Jamaica’s brand ambassadors, Raging Fyah, has joined forces with popular producer Notnice for their latest single. The track is called, “I Ain’t Got Nobody” and as we’ve come to expect from them, it is a powerful roots reggae track. The single was officially released on March 1st and can be streamed and downloaded on iTunes.
Singer Range on Wednesday released the video for her latest single Inward Rasta, which was premiered on reggaeville website. The catchy song was produced by KheilStone alongside Elroy McCormack of Full Rev Entertainment.
Range explained the concept of the video: ‘The concept has a rootsy island theme with heavy drums that play the foundation of our African culture. It tells a story that holds value that no matter race, class, creed or religion Rastafarianism forms the base of universal love and has a reputation that speaks spirituality to all,’ said Range.
The video was shot on location at Rasta Village in Miami, Florida. It was directed by Dewayne Weise and Jorge Castillo. Laced with a positive message, Inward Rasta tells the story about judging a person based on outward appearance.
“The song is based on a mixture of perspectives both on my own extended family structure as well as friends who practice and believe in the faith of the whole life, history and culture of Rastafarianism. The whole concept stems from living in a world where one is not judged or segregated based on what society expects as it relates to practices, beliefs or religion. Inward Rasta speaks for people who maybe frowned upon or judged in today’s world because of their appearance. Though considered misfits in the aspect of such sacred religion they are yet intrigued, fascinated and interconnected to Rastafari in some way. Whether by having friends who practice the faith, families who believe in the faith or through anyone who understands and is willing to share and make aware of this beautiful, powerful, isolated and sacramental practice. Though they might not have the dreadlocks they still have that inner desire and fundamental, physical and spiritual attachment to that of a Rastafarian’, Range explained.
A former fashion model, Range (real name Shana Blair McCormack) is originally from St. Ann. She resides in the United States.
Download Range – Inward Rasta video and MP3 https://we.tl/d1Ke0ePnRj or https://drive.google.com/file/ d/ 0B7J1ArzwAv2pOVhPcGpITHg5dVE/ view?usp=drivesdk
The wait is over and the moment has finally arrived! Reggae On The River has announced their artist lineup for the 2017 staging of the festival which will take place at French’s Camp, Garberville, California on August 3-6, 2017.
Long revered as one of the world’s most iconic Reggae music festivals; the 33rd edition of Reggae On The River will continue this incredible legacy, with a diverse collection of the best and brightest in Reggae and world music from around the globe.
One such artist is Reggae / Dancehall lyricist Assassin, also known as Agent Sasco. Sasco has been having successful consecutive quarters since early 2016. He released a slew of hit singles, including one with hip-hop’s front man, Kanye West. Additionally, he delivered his chart topping album, Theory of Reggaetivity.
Holland Reggae lovers will get a treat this April, as two of Reggae’s biggest stars – Luciano and Freddie McGregor – will be doing a double concert. On Monday, April 3rd the men will do a show at Tivoli Vredenburg in Utrecht. And on Tuesday, April 4th they will be at Paard Van Troje in Denhaag.
On both nights doors will open at 19:30 and it goes without saying that these are live band shows.
Blakkwuman22 Music is pleased to present THE BLACK GOD EP. It features four new songs from Karamanti plus the already popular, BACK AGAINST THE WALL, which was done with Mikey General.
THE BLACK GOD is a diverse project covering four genres: poetry, reggae, dancehall and hip-hop. It features collaborations with Jamaican reggae veteran Mikey General and Ghanian rap artist Obibini. All vocals were written by Karamanti – with the exception of Obibini and Mikey General’s verses which were composed by the respective artists.
As fans and supporters of Karamanti have come to expect from her, this EP is jam packed with controversial issues ranging from sexual education for children to religious racism. Not wanting the entire project to sound too contentious, she has also included a motivational track entitled I BELIEVE IN YOU.
Several talented beat makers contributed to the EP, namely: Alpheus (Germany), Spugy B and D’Ave Productions (Jamaica) and Beat Monsta (Ghana). All songs were mixed by Audio Traxx Productions in Old Harbor, St. Catherine, Jamaica, with the exception of BACK AGAINST THE WALL which was mixed by ODB in Accra, Ghana and BLACK REVOLUTION done by Nad Xclusive, also in Ghana. All the backing vocals were done by Snysh at Mixing Lab Studio in Kingston, Jamaica.
Persons may listen and download all songs on THE BLACK GOD EP here: https://karamanti.bandcamp.com
As Jamaica’s RJR 94 FM gets ready to say goodbye to a long standing member – the well-known and well loved, Alan Magnus – they will be hosting a farewell tribute for him on Saturday, March 25th in the Half Way Tree Transport Center.
The station have called on Thriller U, one of Jamaica’s most soothing reggae singers, to perform. There will also be other entertainers on hand to say farewell to the radio giant. The event will be broadcast live on the Nutty Buddies Show which airs on RJR and everything gets on the way at approximately 10.00 AM.
Click here to listen and download new music from Thriller U via his website: http://artistecard.com/thrilleru#!/musics/116136 and persons can listen RJR broadcast live here: http://rjr94fm.com/
I Grade Records is a premier conscious music label from the US Virgin Islands. The label’s mission is to produce the highest quality roots reggae music emanating from St. Croix and the US Virgin Islands.
The latest release with Jamaican modern roots veteran, Lutan Fyah; “Music Never Dies” is Lutan Fyah’s 16th album to date and his first with I Grade Records. Four years in the making, Music Never Dies reflects the evolution of both artist and producers. Working with Tippy of Zion I Kings and I Grade Records, Lutan Fyan brings a mature and unique melodic and lyrical approach to this new album that is as heavy as it is musical.
The album was recorded in both Jamaica and St Croix, using live musicians. The album features guest appearances by Vaughn Benjamin the Akae Beka (of Midnite band).
“Music Never Dies” can be downloaded from iTunes by clicking here.
