On his latest single, Mankind – released on January 11th by Cigar Records – dancehall king Beenie Man laments on the malicious and spiteful actions by people, singing: “why mankind affi pree f*cked up / and a talk bout a di meds from di weed / from far you affi give dem tough love / nuh care if a friend or family.”
The official video was shared a day after the song went live on streaming platforms. Click here or on the image above to watch the visuals, and remember to like, comment and share.
Trelawny-based singer Trinni is here; and it is becoming more and more obvious that she will be a force to be reckoned with! Using her strong vocals, coupled with her prowess as a songwriter, Trinni is setting herself apart from other female dancehall artists.
Working with business man and producer Paul Patmore, Trinni has just released another women empowerment record, this one titled Cash. Similar to her previous single – Stay Solid – Cash has an underlying message of upliftment, and as she explains: “the song speaks of exhibiting different positve traits, it tells a woman to be confident, focus on being an entrepreneur, be more than just dependent, but instead aim to be successful.”
It was recorded last year at Brainfreeze Recording Studio in Mandeville, Manchester, but was produced, mixed and mastered by the team at Paul Patmore Production. Trinni, who recently began working with PP Production, had this to say about the imprint: “Working with PPProduction has been amazing, the journey has only just started but we are making big strides.”
Jah Thomas – the father of trending vocalist Da’Ville – is a highly respected veteran artist and producer, who has over the years, produced for various Jamaican performers: Tristan Palma, Johnny Osbourne, Michael Palmer, Barry Brown, Barrington Levy, Sugar Minott, Early B, and many more. Although a lot of people may know him as an accomplished music creator, Thomas is equally esteemed as a deejay with an extensive discography. That said, four decades after his first single he continues to add to his catalogue.
His latest project is a twelve-track album titled Clarks a Clarks, released on January 13, 2023, by Tad’sRecord Inc. Every song on this LP mentally transports the listener back to a time ‘when dance did nice’. It’s refreshing. Thomas‘ toasting style sits well on the groovy reggae rhythms – which he produced – and his lyrics are witty, entertaining and honest.
Of the ten songs, there are five collaborations: Di Devil Control Dem (feat. Josey Wales), Get Inna Mi Car (feat. Peter Metro), Party Time (feat. Da’Ville), Ban Pon Di Gun and Buy Mi Roses (feat. Junior Moore). The other tracks are: Drunk n Stagga, Big Dance a Keep, Western Union Walk, Mamma Gone Too Soon, and the title track Clarks a Clarks. Thomas has high hopes for this project, stating: “Mi perform all over England, but never in (mainland) Europe. Wi want it reach di world but we’d a love touch Europe especially,”
Clarks a Clarks is available on Apple Music, Spotify, iTunes, Tidal and all other streaming platforms.
Friday Night Live In The City, a weekly event being presented by reggae-dancehall legend Junior Reid, returns tomorrow (January 20) with General B, Jigsy King and Alozade. All three men will be performing along with support from emerging artists: Black Lion, Jah Breadz, Fyad Arar, Flexxi and Empress DJ.
Location is One Blood Entertainment Center’s headquarters – 39b East Wood Park Road – in Kingston, and starting time is 8pm.
The city of Miramar will present the 3rd annual Afro Carib Festival on Saturday, February 25th from 5 to 11pm at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater – 16801 Miramar Pkwy – in Florida. There will be performances by Koffee, Jacob Forever, J. Perry, Alexander Star and Yung Wylin.
According to the host, Commissioner Alexander P. Davis: “The Afro-Carib Festival brings together musicians, craftsmen, artists, creators, food vendors, and fans in celebration of the power of the Diaspora, who are descendants of native Africans. The Afro-Carib Festival not only honors our collective roots, but also celebrates and shines a spotlight on the beauty of our people and our global cultural impact.”
Young Survivors Entertainment Ltd. will present an event called Shut Down Belize on Wednesday, February 11th. This is a full band show that will be held at the Marion Jones Stadium – Verga 1778 – in Belize City.
Confirmed performers are Romain Virgo, Dexta Daps, KiDi, Camidoh, Moyann, Supa G, Brithney Starr, Mime and Unlmtd.
Jamaica’s member of parliament for St. Elizabeth South West – Floyd Green – will be celebrating his birthday with the return of We Still A Win. This is a stage-show and dance that will be held at the Barbary Hall in St. Elizabeth on Friday, January 13.
There will be a live performance by international recording artist Agent Sasco, with support from Topmann and special guest Shukkle Bus. Additional music will be provided by Slimmatic Entertainmet, King Ghetto, Mour Dan Sound and Jax International.
This event will double as a fund raiser for local Early Childhood Institutions.
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