Known for the 1981 hit song “To Be Poor Is A Crime,” Joseph Grant is one of Jamaica’s pioneering reggae acts. On February 3rd he will be taking his Still Cool Band to Voxhall Aarhus (Vester Allé 15, 8000 Aarhus, Denmark) as he is slated to headline the annual Bob Marley Celebration.
In celebration of Reggae Month, on February 2, Studio One will release From the Vaults, Vol. 1, on CD and digital for the first time with an Apple Music exclusive stream from February 1-15. The album will be available at all digital service providers February 16. Out-of-print for a decade, February 23 sees the release of Freddie McGregor’s Bobby Bobylon deluxe edition on CD. Pre-orders are now available for From the Vaults, Vol 1 and Freddie McGregor, Bobby Bobylon.
Luciano the messenger is back at it again! His latest release, “Talk Bout,” on the Island Treasure Records label, is a solid song that is well written, produced and delivered. The messenger is in full form as he tells his listener; “come let’s talk about natural facts of life, and let’s talk about how to make things right.”
Veteran reggae songstress Marcia Griffiths recently signed an exclusive booking deal with the New York based Donsome Booking Agency.
The company which has secured bookings for many local and international artistes, is well known throughout the music industry for its professionalism and commitment to its clients.
In a media release, Marcia who was a part of Bob Marley’s backing vocal trio The I-Threes and who recently celebrate 54 years in the music industry, explained why she chose to work with the agency.
‘Donsome Booking Agency is well known in the music fraternity for their meticulous work and how they collaborate with their artistes and guide them in a professional manner to elevate their musical career. So, because of their track record I decided to acquire their services to represent me,’ said Griffiths.
The booking agency is headed by Adrian ‘Donsome’ Hanson. Griffiths is confident that her association with the company will elevate and enhance her career.
She spoke about new projects that her fans can look forward to.
‘Presently I am in the studio preparing and recording my new single that will be released in a few weeks, so my fans, can look out for it,’ said Griffiths whose latest single Too Good at Goodbyes is currently riding the South Florida and Foundation Radio Network Reggae charts.
Hanson who is ecstatic about working with Griffiths, shared some of his plans for her career.
‘The plan is to take the Queen of Reggae to the zenith path of her musical career and rejuvenate and expand her fan base across the world, so her faithful fans will once again have the opportunity to see her on tour in Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, North America and the Caribbean.’
Earlier today Lt. Stitchie did an interview with Winford Williams for the popular entertainment program, Onstage. The artist was invited on the show to premiere his newly released music video, “undisputed.”
Once the video was aired, the men got in a heated discussion about Christianity and the Rastafarian faith. The reasoning was centered around the current crime rate on the island and the role both religions are playing to either contribute to, or reduce it. The conversation got deep and intense as both men were very passionate about their points of view.
We are encouraging you to tune into Onstage on CVM TV this Saturday, January 27th at 9:00 PM to check it out.
Florida based reggae artist Zally has just shared the official cover for his upcoming EP entitled, “Call on Jah.” The project, which is on the C-Hawk Productions label, will be available to the public on Thursday, February 1st.
In keeping with the lyrical contents on the record, the CD cover shows a powerful picture of Zally displaying a neck-piece and badges from the Rastafarian faith. One look on the picture and persons should know to expect music that is conscious, though provoking and transformational.
The first single from the EP was released on December 20th and can be streamed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0f2xfp8-8DU. For more information about Zally, visit his official website at: https://zallybuff.com.
Morgan Heritage’s company, Golden CBD Water, will host a pre-GRAMMY event in honor of their 2018 nomination. Notables from all facets of the Caribbean diaspora will intertwine, mix and mingle with mainstream media, sports figures, politicians and business figures to not only celebrate Morgan Heritage’s achievements, but to honor all nominees and reggae as a whole.
The Golden GRAMMY Party will be hosted by media personality Dahved Levy from WBLS and famed comedian Majah Hype, the pre-GRAMMY party will feature special performances by Jemere Morgan and K’Coneil, with music provided by DJ Norie of Power 105, Massive B, DJ Roy and UK’s DJ Splackavelli. With an anticipated red carpet which will boasts a gamut of stars, the pre-GRAMMY party will take place on January 26th at Suite 36 located at 16 W36th st, New York. Admission $150 Pre-Sale, $250 at door with a number of limited tables are available at www.fanlink.to/goldengrammyparty
MARIA JACKSON 27 MAGAZINE 