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Disc jockey and producer Jason ‘DJ Mac’ McDowell is enjoying a strong run with his WYFL (Weh Yuh Feel Like) Riddim.
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5 Questions With DJ Mac

Fresh off the success of his WYFL (Weh Yuh Feel Like) Riddim, which has already spawned more than 40 features in just three months, disc jockey and producer Jason ‘DJ Mac’ McDowell is enjoying a big moment in dancehall. Produced by DJ Mac and CrashDummy the WYFL Riddim was released last November and has been hailed for bringing fresh, fun energy back into dancehall.

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