Nevadans are getting ready for an unforgettable day of reggae music at the forthcoming Reggae In The Desert festival. On Saturday, May 6th, reggae lovers will converge at the Clark County Government Amphitheater in Las Vegas, to celebrate with bands from Europe, Jamaica and America.
There will be live performances by Romain Virgo, Hempress Sativa, Morgan Heritage, Eek-A-Mouse, The Wailers, and others. Patrons will also be treated to delicious Caribbean-style food, a variety of beverages, various exhibits, and Caribbean-inspired vendors. Click here to buy tickets.
The upcoming Tracks Live Sessions, which is being presented by Red Stripe, will feature the two masters of dancehall: Bounty Killer and Beenie Man. It will take place at Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records – marketplace, 67 Constant Spring Road – in Kingston, Jamaica, on Thursday, April 20th.
The lively Code Red Sound will also be in the building spinning the greatest tunes, while Talia Soares will handle the hosting duties. Starting time is 10pm, and general admission is $3,500 JMD.
The annual Mother’s Day Celebration returns to Atlanta, Georgia this Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 14 – at the Fox Theatre (660 Peachtree Street North East).
The artist line-up includes four of the biggest names in gospel music: Marvin Sapp, Shirley Caesar, Le’Andria Johnson and Charles Jenkins. It will be hosted by comedian Jonathan Slocumb, and tickets can be purchased from foxtheatre-dot-org.
Kelly Shane, daughter of acclaimed Jamaican singer-songwriter Tanya Stephens, steps out with her first single – an updated take on the soul classic Ain’t That Loving You – performed with dancehall giant Busy Signal. Kelly‘s silky sweet voice is offset by Busy‘s raspy vocals as they rock over a bouncing one drop riddim produced by Tad A. Dawkins Jnr.Ain’t That Loving You went live on all streaming platforms at the beginning of March (on the 3rd), courtesy of Tad’s Record Inc.
The audio release was accompanied by an official video, which was directed, shot and edited by Thaddeus Deluxe Studio. Filmed at various locations in Jamaica, the new visuals show Kelly Shane and Busy Signal prepping for their date-night at a lounge, where they eventually get cozy and intimate, bringing the song’s lyrics to life.
ABOUT KELLY SHANE The Jamaican music industry has birthed yet another unique talent. Hailing from the parish of St. Mary, which has consistently produced top-tier artists throughout Jamaica’s very musical history, newcomer Kelly Shane brings with her the eclectic mix of musical influences ranging from reggae, folk, and bossa nova, to hip-hop, R&B, rock and metal.
New artist but old musical soul, this singer/songwriter is no stranger to the industry. As a professionally trained beauty and special effects makeup artist, she has worked extensively on music videos, adverts, fashion shows and photo shoots. She first toured as a child with her mother (Tanya Stephens) during school vacations, and later worked as her personal assistant.
From the continent of Africa through the sounds of Fela Kuti and Steve Monite, to the Caribbean’s Beres Hammond and Bunji Garlin, and the USA’s Joni Mitchell –who Kelly hails as her biggest influence – this unassuming student of evocative expression is ready to share all she has learnt with lovers of good music across the globe.
ABOUT BUSY SIGNAL Jamaican dancehall singer Busy Signal arrived in 2005 with the hit Step Out, beginning his rise from underground artist to one of reggae’s bigger stars. Over the next decade and beyond, the singer scored hit after hit both as a guest artist (No Doubt, Major Lazer, Tiwa Savage) and with his own songs. In addition to singles and mix-tape projects, Busy Signal brought his tuneful songwriting to occasional album releases like 2012’s Reggae Music Again and 2019’s Parts of the Puzzle.
Veteran female dancehall deejay, Sister Nancy, will perform at the Superior Ingredients Lounge (Main Room) – 74 Wythe Avenue – in Brooklyn, New York on Thursday, April 20.
Presented by Mean Red Productions, in association with Largeup, the event will also feature DJ Gravy, Divine RBG, Statik Select and DJ Auntie Spice. Showtime is 10pm sharp!
Lifestyle Credit Genius presents Memorial Gospel Fest on Sunday, May 28th at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center – 151 Civic Center Way – in Royal Palm Beach, Florida.
The extensive lineup includes some very noteworthy Caribbean gospel performers: Bridget Blucher, Keesa Peart, Kukudoo, Prodigal, Petra Kaye, Second Chance, Pastor Jabez, and that is just to name a few. Click here for tickets.
On Saturday, April 29th, gospel heavy weight Yolanda Adams will headline the Middle Georgia Night Of Praise Concert at the Macon City Auditorium – 415 1st Street – in Macon, Georgia. She will be joined by Bishop William Murphy, Le’Andria Johnson and Roy & Revelation. Passes can be purchased via ticketmaster.
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