The 2020 International Women Achievers Awards (IWAA) will be held on Saturday, September 26th at Margaritaville in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. In keeping with the current protocols in place because of covid-19, this year’s event will stream live online.
The organizers have confirmed that both Capleton and Ken Boothe will be performing and that they will be supported by the Prophecy Band. Visit iwaawards dot org for additional information.
JahSolidRock Music, one of the few record label that’s been consistent in giving us authentic roots reggae music that highlights the Rastafarian culture and lifestyle, has delivered again!
Their latest contribution to the genre is Akae Beka and Ras Teo‘s “All Hail,” an informative Rasta tune, made even better by the stunning visuals that accompanied it. Click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
Spanish reggae group, Gondwana, have released a new song and video titled “We Are The Lions.” The record is a collaboration done with Jamaica’s music legend Mykal Rose.
“We Are The Lions” was written by the leader of Gondwana, I Locks Labbé, and it’s inspired by both the awareness and resistance of the Rastafarian culture.
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The official video for “The World Is On Fire” by veteran reggae artist Winston ‘Flags’ Smith is out now. The visuals, which show countries all over the world struggling with a global pandemic, economic collapse, racial injustice, climate crisis, crime and violence, accurately reflects the words in the song.
“The World Is On Fire” is on the Crichton Clique Worldwide music label, and it features top-tier musical talents like David Simmons on drums, Anthony Crichton on Rock Guitar, Patrick Quest on Keyboards and Guitar; with harmonies by Shauna Dazzle Dixon.
The song will be featured on Flags upcoming album, titled “One Fine Day.” Click here to watch the video and remember to like, comment and share.
The Jamaican artist who is fondly referred to as ‘the musicians’ singer,’ Pam Hall, has delivered what many are calling a guaranteed hit. The song, which is titled “Want U 4ever,” is a lover’s-rock reggae track that was released independently a few days ago. On the record Pam laments on her undying affection and desire for her love interest, with crafty lyrics penned by herself and Errol Wilson.
Pam explains her inspiration behind the record as follows: “The song was written by myself and Errol Wilson. It started from imagination and also picturing that kind of situation where a woman is the aggressor, expressing her secret crush and strong desire for a deserving man, but in a way that is not as raw or visual as we have gotten accustomed to. In her mind she is lyricsing di bredrin lol.”
The rhythm for “Want U 4ever” was composed by some of the biggest musicians in the reggae industry; Sly Dunbar on drums, Computer Paul on bass and keys, with Pam Hall also contributing on keyboard and bass. Harmonies were done by Pam, her son Akil and her daughter Tafina. It was mixed by Lynford ‘Fatta’ Marshall and mastered by Chris Daley.
International reggae group, Morgan Heritage, have announced that they will be performing at their first and only live-stream concert for 2020. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 7th, starting at 2:00 PM EST.
Tickets, which range in price from $3 to $5 USD, are available via storytellinglive dot net. Instructions on accessing the live feed will be on each E-Ticket.
The official video for Romain Virgo‘s “Hero” was uploaded to his channel a few days ago. The song is featured on the Between the Lines Riddim, which was released in July on the CR203 Productions label.
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