Anslom has revealed that he is currently working on two new albums following a relatively quiet year in music.
Speaking during an interview with PNG HAUSBUNG, the famously known reggae artist shared insight into both projects, including an international reggae album and a second album focused on PNG sounds and local audiences.
According to Anslom, the first project is a full reggae album, with its first single expected to be released in June this year.
He confirmed that recording for the album has already been completed and is currently in the mixing stage before heading to Australia for mastering.
“It is completed now. It is currently under mixing and Toxic Mahn is taking it down for mastering in Australia,” he said.
Anslom explained that once mastering is completed, work will begin on music videos and promotional preparations ahead of a planned tour.
The artist also revealed plans for a second album aimed more toward the PNG market, drawing influence from traditional local sounds.
“After the tour of the first album, definitely we will be working on the local album for the PNG market because our PNG music is big around the Pacific.”
He said the upcoming local project will blend his classic sound with traditional “One Beat” influences from areas such as Goilala and Tari.
“I am getting my guitar and writing songs influenced by Goilala and Tari. I love One Beat music.”
The reggae artist said the project will also see him reconnect with elements of his earlier musical style.
“The album will be going back to my old style. But not too much of Tolai style which my music was before.”
He also acknowledged newer PNG artists helping popularize the One Beat sound, including Ragga Sia and Tarvin Toune, while praising veteran artist K-Dumen.
“I am a big fan of Ragga Sia and Tarvin Toune, but also the legend K-Dumen, as they perfected that style of music.”
The singer further hinted at collaborations with several well-known PNG artists on the upcoming reggae album including O-Four, Justin Wellington, and Jokema.
Meanwhile, he stated that work on the local album is still developing.
“Once I get into the studio, then I will have a direction on how the local album will go,” he concluded.
