Campari’s Respect the Bitter Holiday Vibes Road Show is on the move again this Friday, November 25th. It will make two stops in St. Ann, Jamaica. The first will be at the Brown’s Town Bus Park at 8pm, and the second will be at the Salem Truck Stop at 11:30pm.
International recording artist Charly Black will perform live at both shows; and admission is free.
Jamaican dancehall artist Karamanti, who has collaborated with some of the biggest African reggae acts in the past (Stonebwoy, Sonniballi, Iwan etc.), has just shared a brand new song and video, done with emerging Malawian artist Godson.
The afro-dancehall track is titled Wa Gwan, and on it Karamanti displays her lyrical prowess, and shows why she is constantly sought after for musical synergies. As this is her third collaboration with an artist from Malawi – the second this year – Karamanti sings:
“mi no know weh a gwan dung a malawi
but everyday a new artist a badda me
dem waa fi link up wid di Karamanti
mi no care ya man caa mi hungry
so from di message upful and it highly
and i naa violate di almighty
yu can send on di beat mek mi vibes it
and mek we wake up di youth dem weh numbly.”
The official video for Wa Gwan, which was shot in both Jamaica and Malawi, was also released and shared on Karamanti‘s YouTube channel. And the song can be streamed and downloaded from all major music platforms.
The 1st annual Caribbean Winter Festival is set for Saturday, December 10th at T.H.A.P Courtyard – 5508 N 50th Street – in Tampa, Florida. This island music event is being presented by DND Entertainment and Bassline Muzik Ent.
The lineup includes Denise Belfon, Demarco, Yaksta, Kinsy and Jah Tiff; with additional music by DJ Kirky-C, DJ Klive and Lips International. Tickets and additional information are available on eventbrite.
Bajans all over the world will celebrate their independence at the end of November. That said, there are countless festivities happening throughout the month, as everyone gets ready for the big day. One such event is Imagine Weekend.
Imagine Weekend is arguably one of the most anticipated events in Barbados right now. This is three parties, starring four major acts, taking place on one weekend.
On Friday, November 25th, Bounty Killer and Beenie Man will headline the Iconic Concert at Kensington Oval. This will be followed by Twisted in Paradise, a cruise on board the Harbour Master. And on the final day, the 27th, Machel Montano and Popcaan will perform at an unannounced location. Get additional information at imagineweekend-dot–com.
On the Jamaica Music Countdown Charts – published on November 4th, by Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess – the God man Little Hero is sitting in the #1 spot in a couple of categories. Hero‘s song, World Right Now, which has been on the chart for nineteen weeks, is now number one on the Top 25 Reggae Singles Chart; And his LP – The Journey Continue – is the number one album in the country.
The World Right Now is an inspirational dancehall track produced by brothers Sheldon and Leroy Edwards for their imprint Pandemic Records. It was first shared in the last quarter of 2021, and was also on Pandemic Records‘ Logic Riddim; a dancehall compilation that also has songs by Munga Honorable, Sizzla Kalonji, Fantan Mojah, Chillum and others.
As for the album, The Journey Continue came out on July 15, 2022. It 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. There are also several songs that solidify the exceptionality of Little Hero’s artistry: Heart Of Kingston, Straight From My Heart and Do TheRight Thing. Hero and his team made The Journey Continue a family affair by including his sons Jason ‘Don1’ Gayle and Jemar ‘Jay1’ Gayle, who both joined him on the track Do The Right Thing.
In a recent interview with The Jamaica Star, Sheldon Edwards, one of the co-founders of Pandemic Records, said that World Right Now is their first number one single. He went on to say “it’s a major milestone for both Little Hero and Pandemic Records.”
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Patrons attending the Arcata Theatre Lounge – 1036 G St – in Arcata, California on November 26, will get an overdose of authentic dancehall music. This is because the original king of the dancehall, Yellowman, will be performing with The Sagittarius Band.
This is an all ages event that will run from 7 to 11:30pm local time. And although no tickets will be available on the day of the show, advance tickets can be purchased now for only $20 USD.
The Rastafarian sing-jay, Sizzla Kalonji, will be performing at Hennessy Artistry at the Kensington Oval Stadium located in Pickwick, Bridgetown, Barbados, on Saturday, December 3rd.
The three-day event (Dec. 2nd – 4th) will also feature dancehall artist Mavado, American RnB singer Ashanti, and a host of other top-tier performers. Passes can be purchased online via ticketlinkz-dot-com.
MARIA JACKSON 27 MAGAZINE 