June 6, 2025, marked a sonic celebration as Canadian reggae luminary Ammoye teamed up with Surinamese – Dutch – Swiss powerhouse Samora to release their electrifying new single, “More Reggae (Funk It Up)”. Already catching fire across playlists and digital charts, the track is a bold, joyful fusion of Ska, Reggae, and Funk designed to lift spirits and move feet.
From the very first blast of horns, it’s clear this is no ordinary reggae tune. “More Reggae (Funk It Up)” is a vibrant, horn-driven anthem with a groovy bassline and an infectious call-and-response chorus that feels like sunshine bottled into sound. Drawing inspiration from legends like Toots & The Maytals and Seeed, the track embraces vintage reggae roots while injecting a fresh, dancefloor-ready energy perfect for summer 2025.
“Our version of a funky Ska vibe,” Ammoye explains, “is meant to make the listener forget their troubles for a moment and simply dance and enjoy life. The intent is to raise your vibration and frequency, bringing people from all walks of life together to have a positive, good ole reggae rocking time.”
Behind the track is a talented crew, the song is written by Samora Staudenmann and Shernette A. Evans, composed by Res Staudenmann, and produced by Ludovic Hoarau and Michael Wyss. The song was mixed by Hoarau, mastered by Oli Bösch, and released under Staudenmann with distribution through 21st Hapilos Digital Distribution. The cover art, vibrant and full of life, was created by Res Staudenmann, with photography by Prince Agyemang and Res Staudenmann.
Whether you’re a lifelong reggae fan or just in search of that perfect summer groove, “More Reggae (Funk It Up)” is a must-listen. It’s more than a song — it’s a celebration of rhythm, unity, and joy.
