Jahman, Luciano, Konshens, Sizzla & Reemah Confirmed For Reggae Night At The Crucian Christmas Festival

The annual Crucian Christmas Festival, which commenced on December 26th, 2024, and will run until January 4th, 2025, serves as a vibrant celebration of the U.S. Virgin Islands’ traditions and culture. This highly regarded event not only aims to preserve the islands’ heritage for future generations but also highlights the territory’s rich and diverse cultural tapestry.

Among the various festivities planned throughout the festival, Reggae Night stands out as a particularly exciting occasion. Scheduled for Friday, January 3rd, this night will feature an impressive lineup of performances from both local and international stars. U.S. Virgin Islands’ own Jahman and Reemah will take the stage alongside famed Jamaican artists Luciano, Sizzla Kalonji, and Konshens.

The Crucian Christmas Festival Village will host this free event from 6 PM to 1 AM, offering attendees an opportunity to enjoy exceptional music while celebrating the cultural significance of reggae within the community. As such, Reggae Night promises to be a highlight of this year’s festival calendar—one that showcases some established artists in a festive atmosphere dedicated to honoring the U.S. Virgin Islands’ enduring legacy.

Have You Seen The Visuals For Mikey General & Bobby Hustle’s “Mountain”?

On December 15 Bobby Hustle and Mikey General shared the official video for “Mountain,” track #3 on Hustle‘s 2023 album, “Proof of Concept.” The video was directed, shot, and edited by Phillip McFarlane of Irie Yute Tapes in Jamaica.

If you have not yet seen it, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Mykal Rose Goes Afrobeat!

Legendary Jamaican singer Mykal Rose, who is most widely known for a successful tenure as the lead singer for Black Uhuru (1977 to 1984), followed by a lengthy solo career doing roots reggae, is apparently now working on an Afro-beat album. 

The announcement was made by a representative of Kingmaker Music, a record label and music marketing company. The first single from Rose‘s upcoming Afrobeats project is “Diamond in the Ruff,” released in mid-November via the aforementioned imprint. Click here to stream/download it from your preferred music platform.

Pandemic Records & Entertainment LLC Wraps Up 2024 With The “Passion Fruit Riddim”  

After rolling out individual singles over a period of a year, Pandemic Records & Entertainment LLC is now sharing the complete “Passion Fruit Riddim” compilation. This is a banging dancehall juggling that features Ras Kronik, Capleton, Bounty Killer, Turbulence & friends, and Yahdeen Essence. Each song was shared as an independent track with a unique buy link. 

Ras Kronik‘s “The Energy” was published in mid-May of 2023, and it served as the title track for his upcoming album at the time. Emerging artist Yahdeen Essence was next with an inspirational tune called “Teach Me,” followed by Capleton‘s “Watch Out Fi Dem,” a song that laments the rise of petty crimes. The final two additions to the “Passion Fruit Riddim” were by Turbulence & Friends, “Bun Fiyah,” and Bounty Killer‘s current trending tune, “Ball a Roll.”

After yet another successful year, the team at Pandemic Records & Entertainment LLC will wrap up 2024 with this project. They are also promising to deliver more quality music in 2025.

Ring In The New Year With Capleton & Teejay On Jan. 1st

On January 1, 2025, two trending dancehall artists, the up-top boss Teejay and the fireman Capleton, will usher in the new year at Meca Nightclub (67 Constant Spring Road) in Kingston, Jamaica. Boom Boom, Game Changaz Sound, and selectors Ruxie, Cardo, and Yokie will all be on deck with non-stop juggling.

Presented by Meca and Gabbidon, this New Year’s Fiyah will be lit at 11:00 pm and is expected to burn until the people say when. General admission is J$2,500, while VIP is J$3,500. Limited early bird tickets are available online at themecaverse.net.

Rebel Salute 2025

After naming the ‘sensational six’: Maxi Priest, Luciano, Tony Rebel, Richie Spice, Valiant, and Queen Ifrica, Rebel Salute has now announced their full lineup for the January 18, 2025, show. 

Among the artists listed are Dawn Penn, Errol Dunkley, Leroy Gibbons, Louie Culture, Jah Mason, Turbulence, General Degree, Echo Minott, Roland Burrell, Papa Michigan, Imeru Tafari, Davianah, Abatau Barrett, Tanzie, and Ka$e.

Rebel Salute will be presented at Plantation Cove in St. Ann, Jamaica. All information relating to this event is available at rebelsalutejamaica.com.

Catch Teflon At Mongoose Restaurant On Dec. 28th

Teflon‘s Jamaica-based fans will have the opportunity to see the Young King perform live, free of cost, on Thursday, December 28th. Made possible by his very own Yard A Love Records, in collaboration with the venue at which the performance will be staged, all parties are calling this a ‘give back to the people’ event. 

The location is Mongoose Restaurant and Lounge, located at 52 Main Street in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, and it will commence at 10:00 p.m. Notably, Teflon will be backed by the Real Rock Band, and following the show he will be available for pictures and close-ups as requested.