Grammy Award-winning recording artist Stephen Marley has announced the release of his new single, Hills of St Ann, arriving May 8, 2026, via Ghetto Youths International.

The single marks the first official release from an upcoming Stephen Marley-produced compilation project.

The initiative blends music and cultural storytelling, using sound to highlight Jamaica’s rich heritage, natural beauty, and global identity.

This monumental project is a full album tribute to Brand Jamaica celebrating the island’s culture, heritage, and the landscapes that have inspired generations.

Hills of St Ann is an inspiring guitar ballad underscored by powerful Nyahbinghi drum rhythms, transporting listeners straight to Nine Mile, the birthplace of reggae legend Bob Marley. The track blends intimate storytelling with deep-rooted Jamaican musical tradition, delivering both emotional depth and cultural authenticity.

Credits show Stephen Marley also on drums, bass, and Nyabinghi drums. Ranoy Gordon is on guitar, Llamar Brown on keyboards with backgrounds vocals by Sherieta Lewis

Recording and mixing are attributed to Adiambo Riley.

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