Stream & Download Tony Curtis’ New Single “Touch” (@bigfeetrecords)

Touch, the new single performed by reggae artist Tony Curtis, is now available on all music platforms. It went live earlier today – August 19 – via Big Feet Records. The song was written by award-winning singer-songwriter John Coinman and veteran musician, producer and songwriter Josh Harris; with additional input from Tony Curtis.

This beautiful love song dates back to the early 90s, which is when it was first penned. According to Harris, the tune was done for the Whitney Houston movie – The Bodyguard – but was never featured on the soundtrack. And with his label, Big Feet Records, now recognized worldwide as a formidable reggae imprint, he decided to reach out to Curtis and have him redo it.

Production credits are as follows: Tony Curtis (lead and harmony ), Nikki Burt (backing vocals), Josh Harris (bass & keyboard), Santa Davis (drum), Jallanzo (lead guitar), Tommi Tikkenen (mixing engineer) and Earle Holder (mastering engineer).

For months now Josh Harris and his team at Big Feet Records have been consistently putting out stellar music. When pressed on what is inspiring this level of dedication, he simply said: “I just want to make beautiful music.”

CLICK HERE TO STREAM & DOWNLOAD “TOUCH”

Patrice Roberts, Romain Virgo On Hot 97’s Reggae & Soca Tip

On Friday, September 2nd, New York’s #1 hip-hop station – Hot 97 FM – will get On Da Reggae & Soca Tip with a live concert at the Coney Island Amphitheater in Brooklyn, New York.

The lineup includes: Kes, Patrice Roberts, Ding Dong, Tarrus Riley, Tashina, JB The Artist, Lord Abstract, Mally Stakz, IQ, Noah Powa and Romain Virgo. Tickets are available via Live Nation.

New Video From Tarrus Riley “Baby Blue” (@tarrusrileyja @doncorleonie)

In July, Island Rock Publishing released the Don Corleon produced record, Baby Blue– performed by Tarrus Riley. The lovers-rock reggae tune marks the return of the famed producer whose credits include Rihanna, Bounty Killer, Sean Paul, Sizzla, Keyshia Cole, Shaggy, and many more notable local and international artists.

The official video for Baby Blue was uploaded to Riley‘s YouTube channel a few days ago. If you have not yet seen it, check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Download Pick Myself Up Riddim (@patmore_paul @jodianCPantry @jahmessenjah)

Although they were released as individual singles, Luciano‘s What Never Happen In Years and Jodian Pantry‘s Pick Myself Up are on the same beat, and both were produced by Paul Patmore Production

Pantry‘s Pick Myself Up was originally done by reggae legend Peter Tosh, and it is one of the songs that will be featured on her upcoming EP that’s due out this Summer. As for Luciano‘s tune – much like Jodian‘s – it’s enjoying heavy rotation on all reggae platforms worldwide; a credit to Paul Patmore‘s aggressive promo campaign.

Both songs are available on all DSPs, and as such, can be streamed and downloaded from your preferred digital music store now. 

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “WHAT NEVER HAPPEN IN YEARS”

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “PICK MYSELF UP”

Chezidek, Hezron, Anthony Cruz & Others Confirmed For IRIE FM’s Marcus Garvey Celebration

People from all walks will gather in the IRIE FM Courtyard on Sunday, August 21, to celebrate the life and works of Jamaica’s first national hero, Marcus Garvey.

Under the theme, “Time Come, Remove The Queen and all Remnants of Colonialism,” the IRIE FM Marcus Garvey Celebration will begin at 6:00 am with a live outside broadcast of the Africa Forum “Running African” with Kabu Ma’at Kheru and Mutabaruka.

Enlightening conversations, special guest speakers, performances, Nyabinghi drumming, chanting, and a wide array of displays representing various aspects of our African culture through food, clothing, craft, and music, the day’s activities will go up to 10 pm, and will be streamed live on iriefmdotnet and on the 107 FM dial.

The speakers will include: Bert Samuels – Jamaican Pan African Attorney at Law, Ambassador David Comissiong – Barbados’ Ambassador to CARICOM, and Minister David Muhammad – Trinidad and Eastern Caribbean representative of the Honourable Minister Louis Farrakhan and the Nation of Islam.

The Marcus Garvey Celebration will also feature tribute performances from the likes of Warrior King, Bushman, Chezidek, Hezron, Yaksta, Anthony Cruz, Nesbeth, Little Hero, Prophecy, Bongo Herman, Shav A, Mojo Herb, DYCR, Sativa the Black One, and Wise Words among others. 

Plus performances from Ras Ivie and the Nyabinghi Drummers, and the Moore Town Maroon Cultural Group.

The IRIE FM Marcus Garvey Celebration held annually is a free event that aims to educate, uplift, and inspire through the arts.

SOURCE: IRIE FM

Check Out Jimmy Cliff’s New Album “Refugees” (@jimmycliff)

James Chambers, known professionally as Jimmy Cliff, is a Jamaican treasure. He is the only living reggae musician to hold the Order of Merit, the highest honor that can be granted by the Jamaican government for achievements in the arts and sciences.

Because of his status, whenever he releases new music, or is featured on someone else’s project, it gets a lot of attention- international attention. So when he shared his thirteen-track album titled Refugees a few days ago, it was immediately featured in the biggest music publications, with some of the most respected music critics giving it rave reviews.

Click here to stream and download Refugees from your preferred music store.

Anthony Cruz Delivers Another Sultry Reggae Remix For The Ladies (@JahCruz @Tadsrecord)

Reggae singer, songwriter and producer Anthony Cruz has done it again! The charismatic entertainer has just shared his latest single: a sultry reggae re-make of Alexander O’Neal’s If You Were Here Tonight, produced by Mark Ho-Sang and Tad Dawkins Jr. The song went live on all streaming platforms a few days ago- on August 12th, 2022, courtesy of Tad’s Record.

It is common knowledge (at least to us Jamaicans) that all songs, more often than not, tend to sound better on reggae rhythms. That said, not all singers/chanters are able to do a remix with the kind of passion that matches or surpasses that of the original performer. Anthony Cruz is excellent at that!

The online chatter about this remix is very similar to words spoken when he released his version of Bruno Mars‘ Leave the Door Open. Reggae lovers continue to be amazed by Cruz‘s vocal prowess and the overall care he takes with each song: original or remix.

If You Were Here Tonight will be featured on Anthony‘s upcoming album – Under the Cover – which will be released on Tad’s Record label.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “IF YOU WERE HERE TONIGHT”