On Friday, August 22, Nyam Cash and IZM Entertainment will join forces with Bling Dawg to present his birthday show and dance. The event will take place at Heroes Lounge, located at 3094 N Stemmons Freeway in Dallas, Texas.
Mr. Lexx, DJ Splackavelli, DJ Romie, DJ Brian, and DJ Queen Agnes will all be present for the celebration. It will start at 9 p.m. and continue until 3 a.m. the following morning.
The beloved Jamaica Ole Time Fair is back and bigger than ever, bringing vibrant island culture, music, and community spirit to South Florida. This free, family-friendly celebration will take place on Saturday, August 2nd, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater, located at 16801 Miramar Parkway, FL 33027.
The event honors Jamaica’s Independence and Emancipation, showcasing the richness of Jamaican heritage through live performances, traditional cuisine, and cultural exhibitions.
This year’s lineup will bring the rhythm of the island to life. It features Tanto Metro & Devonte, Freddie McGregor, Chino McGregor, Warrior Love Band, Jay EDGE, Patrick Roach, and Ernie Smith.
The festival offers something for everyone. There will be a vibrant Coronation Farmers Market with authentic Jamaican goods; Cultural Showcase highlighting traditional art, dance, and storytelling; and a fun-filled Kids Zone with activities for the entire family.
While admission is free, parking is $10, with prepaid options available to help streamline the experience.
Selectors Noah Powa and DJ Polish present Tropical Thursdays on the Water, a special pre-Jamaica Independence celebration featuring classic hits from the 1990s and 2000s.
The event will take place aboard the Paddle Wheel Queen, departing from The World’s Fair Marina in Flushing Bay, Queens, New York, on Thursday, July 31st. Boarding begins at 9:00 PM, with sailing scheduled for 10:00 PM.
Dancehall artist Mr. Lexx will deliver a live performance, showcasing popular tracks such as “Cook,” “Video Light,” “Bounce,” and “No Problem,” among others. Noah Powa and DJ Polish will be joined by deejays Kreepa and Jus’K on the turntables. Tickets are available for purchase on Eventbrite.
The city of Lauderhill, in collaboration with Ladjely Inc. and AD Enterprises, present ‘Solid as a Rock,’ a celebration marking Jamaica’s 63rd Independence. This highly anticipated cultural event will take place on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC), located at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL. Festivities will begin promptly at 6:00 PM EDT.
Headlining this year’s celebration is none other than the legendary Sizzla Kalonji, a pillar of conscious reggae and dancehall music. Joining him on stage are icons of Jamaican music including the trailblazing Lady G, the soulful Etana, the inspirational Admiral Tibet, the smooth vocals of Hal Anthony, and the beloved Roy Rayon, known as a “Festival Icon.” These musical heavyweights will be backed by the electrifying Code Red Band.
Setting the vibes before and between performances are top-tier selectors Foota Hype, Supa Sound, DJ Fergie, and DJ Radcliffe.
‘Solid as a Rock’ is more than just a concert—it’s a cultural milestone that honors the rich heritage and resilience of the Jamaican people. Click here for tickets.
Live Wire, a music series designed to rejuvenate Jamaica’s live music culture through clean, organic, and authentic performances, returns on Independence Day, Wednesday, August 6th, with an exciting lineup.
Powered by Appleton Estate Jamaica, this concert will feature performances by Agent Sasco, Tosh Alexander, and Ai Milly, with Bishop Escobar on the turntables and Rosh Reign serving as the master of ceremonies.
Starting at 8 PM local time, the event will take place at Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records, located at 67 Constant Spring Road in Kingston, Jamaica. Click here to purchase tickets.
On July 11th of this year, dancehall singer and songwriter Jahmiel collaborated with producer Minto Play Da Riddim to release his six-track EP, “Sound of Greatness.” This project serves as a follow-up to their collaborative single, “Self Worth,” which was released in September 2024.
On this new EP, Jahmiel delivers messages of resilience and inspiration, reflecting on aspects of his life’s journey that have necessitated these responses. “Sound of Greatness” also features a couple of love songs dedicated to the ladies.
For his part, Minto Play Da Riddim bolstered Jahmiel‘s arguments with captivating, hard-hitting dancehall, hip-hop, and R&B beats. Click here or on the image above to stream “Sound of Greatness” on your preferred music platform.
Summer Dance, a music event promotion company in Bremen, Germany, will be presenting the inaugural Summer Dance Festival on August 23rd, 2025. It will be held at Waller Feldmarktsee (Heideweg 4) from 12 noon to midnight.
In an attempt to attract the entire family, they have organized several activities for kids and will even have a professional childcare provider available to help out.
As for the live show, it will feature Turbulence, Rebellion, Unstoppable Fyah, Royal Messenjah, Hard Breaka, Tom Remo, King Pata, Laminator, Kamzii, King Rich, Lamina, Michael Bachle, Gosso D Thunder, and Lyrical Emparoo. Click here to buy tickets.
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