Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records is bringing back the wildly popular Tracks Live Session! The show, which will be hosted by Kamila McDonald, returns on December 13 with performances by I-Wayne and Ras-I.
Starting time is 9:00 PM and there is a $2,500 JMD admission fee. This conscious wave event is being presented by Red Stripe.
Start the new year at the North Coast Music, Comedy and Food Festival, happening at Turtle River Park in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, on January 1st, 2024. In addition to a wide variety of food choices, this event will also feature a slew of musical acts, as well as some of Jamaica’s best standup comics.
Performing live are: Comedian Lemon, Acid, Professor Nuts, Stain Rapidburst, Dawk9ine, Minister Kukudoo, Jemini, Pretty Boy Floyd, Pablo YG, Hilarious Granny, and many more. General admission is $2,500 JMD in advance, and $3,500 at the gate.
The Louise Bennett Coverly Festival, in collaboration with Jamaica College, present a fun-filled family show honoring Jamaican poet, folklorist, writer, and educator, Louise Bennett, affectionately referred to as Miss Lou.
The event, which is titled Big Up Miss Lou, features Oliver Samuels, Fab 5, Lillian Allen, Owen ‘Blakka’ Ellis, Tania Lou, Charmaine Limonious, Joy Fairclough, Kathy Brown, Kingston Rock, and more. The MCs are Janet Silvera and Coleen Douglas.
It all goes down on Saturday, December 9th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Karl Hendrickson Auditorium (Jamaica College) on Old Hope Road in Kingston. Admission fee for adults is $5,000 JMD; while students and seniors will pay $2,500.
Reggae luminary Macka B is already captivating audiences with his latest single, Believe It or Not, a compelling exploration of the intricate relationship between music and life. This introspective track delves into the question of whether music merely reflects life or holds the power to influence and shape the world around us.
Released today – Friday, December 1st, 2023 – Believe It or Not is a collaboration between Macka B and the mighty Street Vibez Crew. This hard-hitting roots rock reggae anthem is set to make waves in the industry, delivering a potent message about the transformative influence of music on human behavior.
One of the highlights of the single is its use of the legendary Aswad’s 1981 Love Fire Riddim, adding a nostalgic yet contemporary touch to Macka B‘s profound lyrics. The fusion of Macka B‘s distinctive vocal style with the timeless rhythm creates a sonic experience that is both powerful and evocative.
Joining forces with some of the UK’s most renowned reggae musicians, Believe It or Not features contributions from Bubblers, Aba-Ariginal, Jerry Lionz, and Cyrus Richards. Their collective artistry adds layers of depth to the composition, elevating the track to a level of musical excellence that is sure to resonate with reggae enthusiasts and music lovers alike.
The single is now available on all major music platforms.
Bro Gary Radio and Caribbean Radio HD will be having a Holiday Gospel Concert on Friday, December 8th, at Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center – 151 Civic Center Way – in Royal Palm Beach, Florida.
There will be appearances by Adrian Cunningham, Boasy Boy Floyd, Minister Tyson, Dian Barnett, Patrick Reid, and Glamour Wayne. Tickets can be purchased from Eventbrite.
Jorja Events Media and Alpha Studios, in association with 22 Jerk, present a night of live music called Sip N Link. It stars Warrior King and The Rootz Warriors, along with Jayedge The Jamaican Singer, Rayven Amani and Mission Driven.
Sip N Link is set for Saturday, December 9th at 22 Jerk, which is located on Barbican Road in Kingston, JA. The show will start at 7:00 PM local time, and there’ll be a $3,000 JMD entrance fee at the gate.
Born in Brooklyn, NY and influenced by her mother, Andria Smith-Alston began singing at age six. Her style encompasses different genres such as R & B, Reggae, Jazz, CCM, and Gospel music. Andria has been blessed with a voice that encaptivates an audience and provokes worship. The passion exhibited in her songs is fueled by her love for the Lord and her deep commitment to reach people from all walks of life.
Throughout her life Andria has been very active in the local church. Her roles included Praise and Worship Leader, Praise Dance Leader, Youth Choir Director, Drama Team Leader, Director and Coordinator of Black History Month Events and Programs, and Youth Leader. She played a lead role in the Gong Show Live Off Broadway, from 2016-2019, Ananiah Production’s Gospel Musical “Lord Just One More Chance” and also played key and supporting roles in KeKar Production’s “It’s My Divorce”; New York City High School Collaboration, “It’s Blooming”; and “Revelation” – Upper Room Christian World Center. Her journey has also led her to minister in bars across Long Island, NY where souls were led to Christ.
Andria has recorded with such artist as Grammy and GMA Dove Award winners, Elevation Worship & Maverick City, Elevation Rhythm, Christine D’Clario, Brian & Kate Torwalt, UVIP, (Five Time Mc Donald’s Gospel Fest Winners), Arise and The New York State Mass Choir, just to name a few. She has ministered throughout the United States and abroad.
Andria currently resides in Charlotte, NC with her Husband Steven Alston and her three lovely children D’Andre, Andrew & Kayla. Andria now serves on the worship team at Elevation Church in Charlotte, NC.
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