The annual I Hear Music in the Air Concert will be held at the Corinthian Baptist Church – 1920 Tennesee Avenue – in Cincinnati, Ohio next month (Friday, May 17th). Confirmed artists are Karen Clark-Sheard, Jonathan Dunn, Fred Hammond, and J.J. Hairston. General admission tickets are $35. Click here for additional information.
On March 15, the Street Rockaz Family, out of France, released new music from Jamaican recording artist Jah Mason. The song, titled Never Let Me Down, is on a two-track EP that also features Stranjah Miller.
Click here or on the image above to stream and/or download the record from your preferred music platform.
Out Of Many One Productions is having a Reggae Birthday Bash on Friday, April 19 at the Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center (1317 San Pablo Avenue) in Berkeley, California.
It will feature reggae recording artist Prezident Brown, as well as The Nyabinghi Drummers and dancers. This is an all ages event that will be hosted by Carl T and Howie. Starting time is 8:00 p.m., and there is a $30 entrance fee.
Approximately two years ago, emerging recording artist Vazasha Peters and established international vocalist Mr Easy met by chance. Peters was wrapping up a session at Voice Stream Studio in Queens, New York, and Mr Easy showed up early for his. After being introduced by the engineer, the two stayed in touch and have now collaborated on a much-needed, timely song called Suffering.
The rhythmic, mellow, and intense reggae track touches on several social issues plaguing the world, with a special emphasis on the violent crimes happening in Jamaica. That observation was corroborated by Vazasha Peters‘ statement: “We need more love and compassion on this earth we call home. “Suffering” sends a message to the world but mostly to the youths. I hope they take heed to the corruption that occurs in the systems they’re surrounded and programmed by that could affect their lives and damage their future. It’s a plead for peace.”
Mr Easy added: “What I would like listeners to take away from this song is let’s stop the violence in our communities. Let’s come together to try and eliminate hunger. Be kind to others who are less fortunate.”
Suffering is featured on the Uptown Living Riddim, which was produced by Fudjie of Knowledge Records. It can be streamed and/or downloaded from all music platforms.
Reggae Vibes Promotions, a subsidiary of the record label Reggae Vibes Music, presents Jamaica Reggae Party. This is a fun day and stage show scheduled for Saturday, April 20th, at Drifters Bar (1 Mile, Fishermans Beach) in Negril, Jamaica.
It will commence at 2:00 p.m. with a domino tournament that will see the winner awarded financially and by other means. Although this competition is open to the public, all potential participants must register via WhatsApp (516 366 7799) in order to be added. The games will be followed by a massive reggae concert (starting at 4:00 p.m.) featuring Turbulence, Bescenta, Fiyaneer, Dameon Gayle, and Luddy Samms. Each artist will be supported by JNR International, a roots sound system that operates on the global stage.
Admission for the Jamaica Reggae Party is $20 for anyone paying in US currency, and $3,000 for those using Jamaican dollars. Furthermore, persons based in Kingston can take advantage of the organizer’s round trip (by bus) for a cost of $8,000 JMD, providing they register before April 13th. That price also includes entrance to the live show.
This event is being sponsored by Mello FM (Jamaica’s strong songs station), and Rooms on the Beach, a beautiful resort located in Negril.
As part of their ongoing efforts to provide life-saving resources to the children of Jamaica, the Issa Trust Foundation will be hosting a fundraising event on May 11th at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. It will feature goodwill reggae ambassadors Third World, Luciano, and Gramps Morgan.
Tickets are US$600 per person; this includes drinks, dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and entertainment. It will begin at 7pm with cocktails, followed by dinner at 8pm, and the live show at 9:30pm.
The 2024 staging of D.R.I.P Fest will take place on Saturday, April 13, at the African American Art & Culture Complex, located at 762 Fulton Street in San Francisco, California. It will run from noon to 5:00 p.m. local time.
The event will be centered around healthy relationships with self, others, and community. It will also celebrate the elements of hip-hop with performers Yo-Yo, Sa-Roc, Stunnaman02 and others. Click here for tickets.
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