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Jamaica’s Prime Minister Announces Seven No Movement Days To Curb COVID-19 Surge

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has announced seven no movement days in a bid to curb the latest surge in coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Jamaica.

Those days are Sunday, August 22; Monday, August 23; Tuesday, August 24; Sunday, August 29; Monday, August 30; Tuesday, August 31; and Sunday, September 5.

Tightening of the curfews, which form part of the Government’s infection prevention and control measures, are also aimed at reducing hospitalisations and deaths.

The new measures come as the virus’ more transmissible Delta variant was confirmed to be present in Jamaica.

Source: Jamaican Information Service

Bugle Shares Visuals For His Song On The “Just A One Call Riddim” (@BugleAn9ted)

At the end of April Yard A Love Records, the label owned and operated by dancehall artist Teflon, released the Just a One Call Riddim. The project features new music from several artists, including Bugle, Lutan Fyah and of course Teflon.

Earlier this week the official video for Bugle‘s track, Truth, was uploaded to his YouTube channel. Click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

John Forté Unveils New Single From Upcoming Studio Album (@john_forte)

Grammy-nominated recording artist, activist, filmmaker, and writer, John Forté has announced his new full-length album due out on October 22 via Ram Dass’ Soul Land Records. It will feature guest appearances by Rising Appalachia, Ben Taylor, Billy Woods, Fielded, Everlast, Ram Dass and more.

On August 17th John Forté unveiled the lead single “Ready on the One” alongside a video created by Brandshop. Produced by Preservation and featuring contributions from Spills, Five and Miss Brittany Reese, the track presents Forté’s impassioned delivery over a low-slung beat dotted with hand bells and sly guitar licks. “It sets us up for the narrative that takes place throughout the album,” Forté explains; and the accompanying ”Ready on the One” video gives the viewer a window into Forté’s life – from his cannabis garden in Martha’s Vineyard to his hometown of Brooklyn.

CeeLo Green & Goodie Mob Confirmed For This Year’s Waffle & Yankee Fitted Fest (@CeeLoGreen)

The annual labor day weekend Waffle & Yankee Fitted Fest will take place at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater (16801 Miramar Parkway) in Miramar, Florida on Saturday, September 4th at 4 PM (local time).

The lineup includes Goodie Mob with CeeLo Green, Grammy award winning artist Nas, three-time Grammy award winner Ludacris and hip-hop legend Fabolous. This event will take place rain or shine. Click here for tickets.

D Mack’s Biography

Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Producer, Entrepreneur, and Media Personality D’Mack tradition is rooted in the “Jackie Mittoo” influence and was mentored by the great musician for over 5 years in Toronto. The great Jackie Mittoo music extraordinaire whose contribution to Reggae music is immeasurable and notable.

Born Douglas McLeary, in Buff Bay, Portland, Jamaica, D’Mack grew up in a strict Baptist home, where he was under a firm regime of gospel music; however, his exposure to the jukebox, sound system, and radio expanded his ears and mind to different genres of music.

The transition to Canada was such a culture shock at an early age, but D’ Mack knew he had to discern his new environment to make his life blissed throughout the fridged years in Toronto.  His fascination grew stronger for music, which led him to take music lessons and learn to play the Trombone and guitar and found that he had a special kinship to the guitar at the Italian Canadian Music Center.

Growing in the business over the years, D’Mack released many singles. His first was “I’ll Always Love You,” produced by Winston Richards on the W.A.R record label, and he collaborated with Jackie Mittoo, Bull Wacky, and Sugar Minott recording “Baby Love” in New Jersey.

After withstanding, the Canadian elements for several years, he relocated to South Florida, where the sun was brighter. Since residing in Florida, D’Mack recorded with Danny Breakenridge of Upstairs Music. D’Mack was also “The Smooth One” radio Personality on 1170 WAVS radio in South Florida.

D’Mack pays momentous homage to the musical genius “Karl Pitterson,” whose arrangements are colored throughout his debut album “Odyssey,” which embodies a Reggae collection of Culture and Lovers Rock. D’Mack AKA Doug E Mack has shared the stage with the Greats, Beres Hammond, Morgan Heritage, Everton Blender, Screw Driver, to name a few.

Extending his musical abilities in the business, D’Mack decided to open his own studio in South Florida, “Rhythmax Records, “where he produced various Artists such as Glen Washington, Sasha, Terry Linen, and Jules. Additionally, the multi-faceted D’Mack is the Founder /CEO and Host of “REL” Reggae Entertainment Lifestyle TV program, a diverse syndicated show growing globally. 

D’Mack has just released a new Reggae single titled “Curfew Roadblock, “and it is anticipated that it’s going to be a summer hit, so stay tuned. 

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Micah Shemaiah Connects With Asadenaki On New Four-Track EP (@MicahShemaiah)

Authentic rub-a-dub are the first words that come to mind when describing the new EP from Jamaican artists Micah Shemaiah and Asadenaki. It’s titled Riddim Wise, which is also the name of the Canadian production duo that’s behind the project.

Riddim Wise, the EP, has a total of four tracks: two singles (Skankaz and Be Humble), with two dubs. Click here to stream and download it from your preferred music platform.

New Music From Nneka “Yahweh” (@Nnekaworld)

Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress Nneka continues to release new music. The latest is a soothing single titled Yahweh. It was shared last week, on August 13, via Nneka‘s own label which is under exclusive license to Bushqueen Music.

Click here or on the image above to stream and download the song from your preferred music platform.