On February 22nd, veteran reggae artist Everton Blender will perform at Zanadu Studios—1520 Pike Street Northwest #Suite 2—in the city of Auburn, Washington State. Auburn is approximately 28 miles from Seattle.
Sponsored by Wazito Arts and Sports Foundation, the event will also feature RootSonic Band with guest selectors. Tickets and additional information are available via Eventbrite.
“Sing Into The Sky,” track #12 on Talib Kweli‘s latest album, “The Confidence of Knowing,” done in collaboration with J. Rawls, now has some visuals. The rapper uploaded the clip, which was shot by Chino Chase, to his YouTube channel on January 27.
“Sing Into The Sky” is a soulful rap song that also features Solene and Niko Is. The record acknowledges the power of music and celebrates those who are committed to creating it. Click here or on the image above to check out the video, and remember to like, comment, and share.
British pop star Craig David returns in 2025 with a new song and video titled “SOS.” Using the same themes that were instrumental to his rise to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s, David is once again singing about love and relationship.
The song, which seems to be independently released and exclusive to Believe UK, went live on streaming platforms on January 17, and the official video was uploaded to YouTube on the same day. If you have not yet seen the visual, click here or on the image above to check it out.
This year’s Reggae Month celebrations will start with a bang! The Essence of Reggae Music Festival is the first major event on the calendar. It will take place on Saturday, February 1, at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Center (36 Hope Road) in Kingston.
There will be a music business workshop from 12 pm to 6 pm, which will be followed by a live show. I-Wayne, Tanya Stephens, Yaksta, Munga Honorable, Singer J, DJ Kurt Riley, and JJ Wizzle are all on the lineup, with hosts Bishop Escobar and Badda Bling.
Admission is J$5,000 pre-sold and J$8,000 at the gate. Click here to buy tickets.
Cannabiziac, a global member-based company helping new and existing businesses and professionals tap into the growing cannabis industry, recently concluded their international ‘Get in the Biz’ Roadshow in Kingston, Jamaica. Held at The University of the West Indies on October 24, 2024, the event attracted entrepreneurs and individuals eager to explore opportunities in the cannabis industry.
One of the event’s highlights was the Cannabiz Builder Incubator Program preview, offering attendees a chance to pitch their cannabis business ideas to a panel of judges. Reggae artist Dwight ‘Bushman’ Duncan, who is a long-time cannabis user, was one of the winners, and as a result, he was awarded a 16-week Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship Course, which begins on February 17, 2025.
Bushman‘s schedule has been adjusted to ensure that he will be able to attend the course while still honoring his commitments as a public figure and performer. As a matter of fact, he is currently engaged in a digital media tour to promote his single “Whyne Dung.” The tour will conclude in February.
Richie Stephens & Friends is one concert to add to your list of events for Reggae Month 2025. It will take place on Tuesday, February 4th, at Chances Beach Restaurant & Bar on Norman Manley Boulevard (Beach Road) in Negril, Jamaica.
There will be performances by Richie Stephens, Bounty Killer, Leroy Sibbles, Louie Culture, Delomar (from RDX), Yung Ras, and Wilful Skilful. Performers will be backed by the Ruff Kutt Band, and Big A will host.
General admission is US$30 pre-sold and US$40 at the gate, and VIP is US$40 pre-sold and US$50 at the gate.
On Friday, February 28, Sherwin Gardner will have the official album launch for his new EP, “Find Me Here,” which was published on streaming platforms approximately one week ago (January 17, 2025). The launch will be held at Bahamas Harvest Church on John F. Kennedy Drive in Nassau, Bahamas.
Sherwin Gardner will be supported by Kateri B, Kelontae Gavin, and Positive. Additional information and links to tickets are available on Gardner‘s official website: sherwingardner.com.
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