On Saturday, March 29th, American singer, actress, and TV host Dionne Warwick will be live in concert at Plantation Cove in St. Ann, Jamaica. Jamaica’s First Lady of Jazz, Dr. Myrna Hague-Bradshaw, better known as Myrna Hague, is also on the program, as well as reggae legends Marcia Griffiths and Duane Stephenson.
This event is being presented by Coveside Concerts. Digital early bird tickets are available now on coveside.aitix.com, and physical passes can be purchased at Fesco Service Stations.
Novel-T and her team have shared the remake of “Tough Like a Diamond,” a record that was first released as a single years ago but has since been updated by musicians Derrick Barnett, Howard Perry Ricketts, and Michael “Mikey Bassie” Henry.
Although “Tough Like a Diamond” is one of Novel-T‘s biggest songs to date, changes were made to the original rhythm-and-blues-sounding version, converting it to a full reggae record. It is now more upbeat and rhythmic, especially to reggae lovers. What’s more, the theme of never giving up or backing down seems more pronounced on the remix; as such, the song is still an anthem for women all over.
“Tough Like a Diamond” is featured on Novel-T‘s latest album, “Survivor,” which was shared last summer. In addition to “Tough Like a Diamond,” the project also has ten equally captivating tracks, which all showcase Novel-T‘s vocal prowess. “Survivor” is available on all Apple Music, Spotify, iTunes, and all other streaming platforms.
On Saturday, March 8th, members of the Marley family will gather at the Bob Marley Museum (56 Hope Road) in Kingston, Jamaica, to celebrate the life (birthday) of Jo Mersa Marley, Stephen Marley‘s son and the grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley.
The Marley Brothers—Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani, and Damian—will be featured, as well as some of the younger Marley kids. Doors will open at 8pm local time, and there is an entrance fee of J$5,000. Click here to buy tickets.
In the first quarter of 2024, Reggae Vibes Music, the Jamaican record label with offices in New York, Atlanta, and Kingston, shared the “Natural Vibes Riddim.” Initially, the album only featured Busy Signal, Jah Cure, Turbulence, Pressure Busspipe, Powerman, Lutan Fyah, Kurtiouss, Jay Shephard, Rufftop Rock I, and Ginjah. However, subsequent to the release, they added Kenyan singer Cathy Matete, Chilean reggae sing-jay Balaguero, and Jamaican recording artists Dreama and Menny More.
The “Natural Vibes Riddim” has been aptly described as a compilation of hits! Every song has, and continues to enjoy, steady rotation on reggae platforms worldwide. A couple of the tracks have even gotten visuals, which has contributed to the rhythm’s consistent presence in the media. The latest music video from the “Natural Vibes Riddim” is for Jay Shephard‘s “Higher.” Shot and edited by Brice Media Films Entertainment, the clip premiered on Reggaeville’s YouTube channel on February 18, 2025.
Jay Shephard is an established reggae-dancehall artist from Nassau, Bahamas. Although he has an extensive catalogue, both he and his longtime supporters agree that “Higher” is special because it was recorded after he survived a gunshot to his face. Also, according to Shephard, prior to being shot, he was not able to sing. So in an ironic twist, something that was meant to end his life (being shot) has actually added to his life by giving him a skill he did not have before.
All songs on the “Natural Vibes Riddim” are available on streaming platforms, and the music videos for Jah Cure‘s “How Can I Explain,”Kurtiouss‘ “This Love For You,” and now Jay Shephard‘s “Higher” can be viewed on YouTube.
Italian reggae group Mellow Mood has just shared the lead single from their upcoming album. The track, titled “Pull Up,” is a collaboration done with Jamaican singer Romain Virgo, who delivered a strong heartfelt verse on the bouncy reggae rhythm.
The official video for “Pull Up” premiered on Mellow Mood‘s YouTube channel on February 10th, five days after the song went live on streaming platforms. If you have not yet seen it, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.
A lot of people may not be aware that reggae legend Ziggy Marley is featured on “Rebel Queen,” the 2024 album released by Nigerian pop star Yemi Alade. Marley and Alade collaborated on track #11—Peace & Love—a reggae record that, as the name suggests, promotes unity and tenderness.
“Rebel Queen” came out on July 26 via Effyzzie Music label, the imprint to which Yemi Alade is signed. Ziggy Marley is not the only Jamaican on the project; she also did a song with Konshens called “Baddie.”
#1. Warning – SIR (Da Love Philosyfa) – DJR Unleash Prod.
#2. I Believe – Imar Shepherd & Sizzla – 24-7 Production
#3. Win Over – Prophecy – Benz Red Square Connections
#4. When You Love Someone – Ambelique ft. Hawkeye – Taxi Records
#5. Just The Way You Are – Milton Blake – Pickout Records
The above chart airs on The Harmonious Combination with Disc Jock Redeem and King Genius on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. (CST) and 4:00 p.m. (BST) on 1 Harmony Radio in London, England.
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