OWNER of the Metro Media Sound System, Haldain ‘Jimmy Metro’ James, is praising decades of hard work for the sound’s recent victory in the World Sound Clash in Queens, New York.

This year’s victory is the eighth by a local-based sound system in the over 10-year history of the event, but the first for Metro Media.

According to James his outfit usually backed away from clashes but broke with that tradition this year.

“Over the years Metro Media never took part in any clash of such. We play alongside many sounds but never in a clash format. We have been around for a long time and been working hard. This win brings back a new buzz,” he said.

The clash is organised by promoters Irish and Chin and this year’s event featured five other sound systems — King Addies, Mighty Crown of Japan, Renaissance, Firelinks, and Soul Supreme.

“We went to the finals with King Addies and came out victorious. This is the first time we have entered the clash and we took home the trophy. But the work has just begun as we have to maintain our high standard,” he said.

The always exciting Skyjuice and Oliver were the selectors who represented Metro Media in the World Sound Clash.