Jamaican singer Tessanne Chin has long had an affinity for retro sounds — after all, her breakout performance on season five of The Voice (which she eventually won) was a cover of Simon & Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”
Now, Chin returns to the 70’s with her throwback track “Fire,” a classic-sounding R&B tune that showcases her undeniable voice. Listen to “Fire” here: https://soundcloud.com/justice_league_empire/tessanne-chin-fire/s-Qgfqn
Jill Scott, the sister that touches us to our core with her music has dropped another bombshell! Her latest single is entitled “fools gold” and it is exactly what we have come to expect, and need from Miss Scott. Check it out here and remember that it is also available on iTunes so show her some love and download it there.
Today, Jill Scott also announced tour dates for summer 2015. The 25 -date tour kicks off July 13 in Pittsburgh, PA. Jill will be performing new music from her upcoming album, along with her classic hits. Check out the complete list of tour dates below. Tickets will go on sale to the public on May 15th.
7/13/15 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Heinz Hall
7/15/15 – Newark, NJ @ NJ Performing Arts Center, Prudential Hall
7/16/15 – Wallingford, CT @ Toyota Presents the Oakdale Theatre
7/18/15 – Baltimore, MD @ Pier Six Pavilion
7/19/15 – Bethlehem, PA @ Sands Bethlehem Event Center
7/22/15 – Brooklyn, NY @ Kings Theatre
7/25/15 – Cincinnati, OH @ Paul Brown Stadium (Cincinnati Music Festival)
7/26/15 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Borgata Spa & Resort – Event Center
7/29/15 – Vienna, VA @ Wolf Trap for the Performing Arts/The Barns
7/30/15 – Durham, NC @ Durham Performing Arts Center
8/1/15 – Birmingham, AL @ BJCC Concert Hall
8/2/15 – Atlanta, GA @ Chastain Park Amphitheatre
8/4/15 – Memphis, TN @ Orpheum Theatre
8/5/15 – Nashville, TN @ Ascend Amphitheater
8/8/15 – Hollywood, FL @ Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
8/9/15 – St. Petersburg, FL @ Mahaffey Theater
8/11/15 – Jackson, MS @ Thalia Mara Hall
8/12/15 – Houston, TX @ Bayou Music Center
8/14/15 – Grand Prairie, @ TX Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie
8/15/15 – Austin, TX @ ACL Live at the Moody Theater
8/19/15 – Los Angeles, CA @ Greek Theatre
8/22/15 – Oakland, CA @ Fox Theater
8/23/15 – Saratoga, CA @ The Mountain Winery
8/25/15 – San Diego, CA @ Humphrey’s
8/28/15 – Phoenix, AZ @ Comerica Theatre
Approximately one hour ago, Ms. Lauryn Hill announced, via her facebook page, that she will be cancelling her upcoming show in Israel. The artist who has always stood for unity and brotherly love gave the following explanation:
“Dear Friends and Fans in Israel,
When deciding to play the region, my intention was to perform in both Tel Aviv and Ramallah. Setting up a performance in the Palestinian Territory, at the same time as our show in Israel, proved to be a challenge. I’ve wanted very much to bring our live performance to this part of the world, but also to be a presence supporting justice and peace. It is very important to me that my presence or message not be misconstrued, or a source of alienation to either my Israeli or my Palestinian fans. For this reason, we have decided to cancel the upcoming performance in Israel, and seek a different strategy to bring my music to ALL of my fans in the region. May healing, equanimity, and the openness necessary for lasting resolution and reconciliation come to this region and its people.
Respectfully,
Ms. Lauryn Hill”
Swedish Reggae singer Etzia who has done collaborations with Charly Black, Future Fambo, Lutan Fyah and Collie Buddz recently partnered with Partillo Production on her latest EP entitled ‘Chapter Done.’ Both individuals have worked ceaselessly to create a unique sound that many are saying is a whole new genre. It is a collection of tropical vibrations mixed in with some Nordic elements. To hardcore Reggae fans it is reminiscent of dub, roots and house all in one. They are calling this new sound Traphall.
Persons familiar with Traphall says it is properly defined as a music which consists of reggae, dancehall, hip hop and electro. When asked why they have decided to focus on this genre for ‘Chapter Done’, Partillo says “this type of original sound is needed to satisfy Etzia’s vocal expression”.
‘Chapter Done’ is produced by some very established musicians and producers (based in Europe), namely Partillo, Mastah L and Nils Dahl. The EP is available on ITunes now; persons may download it at https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/chapter-done-ep/id972474872 and DJs can send an email to mariajacksonent@gmail.com for a promotional copy.
STREAM TRACKS FROM ‘CHAPTER DONE’ EP ON SOUNDCLOUD
Jah Will Provide:
Better Watcha Man:
Born To Be High:
Raising The Heat:
Chapter Done:
As a lot of overnight music promoters continue to pop on the internet, Maria Jackson Entertainment (MJE) felt it necessary to make some significant changes to their website so as to separate themselves from the many so called ‘music promoters’. The company, being in business for exactly eight years is constantly referred to as the most professional, consistent and effective online music promoter by professionals in the industry.
The new website now has a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) page something that was not available on the old site. On the FAQ, MJE answers the questions most asked by potential clients in recent weeks. They have also added a list of some of their past and present clients, projects as well as a link to some testimonial videos.
Visit the site to see all the changes: http://www.mjent.net
The second leg of Jazmine Sullivan’s Reality Show Tour launched on April 2nd at the House of Blues in Houston, Texas and will make its way across the U.S.A. throughout the month of April. Jazmine is a strong, confident live performer who literally sings from her soul at each and every show. See her upcoming schedule on FB https://www.facebook.com/jazminesullivan/events and RSVP for the event you wish to attend
Billy Ocean, the most successful black recording star Britain has ever produced will join the ‘Royal family of Reggae’ Morgan Heritage as headline performers at the annual Groovin’ In The Park concert at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens, NY on Sunday, June 28, 2015.
The triple platinum selling Ocean has had a solid performance track record of riveting live audiences with his enviable barrage of hit songs and he is expected to ignite New York City with musical flames with favorites like ‘Caribbean Queen’, `Mystery Lady,` `Lover Boy,` `Get Out of My Dreams,’ `Suddenly’ and `Love Zone`.
Billy Ocean was born in Trinidad with the bubbling beat of calypso in his blood. When he migrated from the Caribbean to London’s East End at seven years old, his passion for music was further fueled by soul idols Otis Redding and Sam Cooke. He got his first break when he recorded ‘Love Really Hurts Without You’, which reached No. 2 in the UK charts. Two top twenty singles followed; ‘Love on Delivery’ and ‘Stop Me’. Later on in the US, there were number one singles, ‘There’ll be Sad Songs,’ and ‘Get Outta My Dreams & Into My Car.’
His move to Jive Records in 1984 provided instant success with the million selling ‘Caribbean Queen’ which won a Grammy Award for ‘Best R&B Vocal.’ He struck gold again with his 1986 hit ‘When the Going gets Tough,’ the theme song to the Michael Douglas/Kathleen Turner/Danny Devito movie ‘Jewel of the Nile.’
“We have had our eyes on Billy Ocean for a long time and I am just elated that we have finally got our man for Groovin In The Park this year” Christopher Roberts, CEO of Groovin In The Park said.
“Billy is a global superstar who has sold over 30 million records. He has collected a pile of Gold and Platinum records and hit the number one spot worldwide on pop charts in the USA, Australia, Germany and Holland”, Roberts added.
Log on to http://www.groovininthepark.com or http://www.groovinradiony.com for concert information.
