUS !!!!!! <3 <3 THats how we do it !!!!