News Americas, New York, NY, 29 August 2024: Celebrating his 69th birthday in style on August 28, veteran reggae artist Beres Hammond has released a visual for his latest single, “Let Me Help You.”
The visual, shot and edited by SAMO, enhances the soulful track with a compelling visual narrative, featuring cameos from notable figures such as Machel Montano, Sevana, D’Yani and more. Interspersed with concert footage and personal photos, the video offers a glimpse into Bere’s remarkable journey in music.
“Let Me Help You” is a re-recording of his 1988 hidden gem “Let Me Help You Smile Again” and was released on May 3rd via Harmony House / VP Records. As with the original, Beres himself produced, arranged, wrote and performed the new version. This track is a rarity in his extensive catalog, as it brings together only a handful of songs he’s re-recorded over his illustrious five-decade career.
The decision to revisit the song was prompted by a conversation about its lyrics during a phone call to his office. When Beres discovered that the original master recording was lost, he chose to remake the song, including drummer and longtime collaborator Kirk “Kirkledove” Bennett, who assembled a talented team of musicians, including legendary horn player Dean Fraser. The 2024 version of the song replaces the digital elements of the original with live instruments, giving the classic a fresh and vibrant sound.
Upon its release, “Let Me Help You” received significant attention, even earning a spot on Spotify’s New Music Friday billboards in New York’s Times Square and Toronto’s Yonge-Dundas Square—an honor that usually reserved for album releases rather than singles.
Beres announced the song during his annual Love and Harmony cruise in April, where he performed an all-white concert at sea. After that, he embarked on an extensive North American tour, visiting cities such as New York, Toronto, Miami and Los Angeles, where he delighted fans with his timeless hits and soulful performances.
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