Pressure Busspipe, U.S. Virgin Islands’ reggae ambassador, has been added to the lineup for Anthony B’s Black & Proud Reggae Concert. It’s scheduled for February 25th at Club Amazura in Queens, New York. 

In 2005 Pressure released his debut album, The Pressure Is On. Two years later – in 2007 –  he had a breakout hit in Jamaica with the remix of Love and Affection, a song originally recorded for producer Dean Pond, but updated by famed Jamaican music maker Don Corleon. Since then Pressure Busspipe has been regarded as an international reggae star. He has had subsequent hits, and has toured the world many times over.

In addition to Anthony B, Pressure will also join Turbulence and Perfect Giddimani on the Black & Proud Reggae Concert. Additional music will be provided by Massive B Sound (Bobby Konders & Jabba) and Mountain Lion Sound. Early bird tickets are available now via eventbrite.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available for brands wanting to get in front of a high-quality audience. Submit here: info@blackandproudconcert.com.

Double For My Troubles, the brand new lovers-rock single by Richie Stephens and Sanchez, is already trending in reggae communities all over the world. It was written by Stephens, and is a tribute to women who stand by their men through good and bad times. The official video, which preceded the song’s release, has both men singing to an audience of attentive ladies, dressed in all white, hanging on their every word.

Sanchez and Stephens are coming into 2023 strong! Last August Richie Stephens blessed us with his phenomenal album – Reverse the Curse – which has three certified hits: Valley, Reverse the Curse and Born Blessed. As for Sanchez, at the 2022 Grand Gala Independence Anniversary Celebrations in Kingston, he was presented with the Music Icon Award by the Government of Jamaica. He also recently shared Original Song, another record that’s co-produced by Richie Stephens.

Double For My Troubles comes to us courtesy of Pot Of Gold Records and Sanmonik Productions. It can be streamed and/or downloaded on Apple Music, Spotify, iTunes, Tidal and all other digital music platforms. And based on the following statement made by Stephens, we can all anticipate more love songs in the coming months: “For 2023 I have decided to write some love songs for the ladies and so far everyone who have heard ‘Double For My Troubles’ says Sanchez and I are sounding better than ever.”

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Three years ago, on January 26th, Rastafarian recording artist Jah Bouks opened Angola Restaurant at Old Pera Point in St. Thomas, Jamaica (next to the old sugar estate tower).

In a few weeks from now – on February 5, 2023 – Bouks will be joined by I-Wayne for the three-year anniversary celebration. There will be an open mic segment, lots of prizes and giveaways, as well as music by Nigerian-American selector DJ Demo and Shock Wave Sound.

Dwight Duncan, more popularly known as Bushman, is one of Jamaica’s distinct vocalists who has given us many hits over the years. Hailing from St. Thomas, he rose to prominence in the late 90s with his debut album, Nyah Man Chant (1997), which had several breakout singles.

Love him or hate him, no one can credibly say anything negative about the quality of Bushman‘s music. He is an amazing song writer, a great performer, and above all, he’s consistent. It is for these reasons that Josh Harris of Big Feet Records is always eager to work with him. The two have collaborated on songs in the past, and they’re gearing up to drop another one in a few days.

Having said that, on Friday, January 20th, Big Feet Records will release Love Ya So Bad, a catchy, fresh, groovy, emotional lovers-rock tune – performed by Bushman – that is sure to be a hit. Both camps – Big Feet Records and Bushman‘s team – are confident that this will be on heavy rotation once published; especially as we head into the season of love (Valentine’s Day). 

Roots reggae singer-songwriter Micah Shemaiah ended 2022 with the release of Run Things, a timely track with a powerful message about life and the way we live it. The song will be featured on his upcoming album, Jamaica Jamaica.

The official video for Run Things was also shared. If you have not yet seen it, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.