T-Town Rocks Music Festival is so much more than just music. The event is used to raise funds for charities in and around Tacoma, as one of the organization’s mission is to serve local non-profits on a larger scale.
This year they have booked 80s/90s hip-hop stars Tone Loc and Young MC, as well as one of the hardest working disc-jockeys in the business: DJ Jazzy Jeff.
The T-Town Rocks Music Festival will take place at Waterfront Venue (Narrows Marina) – 9007 South 19th Street – in Tacoma, Washington State on July 29th. Get tickets and additional information here.
At the beginning of May two of the biggest names in afrobeat music – Kizz Daniel and Tekno – released Buga, a party track that’s all about showing-off ones achievements. It is a mega hit that is currently trending worldwide.
After keeping their fans in suspense for weeks, the men have just uploaded the official video to YouTube. if you have not yet seen it, check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
The team at Reach Records just delivered another banger! On new music Friday – June 24th – Tedashii aka T-Dot, Trip Lee and Lecrae‘s collaborative single, Respect My Team, went live on all digital streaming platforms.
The men, through their skillfully crafted lyrics, highlighted their longevity in the Christian-rap game, while simultaneously showing us why they’re deserving of our respect. The official video was also published.
Jamaican model, singer and songwriter Samantha J, who rose to prominence in 2013 with the mega hit single Tight Skirt, has returned with a new song and video that’s meant to send a message to industry insiders: “I am back and I am not going anywhere. No one but God himself can change my destiny.”
The California based artist – who spent the last two years bonding with her son – admitted that the pandemic, although disruptive, gave her the time and space needed to reflect on her career and decide on the way forward. That period of contemplation resulted in the forceful dancehall-pop single Push Ya Luck, released on June 3rd, 2022 via Anka Music Group.
When asked what inspired the song, Samantha hinted at several things. One of which is being exploited by people both in her personal and professional life. She went on to say: “Push Ya Luck is really inspired by my determination and my love for music. I am the type of person that if you try to control me or say I can’t do something, it motivates me. That flips on a switch in my brain to prove you wrong and to do better in everything.”
The carefully coordinated official video, which was also shared on June 3rd, has already wracked up well over half-a-million views on her YouTube channel. It was directed by Damian Fyffe, with input from Samantha J and Derrick Morgan – Anka Music Group’s CEO.
“When you listen to Push Ya Luck my goal is to make sure you feel empowered in yourself to know that no one can walk all over you unless you allow it. Life is a journey where people don’t want to see you rise, but your passion, hardworking and determination will determine you destination.” The preceding is a statement from Samantha J.
On July 1st, 2022, Big Feet Records – the little label that’s doing big things – will share an entrancing new single from Trench Town recording artist Torch.
Over the past two years or so, reggae enthusiasts have come to appreciate Big Feet Records‘ consistency in delivering quality roots reggae music. To date, the imprint has done tunes with some of the most respected names in the industry: Luciano, Ken Boothe, Chuck Fenda, Junior Kelly, and that is just to name a few.
Next month however, Josh Harris – the man behind the brand – will switch things up a bit by sharing Torch‘s All Alone; a song that can aptly be classified as rhythm-and-blues fused with soul. Followers of Torch and his music will be pleasantly surprised by this one!
Frankie Beverly is an American singer, musician, songwriter and producer who formed the soul and funk band Maze in the 70s. The group subsequently went on to release nine gold albums, which resulted in the large fan-base they now have.
After a hiatus, Frankie Beverly & Maze is making their return. On Saturday, July 2nd they, along with Freddie Jackson, Regina Belle and Shirley Murdock, will be at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts (300 Water Street) in Jacksonville, Florida. Tickets are available on ticketmaster.
CL Smooth‘s T.R.O.Y (They Reminisce Over You) Tour began on the 18th of June in Atlantic City, New Jersey, and will go on until the Fall. The itinerary includes dates in Connecticut, California, Maryland, Pennsylvania and several cities in New York.
As such, on Saturday, July 9th, CL Smooth will pull up at Agnes Haywood Playground in the Bronx for Hydra Management Records’ Another Bronx ClassicConcert. The show will also feature Nice & Smooth, Red Fox and other classical hip-hop acts.
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