On Saturday, Island Worship Productions, the imprint owned and operated gospel singer Jermaine Edwards, introduced emerging recording artist Redeem and shared his brand new single, Every Day We Pray. In a short video posted on social media, Redeem said that he did not choose gospel music; it chose him.
Click here or on the image above to check out the visuals for the new record and remember to like, comment and share.
After announcing that Turbulence‘s trending single, Jamaica Holiday, has inspired a movie that will be released in August, Reggae Vibes Music, the imprint responsible for the record, is now sharing it’s official lyric video.
The colorful visual, which was created by the Reggae Vibes Music team, premiered on reggaeville’s platform earlier this week (July 13). If you have not seen it as yet, click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
You can also click here to stream and download Jamaica Holiday from your preferred music platform.
Austin-based reggae record label, Music For Life, is in a celebratory mood after the successful release of their four-track EP, Cookin’ As One. The project, which features vocals by recording artists Sgt. Remo & Phillipidon, was published at the beginning of June; and was well received by reggae-dancehall lovers worldwide.
The team got confirmation that they have made a quality contribution to the industry when the EP hit number seven on the iTunes reggae chart last month. The imprint’s CEO R.J. Johnson, who is also the producer, was elated when he found out. He said that in addition to the news about the iTunes chart, they have also been getting a lot of positive feedback from their fans and supporters.
Below are some reactions from persons who have heard the full EP.
“Love this! And so appropriate for these times!”
“This track is one of my favorite local reggae tracks in a long time! Great work guys!”
“Fun jam! Made me hungry!”
“Love a upbeat and uplifting track!”
“Hot hot !!!!! Amazing sounds and great delivery!!!!!! SOLID MUSIC!!!!!!”
“i love it , incredible now I have a new tune to listen to while I’m cooking new song by my dear brothers Phillipidon’s Fan Club Philip White and Sgt Remo blessed love family
ya song give me goosebumps”
On the evening of July 16th a representative for rapper Biz Markie announced that he has passed away. Although an actual cause of death was not given, the statement did say that he died peacefully with his wife Tara by his side.
On July 24th members of the Atlanta reggae-dancehall community will come together to celebrate the life of local celebrity Slaughta Tone at the Grand Palladium (located at 4140 Jonesboro Road) in Forest Park, Georgia.
This is an all white affair that will feature live performances by Kiprich, Singer J, Delly Ranx, Ras Fraser Jr. and School Boy. In addition to the stage-show, patrons will also be treated music from top-tier selectors: Stone Love Sound, Fire Links, Sky Level Movements, Prime Machine and others.
On August 6th, 7th and 8th, Vitamalt (the popular Caribbean natural energy booster) will present the Jamaica Independence Jam Jam Weekend Celebration. This is both a concert and family fun day that will be held at India House; 8888 W. Bellfort Avenue in Houston, Texas.
Veteran reggae artists Freddie McGregor, Marcia Griffiths, Anthony B, Chino McGregor and Perfect Giddimani have all been confirmed and will be performing with a live band. In addition to the musical entertainment there will also be a soccer match between Jamaica and Trinidad; a domino tournament; a free kids zone and much more.
On Friday, August 20th, Late-Nite Productions will present the Truckee Reggae Festival at the Truckee Regional Park Amphitheater in Truckee, California.
As this is the first staging of the event, they have gone over and above to feature some top-tier reggae acts. That being said, the festival will have performances by Don Carlos (Black Uhuru), Marlon ‘Ganja Farmer’ Asher, Mystic Roots Band, Two Peace and DJ Dubfyah.
In addition to the music there will also be food, a beer garden, live art and several family-friendly activities. Click here for tickets.
