Thriller U has just been added to Farm Up Jamaica Jerk Roots & Yam Festival, which takes place in NYC at Roy Wilkins Park on Sunday, June 11th (from 10 am to 8 pm). Additionally, fans and supports of the singer can catch him in the following cities this summer:
May 14 – performing with LUST. Montego Bay, Jamaica
May 21 – Lauderhill, Florida
Jun 18 – Toronto, Canada
Jun 28 – Atlanta, GA
Jul 1 – Detroit, MI
More dates/locations to be added.
As Christopher Martin continues to promote his recently released album, “Big Deal,” his next stop is in Seattle, Washington. The artist performs at the Red Lounge (1212 E Jefferson Street) tonight, May 5th.
The event will start at 10pm and will go until approximately 2am, with additional music by XTen and ZJ Veteran. Entrance fee is $35.
Freddie McGregor will on Thursday May 25, 2017 receive the prestigious Silver Musgrave Awards for his contribution to the arts through music at the Institute of Jamaica in Kingston. Mr. McGregor is highly appreciative of this award and shares that he feels most appreciated when celebrated at home especially for awards selected by the cultural and creative community to which he belongs. “To be given an award in the same category as the Honorable Louise Bennett and Professor Rex Nettleford is really heartwarming for various reasons as it a testament to the fact that Reggae music is appreciated among all classes of Jamaicans whether uptown, downtown, political or academic.”
Mr. McGregor is just returning to Jamaica after a European tour and looks forward to the ceremony where he will receive this honor. His tour schedule is evidence of a stalwart whose music remains relevant to audiences all over the world. The consummate music professional, Mr. McGregor is excited to continue doing what he believes he does best and furthering his contribution to society through the opening of the legendary Big Ship Recording Studio to talented youth, performing for charity and encouraging economic empowerment through agriculture or music business.
With over fifty years in the music industry, Freddie believes he has the formula to be on the scene for many more years sharing it comfortably with a new generation of musicians whom he encourages to not become caught up in the glamourous side of the business but place value on a authenticity, professionalism, dedication and hard work which he believes are the reasons for his success. With his catalogue of classics inclusive of the signature Big Ship, Push Come to Shove, Prophecy and his successful 2016 “True to My Roots” album, with a Silver Musgrave Freddie McGregor remains The Captain of his own ship.
About Musgrave Awards
The Musgrave Medal is one of the oldest awards of its kind in the Western Hemisphere and awarded by the Institute of Jamaica in recognition of achievement in art, science, and literature. Presented for the first time in 1897, it was introduced as a memorial to Sir Anthony Musgrave, who founded the IOJ in 1879, during his tenure as Governor of Jamaica. A Gold medal is awarded for distinguished eminence, Silver for outstanding merit, and Bronze for merit in the fields of literature, science or art.
The ladies in Antigua will be treated to an up close and personal performance by Jamaica’s song bird, Romain Virgo. The artist is confirmed for the Mother’s Day edition of the popular event, Ladies First.
It takes place on Saturday, May 13th at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium (Beehive Party Stand) in Antigua. Doors open at 9pm and admission is $70 in advance and $80 at the door. Enjoy!
Likkle Lightning is back on American soil after a short stint in Africa. The roots, reggae, Rasta artist joined Turbulence and Mega Banton for three shows in Zimbabwe.
The men were confirmed for and performed at Redfox Hotel in Greendale, Harare on Friday, April 14th, B.A.C. Leisure Center in Bulawayo on Saturday, April 15th and at the Glamis Arena (Show Grounds) in Harare on Monday April 17th.
When asked about the tour, Likkle Lightning simply said: “I had a great time.”
The popular concert series, Redemption, held in Trinidad and Tobago, will feature Beres Hammond, Junior Kelly, Glen Washington and Bushman. The men will all be backed by a full band from Jamaica.
The event takes place at the Hasely Crawford Stadium (Wrightson Road, West Indies Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago) on Saturday, June 17th, 2017.
Tickets are now available for $250 (general admission) and $500 for VIP. Link to purchase online is: www.TicketFederation.com
The Strong One is a special guest of Morgan Heritage who has recently embarked on their Avrakedabra world tour 2017. Fans will be treated to some roots and reggae, as Etana performs some of her biggest classic and newest hits in Oxford, Manchester, Birmingham and London (see dates below).
It is a busy summer ahead for the touring songbird, who between shows is hard at work in studio putting finishing touches on an upcoming summer 2017 EP.
UK DATES
May 4th – Oxford O2 Academy
May 5th – Manchester O2 Ritz
May 6th – Birmingham O2 Academy
May 7th – London O2 Forum Kentish Town
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