NYC Artist E.G. Releases The Official Video For His Soca Track “Tek Time” (@EgDaGovenaw)

As we are all trying to get back to our new normal, many artists are sharing projects they’ve been working on during the lockdown. One such artist is New York based performer E.G. who is active in both the dancehall and soca genres.

In November 2019, E.G. released “Tek Time,” a hardcore soca record that was produced by Twist (from Brooklyn). He is now sharing and promoting the official video for that track. The visuals, which were uploaded to E.G.‘s YouTube channel a couple days ago, were shot in Brooklyn, New York by the QualityWrkz Film crew.

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Chezidek Releases 2nd Single From His Upcoming Album “Hello Africa” (@PUPPACHEZIDEK)

chezidekIn the current social climate, Chezidek has stepped up and continues his trend of producing conscious music with a positive message. His new single “March” is a call for mobility and equality; reflecting the global movement of justice for all.

July 23, 2020 will go down as a special day for Chezidek. The roots singer’s latest album, “Hello Africa,” will be released on that date by Tad’s International Record; significantly, it is also the birthday of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I.

The date is important to Chezidek who, like all Rastafarians, revere Selassie as an omnipotent figure. Produced by his Cheziberry Records, he believes “Hello Africa” is his most hard-hitting work to date, boosted by songs like “Because I’m Black,” and “March.”

“Because I’m Black,” a jab at institutionalized racism, sets the tone for “Hello Africa” and the second single “March” calls to global unification and action to tackle the injustices of the world.

New Dancehall Video: Buju Banton – Blessed (@bujubanton)

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Yesterday Buju released the official video for his song “Blessed,” which is featured on the new album “Upside Down.” In keeping with the lyrical content, the video tells the story of a young boy who is clearly blessed and highly favored. It also included some images from the Black Lives Matter protests.

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Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Tessanne Chin & Others Join Kevin Downswell On “Stronger” Remix (@kevinDownswell)

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At the end of June Jamaican gospel artist Kevin Downswell shared the remix of his hit song “Stronger.” The new version, which was done to bring hope and inspiration to everyone struggling in these trying times, features: Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Tessanne Chin, Wayne Marshall, DJ Bambino, Christopher Martin and several other top-tier artists.

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New Video From Lila Iké “Forget Me” (@LilaIkeJa)

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A few hours ago, Lila Iké a member of the In.Digg.Nation Collective, shared the official video for her song “Forget Me.” This is track number five (5) on her recently released EP, The ExPerience.

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Jamaica’s 2020 Festival Songs Will Be Available On All Major Music Platforms As Of July 3rd (@babsy_grange)

LUSTIn a major development, the Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honorable Olivia Grange, has announced plans to take the top ten entries in the 2020 Jamaica Festival Song Competition to the world. The songs will be available for download and streaming on all music platforms as of Friday, July 3rd, 2020, courtesy of VPal Music.

The finalists in the 2020 Jamaica Festival Song Competition include Reggae icons Freddie McGregor, Toots & The Maytals and Buju Banton; popular artistes Papa Michigan, Nazzle Man, L.U.S.T. (Lukie D, Thriller U, Singing Melody & Tony Curtis); Rising Stars winner Shuga; upcoming dancehall artistes Xtra Bigg and Radix OD, as well as the actress and television presenter, Sakina.

The move to make the Jamaica Festival Song entries available on music downloading and streaming services is a part of Minister Grange’s initiative to revitalize Jamaica Festival. In keeping with restrictions on public gatherings because of the covid-19 pandemic, the usual island-wide road shows and public performances by the Festival Song finalists will not be held this year. Instead, the Ministry has engaged national radio and television stations and has been using social media to bring the finalists and their entries to the public.

The winning Jamaica Festival Song for 2020 will be decided on July 26 by popular vote.

Anthony B To Perform Live On Stage In Germany On July 10th (@anthonybfireman)

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Germany has been ahead of the game as it relates to partying while maintaining physical distance. A couple months ago there were reports of drive-in raves in Germany, where patrons pulled up in a huge parking lot and remained in their cars (singing and dancing) as the DJ played the music.

Now they’re taking it up a notch! On July 10th, the Junkyard – located in Dortmund, Germany – will host a live outdoors event, with a special performance by Jamaican artist Anthony B.

As you can imagine they’re being very careful about the number of people they allow in. As such, all tickets are pre-sold online and there is a limited amount. In order to honor the social distancing guidelines Anthony B will perform on tracks as opposed to with a band.