Pandemic Records & Ent. Embarks On A New Journey With Jeniel Henningham

Pandemic Records & Entertainment LLC is by far one of the fastest rising independent music labels in the reggae-dancehall space. As the name implies, the imprint was established during the covid-19 pandemic, and has in a short period of time rose to international prominence.

So far, the brothers Sheldon and Leroy Edwards (label owners) have worked with some of the biggest names in the industry: Capleton, Sizzla Kalonji, Fantan Mojah, Ikaya, Little Hero, Chronic Law, and many more notable acts. After recording only secular projects since their inception, they surprised everyone by releasing a gospel single late last year. 

The song Journey, penned and performed by Christian vocalist Jeniel Henningham, has put the worldly organization on a new path. “Jeniel was introduced to Pandemic by a member of the team, and she has a great spirit not just a great voice. Regardless of the genre, once it is good music that is what Pandemic Records is all about. We have not sign Jeniel but it is a decision the team is seriously considering.”

The above statement is Pandemic Records‘ response to questions about how and why they have chosen to venture into the gospel arena. Journey can be downloaded from iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, and all other streaming platforms, and the official video can be viewed on Jeniel Henningham‘s YouTube channel

The Reggae Gold Awards

Reggae Month 2024 will conclude with The Reggae Gold Awards, as well as this year’s Jamaica Music Museum Hall Of Fame Inductions. Both events will be held this Thursday, February 29th at the National Indoor Sports Centre in Kingston.

Third World, Lutan Fyah, Etana, Jesse Royal, and Quique Neira (from Chile) are all slated to perform. What’s more, two dancehall giants – Bounty Killer and Beenie Man – will both receive special awards.

This is a major event that is being presented by Jamaica’s Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment & Sport, the Ministry of Tourism, and JCDC. Most importantly, admission is free!

Omarion Presents The ‘VBZ on VBZ Tour’

This spring, R&B singer, songwriter, actor, and dancer Omarion will headline the VBZ on VBZ Tour, with support from Vedo, Tone Stith, WanMor, and Jastin Martin. The former lead vocalist of the boy band B2K will be hitting twenty cities across America. Below are all the confirmed dates and locations.

05 April
TTCUT
Grand Prairie, TX

06 April
Smart Financial Centre
Houston, TX

11 April
Kings Theatre
New York, NY

12 April
DAR Constitution Hall
Washington, DC

14 April
NJPAC
Newark, NJ

19 April
Arie Crown Theater
Chicago, IL

20 April
Stifel Theatre
St. Louis, MO

21 April
Masonic Temple
Detroit, MI

26 April
Peacock Theatre
Los Angeles, CA

27 April
Paramount Theatre
Oakland, CA

28 April
Theater at Virgin Hotel
Las Vegas, NV

03 May
Liacouras Center
Philadelphia, PA

04 May
Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion
Portsmouth, VA

09 May
Tanger Theater
Greensboro, NC

10 May
Ovens Auditorium
Charlotte, NC

11 May
Lyric Theater
Baltimore, MD

12 May
Jacobs Pavillion
Cleveland, OH

17 May
Altria Theater
Richmond, VA

18 May
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Cary, NC

19 May
Cobb Energy Center
Atlanta, GA

Jam Link International Thanks Attendees Of The 2024 Aarhus Bob Marley Celebration

Henzel Clarke, the chairman of Jam Link International, is today, February 26th, extending gratitude to all attendees of the 2024 Aarhus Bob Marley Celebration. According to the Jamaican national now residing in Denmark, the people came out in their numbers and were treated to a properly produced reggae concert. 

The event was held this past Saturday, February 24th, at Volume Village (located at Thomas Koppels Gade 201, 8000 Aarhus C), and it featured performances by Kenyan reggae artist Empress Black Omolo – who delivered a stellar set – and Aarhus’ One Love Marley Band, an ensemble known for their wonderful renditions of Bob Marley tunes. There were also presenters, vendors, etc. highlighting and promoting reggae content and merchandise. 

Now that the Bob Marley Celebration is behind us, Clarke and his team will turn their attention to the annual Aarhus Reggae Festival, which is expected to be considerably larger. More information about this show will be shared in the coming weeks. 

“Reggae In The Park” The Bahamas Edition

Tony Rebel, Sister Carol, Bushman and Anthony B will perform at Super Club Breezes in Nassau, Bahamas, on Saturday, March 23rd. This concert, dubbed Reggae in the Park, is being presented by Alpha Sound Promotions, one of the island’s most respected event organizers.

Reggae in the Park will be hosted by Natural Empress, and Code Red Band will provide support to the aforementioned acts. Starting time is 5:00 PM, and general admission is $60 per person. Buy tickets here.

Father Pow’s Earthstrong

The man behind the immortal Stone Love Sound, Father Pow, will be celebrating his birthday at D Lux Restaurant & Lounge – 1A Caledonia Avenue – in Kingston, Jamaica, on Saturday, March 16.

Krazy Kris from Kool FM, Boom Boom, Harry Hype, Niney Badness, DJ Ray, and Welton Irie will all be on hand to join in the festivity. Additionally, reggae recording artist Prophecy will be performing.

Peetah Morgan, The Lead Singer Of Morgan Heritage, has died

Once again the international reggae community is in mourning, as news of Peetah Morgan‘s demise spreads. Morgan Heritage, the ensemble of which he was the lead vocalist, released the following statement on their social media platforms earlier today (Sunday, February 25th).

It is out of sincere love that we share that our beloved husband, father, son, and brother and lead singer of Morgan Heritage Peter Anthony Morgan has ascended today February 25th, 2024.

Jah come and save us from ourselves because love is the only way.

Our family thanks you in advance for your overwhelming love and support, and we ask for your continued prayers as we go through this process. We also ask that you please respect our privacy during this time of healing. Thank you!

The Morgan Family