Guitar legend Ernie Ranglin and famed saxophonist Dean Fraser have collaborated on an instrumental album titled Two Colors. The twelve-track project, which was produced by Dean Fraser and Tad ‘Jr. Tads’ Dawkins, will be released on May 27th by Tad’s International Record – the Jamaica music label that’s committed to delivering the ultimate reggae experience.
Two Colors‘ lead single, De Ranglin, went live on all digital streaming platforms on April 22nd. The pulsing reggae-dub track was complimented by the very distinguished vocals of the one and only Big Youth, another legend in his own right.
The combination of Ernie Ranglin and Dean Fraser is special for many reasons; the most noteworthy being that they have both worked with some of the greatest reggae artists and producers that’s ever lived; this includes reggae giants Bob Marley and Jimmy Cliff.
Ever since the word got out that Ernie and Dean will be publishing a record together the news begun to reverberate throughout the industry. Needless to say this album is now on many peoples ‘highly anticipated list’; and it went up higher after the first single – De Ranglin – came out.
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Krush Groove Returns With Ice Cube, Method Man, T.I. & Others…
93.5 KDAY, the Cali station that’s all about old school hip-hop, will be bringing back the annual Krush Groove concert. Like most other events it was interrupted by the pandemic. The return date is Saturday, April 30 at the Crypto dot com Arena – 1111 S. Figueroa – in Los Angeles.
The lineup includes Ice Cube, T.I. Method Man, Redman, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, DJ Quik, Suga Free, Paul Wall, Slim Thug and some unannounced surprise guests. Get tickets here.
Mýa Will Be At The Canyon Montclair In May (@MYAPLANET9)
Popular live music venue, The Canyon Montclair – 5060 North Montclair Plaza Lane – in Montclair, California, will host Mýa on Friday, May 27th. Doors will open at 6pm but the show will not begin until 8pm. Tickets, which start at $28 USD, are available via axs.
Join Keyshia Cole For Mother’s Day (@KeyshiaCole)
On Sunday May 8th, R&B artist Keyshia Cole will perform at The Novo – 800 W Olympic Blvd – in Los Angeles, California. This Mother’s Day show will also feature soul and R&B singer-songwriters Goapele and Jon B. It is being presented by Goldenvoice.
This is an all ages event that’s scheduled to begin at 7pm local time. Click here to purchase tickets. The organizers would like members of the public to know that even though there are currently no COVID-19 mandates applicable to the show, the protocols are subject to change.
TVJ’s Higher Praise Gospel Concert Will Be At Emancipation Park This Sunday
Now that the government of Jamaica has suspended all covid-19 restrictions, live in-person events are back in full swing.
That said, this Sunday – May 1 – the popular Higher Praise Gospel Concert that was held virtually throughout the pandemic, will be at Emancipation Park in Kingston.
The free show will feature Rhoda Isabella, Jermaine Edwards, Rian Davis, Carey Sayles and Laud Dance Ministry. Showtime is 4:30pm.
Persons unable to attend in person can still watch the entire concert via TVJ’s YouTube channel and on zoom.
Mike Epps, MJB & New Edition Are The Headliners For The 2022 Soul Beach Music Festival
The 20th anniversary of the Soul Beach Music Festival takes place Memorial Day Weekend, 2022 on the gorgeous island of Aruba. Patrons will laugh along with Mike Epps, the headliner for Friday; sing with Mary J. Blige, the headliner for Saturday and dance to songs from New Edition, Sunday’s headliner.
The main acts will be supported by Ari Lennox (Sunday), Kevin Ross (Saturday) and Chase Anthony (Friday). Hosting duties will be split between Chris Spencer and Doug E. Fresh. Additional information is available on the event’s official website.
Warrior King & Lutan Fyah Confirmed for “Rastafari Solidarity 2022” (@Warriorking9)
On Sunday, May 1st, the 2022 Rastafari Solidarity Football Celebration will be held at the UDC Football Field in Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica, from 11am until…
Match time, which is 2pm, will see Rastafari Root House going up against I-Ritikal Kush. In addition to the game there will also be live performances by Warrior King, Lutan Fyah, Sativa, Okonko, Karbon, I-Yah Gift and many more.
The organizers are inviting everyone to come out enjoy this free event.






