{"id":2388,"date":"2025-04-04T21:25:54","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T01:25:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/?p=2388"},"modified":"2025-05-31T02:19:31","modified_gmt":"2025-05-31T06:19:31","slug":"jacky-and-ben-j-ambassadors-of-french-reggae-hip-hop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.magazinehiphop.com\/en\/jacky-et-ben-j-les-ambassadeurs-du-reggae-hip-hop-francais\/","title":{"rendered":"Jacky and Ben-J: Ambassadors of French Reggae\/Hip-Hop"},"content":{"rendered":"

The famous French reggae and hip-hop duo, Black Chestnuts<\/a><\/strong>, formed from Jacky<\/strong><\/a> and Ben-J<\/a>,<\/strong> returns with their new title Un peu de temps<\/em>, a work that embodies their unique musical identity and their artistic commitment. Un peu de temps<\/em>, is part of the continuity of their rich career which crosses the genres of reggae, rap and dancehall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Registered in Mirador studio<\/strong> in Ivry-sur-Seine by Crisus Miller<\/strong>, Un peu de temps<\/em> benefits from a mix produced by Blaise Keys<\/strong> and Mounir Maarouf<\/strong>, as well as a signed mastering Jeremy<\/strong> at Villa Mastering. This technical team guarantees impeccable sound quality, true to their reputation. Distribution is handled by Evidence Music<\/strong>, strengthening their presence on the international music scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jacky<\/strong> and Ben-J<\/strong> have been iconic figures since their formation in 1995. Originally from Garges-l\u00e8s-Gonesse, they have made musical history with albums such as Rue Case N\u00e8gres<\/em> (1997), Le Bilan<\/em> (2000) and H\u00e9ritage<\/em> (2003). Their style skillfully blends rap and reggae, reflecting their multicultural roots and their belonging to the collective Secteur \u00c4<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

True to their commitment to positive, assertive and inspiring messages, they continue to move heads and hips, which has a positive effect on morale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The duo has made history in French hip-hop and reggae with several memorable music videos, including their iconic track Le Bilan<\/em><\/strong>, released in 2000. This piece, set to the legendary Truth & Rights Riddim<\/strong>, is an introspection on their journey, mixing nostalgia and humor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The clip, where Jacky<\/strong> and Ben-J<\/strong> appear in disguise as old people in a fictional TV show, adding a touch of lightness to this committed classic. Certified platinum in 2023, Le Bilan<\/em> remains a reference in French-speaking reggae, appreciated for its rich lyrics and musical authenticity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To listen to the song in your car or with friends, Un peu de temps<\/em> is available for streaming and download via bfan<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We leave you with a video made by our colleagues from the media Konbini<\/a><\/strong>, you will make some great discoveries there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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