Surinamese reggae singer Little Guerrier, who is now based in French Guiana, has a new song called “Teach the Youths,” which features international recording artist Tarrus Riley. The powerful track went live on streaming platforms on February 12th, and the official video followed weeks later in March.
If you have not yet seen the visual, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.
Local singing sensation, Dinho Da Rasta Man, who is known for his captivating live shows, especially those done on the tourist circuit in Montego Bay, Negril, and Ocho Rios, has just released a stunning new single called “Fallen For You.”
The lovers-rock reggae track, which was produced by Steve Golding and Horace James—the powerhouse duo behind the imprint J&G Tracks—went live on streaming platforms on March 7th, 2025. It should be noted that Steve Golding is known for his works with the likes of Fab5, Peter Tosh, Israel Vibration, and other accomplished musical brands. While Horace James, who is credited for mixing “Fallen For You,” is an actual member of Israel Vibration‘s backing band. What’s more, “Fallen For You” was mastered by famed engineer/producer Delroy “Fatta” Pottinger.
Interestingly, this song was inspired by real-life events as outlined by a member of Dinho Da Rasta Man‘s team below.
“Back in 2021, Dinho was doing a video shoot for a single titled Cherish. He was promised that a female model would be at the video shoot; however, when he got to the location, the female didn’t show up. So he immediately got in a cab and went to Mandeville Square to find a replacement. As the cab stopped and he opened the car door, he saw a beautiful female whom he approached and asked if she could be a model in his video. Luckily for Dinho Da Rasta Man, the young lady’s mother was also present, so he asked her mother, who said yes, and even commented that Dinho looks handsome. So in that moment he won the hearts of both the female and her mother.”
An official music video for “Fallen For You” was to be shared on Valentine’s Day, but it was delayed because the distribution company is planning a worldwide release. While we await the visual, the audio is available for download on all major digital music stores courtesy of World Universal Records.
Organizers of the 2025 London International Ska Festival will present two reggae legends—Macka B and Dennis ‘Blackbeard’ Bovell—at London’s iconic 100 Club on Oxford Street for 4/20 (Easter Sunday).
Macka B is a British-born Jamaican reggae artist, performer, and activist with a career spanning thirty years, while Dennis ‘Blackbeard’ Bovell is a Barbados-born reggae guitarist, bass player, and record producer.
Advance tickets, which are going for £25, are available on skiddle.com. That said, anyone with a 2025 London Int’l Ska Festival wristband will have free entry. Click here for additional information.
Reggae recording artist Jesse Royal has announced the inaugural staging of his High Life Festival. It’s scheduled for Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Kingston, Jamaica. As of this writing, confirmed performers include Ras-I, Big Youth, and of course Jesse Royal.
For additional information, such as the complete lineup, exact location, and links to buy tickets, visit www.highlifefestja.com.
There is a deep sadness in the reggae industry today as the news of Cocoa Tea‘s passing spreads. According to the Jamaica Gleaner, Cocoa Tea‘s wife, Malvia Scott, confirmed that he passed away at 4:46 am on March 11, 2025. He died at a hospital in Broward County, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, following a cardiac arrest.
Cocoa Tea rose to prominence in the mid-1980s with his breakout hit song “Rikers Island,” which made it to #1 in both the United States and England. An album with the same name followed, and the rest, as they say, is history.
An official lyric video is now available for KashieF Lindo‘s new tune “One Breath.” The visual, which was done by Maria Jackson 27, was shared to HeavyBeat Records‘ YouTube channel at the end of February, on the 25th to be precise.
More often than not, when we encounter stumbling blocks in life, we either retreat back to familiar territory (mentally/emotionally) or we rebel, lashing out with anger. Sadly, either response usually aggravates the situation rather than resolving it. KashieF Lindo‘s “One Breath” recommends another approach: relax, breathe, and remember that God is in control.
It’s an inspirational reggae track that was produced by Everald Metcalf and written by Willie Lindo, exclusively for HeavyBeat Records. The drum programming and guitar were done by KashieF and Willie Lindo, respectively; Robbie Shakespeare played bass; and Robbie Lyn added the piano, organ, and keys.
“One Breath” is available on all streaming platforms, and as stated above, the lyric video can be viewed on HeavyBeat Records‘ YouTube channel.
The organizers of Barbados Reggae Weekend will present Reggae in the Gardens on Sunday, April 27, at the National Botanical Gardens (Reggae Village). Doors will open at 3pm local time, and the show will commence approximately 2 hours later, at around 5.
Backed by a live band, Reggae in the Gardens will be one for the books with a world-class cast that includes Shabba Ranks, Busy Signal, Maxi Priest, Etana, Moliy, and Rite Side of Red with Melody Man and Tabitha Gerbadian.
This event is being powered by the leading urban radio station in Barbados, HOTT 95.3FM. Click here to buy tickets.
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