Duane Stephenson s debut album; August Town from 2007 was heralded as one of the year s best. His affiliation with singer Tarrus Riley and subsequent 2008 tour showcased Duane s talents for appreciative fans around the globe. On stage as on record, Duane s abilities and developed musical taste go beyond his years. His musical apprenticeship with producer Dean Fraser has provided a platform for this unique and compelling solo artist. Duane is a musician s musician; with strong songwriting skills and a distinctive voice. The new album, Black Gold brings together the same production team and many of the musicians from his debut. Black Gold is political, mournful and real, expanding the boundaries of contemporary roots reggae. The new album features appearances by Queen Ifrica, Ras Shiloh and Gramps Morgan on the first single Rescue Me .