Sizzla May Have Another Mega Hit On His Hands

International recording artist Sizzla Kalonji, who rose to prominence because of his revolutionary and inspirational music, may be sitting on another mega hit song.

Several reggae and dancehall critics are predicting that his latest single, titled Crown On Your Head, which is featured on his brand new album, On A High, is going to dominate the dancehall much like Can’t Keep A Good Man Down did.

Crown On Your Head has all the elements of a hit. On a banging dancehall beat, Kalonji is a triple threat; he sings, deejays and raps, all while encouraging the listener to believe in themselves. If you have not yet heard the song, click here to check it out and form your own opinion.

Dawn Penn Added To The “Positive Vibration – Festival Of Reggae” Lineup

Legendary reggae artist Dawn Penn will grace the stage at this year’s Positive Vibration – Festival of Reggae alongside an already stellar line-up. She will join General Levy, Congo Natty, Mad Professor and several others.

The Positive Vibration – Festival of Reggae will take place on Friday, September 10 and Saturday, September 11 at the Baltic Triangle in Liverpool, England. Click here for tickets.

One of the original queens of reggae music, Penn released her first single “When I’m Gonna Be Free” in 1966, followed in 1967 by rocksteady favorite, “You Don’t Love Me” – produced by Coxsone Dodd at Studio One. Re-recorded and released in 1994, “You Don’t Love Me (No, No, No)” has become one of reggae’s most iconic and celebrated songs.

Beenie Man & Bounty Killer To Perform Live Together At Yush This Friday

Legendary dancehall artists Beenie Man and Bounty Killer will take the stage together this Friday, August 6, at the Yush Party on Wavz Beach in Negril (Jamaica). The men will be supported by the immortal Stone Love Sound, Noah Powa and other top-tier selectors.

Etana Confirmed For “Reggae On The Green” In Virginia Beach (@EtanaStrongOne)

On the Green LLC in cooperation with Montego Island Grill, 1st Impressions Barber and Apparel, and Big Mill Productions present the first Reggae On The Green Festival. It will be held on Saturday, August 21 at Mount Trashmore Park in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

The event’s objective is to highlight more diverse and culturally vibrant entertainment in the city of Virginia Beach. Reggae On The Green is a family-friendly all-ages event.

Performing live are: Grammy-nominated Jamaican singer Etana, national reggae artist Mighty Mystic, Jah Sun and The Rising Tide; as well as local favorite Greg Gutty.

Bunji Garlin & Raymond Ramnarine Will Headline “Soca Tabanca 2021” (@BUNJIGARLIN)

Soca Tabanca 2021 is set for Sunday, August 22nd at Creative Venue & Rentals (40 Logan Street) in Bridgeport, Connecticut. It’s scheduled to run from 5PM to 11PM EDT.

In addition to having an all-star lineup of DJs, the event will also feature top-tier soca performers such as Bunji Garlin and his Vikings crew, Raymond Ramnarine, Lil Natty and Thunda. Tickets, which start at $25 USD are available via eventbrite.

Emerging Dancehall Artist Asta-G Partners With Damien Ceza On New Single

Clarendonian dancehall artist Asta-G has joined forces with New York based producer Damien Ceza on a new single titled Get Yu Energy Up

The record, which was officially released via all streaming platforms on July 13th, is a fun,  upbeat dancehall song that was created to get people to put down their phones, bottles, guns etc. and just enjoy life.

As he did with his recently released Midnight Run RiddimCeza created the beat for Get Yu Energy Up in his Staten Island studio. He then connected with Asta-G online as both men had discussed the possibility of working together shortly after the completion of the Midnight Run project. 

When asked what inspired Get Yu Energy UpCeza said the following: “My inspiration for this song was to create a positive vibe to be enjoyable for every age, gender and culture. All of my productions are fun and clean. This one is no exception.”

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “GET YU ENERGY UP”

Julian Marley Among Performers For “AfroJams Jamaica Live” On Aug. 6th (@JulianMarley)

Jamaicans at home and abroad will have plenty of entertainment for the nation’s 59th Independence. There are a slew of reggae and dancehall events, both virtual and in-person, that are scheduled for August 6th.

One such event is AfroJams, an online celebration that will see performances by Aiesha, Konshens, Jo Mersa Marley and Julian Marley. It will broadcast live at 8PM EST on Xfinity Channel 1623 (U.S.A.), as well as on Facebook and YouTube.