Antigua’s prime minister and Gramps Morgan release new single
PM Gaston Browne uses moniker ‘Gassy Dread’ on ‘Reparations’
Published:Tuesday | February 10, 2026 | 12:07 AM
As Reggae Month activities intensify, the music’s influence is being felt far beyond its signature sound. Rooted in resistance and social consciousness, reggae continues to serve as a vehicle for justice. Embracing that tradition, Gramps Morgan has joined forces with Gassy Dread — the recording identity of Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne — on a new single titled Reparations. The song is slated for release this Friday and confronts the enduring impact of colonialism across the Caribbean.
Morgan explained that Reparations extends beyond entertainment, noting that its release during both Reggae Month and Black History Month underscores reggae’s long-standing role in liberation movements.
“I believe it (the issue of reparations) is a conversation that must continue to be had. There have been many times people in our society have brought this conversation, and as a musician, I am just doing my part for Africans and the diaspora of the Caribbean in the Americas,” he said. “This message is not new, but I think it is important for us as artistes to bring up this conversation from time to time so that we never forget the spirit of our ancestors and what they’ve been through and the fact that they must be justly compensated.”
Morgan added that positioning the song within the 2026 Reggae Month theme is intentional, emphasising that the “Rhythms of Resilience” represent more than remembrance — they are a call for justice and equity moving forward.
“I pray that people can be re-awakened to the issue once again, especially in the Caribbean and those in America. This is a call for something long asked for, and I pray that it may gather the attention of the United Nations so we can revisit this conversation, and there’s no better time to do that than in Black History and Reggae Month,” he said. “Several of our nations have been through trauma, and we were able to heal through the passage of time, but I’m hoping that this message will reach all who had a hand in the transatlantic slave trade, countries like Spain, the Netherlands, the UK, and Portugal, so they can revisit this conversation and let it touch their hearts.”
Reflecting on the collaboration, Morgan spoke highly of Prime Minister Browne, describing him as both gifted and purpose-driven. He noted that working with the Antiguan leader was seamless and inspiring.
“It was very easy working with the Prime Minister of Antigua. I was impressed that he wanted to tackle a project like this. It just shows that everyone in the world wants justice and that there’s still good out there in this world, and there’s nothing wrong with having this conversation or touching on this topic,” he shared. “The Prime Minister of Antigua is a true visionary and great songwriter. It was a pleasure to collaborate with him, and it just shows you how much talent there is in the Caribbean.”
Reparations was co-written by Gaston Browne and Gramps Morgan, with production handled by Justin ‘Juss Buss’ Nation.