New Year’s Message From Josh Harris, CEO Of Big Feet Records (@bigfeetrecords)

As 2022 comes to an end, Josh Harris – founder, CEO and owner of Big Feet Records – would like to thank everyone on his team: Santa Davis, Jallanzo, Tommi Tikkanen and Earle Holder (musicians and engineers); Georgia C. Tann (graphic designer and web master); Jeremy Dickerson (videographer); and Maria Jackson (media relations and publicist) for being an ongoing support as he continues to produce and promote top-tier reggae music.

He would also like to thank all the talented recording artists, songwriters and performers who worked with Big Feet Records in 2022: Bushman, Twiggi, Chuck Fenda, Lukie D, Ken Boothe, Hugh English, Linval Thompson, Torch, Mykal Rose, Tony Curtis, Anthony B, Junior Kelly, Lutan Fyah and Natural Black. Special thanks must also be extended to veteran vocalist Nikki Burt, who is always ready and willing to harmonize Big Feet‘s tracks.

Last but not least, a big thanks to everyone who streamed and/or downloaded music produced by Big Feet Records, especially in the last twelve months. Be on the lookout for more great music in 2023.

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Bugle Promotes Literacy In New Video “Fully Bright” (@BugleAn9ted)

Bugle has always used his music for good. One of his most recent singles – Fully Bright, shared in late November by Malibu Mean Team Entertainment – is a testament to that fact. On the record, Bugle talks about the importance of being able to read and write; a message he seems to be sending specifically to inner-city youths.

The official video, which was shared recently, illuminates his intentions and leaves no room for ambiguity. If you have not seen it as yet, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.

Season’s Greetings And A Heartfelt Thank You From The Team At Tad’s Record (@Tadsrecord)

Tad’s Record Inc. – the independent label, record production and publishing company with offices in Kingston, Jamaica and Miami, Florida – would like to express gratitude to reggae lovers all over the world for their unwavering support in 2022. It takes a great deal of both individual and collective energy to have the kind of successful year that they’ve had, so before it comes to a close, they are saying thank you to everyone who contributed.

Over the past twelve months they’ve added new music by Hezron, Anthony Cruz, Ginjah, George Nooks, Dean Fraser, Tanya Stephens, Terry Linen, etc. to their already extensive catalog. Furthermore, quite a few of their releases – singles and albums – have risen to the #1 spot on several reggae charts. And as they go into the new year, Tad Dawkins Sr. and Jr., as well as the staff at Tad’s Record are committed to producing and releasing more quality reggae music.

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Early Bird Tickets To Anthony B’s New York Concert Are Available Now! (@ReggaeVibesMus1)

Born Fire Promotions in association with Reggae Vibes Music present Anthony B‘s Black & Proud Concert at Club Amazura in Queens, New York on Saturday, February 25th, 2023. 

Anthony B – a committed Rastafarian – is undoubtedly one of the most entertaining live performers in Jamaica’s reggae-dancehall industry. His career officially began in the early 90s when he collaborated with Little Devon and made his debut single, The Living is Hard, on the Wizard label. Since then he has released over twenty studio albums, and has toured extensively around the world.

The concept for the Black & Proud Concert, which was intentionally scheduled for February – a month that is recognized and celebrated as Black History Month worldwide – came from Anthony‘s single with the same name, released in July, 2020 via Reggae Vibes Music.

This is a live band show that will see Anthony B joined by two equally energetic performers: Turbulence and Perfect Giddimani. There will also be  additional music by Massive B Sound (Bobby Konders & Jabba) and Mountain Lion SoundEarly 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

Tributes Pouring In For Jo Mersa Marley

As the news about the death of Jo Mersa Marley continues to spread throughout the local and international reggae community, tributes are pouring in.

Persons within the music industry are sending condolences from their respective social media platforms, while Jo Mersa‘s fans have been responding to posts he has made as recent as last week Friday (December 23rd) on his own online networks.

According to reports, Jo Mersa – who was the son of Stephen Marley and the grandson reggae superstar Bob Marley – died on December 27th from an asthma attack.

Beenie Man Cancels Upcoming Shows On Doctor’s Orders (@KingBeenieMan)

Acting upon his doctor’s orders, Jamaica’s dancehall king – Beenie Man – has announced that he will be canceling his upcoming shows so that he can properly rest and recover from an ankle injury he suffered in November.

Both he and his doctor appeared in a video shared on social media explaining the importance of him resting his foot, as well as the potential consequences of not doing so. Although the injury occurred last month when a taxi collided with a bike Beenie was on, it is an issue now because he did not take time off back then; and by not doing so, he has made the wound worse.

Kabaka Pyramid Announces “The Kalling” EU/UK Tour (@Kabakapyramid)

In early March Rastafarian recording artist Kabaka Pyramid will head to France, where he will kick off the Europe and UK promo tour for his latest album, The Kalling. The fourteen-track LP was released at the end of September via Ghetto Youths International and Bebble Rock Music. Below are all the confirmed tour dates and locations announced by the sing-jay.

2-Mar Toulouse, FR- Le Metronum
3-Mar Brussels, BE- Vooruit
4-Mar Deventer, NL- Burgerweeshuis
6-Mar Groningen, NL- Oosterpoort
7-Mar Amsterdam, NL- Melkweg
8-Mar Utrecht, NL- Tivoli
9-Mar Darmstad, DE- Centralstation
10-Mar Munich, DE- Backstage
11-Mar Dortmund, DE- Junkyard
12-Mar Hannover, DE- Faust
14-Mar Berlin, DE- Lido
22-Mar Paris, FR- New Morning
23-Mar Nijmegen, NL- Doornroosie
24-Mar Cluses, FR- L’Atlier
25-Mar St. Gallen, CH- Kammgarn
26-Mar Vienne, AT- Szene
27-Mar Innsbruck, AT- Pmk
29-Mar Marseille, FR- Le Molotov
4-Apr Prague, CZ- Lucerna Music Bar
6-Apr Manchester, UK- The Blues Kithcen
7-Apr Bristol, UK- Trinity Centre
10-Apr London, UK- The Jazz Cafe’