As Indian hip-hop continues to claim its position on the world stage, Mass Appeal, the imprint co-owned by American rap legend Nas, presents The World Reunion Charity Concert.
Powered by Royal Enfield Hunter 350, this event will feature Nas, DIVINE, Raftaar, King, KR$NA, Dabzee, and others at the Nesco Center, Hall No. 5, in Mumbai, India, on Saturday, April 19th. All proceeds from this gathering will support charities and foundations dedicated to empowering education. Click here for more info.
The 2025 staging of the annual St. Mary Kite & Food Festival takes place this weekend on Easter Sunday, April 20th, at Buccaneers in Port Maria, St. Mary. This is an all-day family event that will commence at 10am local time.
During the day there will be several activities for the entire family, followed by a concert at night. The live show will feature performances by Capleton, Agent Sasco, Jamal, and Jada Kingdom. The entrance fee at the gate is JMD$4,000 before 10pm and JMD$6,000 after.
R&B girl group Xscape will perform at Vystar Amphitheater at The Bridge (4650 N. Henry Blvd.) in Stockbridge, Georgia, on Saturday, May 3rd. They will be joined by two other esteemed girl groups: Total and 702.
The event, dubbed ‘My Girls Night,’ will begin at 6pm, which is approximately two hours before the live concert. Tickets are available on Vystar Amphitheater’s website.
Singer and songwriter Peabo Bryson, who is known for his hit singles “Tonight, I Celebrate My Love,” “You’re Looking Like Love To Me,” and “As Long As There’s Christmas” done with Roberta Flack, and so much more, will perform at Atlanta’s City Winery on April 20th and 21st.
The Grammy Award winner will do two shows on the 20th: one at 6pm and another at 9pm. It should be noted that the 6pm concert is completely sold out. That said, Bryson will return on the 21st for an additional set at 8pm. Click here for links to tickets.
The Embrace Music Foundation, in collaboration with the City of Miramar, presents “Rhythms of Africa—Music to My Ears.” Hosted by Mayor Wayne Messam, there will be performances by the legendary Ken Boothe, mesmerizing violinist Demola, and dynamic duo Jiggy Jack & Jacky Ambroise (formerly Strings).
Furthermore, the incredible talents of Somerset Academy High School under the direction of Reggae Ambassador Willie Stewart will be on display, as well as the vibrant sounds of the Rhythms of Africa Band.
It will take place on Saturday, April 26th, and Sunday, April 27th, at the Miramar Cultural Center in Miramar, Florida. Get additional information at www.miramarculturalcenter.org.
Veteran recording artist Spragga Benz will be having a 90s dancehall-style birthday celebration on Saturday, May 31st, at Legendz Lounge—3 Market Street—in Frederiksted, St. Croix.
Benz, whose actual born day is May 30th, will be joined by Supa Twitch, Star General Y2K, Fyah Emblem, and DJ Calvin. Doors will open at 10pm local time, and tickets are going for $30.
Oneness Apostolic Assembly of Jesus Christ will be hosting the return of Skoolaz Praise on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 18 Federal Road in Spanish Town, St. Catherine. This event is all about providing financial assistance for back-to-school and nurturing the spiritual growth of the community’s youth.
The following ministers are on the program: Johnmark Wiggan, Anointed Ones, Ruth-Ann Palmer, Gospel Kyd, Gavin McDonald, and others, with MC Darrion Kelly at the helm. Presold tickets are available for JMD$2,000; at the gate it will be JMD$2,500. For additional information, contact (876) 329-9601.
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