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CL Smooth Headlines Free Concert In New York Tonight

Sonya’s Seeds Foundation will be hosting a free concert at Club Infinity tonight starting at 8pm local time. The venue is located at 404 Irvington Street in Pleasantville, New York.

In addition to free entrance, everyone in attendance will have free parking and will be treated to a free buffet. Most importantly, veteran hip-hop artist CL Smooth will be performing live.

De La Soul, Talib Kweli & Dres Of Black Sheep Will Be In Denver Tonight (@WeAreDeLaSoul)

Tonight starting at 10pm (local time) De La Soul, Talib Kweli and Dres of Black Sheep will be live at the Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom – located at 2637 Welton Street – in Denver, Colorado.

The show is scheduled to run until 3:30am on new year’s day. Click here for tickets.

Ring In The New Year With Christopher Martin, Leroy Sibbles & Others Starting At 10PM Tonight

The RJR Communication Group will be counting down to 2022 starting at 10pm tonight. As such, they have invited several guest artists to keep you entertained while the clock winds down. Confirmed performers include: Christopher Martin, Leroy Sibbles, Jah Vinci, Rondell Positive and others; with backing band Ibo & The Elements.

Additional music will be provided by DJ Xavier, while Neville and Sanique will take care of hosting duties. The show will stream live on TVJ, 1 Spot Media, RE TV and Radio Jamaica.

Hezron Responds To The Positive Feedback “Plant A Seed” Is Getting (@iamhezron)

As his single on The Train Is Coming Riddim continues to resonate with reggae lovers all over the world; Hezron says it was inspired by his life experiences, which is all about overcoming challenges, doubts, negativity and everything associated with being defeated.

The song – titled Plant A Seed – was officially released in early September via Upstairs Music as a feature on the aforementioned reggae compilation. And although music industry insiders initially responded favorably to it, leading up to the holidays it has gotten more and more attention, so much so that it is now in heavy rotation.

When asked what he would like listeners to take away from the song, Hezron said the following: “There is an old Jamaica saying that states “Man no dead no call him duppy”. So this is what I want my listeners to take away from it. Never give up despite what people say. Stand firm and stay true to your mission or purpose. Seven times fall but Eight times rise because the more the fight or struggle is the stronger you get. They thought they buried you but they only planted a seed.”

The Train Is Coming Riddim – which is now available on all streaming platforms – also has music performed by Wayne Armond, Screwdriver, Ken Boothe, Kristine Alicia, Dwight Pinkney, AJ Brown, 2 Of A Kind, Glen Washington, Bagga Case, Marcia Ball, Skatta, Kehv, Dheapblu and Yishka.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “THE TRAIN IS COMING RIDDIM”

Slick Rick’s Annual Birthday Celebration Set For Jan. 7th In Brooklyn (@therulernyc)

On Friday, January 7th, the ruler – Slick Rick – will have his annual birthday celebration at the popular live music venue Brooklyn Bowl. It’s located at 61 Wythe Avenue in Brooklyn New York. Showtime is 8:30pm but the doors will open at 6pm. Click here for tickets and additional information.

Marsha Ambrosius Announces Upcoming Album With Dr. Dre (@MarshaAmbrosius)

Marsha Ambrosius, the English singer and songwriter who started her musical career as a member of Floetry, has announced that she recently wrapped up recording a new album with hip-hop producer and business man Dr. Dre.

The British artist, who published her debut solo album Late Nights & Early Mornings in March 2011, did not give an official release date for the new record. She did however, give the title: Casablanco.

Nasir Jones Is Now A Magician (@Nas)

After partnering with producer Hit-Boy for back to back albums: King’s Disease and King’s Disease II, Nas is now going in for the third time. On December 24th, he dropped Magic; another collaborative album done with Hit-Boy.

Magic has nine tracks and two features: A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier. Like the other two projects it is also on the Mass Appeal record label, an imprint that is owned by Nas. Click here to stream and download it from your preferred music platform.