Do Di Rite Thing Entertainment has just released a new tune from reggae artist Turbulence. The song, titled All We Do Is War, brings to light the issue of psychological and emotional abuse from a male perspective.
On the record Turbulence successfully tells the story of a man who is constantly being mistreated by his lady. The ill-treatment is even more pronounced in the song’s official video. Click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
Bling Dawg and his team have partnered with Walshy Fire to present the Florida edition of his ELEV8 Album Release Party. The event will take place on Tuesday, February 1 at Coyo Taco – 2300 Nw 2nd Ave – in Miami. It is open to the public and there is no cover charge.
The Kingston deejay seems on target to publish ELEV8 On February 4th. Earlier in the month he shared the track list, which includes collaborations with Christopher Martin, Romain Virgo, Morgan Heritage, Popcaan, Bounty Killer, Busy Signal and Tanya Stephens.
Reggae-dancehall artist Little Hero has just released the official video for his catchy single Keep On Shining. The song is featured on the Rooted & Grounded Riddim, published last year by Paul Patmore Production.
When the compilation was first shared, many persons gave Little Hero‘s song great reviews; using words like fabulous, delightful and very nice to describe it. When asked what was the inspiration behind his powerful lyrics the veteran singer simply said: “the Most High. And I write songs based on what I see going on in the world.”
The calls for a video began almost immediately after the Rooted & Grounded Riddim came out. That said, persons who have seen the clip are now saying that it was definitely worth the wait.
Paul Patmore, along with Little Hero and his team, contracted Rayebann Entertainment to direct, shoot and edit the video. Scenes were shot at approximately five different locations in the Parish of Clarendon (Jamaica) at the beginning of January. The visuals, which were just uploaded to Hero‘s new YouTube channel, are absolutely beautiful.
It is clear that reggae-dancehall singjay Teflon intends to remain conscientious in 2022. Last year he received a lot of attention after independently releasing his captivating album, Years a Pain, in March. He subsequently released several singles and videos from the record, while simultaneously sharing new songs not featured on the album.
In 2022 Teflon continues to work. He started the year by sharing a new video for the single Strength, a tune published last year via Triple Bro. Records. If you have not yet seen it, click here or on the image above to watch the visuals and remember to like, comment and share.
The 2022 California Vibrations Festival will take place on February 4th, 5th and 6th at Marina Green Park in Long Beach, California.
Confirmed performers include several local artists as well as some very popular Jamaican acts: Sean Paul, Shaggy, Barrington Levy and Don Carlos, to name a few. One of the event’s most anticipated features is a scheduled tribute to Bob Marley, which will be done by brothers Stephen, Ziggy, Damian, Julian and Ky-Mani Marley.
For tickets and additional information visit the festival’s official website.
On January 21, 2022, dynamic Jamaican singer/songwriter/musician Hezron released “Tik Tok I’m Coming,” the sensuous 2nd single from his much anticipated third album M.O.A.M. (MAN ON A MISSION), which comes to us courtesy of Tad’s Record. Ranked by Reggae industry insiders and his many fans as one of the greatest singer/songwriters of his generation, Hezron brings heartfelt expression and gritty soulfulness to his songs, which addresses personal struggles, societal concerns and romantic situations. Hezron’s scorching vocals on “Tik Tok I’m Coming” evoke the gospel and blues drenched soul of the late iconic Otis Redding’s Stax Records’ sessions in Memphis, Tennessee.
In a statement about the song Hezron said: “Because I am a fan of the social media app TikTok, I thought, if I wrote something that has a current echo but with an old school feeling, it could probably work and “Tik Tok I’m Coming” gave me that vibes, it just connected perfectly.
He continued: “The “Tik Tok I’m Coming” video is edgy, but not too far out because I maintain certain morals, principles and stay within the lines of what is accepted on TV. In the social media era, music has become more visual and I wanted to strike a balance for the people who listen to music and the younger generation who look at it, so I decided to step out of the norm, because if you are too safe you might get lost.”
According to Tad Dawkins, the man behind Tad’s Record: “Hezron has grown so much since his first album, his voice, his writing, his image, he will become a force to be reckoned with in the near future because he has a sound and the soul to go with it. Hezron is at the edge right now, trying to pivot to a wider audience and propel his achievements to the next level. He has that fire in him and he is going to make it work because he is a man on a mission.”
Hezron cites Tad as “my number one supporter, he has believed in me from the very beginning. This is a man that has dedicated his life to keeping reggae culture alive in Jamaica, so we have joined forces to release M.O.A.M., which really is a mission to let the world know that there is still great reggae music and musicianship coming from Jamaica. This album was carefully crafted. It is a true reflection of who I am, and I am excited for my fans to hear it. I believe they will love it as much as I have enjoyed painstakingly selecting every chord. Each track, every instrument on this album was recorded live. “Tik Tok I’m Coming” is my sound, my experience but fundamentally it is Reggae, and it is music for the soul.”
This Friday, January 28, roots-reggae artist Prezident Brown will perform at The Holding Company, located at 5046 Newport Avenue in San Diego, California.
He will be joined by Doah’s Daydream and The Shore Break on the venue’s 1st floor for a night of consciousness live music. Starting time is 7pm and there is an entrance fee of $25 USD.
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