Twin of Twins have always avoided being labelled comedians, explaining that they want their work to be taken seriously.

Therefore, despite having a humour-laced product, the twins have always sought to tackle at least one issue of national concern. Issues that are normally popular on the tongues of Jamaicans.

Those issues have found voice on at least 10 occasions with the Twin of Twins Stir It Up series. The series uses fictitious media characters and personalities to create skits that speak on behalf of those who have no voice. The latest CD, dubbed Stir It Up Volume 10, sees Twin Of Twins pushing the social commentary bar even further, tackling several problems endured by the Jamaican society in recent times.

According to Patrick Gaynor, one half of the duo, entertainment is also about education.

The artiste believes a section of Jamaica's population lacks social awareness, and that those in a position to be examples have done little other than contribute to the ignorance.

The twins in classic Twin of Twins style showed how mentors have brainwashed inner-city youths into thinking negatively as a means of survival.

A prime example of this is Scene 2 of the CD which is set against the background of a robbery. Fictitious characters representing Popcaan, Mavado and Round Head are the victims, while another fictitious character 'Ankle Socks' is the mastermind behind the robbery and he seeks to draw blood during the ordeal. A fearful Mavado pleads for his life and a fearless Ankle Socks replies.

"A yu send mi fi yu, yu nuh see seh a touch mi touch the road wid mi clip dem load (lyrics from Mavado's song). When mi a likkle youth mi waah be just like unno enuh bwoi, den mi come realise seh a studio unno inna and wi inna the streets like white line enuh, and a wi police a guh kill and a unno dem a guh congratulate."

The lyrics imply that the messages portrayed by some artistes are far from what they practise in reality. However, youths with little or no access to financial resources may use lyrics inciting violence as motivation to rob and kill each other.

Other important issues tackled by the twins in Stir It Up Volume 10 include the ever-present complaints of police brutality and corruption, class prejudice, unemployment, non-productive governments, crime and violence.

According to the duo, a section of the population is quite comfortable with ignorance; however, the twins are not.

"We decided to spend time edutaining and enlightening because it is needed now more than ever. We observe that a good portion of the population is comfortable with being ignorant. Some people are OK with Jamaica's situation, claiming that they are wealthy, and to us living a good standard of life is not about being rich, it is all about what you prioritise," Patrick Gaynor said.

Also featured on the CD are Foota Hype and Jade from Zip 103. All other characters are voice impersonations carried out by the duo.

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While touring several places in and around the Caribbean, dancehall artistes/comedic duo Twin of Twins are gearing up to release part 10 of the popular and controversial CD Stir It Up. Part 10 will be available to the public on April 20, 2013.

Speaking with THE STAR, Twin of Twins' Patrick Gaynor said the new Stir It Up series would unveil new characters. Such new characters include Ankle Socks, Arthritis, and 'Twin of Twin's' father Jah Mikes.

"Jah Mikes was the first voice that I imitated, so I wanted to do him the honour, hence making him a part of this CD," he said.

The launch will take place at Village Café starting 8 p.m. and will also take the shape of a stage show. Patrons will be required to pay $1,000 to get into the launch, where they will be presented with a copy of the new CD, also included in the admission cost. Recording artistes like D Angel, Mr Easy, Blak Ryno, Jahvinci, and Big Wayne are also booked to deliver performances.

Volume 10 is said to contain more controversial social commentary featuring public figures, including Jamaican recording artistes. However, Twin of Twins made sure to emphasise that the storylines are semi-fictitious.

"People can expect to be entertained as usual. We have new characters and a semi-fictitious storyline, and I want that to be remembered. We have stalwarts like Mutabaruka, Bounty killer, and Mr Adams is back, plus new characters. By giving access to the product at the launch, we have found a way to deal with the bootleggers. so the authentic fans can get access to the product first," he said.

Following the launch of Stir It Up - volume 10, fans wanting to purchase the CD can source it on iTunes and dancehallUSA.com. Distribution will be executed internationally by Zojack and in Jamaica by Kingston Night Life.

Twin of Twins are currently off the island and are expected to tour Trinidad and Tobago, Grenada, Antigua, and St Lucia in coming weeks in an attempt to take their product to the entire Caribbean community. In May of this year, they will also embark on their first local tour called the "Love and Laughter tour". This tour will see Twin of Twins travelling to several communities and parishes around the island performing at self-hosted events. they will also feature cameos from other comedians and other recording artistes.

Source: Jamaica-Star

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