In the midst of all the unpleasantness happening across the globe and in particular the USA, Peetah Sancho‘s latest release, “When The Trumpet Blows,” is a timely, well received record that’s inspired by the racial inequality in the United States.

Although Sancho is a Jamaican, he migrated to America as a youth so he grew up in what many black Americans are calling a racially unjust system. It is his numerous negative experiences within this oppressive system that initially inspired the song “When The Trumpet Blows .” He began working on it some time ago but only completed the record earlier this year after the blatant murder of George Floyd at the hands of police.

The track was recorded in New York and it features some of reggae music’s most respected musicians: Derrick Barnett on bass, Clifford Simpson on drums,  Kevin (from Steel Pulse) on Trumpet, Andrew Bassford on guitar and Shae Lawrence on backing vocals. This song is featured on Peetah Sancho‘s upcoming album, which is not yet titled.

When asked what he would like listeners to take away from the song, Peetah said the following: “the malicious treatment towards black people will be justified by the Most High who sit upon his throne and still rule.”

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN THE “WHEN THE TRUMPET BLOWS“

Roots artist Iba Mahr‘s new single, “Smart & Brave,” is out now and can be streamed and downloaded from all major music platforms. The record, which is on the Dialectic Productions label, went live yesterday.

With his unique delivery, the Jamaican singer tells listeners of his continued fight against corruption, while simultaneously warning them to be smart and brave. Click here to check it out.

Yesterday, July 21st, Buju Banton appeared on The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. He was interviewed and he also delivered a live performance. If you were not able to watch the show, you can check out his performance by clicking HERE.

If you have not done so as yet you should check out the official video for “Rise up Jamaicans,” which is the contribution from legendary roots-reggae artist, Toots & the Maytals, in this year’s Festival Song Competition.

Click here or on the image above to watch the video and remember to like, comment and share.

The Marley family and Amplified Records have come together to re-imagine Bob Marley‘s classic anthem, “One Love,” in support of UNICEF‘s coronavirus response. The new song and video features artists from all around the world, including refugee camps and crisis zones.

Click here or on the image above to check out the new version, and remember to donate to UNICEF to support their efforts in helping children around the world who are affected by COVID-19.