Reggae recording artist Zally is currently promoting his new EP, Am Reggae, released some weeks ago in late May. As the name implies, this is a 100% reggae record. It has a total of seven tracks, no features, and is filled with practical life messages.
Am Reggae can be streamed and/or downloaded from iTunes, Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify, Tidal, and all other music platforms.
Manchester recording artist Ragga Lox, who’s been living in the United States since the late 80s, has just delivered his long awaited thirteen-track studio album. Released on Sunday, July 23rd, the LP is called Climbing, and it features collaborations with Revelashan and Rob Symeon.
The inspiration for the record came from the devastating impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Ragga Lox. As a matter of fact, the lead single – Spliff & Beer – was penned after he lost some close friends and family members to the virus. Once the first track was shared – in January 2022 – and based on the positive feedback it got, Lox immediately began working on the full album with the hopes of releasing it last summer. However, after several delays and setbacks, he and his team opted to push it forward to now.
Climbing has a perfect mix of reggae (Reach For The Stars, They Shall Never, Reggae Island, Mama Said & Families); dancehall (Spliff & Beer, Tough Times & Touch); and even world music fused with hip-hop (Climbing, Reggae Memory Lane, Try & Royalty). All songs were done with the highest standards. The songwriting and vocal performances are flawless, and the overall production quality is beyond reproach.
That said, the thing that stands out the most on this LP is Ragga Lox‘s story. He brags about his skills as a lyricist while putting those very skills on display. He narrates the tale of losing his father, mother and mentors. His Rastafarian beliefs and way of life are artfully painted throughout this record. In short, Climbing is a five-star album, and if nothing else it shows that Ragga Lox has climbed his way to the top of the musical mountain.
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On Sunday, August 20th, Marcus Garvey In Schools (MGIS) and Jamaica National Group (JN) will present the Garvey One Destiny Concert at the National Indoor Sports Centre in Kingston, Jamaica.
It will star Mortimer, Nesbeth, Sizzla Kalonji, Julian Marley, Fab 5, Gem Myers, Bongo Herman and Queen Ifrica. Comedian Owen ‘Blakka’ Ellis will join media personality Debbie Bissoon as hosts.
Starting time is 5pm and there is $6,000 JMD general entrance fee. VIP is $8,000.
Trench Town recording artist Hugh English has once again given us a tuff song that is both enchanting and thought-provoking. Titled Where Do We Go From Here, the beautiful reggae record was officially released yesterday – Friday, July 21st – via Big Feet Records.
On top of perfectly meshed bass and keyboard (played by Josh Harris), drums by Santa Davis, and stunning harmonies sung by the legendary Pam Hall, Hugh asks us to contemplate what should we – as individuals and collectively as a society – do next. This after outlining the indisputable fact that global communities have plunged into darkness, lacking moral values of any sort.
Even though it was just shared, the track has already gotten the stamp of approval from reggae selectors who’ve received a promo copy (courtesy of Maria Jackson 27’s Record Pool). The general consensus is that this is one of Hugh English‘s strongest songs to date.
Where Do We Go From Here is now available on iTunes, Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify, Tidal, and all other streaming platforms.
Maidstone Community Council in collaboration with Member of Parliament for the Manchester North Western Constituency, Mikael Phillips, present Fus A August Emancipation Day Fest, on August 1, 2023, at Maidstone in North West Manchester.
There will be lots of family activities, food and live music by local and invited guest artists. Confirmed are Ernie Smith, Tony Rebel, Luciano, Jai Kingston and Tashara.
After a three-year hiatus, the anticipation for the upcoming Black Forest On Fire Festival is greater than ever. For three days (July 28th to 30th) patrons will be treated to music, food, fun, and overall good vibes at Pappelwaldsee in Berghaupten, Germany.
The biggest highlight of the weekend of course is the live show. There will be performances by Inner Circle, Fantan Mojah, Nattali Rize, Culture, Kenyatta Hill, and many more. Get additional info here.
After capturing the attention of music lovers with the release of his debut album Reggae Man, recording artist Tradition Man Wolo has opted to increase his responsibilities by adding producer and CEO to his title. To that end, the Ghanaian singer has co-founded Wonder 4 Music and is busy producing the label’s first project, Come Home To Africa.
The compilation’s lead single is Sweet Africa and it’s performed by Wonder 4 Music‘s youngest signee Donskii. Although based in Ghana, the 18-year-old’s musical style is equally influenced by the sounds of GH and that of his father’s country, Jamaica. This is evident on the aforementioned track, which received the following feedback from popular American radio personality Tracy Moore: “this one is sweet indeed…i’d love to hear more from this artist..thanks so much.”
The official video for Sweet Africa is just as captivating as the song itself. Shot by Director Tee, it highlights the beauty of the continent while simultaneously promoting unity among its nations. Sweet Africa is available on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal and all other streaming platforms.
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