KashieF Lindo’s Album “Love On” Now #1 On South Florida’s Foundation Radio Network Reggae Chart

The recently released album by veteran reggae artist KashieF Lindo, Love On, is now sitting at the number one spot on South Florida’s Foundation Radio Network Reggae Chart. This is the first week that the project has risen to the top position, having been at number three last week.

Love On is a fourteen-track reggae album comprising of both lovers-rock and socially conscious tunes. It was published at the beginning of October via the HeavyBeat Records imprint, headed up by legendary producer Willie Lindo. All the songs were written by both KashieF Lindo and Willie Lindo, with the exception of Can’t Run Away From Your Heart, which was also penned by John Holt, Robert George Bailey and Steve Layne; Case Of Emergency, which shares writing credits with John Holt; Prisoner Of Love, written exclusively by Russ Columbo, Clarence Gaskill and Leo Robin; and Love Stake, which was also written by Gregory Isaacs.

Although KashieF has been releasing music over the years, this album is particularly special because it is his first full length studio LP in almost a decade. And the fact that the record has now reached the top of the reggae chart is evidence that the team at HeavyBeat Records is indeed living up to their slogan: “Worl A Reggae Music Bout Yah!!!”

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “LOVE ON”

Veteran Reggae Group The Itals Confirmed For Moe’s Alley On Dec. 3rd

(Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

Veteran Jamaican reggae group, The Itals, will be performing at popular live music venue Moe’s Alley on Friday, December 3rd. The twenty-one and older event will also feature special guests: KavaJah and The Remedy.

Early bird tickets are currently going for $18 USD; while at the door it will be $22 USD. Moe’s Alley is located at 1535 Commercial Way in Santa Cruz, California. Click here to buy tickets.

Veteran Reggae Artist Audley Rollen Returns With “Never Knew Love Till You”

While many in the music industry viewed the restrictions put in place because of the pandemic as a set back, veteran Jamaican recording artist Audley Rollen saw it as an opportunity. 

When shows were cancelled or postponed and persons were being told not to gather in large numbers, Audley went to the studio to work on new music. In April of this year he emerged with what initially sounds like a lovers-rock reggae tune called Never Knew Love Till You. 

The enchanting song – which is laced with horns – should really be classified as reggae-gospel, as Rollen is proclaiming that he never knew love until he committed his life to God. The inclusion of his wife, Dawn Marie, in the official music video may lead some to believe that the record is a temporal love song; but careful attention to the lyrics will prove otherwise.

Regardless if it is received as secular or gospel, the fact is that people are enjoying Never Knew Love Till You. Below are some feedback from random persons online after hearing the track: 

Jossette B. Johnson
“Beautiful words and so true”

Gee Star
“Luv it pure niceness give thanks for great music a big up tune  Boom! boom”

Dodo Diop
“good reggae thank you”

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “NEVER KNEW LOVE TILL YOU”

Win Tickets To See Luciano Live In London – January 2022 (@jahmessenjah)

Reggae artist Luciano and his promo team are offering fans and supporters an opportunity to win two free tickets to see him live in London in the new year. He will be doing a series of shows in England in January 2022, with confirmed stops in London, Manchester and Leicester.

To show his appreciation and love for his followers in London, Luciano has taken to social media to explain how they can get two complimentary passes to the concert scheduled for Monday, January 17th at the Jazz Cafe at 5 Parkway Camden Town. Check out his social media platforms for details.

Tarrus Riley Releases New Single “Love Salute” (@tarrusrileyja @XtmNation)

International recording artist Tarrus Riley has just released a new single called Love Salute. It is a lovers-rock tune that appeals to younger audiences and traditional reggae fans.

Love Salute is the second collaborative effort between Tarrus Riley and music producer Kareem Burrell. The official video was shared on Tarrus’s YouTube channel a day after the audio went live (November 20). Click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Download Love Salute from your preferred music platform: https://ada.lnk.to/Love-Salute

JC Lodge Confirmed As Special Guest Artist For UK’s Met Gala On Dec.12

Event promoters Real Recognise Real, Ricky Spanish Town and Gary English will present the annual UK Met Gala – Black Tie Dinner, Dance & Award Ceremony – on Sunday, December 12th. They have invited and confirmed veteran reggae artist JC Lodge as the special guest performer for the evening.

The Gala will be held at the Regency Banqueting Suite (113 Bruce Grove) in London, United Kingdom. This is an early event that’s scheduled to commence at 4pm (local time); and dinner will be served at 5pm. Additional musical entertainment will be provided by selectors Sir Allando Brando, Spangee British, World Power, Vinyl Star and Andrew Fresh.

Visit eventbrite for more information and to buy tickets.

Mr. D Explains The Inspiration Behind His Latest Single “Vision”

Growing up in the Maxfield Avenue community of Kingston, Jamaica, singer Mr. D remembers he and his brother spending hours at the revival church beside their home. He treasures those childhood days when they played the drums that belonged to the “Mother lady” who ran the church. It inspired “Vision,” his latest song.

Mr. D actually recorded the single years ago but it was never released. This time around, he gave “Vision” a spiritual beat and released it on his label. “I don’t belong to any denomination but yes, I do consider myself a religious person,” said Mr. D, who lives in Georgia

“Vision” is his follow-up to “My Reward,” which was released early this year. After writing songs for other artists including The Silverstones, Mr. D kicked off his recording career in 2020 with the humorous “Pum Pum Yam.”

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN & DOWNLOAD “A VISION”