Rebel Salute Publicizes Full Lineup for 2023

One of Jamaica’s most respected music festivals – Rebel Salute – will resume its live in-person show this month! It will be held at Plantation Cove in St. Ann, Jamaica, on January 20 and 21.

This year’s lienup includes a range of local and international reggae and dancehall artists. Third World, Lady G, Duane Stephenson, Louie Culture, Horace Andy, Bling Dawg, Leroy Sibbles, Capleton, Luciano, Sanchez etc. are just some of the confirmed acts that will be spread out over two nights.

Links to the full lineup, tickets, and additional information are available on Rebel Salute’s website.

“Ribbittt” To Original Dancehall On Feb. 11th In Negril

One party that should be added to your Reggae Month calendar is Ribbittt, an event celebrating the roots of dancehall culture. Set for Wavz Beach in Negril on Saturday, February 11th, it will feature the likes of Luciano, I Wayne, Josey Wales, Peter Metro and Professor Nuts. Additional information will be shared in the coming weeks.

Bugle Promotes Literacy In New Video “Fully Bright” (@BugleAn9ted)

Bugle has always used his music for good. One of his most recent singles – Fully Bright, shared in late November by Malibu Mean Team Entertainment – is a testament to that fact. On the record, Bugle talks about the importance of being able to read and write; a message he seems to be sending specifically to inner-city youths.

The official video, which was shared recently, illuminates his intentions and leaves no room for ambiguity. If you have not seen it as yet, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.

Busy Signal, Tony Rebel & More For “Fireworks On The Waterfront”

Enjoy Fireworks on the Waterfront at Downtown, Kingston (Jamaica) on New Year’s Eve (Saturday, December 31st). The excitement will begin at 5pm, local time, with a live show featuring some of Jamaica’s biggest reggae, dancehall and gospel stars.

Confirmed are Busy Signal, Tony Rebel, Kevins Downswell, Etana, Yaksta, Sista Patt, Lubert Levy, Levy’s Heritage, Heavyweight Rockaz and Khalia. It will be hosted by Johnny Daley, Richie B and Nadine Blair. Most impotantly, it is free to the public!

Beenie Man Cancels Upcoming Shows On Doctor’s Orders (@KingBeenieMan)

Acting upon his doctor’s orders, Jamaica’s dancehall king – Beenie Man – has announced that he will be canceling his upcoming shows so that he can properly rest and recover from an ankle injury he suffered in November.

Both he and his doctor appeared in a video shared on social media explaining the importance of him resting his foot, as well as the potential consequences of not doing so. Although the injury occurred last month when a taxi collided with a bike Beenie was on, it is an issue now because he did not take time off back then; and by not doing so, he has made the wound worse.

Louie Culture & Jah Vinci Booked For “St. Thomas Reunion”

St. Thomas Reunion – a dancehall concert scheduled for Saturday, January 7th, 2023 – will be held at Colonel Cove in Morant Bay, St. Thomas, Jamaica. It will feature live performances by Louie Culture, Jah Vinci, 450 and Gucci Stamp Boss; with host Aisha Prendy at the helm.

In addition to the live performances, several top-tier selectors and sound systems – Metro Media, Dunrich World Sound, Ritchi Lees, DJ Spider and Bigga 5 – will be spinning the best reggae and dancehall music.

Dancehall Artist Shane O Lashes Out On “Wicked People” In New Video

Eyes Open Riddim, released on December 3rd via Ciga Records, features new music from Alaine, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Shane O and several other trending dancehall artists.

One of the stand out songs on the compilation is track #5: Wicked People, performed by Shane O. On the record the deejay tackles badmind people who are consumed with envy and jealousy, while thanking God for opening his eyes to their evil ways. Click here or on the image above to check out the official video, and remember to like, comment and share.