Appleton Estate LIVEWIRE Brings Capleton Live to Clarendon on October 31

Appleton Estate LIVEWIRE will take over The Wharf Estate in Clarendon on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The event marks the first Clarendon staging of the popular live music series and will feature legendary reggae and dancehall artist Capleton, affectionately referred to as “King Shango,” performing with the Ruff Kutt Band.

The experience is scheduled to run from 9:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. on the lawns of The Wharf Estate, with host Bishop Escobar, and DJ Marvin providing the musical soundtrack throughout the night.

Tickets are available through TicketGateway, with pre-sold General Admission priced at J$3,000, while VIP tickets are J$4,500 and include drinks.

Reggae Legends Sister Nancy and Marcia Griffiths to Headline Toronto Concert on Oct. 9th

Kings of Kings International will present “Reggae Ambassadors in Concert,” a marquee reggae showcase featuring dancehall pioneer Sister Nancy, known for her iconic hit “Bam Bam,” alongside reggae icon Marcia Griffiths, celebrated for “Electric Boogie.”

Billed as “Reggae Legends: One Stage, One Love,” the concert will also feature special guest performances from Iley Dread, performing “Nah Cheat a Virtuous Woman”; Jah Mason, known for “My Princess Gone”; and Angie Angel, whose set will include “Man a Nuh Man If a Nuh Rasta Man.”

The show takes place Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne Street in Toronto. Tickets are available via ticketgateway.com.

Empress Minott Releases Official Music Video for “Love Me When It’s Hard”

Roots reggae singer and songwriter Empress Minott has released the official music video for her latest single, “Love Me When It’s Hard,” offering a compelling visual interpretation of a song that explores the true meaning of love, commitment and standing by someone when life becomes challenging.

The official video was uploaded to YouTube on August 28, 2026, and was co-directed by Empress Minott and Kevin “Supa Nova” Salmon of Dub School JAMinott also conceived the original concept for the video, helping to shape the storyline and its connection to the message of the song. Salmon directed, shot and edited the production, while also making his acting debut by portraying Minott’s partner in the video.

Shot at various locations throughout Portland, Jamaica, the video follows a relationship from its hopeful beginnings through one of its most difficult moments. The story begins with Minott’s character being approached by a man. After a brief conversation, he asks for her phone number, which she gives him. The story then moves forward, revealing that the two have developed a loving relationship and are enjoying life together.

The story progresses further, showing the couple expecting their first child. However, the relationship takes an unexpected turn when the man ultimately steps away following disagreements within the relationship, bringing an emotional dimension to the visual narrative.

The storyline closely complements the message of “Love Me When It’s Hard,” which challenges the idea that love should be measured only by the good times. The song emphasizes the importance of remaining present, supportive and committed when circumstances become difficult. Through both the lyrics and the videoMinott highlights the reality that genuine love requires patience, understanding and commitment beyond the joyful moments.

“Love Me When It’s Hard” is now available for streaming and download on major digital music platforms. The official music video is available now on YouTube.

Maria Jackson 27 Magazine Nominated for Best Digital Magazine at 2026 ABGMA Awards

Maria Jackson 27 Magazine has been nominated for Best Digital Magazine at the 2026 Antigua & Barbuda Global Music & Media Awards (ABGMA), earning recognition for its continued contribution to music, media, and entertainment coverage.

The public voting period officially opened on September 5, 2026, giving supporters the opportunity to vote for their favourite nominees across the various ABGMA categories. Voting will remain open until September 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM AST/ET (10:59 PM CT).

Following the public voting period, the Top 4 nominees in each category will advance as finalists. The winners will be announced during the ABGMA Awards celebration.

The 2026 Antigua & Barbuda Global Music & Media Awards will take place November 5–8, 2026, in Antigua & Barbuda, with the venue to be announced. This year’s event carries the theme “FAVOURED.”

The nomination represents another milestone for Maria Jackson 27 Magazine and highlights the platform’s ongoing commitment to showcasing artists, music, media professionals, and industry developments from around the world.

Supporters are encouraged to participate in the public voting process and help Maria Jackson 27 Magazine advance to the finals in the Best Digital Magazine category.

Rebel Kornerstone Productions Showcases Trinidad & Tobago Reggae with the “Deep South Riddim”

Rebel Kornerstone Productions is showcasing the enduring strength of reggae music in Trinidad & Tobago with the release of the “Deep South Riddim,” an authentic roots reggae production featuring award-winning reggae-gospel artist Blessed Messenger and singer, songwriter Jah Guidance.

Blessed Messenger contributes “Never Alone,” a powerful inspirational song centered on faith and the assurance that God’s presence remains constant. Through the song, Blessed Messenger delivers a message of strength and encouragement, making it clear that even when he finds himself physically alone, he is never truly alone because God is always with him. Jah Guidance takes a different approach with “Fight For You,” a smooth lovers-rock reggae tune. Singing directly to his lady, Jah Guidance expresses his determination to protect their relationship and make it clear that he will not allow anything to come between them.

Although the Deep South Riddim features only two artists, Rebel Kornerstone Productions made a deliberate and effective choice in selecting Blessed Messenger and Jah Guidance. Both artists deliver their respective songs with excellence, allowing the strength of the production to shine while demonstrating the versatility of the riddim.

The release also serves as a reminder that reggae music and reggae culture continue to thrive in Trinidad & Tobago. Through the Deep South RiddimRebel Kornerstone Productions is not only presenting quality reggae music but also contributing to the continued development and visibility of the country’s reggae movement.

Macka B & The Roots Ragga Band Set for London Performance at Soul Mama

Reggae veteran Macka B and The Roots Ragga Band are set to bring their blend of reggae and roots music to London on Friday, October 9, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM at Soul Mama Islington, located at 21 Parkfield Street in London, Great Britain.

Macka B is also currently promoting his latest single, Memories,” a reflective reggae track recorded over the powerful Diverse Doctrine Riddim. “Memories was released on July 23, 2026, via Chinelo Records.

Tickets for Macka B‘s Soul Mama concert are available now through the venue’s website.

Wayne Wonder Absent from Oasis Music Festival Set; Management Cites Broken Payment Agreement

Dancehall veteran Wayne Wonder failed to appear for his scheduled set at the second annual Oasis Music Festival on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds in Oro-Medonte, Ontario, leaving fans in the crowd without an explanation in the moment.

The festival, presented by Chystar Promotions and Gombey Production, had drawn a lineup of Caribbean headliners including Masicka, Sizzla, Jahshii, Gentleman and Mr. Killa alongside Wonder, marking the event’s follow-up to a sold-out debut in 2025.

Hours after the show, Wayne Wonder‘s management issued a statement on social media apologizing to fans and offering an explanation for the no-show. According to the statement, Wonder and his band had traveled to Canada “excited and fully prepared” to perform, but the festival organizers allegedly did not honor the payment terms outlined in the signed performance agreement. The statement said multiple attempts were made to resolve the issue before showtime, but no agreement was reached, resulting in the cancellation of his appearance.

Management was explicit that the decision to pull Wonder from the show was not made by the artist or his team, seemingly placing responsibility on the festival’s organizers. The statement closed with an expression of gratitude to fans for their understanding.

As of this writing, Oasis Music Festival organizers have not issued a public response to the allegations. The dispute leaves open questions about what transpired between the two parties in the lead-up to the show, and whether the matter will be addressed further by either side.

This article is based on a statement released by Wayne Wonder’s management team; organizers’ side of the dispute has not yet been independently confirmed.