Soun Bwoii thanks dad during Sumfest performance

Although his set was shortened, dancehall newcomer Soun Bwoii utilised the Reggae Sumfest stage to show appreciation to his father who joined him on stage during his performance.

"My Reggae Sumfest experience was surreal, but at the same time comfortable. I felt like I displayed myself well and gave a well-rounded performance," said Soun Bwoii, who performed on Dancehall Night, July 19. Soun Bwoii performed his viral hit Pump Up which was well received, as well as his new dance single Early, and Believe, which was dedicated to his father Lamar Dixon.

"That moment with my father was like everything for me to see how much I've gone through in my life and to share that moment with my father, was an amazing bonding experience," Soun Bwoii shared. "A lot of times we don't shed light on great fathers, so to highlight my father and know that we can be an inspiration for all fathers to be great and present fathers, was the aim of performing with my father."

According to Soun Bwoii, his father has been supportive of his musical career, keeping him well-rounded and grounded.

"He always went above and beyond for me. Even though my mother played a part in my life, my father really helped push my career. He is also an amazing basketball coach," Soun Bwoii disclosed.

Early is expected to build on the momentum of Pump Up. Produced by one of the UK's leading figures in dancehall culture Toddla T, and co-released on his label Steeze Factory, Early is made for the summer. Sound Bwoii's early post has racked up more than 100,000 plays on TikTok.

" Early is a song where everyone can learn to dance and have a great time. This is a totally vibe song and being Jamaican you know we always have dance moves, and this is based on a move we call 'Early'," said Soun Bwoii.