A few days ago Breaking Expectations and J-Rod Records released a powerful dancehall single titled “Mother Nature.” The song, which is a collaborative effort, is performed by both Julian Marley and Junior Reid.
“Mother Nature” is a social commentary record that highlights the way in which human beings are out of balance with nature, choosing to focus on money and power as oppose to life and health. Click here to stream and download the track from your preferred platform.
Earlier in the year Jamaican born / American based reggae artist, Eurtis Purple, released his debut album “Day By Day.” The project has 12 tracks, each arranged and produced by the talented guitarist, singer and songwriter. A few of the standout songs worth mentioning are: the powerful, but laid back title track “Day By Day,” as well as covers of Marvin Gaye‘s “What’s Going On” and “Crystal Blue Persuasion,” originally done by Tommy James and The Shondells.
The title track was inspired by the incalculable violence and wars going on around the globe; Eurtis Purple felt he had to use his talent to shine additional light on the situation. An official video, directed by Malees Films, was also created for this single.
The full album and all related projects are exclusive to Eurtis Purple‘s own record label and publishing house, Purple Muzic Productions.
Freddie McGregor’s 64th birthday party will stream live from the Big Ship headquarters in Jamaica on Saturday, June 27th, starting at 6 PM UTC. He will be joined by Cat Coore of Third World, Christopher Martin, Dre Island, Singing Sweet and Naomi Cowan, with full support from the Big Ship Band.
For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit: freddiemcgregor dot veeps dot com. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the NAACP Legal Defense & Education Fund, as well as the Haile Selassie School, located in Kingston, Jamaica.
A few days ago we announced that roots artist Bushman would be delivering a special Father’s Day performance with the support of the Riddim 2000 Band.
Regretfully, we are now learning that the event is cancelled; and the reason for the cancellation is that Bushman is apparently sick and is unable to work.
Reggae artist Tarrus Riley shares new single titled “Healing” and announces the upcoming LP by the same name, due for release on July 10th, 2020. The 12-track LP is produced by Shane Brown and legendary sax man Dean Fraser, along with Riley himself.
The single is beautiful ballad in which Riley is calling on Jah for a healing in these trying times. Click here to stream and download “Healing.”
On June 15th, African Museum Records released a remix of the mega hit “Night Nurse,” originally performed by iconic reggae artist Gregory Isaacs. The new version features various artists and musicians from all over the world: Flabba Holt, Mr. Vegas, Dotta Coppa, Papa Michigan, Kenny Smyth, Darrio (Jamaica); Rocky Dawuni (Ghana), Wyre (Kenya), Megumi Mesaku (Japan/UK), Glenny (Suriname), Afrikan Simba (Nigeria), IZA (Poland /Germany/USA), Kayafyahouse (Cap Verde) and Adonai (Brazil).
The song was done to honor medical professionals all over the world, and monies made from this record will go towards musicians and artists affected by the pandemic. Click here to stream and download “Night Nurse” from your preferred music platform.
Veteran reggae artist, Everton Blender, is promoting a new collaboration done with the dancehall king, Beenie Man, called “Slackness.” On the bouncy one-drop tune both men highlight a number of things that they find to be troubling.
“Slackness” was officially released at the end of May and is live on iTunes and all other music platforms.
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