With an onslaught of updates about the corona virus pandemic dominating the airwaves, many people may have missed the news about the passing of two R&B legends: Betty Wright and Little Richard.
Betty Wright, who is known for hits like ‘thank you for the many things you’ve done’ and ‘no pain no gain,’ died from cancer on Sunday, May 10th at her home in Miami. She was 66 years young.
As for Little Richard, he passed away on Saturday, May 9th, from complications related to bone cancer. He was 87.
A few hours ago India.Arie premiered the visuals for Crazy and Sacred Space, two of the songs featured on her 2019 Worthy album. Both clips were released together, as one, in the form of a short film titled Welcome Home.
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In March, Turbulence, via Reggae Vibes Music, released one of the most heartfelt tribute to mothers ever recorded. The song is titled “A Tribute To Mama” and it conveys his state of mind since the loss of his mother.
Based on the positive reviews received following the release of the record, the Reggae Vibes Music team reached out to Lonewolf concerning creating the appropriate visuals. That being said, the official video, which is touching and mournful, premiered on Mother’s Day.
The following are quotes from both Turbulence and the video director regarding their experience working on the video.
Turbulence:
“This was a heart felt video that allowed true emotions to be caught on camera. Even though I am not an artist that showcase my personal life I included my real brother and sister in the video because it was all about realness. This very important tribute is produced by Reggae Vibes Music and directed by Lone Wolf Filmz and written with all the love of my heart for all mothers out there”
The Video Director, Mario Allen:
“Working on the mama tribute was much more than just a video for me. I had the opportunity to share a story with a heartfelt pain only few carry heavy in their hearts, I had the chance to let people hear another man’s cry.
Not many persons still have their mothers, but they are not alone. With my art I can express another man’s pain visually and share their experiences so others may learn from them.
A true artist is one that helps change lives with his creation and that is what I live for. That brings me fulfillment. That is the type of director Lonewolf is.”
The Jamaican government has just announced that they will start to ease restrictions as the island’s curve begins to flatten. As such, starting on Wednesday, May 13th, Jamaica’s new curfew hours will be 8 PM to 5 AM.
The new hours are in effect until the Labor Day holiday period, which will unfortunately have stricter hours as follows: Sunday, May 24th, to Monday, May 25th; 3 PM to 8 AM, and on Monday, May 25th, it starts at 3 PM and goes until 5 AM the following day.
After the Labor Day holiday we will go back to a more relaxed schedule. On Tuesday, May 26th, through to May 31st, the curfew will be 9 PM to 5 AM. Additional announcements will be made at the end of the month.
R&B artist Mary J. Blige will star in “Body Cam,” a new horror thriller film being released under the Paramount Players banner on May 19th. It was directed by Malik Vitthal and produced by Matt Kaplan.
According to SF Gate, “Body Cam” centers on several LAPD police officers who are haunted by a malevolent spirit that is tied to the murder of a black youth at the hands of two white cops, all of which are caught on a body cam video that was destroyed in a cover-up. Watch the trailer here.
The official video for Munga Honorable‘s “Ozone” was released last week. The song is on the Double O Riddim, which is produced by the Lion Order Productions label.
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Reggae artist Jah9, who is also a certified yoga instructor, has joined the public conversation about the corona virus pandemic.
At the end of April she sent out a message to her supporters giving them a general update on her recently released album, Note to Self. She also shared her opinion on how we all should be dealing with being locked in during the pandemic. See her statement below.
“As we strengthen our physical immune system, it’s important to secure mental immunity. For me, the basis of my mental health maintenance is breathwork. This video is the foundation of a breathing exercise which can be used to calm and satiate the mind in times of worry and anxiety. Remember, you’re going to be okay, we will be ok together.”
