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.
JRDN, the award-winning R&B artist hailing from Nova Scotia, Canada, has recently ventured into the dancehall genre with his single, “Hold Tight.” This marks a notable departure for the singer, known for his Gold-certified hits “U Can Have It All” and “Like Magic” from his 2010 debut album, IAMJRDN. “Like Magic” earned JRDN the 2012 SOCAN Urban Music Award and reached the top spot on both Much and MuchMore Music video charts. In the same year, he received nominations for New Artist of the Year and R&B/Soul Recording of the Year at the JUNO Awards.
Following a short break, JRDN collaborated with various producers on diverse projects. One such collaboration led to “Hold Tight,” produced by Canadian dancehall label 7 Gate Record on their Paradise Riddim. Despite his established R&B background, JRDN‘s performance on “Hold Tight” is a standout, demonstrating his versatility as an artist.
“Hold Tight” infuses dancehall with elements of Caribbean pop. Lyrically, the song explores JRDN‘s infatuation with a woman he meets in a nightclub. The lyrics tell a story of immediate connection and a desire for a deeper relationship.
“Hold Tight,” along with the other tracks on the Paradise Riddim, is available for download on major platforms including iTunes, Amazon Music, and Spotify.
Gospel music ensemble The King Will Come is inviting all believers to join them for the release of their debut album “Conversations with God Vol. 1.”
The event will be held at The Compass Gallery, 250 W Center St #101, in Provo, Utah, on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM MDT. Attendees will experience live performances, group listening, behind-the-scenes stories, live question-and-answer sessions, and more. Click here for tickets.
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