After a three-year hiatus, the anticipation for the upcoming Black Forest On Fire Festival is greater than ever. For three days (July 28th to 30th) patrons will be treated to music, food, fun, and overall good vibes at Pappelwaldsee in Berghaupten, Germany.
The biggest highlight of the weekend of course is the live show. There will be performances by Inner Circle, Fantan Mojah, Nattali Rize, Culture, Kenyatta Hill, and many more. Get additional info here.
Though we can all agree that the COVID-19 pandemic was a dark time, we should also acknowledge that it has given us with some great talents. One such gift is former medical practitioner turn singer, Auraiya. The Jamaica-based vocalist penned and published her first song, This Must Be Love, during the epidemic and hasn’t left the studio since.
One of her most recent records is Pendulum, a Caribbean-pop track – fused with dancehall – that will serve as the lead single for her forthcoming debut album. Pendulum, which literally means being swung between two extremes, was inspired by lessons learnt in life, love and relationships. It’s being described by some selectors as both different and refreshing.
When asked what she would like listeners to take away from the song Auraiya said the following: “I am not a feminist, however I wanted our women to feel empowered and to know their worth and to know when to walk away if they don’t feel valued. It also for real men out there, to know their value, and never be a ‘Pendulum’.”
Pendulum is available on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, and all other streaming platforms, and it comes to us courtesy of Rocky Valley Records.
After capturing the attention of music lovers with the release of his debut album Reggae Man, recording artist Tradition Man Wolo has opted to increase his responsibilities by adding producer and CEO to his title. To that end, the Ghanaian singer has co-founded Wonder 4 Music and is busy producing the label’s first project, Come Home To Africa.
The compilation’s lead single is Sweet Africa and it’s performed by Wonder 4 Music‘s youngest signee Donskii. Although based in Ghana, the 18-year-old’s musical style is equally influenced by the sounds of GH and that of his father’s country, Jamaica. This is evident on the aforementioned track, which received the following feedback from popular American radio personality Tracy Moore: “this one is sweet indeed…i’d love to hear more from this artist..thanks so much.”
The official video for Sweet Africa is just as captivating as the song itself. Shot by Director Tee, it highlights the beauty of the continent while simultaneously promoting unity among its nations. Sweet Africa is available on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal and all other streaming platforms.
Born in New York on April 9th to Lawrence and Marissa Felder, Naomi carried the torch passed down by her parents to spread the gospel through song. Standing on the word spoken over her parents that “their seed would bless the earth,” Naomi Raine has traveled to countless places sharing the message of Jesus Christ to thousands of people.
Whether songwriting, singing, or playing the guitar, she has always found it easiest to communicate to people through lyrics and melodies. Her desire to see the body of Christ united and empowered fuels her drive to make music that inspires others to worship God. This is evident in her first viral single, “Pour Me Out,” which gave language to a young audience desiring to live a surrendered life. Since then, Naomi has kept this message relevant through every project including “Back to Eden” – parts 1 and 2.
Naomi is featured on countless projects with some of the most acclaimed artists in Christian music: Todd Dulaney, J.J. Hairston, Bethel Music, Jonathan and Melissa Helser, and Israel Houghton, to name a few.
One of Naomi’s joys is singing with her new found family, Maverick City Music, who has taken the world by storm over the past few years. Together, they have touched generations of people and have been widely recognized as artists who are leading the masses to the heart of God. As a part of Maverick City Music, Naomi has earned multiple awards including, Billboard Music Awards, Dove Awards, Stellar Awards, and a Grammy award.
At the end of July – on the 31st – all roads will lead to the Sligoville Stadium in St. Catherine, Jamaica for the annual Sligoville Emancifest. Subtitled Redemption Concert, this event is always a treat for residents of Sligoville, Bog Walk, Angels, and the surrounding communities.
MP Natalie Neita Garvey and her team have gone all out to secure some top-notch performers. So far they have confirmed Jodian Pantry, Carey Sayles, Sister Patt, Rhoda Isabella, and Kevin Downswell. It is expected that additional artists will be added in the coming days.
Maxwell‘s The Night Tour will be making a stop at The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre in Detroit, Michigan on Friday, July 28th. He will be joined by Canadian singer and songwriter Tamia Marilyn Washington, more popularly known as Tamia.
Starting time is 8pm and tickets can be purchased from ticketmaster.
Excitement is building in and around Long Beach, California as the 34th annual Long Beach Jazz Festival draws near. The three-day event will take place on August 11th, 12th and 13th, and will feature some of the best live performers in the business.
Confirmed are Maxi Priest, Erin Stevenson, Norman Brown, Kenny Lattimore, Mike Phillips, Kim Scott, Myron McKinley, Najee, Marcus Miller, Will Downing, and many more. It will be held at Rainbow Lagoon Park on East Shoreline Drive in Long Beach, California. Additional information is available on the event’s website.
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