Rebel Sound Records has just shared the first single from the upcoming Dread Time Riddim, titled How Long by Major Mackerel. This brand new song is now available on all digital streaming platforms.
Written by none other than the veteran (Major Mackerel) himself, How Long questions the ongoing mistreatment and oppression by an unjust system. The full compilation will be released on April 1st.
Conscious revolutionary artist Kabaka Pyramid, who is known and respected for his lyrical prowess, will be making a stop at Moe’s Alley on Saturday, April 9th. This is a 21 and older event that will also feature DJ Spleece.
Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be allowed in, and will not be eligible for a refund. Moe’s Alley is located at 1535 Commercial Way in Santa Cruz, California. Entrance fee is $25 USD.
Roots Rastafarian artist Bushman connected with Josh Harris – the CEO and owner of Big Feet Records – sometime ago; and both men, along with assistance from some very talented musicians, have created magic!
On the 21st day of January in the year 2022 Big Feet Records released Next To Me; a truly compelling lovers-rock reggae song performed by non other than Bushman. On the record the St. Thomas singer delivered what can only be described as an impassioned vocal presentation, as he pleads for the presence of his love interest.
“Next to me
You give the best
To love you in my destiny, woooo, yes
Close to me, I need you close to me, yes
Cause you mean the most to me, well yes.”
The preceding is taken from the song Next To Me.
Since its release, Next To Me has taken off! The song is being played everywhere by anyone involved in the advancement of reggae music (this is via both traditional and digital media platforms). It has also entered the New York Reggae Chart and is now sitting in the #19 spot.
Rastafarian artist Anthony B will celebrate his birthday with back-to-back live concerts in Europe. The first will be on April 2nd at Stary Klasztor in Wroclaw, Poland, where he will be supported by House of Riddim.
The second will be on the following day – the 3rd of April – at Cassiopeia Club in Berlin, Germany. Here he will be joined by Mystic Roots and Mighty Timeless.
Now that the entertainment sector has reopened artists from all over the world are heading back out on the road. That of course includes Jamaica based reggae and dancehall acts.
That said, Turbulence will be headlining the Malawi Yard1 Fest at the Glalle Gardens in Lilongwe, Malawi on the 19th of March. He will be supported by Tydal Kamau, Don Franco and several other performers. Admission at the gate is K10,000, and all covid-19 prevention measures will be in place.
The El Dorado County Fair & Event Center in Placerville, California, is the location for the 2022 Reggae Campout Festival. This two-day roots reggae camping affair will take place on Friday, March 25th and Saturday, March 26th.
The lineup includes Steel Pulse, Protoje, Anthony B, Don Carlos, Jesse Royal, Kabaka Pyramid, Israel Vibration, King Yellowman, Keznamdi, Hempress Sativa, Big Mountain, Prezident Brown, Mystic Roots and Mighty Mystic. Get tickets here.
Later today, at approximately 2pm (local time) the Roots & Culture Festival will take place at 2 River Road, Cavaliers, Stony Hill. Patrons can look forward to a full day of activities such as hiking, arts and crafts, dubplate sessions etc. all topped off by live performances.
Confirmed performers are: Chezidek, Warrior King, Micah Shemaiah, Bescenta and Mark Wonder. Additional music will be provided by DJ Natty, DJ Kemesha and King Paradise Sound. Adult attendees will pay an admission fee of $1,000 JMD, while children are free.
