Erykah Badu will perform at London’s Eventim Apollo Hammersmith on July 6th, 2017 (@fatbellybella)

The Voice and Neo Luv are giving Erykah Badu fans an exclusive chance to grab tickets from today, before they go on sale to the general public this Friday!

Choose from seated or standing tickets and prepare to celebrate with Erykah Badu as she marks the 20th anniversary of her two-time Grammy-winning debut album, Baduizm. 

New Dancehall Video: Elephant Man & Kiprich – Ski (@direalkiprich @ElephantManJa)

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The energy god, Elephant Man, has finally released the official video for his trending single “ski,” which was done in collaboration with Kiprich. One very noteworthy thing about this video is that the living legend, Usain Bolt is featured in it.

Click here or on the image above to watch it.

New Roots Reggae Release: Raging Fyah – I Ain’t Got Nobody (@Ragingfyah)

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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.

​NEW REGGAE VIDEO: RANGE – INWARD RASTA (@RangeOfficial1)

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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 

​Jam Link Intl. Shares The Official Poster For The 2017 One Love Poetry Festival

On April 5th a slew of poets and story tellers will gather at Atlas Aarhus in Denmark for the 2017 One Love Poetry Festival. Earlier today Jam Link shared the official poster which was designed by MJE.

Confirmed poets are: Tahir Mirza, Line Hassall Thomsen, Judy Wanderi, Camilla Sydel, Janis Lynn Franko, Wael, Jefferys and Annette Vogel. There will also be musical entertainment from soul singer Pearl, Rony and John & James.

Additionally, patrons will be treated to finger food courtesy of foodfein, coffee from Marley Coffee and haircuts by Adel. Entry fee is only 50Kr.

For more information persons are encouraged to visit the event’s FB page.

Nigerian Artist Bigstreet Releases New Single “Oyege” (@Realbigstreet @bethebestmusic)

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Righteous Nwabueze Odili AKA Bigstreet finally releases his debut single under BTB records.With the flow of 2Baba, the vocal range of Banky W and the tone of Flavour n’abania, Bigstreet entertains with the body swaying mellow “Oyege” meaning “Beautiful Woman”. A love song about a captivating and charismatic beauty the singer is infatuated with.

The single starts off as RnB, slowly progressing into a medium tempo but mainstream pop sound before seamlessly flowing into a distinct highlife sound before ending in a crescendo signed by the eponymous producer. The song climaxes as it breaks down into the bridge where the singer displays his eastern Nigerian roots and professes his love in Igbo. His voice though sweet and airy, possesses a slight husk; a tell-tale sign of the street hustle he endured for many years in order to debut his music to the world. The intermittent chiming bells and light horns towards the end of the track, paint a picture of anticipated victory and celebration with loved ones; a wedding song for the club perhaps?

Whichever way you choose to swing it, “Oyege,” is a feel good music at its best. The radio friendly, repetitive chorus and groovy beat engraves the song in the minds of listeners. “Oyege” was produced by hit maker Don L37 and released under BTB Records. Click here to listen & download.

Agent Sasco Confirmed for ‘Reggae on the River’ 2017 (@AgentSasco)

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.