A Decade of Creative Chemistry: Sponge Music & Alkaline Trend — Producer Says Forthcoming Album Will Be “the Baddest in Dancehall”

More than a decade into one of dancehall’s most enduring producer–artiste alliances, Sponge Music and Alkaline are once again proving that creative chemistry only sharpens with time. Their latest release, No Emotions, has landed with impact, rapidly crossing the half-million mark on YouTube and surging to No.2 on Jamaica’s YouTube Music chart, reigniting conversations around their musical legacy and what may be brewing on Alkaline’s long-awaited upcoming album.

Released just days ago, No Emotions is produced by Charles Williston, professionally known as Sponge Music, alongside Autobamb Records. The track leans into mood, restraint and introspection rather than spectacle, a choice that has clearly resonated with listeners. The accompanying visual has already amassed over 502,000 views and continues to gain momentum, positioning the single as one of the early dancehall standouts of 2026. Speaking on the response, Sponge shared that he is “pleased with the reception and the positive feedback from the public,” signalling confidence in the record’s growing reach.

Meanwhile, the release has also renewed focus on Sponge and Alkaline’s decade-long working relationship, which has produced fan-favourite records including No Wife, Nah Lef Eh Game, Real Dawgs, Earn Your Way, If Dem Eva, Bareback, Nuh Average and Heart Scar. In an interview with Prism Marketing Consultants, Sponge praised the Vendetta boss’s dedication to his craft, describing him as “a yute weh love him craft, he is a genius,” while noting that collaborating with Alkaline consistently pushes him to elevate his own production standards.

Beyond music, Sponge also reflected on the personal support he received from the artiste during a difficult period in her life, crediting him as one of those who helped to elevate her career when it mattered most. When pressed about her involvement in Alkaline’s forthcoming album, he remained tight-lipped but offered a tantalising tease: “I am not able to speak on it presently, but I can tell you it’s going to be the baddest album in dancehall.” If No Emotions is any indication, fans may be witnessing just the opening chapter of a much bigger moment.