Jamaican reggae artist Bushman has started a vlog which is centered around the Parish from which he hails, St. Thomas. The Rastafarian singer has already uploaded a brief clip, introducing the project and giving viewers an idea of what they can expect from this new video blog.
He is encouraging his fans and supporters to subscribe to his official YouTube channel, so that they can be alerted when new episodes are uploaded.
Derrick Morgan, the ska and rocksteady singer who rose to prominence in the 1960s and 70s, will host a virtual celebration in honor of his 81st birthday on Saturday, April 10th at 5 PM EST.
According to Morgan, viewers will be treated to performances from Jimmy Cliff, Ky-Mani Marley, Beenie Man, Alborosie, The Tennors, Dean Fraser, Glen Washington, Max Romeo, The Clarendonians and many more. Additionally, there will be appearances by Beres Hammond, Sean Kingston, Freddie McGregor and Mafia & Fluxy.
Persons wanting more information should follow Derrick Morgan on all his social media platforms.
The official video for “Make It Breathe,” a track featured on the new album from Runkus (Determine‘s son) was released about a week ago. The record has a very strong message – particularly as it relates to dealing with the violence across Jamaica – and it features Tarrus Riley.
If you have not yet had a chance to check it out, click here or on the image above to watch it and remember to like, comment and share.
“Liar Liar” is the latest release from reggae singer Glen Washington. The record was published on March 19th and it comes courtesy of French label Irie Ites Records, with distribution from Evidence Music.
Click here to listen and download the track from your preferred music platform.
Jamaican reggae singer, Lenn Hammond, who is now based in Canada, has joined forces with Josh Harris, the CEO and owner of Big Feet Records, to share a new lovers-rock reggae tune titled “This Moment.” Much like his uncle, the legendary Beres Hammond, Lenn also has a unique way of delivering his songs, especially the ones dedicated to the ladies.
“This Moment” is one of those laid back love songs that’s ideal for special occasions shared between lovers. Events such as weddings, anniversaries and birthdays come to mind.
Hammond was connected to Josh Harris, a California based producer and reggae fanatic, through a mutual friend, DJ Ron Miller, who thought that Lenn would be a good fit for some of the projects Harris was working on.
Josh single-handedly created the beat for “This Moment,” with the exception of the guitars, which were played by Anthony Cinquini. It was mixed and mastered at the Suomenlinnan Studio in Helsinki, Finland by Tommi Tikkamen.
Although Tarrus Riley has been busy releasing a lot of dancehall records of late, it is his new reggae single, “Be Great,” done on the “21 Greatness Riddim,” that is garnering all the attention! It seems many of his fans prefer the positive reggae vibe he delivered on this track. The “21 Greatness Riddim,” which also features legendary saxophonist Dean Fraser, is produced by The Notorious KOOL G for his label Innovation Muzik; an imprint he co-owns with Selector Matches.
The official video for “Be Great” premiered on YouTube this past Friday, March 12th. It tells the story of a young Jamaican boy whose only aspiration is to become a track and field star like Usain Bolt. It goes on to show him admiring pictures of his heroes as he trains daily, while getting support from his struggling mother. These images are complimented by clips of Tarrus Riley singing “Be Great.”
While there is huge anticipation for the release of the “21 Greatness Riddim,”Tarrus Riley‘s single continues to pick up steam in the United States, England, Jamaica and the rest of the world. Its momentum is especially growing in the UK where it is now getting steady rotation on both commercial and digital radio. That being said, many who have heard “Be Great” are now eager to hear what Queen Ifrica, Luciano, Nature Ellis, Gott-Yo and all the other artists tapped for the project will do on it.
Although many in the forefront of the reggae and dancehall industry have sold their souls for money, fame and power, there are still a handful of artists that are representing the foundation of this music. One such artist is veteran sing-jay Lutan Fyah.
A few days ago he released the official video for “Stick to Culture,’ a song that was initially shared some time ago, but one that is very relevant right now. I urge all Jamaican youths to pay very close attention to the words in this song, because it is clear that so many have abandoned the culture.
Click here to watch the video (and listen the song) and remember to like, comment and share.
MARIA JACKSON 27 MAGAZINE 