Reggae-dancehall artist Shaggy – who is known for his megahit songs Oh Carolina, It Wasn’t Me, Boombastic and others, as well as his philanthropical duties in Jamaica and overseas – is slated to receive an honorary degree from Brown University in the U.S. during its Commencement and Reunion Weekend from May 27 through 29, 2022.
He will receive an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree in recognition of his achievements in music, military service, and philanthropy.
Since he released his album ‘Elev8‘ in February, dancehall artist Bling Dawg has been engaged in an aggressive promo campaign. The veteran deejay is every where: on radio, TV, in the streets etc. working to ensure that everyone is aware of the record and is given the opportunity to hear its content.
His next stop will be at the weekly event: Mellow Mood Mondays, held at The Anderson (709 Northeast 79th Street) in Miami, Florida. On Monday, May 23rd Bing Dawg will be there to sign autographs, take pictures with his fans and promote the aforementioned project.
Jamaica’s dancehall king Beenie Man just shared a new song and video titled Blessings Pon Blessings. The record was produced by MD Music Group while the video was done by Cinema Gods.
If you have not yet seen it, check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
On November 29, 2021 when The Bridge, 99 FM in Kingston, Jamaica began simulcasting with radio stations in Toronto, Canada and New York, it was hailed as a groundbreaking move that was a first in Diaspora radio.
In another blockbuster move, The Bridge 99FM has expanded its reach to the United Kingdom, this time teaming with the talented Robbo Ranx of The Beat, 103.6 FM in London, who connects radio listeners at home with some of the hottest dancehall/reggae jams in London.
Bobby Clarke, Chairman of The Bridge 99FM & Irie Jam Radio, who brokered the landmark radio deal, said having a presence in the UK is of paramount importance to the Bridge 99FM, given the UK’s historic ties with Jamaica and reggae.
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On Saturday, June 11, recording artist Teflon will perform at the Little Jamaica Restaurant & Lounge on Willow Springs Road in Killeen, Texas. This is one of the many stops on his ‘Acknowledge Me Or Not USA Tour,’ which is currently under way. Click here for tickets.
Reggae-Dancehall artist Ragga Lox will be a guest on Jamaica’s popular morning show – Sunrise – which airs on CVM TV Monday through Friday from 6 to 8am. The early morning talk show has developed a sterling reputation because of its exclusive interviews with persons who are excelling in their respective fields; as well as their heartwarming human interest stories.
Ragga Lox‘s invitation to the program is as a result of him preparing to release his highly anticipated album: Climbing. Although the project is still in the production phase, Lox and his team are confident that everything will be completed and ready for Summer, 2022.
If you are able to, tune in on the 24th of May to learn more about this Rastafarian sing-jay who many say is one of the most underrated lyricist coming out of Jamaica.
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Voltage and Shy FX, the digital sound boy, have just drop an Amazing song performed by Agent Sasco. The trip-hop tune titled Amazing is strong on every level; beat, melody, lyrics, production and message. They’re all spot on.
The official video is equally captivating as it takes us into what appears to be one of Jamaica’s inner-city communities. If you have not yet seen it, be sure to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
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