Brent’s 2020 reggae heritage series will conclude this Sunday, November 15th, with the ‘No Bass Like Home Online Festival,’ which is a seven-hour virtual celebration of reggae music, culture and lifestyle. The event will be curated by Seani B from BBC Radio 1Xtra.
The event, which will be streamed live on both YouTube and Facebook, will feature General Levy, Horace Andy, Julian Marley, Ken Boothe, Marla Brown, Christopher Ellis and much more.
With literally hundreds of new reggae songs being released on a daily basis, new music in this and frankly any other genre, have to be really good in order to stand out and get enough attention so as to propel it to the next level. The brand new single from reggae recording artist Peetah Sancho is one such song.
“I&I” is a roots reggae track that was inspired by several thoughts Sancho had: 1) that of unity among the elders and there responsibilities towards the younger generation. 2) The system of inequality that leads to oppression of our youths. And 3) the overall inability to progress in society.
On the record Peetah Sancho asks a series of questions, such as: “who is going to help me teach the youths dem reality?Who is going to help me tell them bout his majesty?Who is going to help me build back black supremacy?” The song is dulcet, melodious, sonorous and simply a blessing.
When an incredible work is created usually all credits are given to the person or persons at the forefront, but we must acknowledge and highlight the musicians that aided in the production of this beautiful song: Danny Miller (bass), Nami Harmon (sax), Andy Bassford (guitar) and Meds (drums). “I&I” was voiced at Jaamazima Studio and was later revisited and over dubbed at Bulwakie’s.
When asked what he would like listeners to take away from such a powerful song, Peetah Sancho said the following: “What I would want from the listeners is just to give an ear to the words that I’m saying.“
Roots reggae lovers will be getting a special Christmas gift from master saxophonist and producer, Dean Fraser. He will be releasing an album, dubbed “Nyabinghi Christmas,” which will feature songs like “When a Child is Born,” “Santa Ketch Up Inna Mango Tree,” “Feliz Navidad” and others, all arranged against Rasta-influenced drumming.
At the end of October Jamaican reggae artist Lutan Fyah partnered with Surinamer/Dutch singer Samora on a new lover’s-rock reggae single, titled “What You Come For.” The release of the audio was accompanied by the official video, which, though simple, was well executed.
Click here or on the image above to watch the visuals and remember to like, comment and share.
Ugandan reggae artist Bobi Wine, who is also a politician and activist, recently collaborated with Buju Banton on a powerful track titled “Ballot Or Bullet Ugandan.”
This is a freedom song that’s meant to encourage all African nations – not just Ugandans – to strive for liberation. Click here to watch the official video and remember to like, comment and share.
On July 18th, 1995, Buju Banton released the “Til Shiloh” album via Loose Cannon Records (a subsidiary of Island Records at the time). The album, with its many hits, catapulted Buju‘s already established career to whole new level.
As team Buju celebrates the project’s 25th anniversary, they are now planning to share a new edition of the entire album. The updated version, which will be officially released on December 18th, will include never heard before songs. Click here to pre-order.
After some hiccups and set backs, one of reggae’s most celebrated voice, Toots Hibbert, will officially be laid to rest on Sunday, November 15th, at National Heroes Park in Kingston, Jamaica.
Hibbert‘s body will be buried next to that of reggae icon Dennis Emanuel Brown, in a spot reserved for cultural icons.
