Little Hero’s New Album “The Journey Continue” Is Out Now! (@Tadsrecord) 

The highly anticipated album from veteran reggae singer Little Hero is now available on all digital streaming platforms. The twelve-track masterpiece, titled The Journey Continue – which is being distributed by Tad’s Record – went live today: Friday, July 15th. 

Hero – who has been actively releasing and promoting new music in recent months – appropriately started the project with an inspirational tune called Ready Again. On it he says he is going to rise again; and having already achieved major success on both the local and international scene, this message should be welcomed by all his supporters. His flexibility is on full display on this album as he comfortably tackles dancehall, reggae and even love songs, done specifically for the ladies.

The project features his current trending single, World Right Now, as well as renditions of faith-based tunes Don’t Ever Give Up, God is Amazing and Thank God For Another Day. Additionally, tracks such as Heart Of Kingston, Straight From My Heart and Do The Right Thing, solidify the exceptionality of Little Hero’s artistry on this LP. He made it a family affair by including his sons: Jason ‘Don1’ Gayle and Jemar ‘Jay1’ Gayle, who both joined him on Do The Right Thing.

Producers credited on The Journey Continue include: (World Right NowSheldon and Leroy Edwards for Pandemic Records, (Always on My MindConroy Smith and (Heart of KingstonDonglez Records. All other tracks were written and produced by Little Hero and his brother Pzed of God Alone Studios.

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Shabba Ranks, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Machel Montano & Others For “Juke Box Fest 2022”

The Jukebox Concert Series makes its debut on Sunday, August 21st with the 2022 JukeBox Fest, at the historical Queen Mary Park – also known as Harry Bridges Memorial Park – in Long Beach, California. This is a multi-genre festival which brings the nostalgia of yesteryears with a modern twist.

Performers include: Shabba Ranks, Tony! Toni! Toné!, Cutty Ranks, Machel Montano, Patrice Roberts, Ricardo Drue, Adina Howard, Shanice, Renee Neufville of Zhane, Snap!, Tanya Carter and Osocity. Get tickets and additional information here.

Mr Easy Wants More Done For Jamaica’s Inner-Cities (@Pandemicrecord1)

Jamaican reggae-dancehall singer Mr Easy – who remains very active in his philanthropic efforts, especially in the Trelawny district – would like other well-to-do Jamaicans at home and in the diaspora to do more for the inner-city communities across the island.

He said as much in his latest single, Ghetto Cry, which was shared at the end of 2021 by Pandemic Records. Although the song was published months ago, it is now getting a lot of attention because it’s featured on the imprint’s recently released Logic Riddim.  

Ghetto Cry – written by Caradon Scott – outlines what every honest Jamaican knows to be true: that persons living in the nations slums are treated as less than by every other sector of society. Because the lyrics are so steeped in reality the song has become one of the stand out tracks on the compilation.

All the attention on the record is very timely as Mr Easy‘s annual back to school charity event is scheduled for August 7th in Stewart Town, Trelawny. He and his team will be giving out pens, pencils, books, school bags, iPads etc. to students in the neighborhood for the upcoming school term. There will be live performances, and popular sound-system Bass Odyssey will be juggling. Needless to say, Ghetto Cry will be on repeat.

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Join Terror Fabulous & Leroy Sibbles For A Night Of Vintage Reggae At Kaiser’s Hotel In Negril

90s original ‘gangster’ deejay Terror Fabulous and Leroy Sibbles – one of the founding members of the 60s rocksteady trio, The Heptones – will be performing some vintage reggae (and dancehall) at Kaiser’s Hotel in Negril West End on Sunday, July 24th.

Additional music will be provided by DJ Steven, who will be playing a lot of the classics. There is an admission fee of $2,500 JMD at the gate. However, presold tickets are available at World of Sports and Kaiser’s Hotel in Negril for only $2,000 JMD.

Turbulence & Sister Carol Confirmed As Headliners For Oregon Reggae Fest (@Turbulence876)

The first annual Oregon Reggae Fest is scheduled for Saturday, August 20th, at the Jackson Wellsprings – 2253 OR-99 N – in Ashland, Oregon. For their inaugural staging they have invited Turbulence, Sister Carol, Perfect Giddimani and several other reggae acts to perform.

The live entertainment will be complimented by the many food options that will be on site, a dedicated kids zone, camping grounds and workshops. It will commence at 12pm local time.

Bugle & Mr. Killa Added To Island Fest 2022

Grenadian artist Mr. Killa, who is known for the exceptional way in which he incorporates elements of EDM, dancehall and other genres in his soca music; and Jamaican sing-jay Bugle, a man that has set himself apart from all the noise coming out of Jamaica’s dancehall industry, will both be on Island Fest 2022.

The festival, which is centered around Caribbean music, culture and lifestyle, will take place on Sunday, July 17th at 1810 Rodgers Lake Road in Lithonia, Georgia. Additional performers include Vershon, Badda Genaral and Masicka. Tickets are available on eventbrite.

Brian McKnight, Maxi Priest & Alison Hinds On This Year’s Toronto Jerk Fest

After a two year break – due to covid-19 – The Toronto Jerk Fest returns on August 5th, 6th and 7th at Centennial Park in Etobicoke, Ontario. The stellar lineup includes reggae star Maxi Priest, RnB legend Brian McKnight, soca giant Alison Hinds and dancehall artist Konshens.

Get additional information and links to tickets from the event’s official website.