Yaksta Releases Sophomore Album The Microphone Saved Me

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaican reggae recording artiste Yaksta (Kemaul Martin) returns with his most compelling body of work to date, releasing his sophomore album, The Microphone Saved Me, available worldwide today on all major streaming and digital platforms.

Known to fans as "The Bush Lawd," Yaksta has earned a reputation as one of Jamaica's most authentic and thought-provoking voices. Unwavering in his convictions and fearless in his storytelling, he continues his mission to awaken minds through music rooted in culture, spirituality, and truth.

Across 15 tracks, The Microphone Saved Me explores themes of revolution, evolution, gratitude, accountability, and love. The project reflects Yaksta's continued artistic growth and embraces conversations about unity within Rastafari, self-discovery, resilience, and purpose. Moving effortlessly among cultural commentary, spiritual reflection, personal testimony, and lighthearted moments, the album showcases the full range of Yaksta's artistry.

The album is anchored by the powerful singles "Roar" and "The Return," two unapologetic tracks that have already sparked conversation among reggae fans and reaffirm Yaksta's standing among the genre's most compelling contemporary voices.

Additional standout tracks include "Order," a call for Rastafari unity; "Thankful" featuring Dre Tegs; "It's Okay"; "Through It All"; "Jah Live"; "For Sale" featuring Silk Boss; "Life" featuring The Gideon; "Splinters in My Heart" featuring Troyton Music; and "Next To Me." Together, these songs form a rich musical journey through struggle, perseverance, growth, accountability, romance, faith, and redemption.

While the album delivers undeniable energy and lyrical fire, its deeper purpose is its message. The Microphone Saved Me is ultimately a testimony to transformation and survival, and a reflection on how music became both a refuge and a vehicle for truth, healing, and self-expression.

"This presents a journey of divine consciousness as a man," says Yaksta. "Every song comes from a real place. This is more than music; it’s a call to remain conscious in a world full of distractions, to stand firm in truth when compromise is celebrated, and to remember that growth, accountability, and purpose are still revolutionary. That's the mission and the message."

The Microphone Saved Me is now available on all major digital streaming platforms.