Reggae artiste Empress Eko is in an upbeat mood as she prepares for the release of her debut EP, which is titled Break Away.

The seven-track EP, produced by Donovan Collins, the younger brother of legendary Jamaican musician Ansel Collins, is slated to be released before year-end.

“This project is very special to me, we’ve put a lot hard work into it and we’re pleased with the results. All of the songs on my EP carry positive messages that I’m sure will resonate with music fans all over the world,” said Empress Eko.

The St Catherine born singjay is currently promoting a single titled Bright Again on the DC Production label. “I’m happy with the response that this single is receiving; it’s getting support from DJs in Jamaica, the US, the UK and Europe. It’s a good look for my career,” she said.

Empress Eko, given name Leisa Reid, was born and raised in St Catherine.

She made her recording debut in 2015 with the release of single titled Nobody Nuh Better Than Nobody on the DC Production label. Some of her other songs are Know Weh You Want and Pree Dem.