Ambelique’s “Blind Spot” Is Now #3 On South Florida’s Reggae Chart

After approximately 9 weeks on the Top 20 Albums Chart in South Florida, Ambelique‘s “Blind Spot” is currently sitting at #3. This is a 14-track record that came out in November 2024 on Willie Lindo‘s HeavyBeat Records.

“Blind Spot” was produced by Willie Lindo, and it features a handful of top-tier reggae musicians. Robbie Shakespeare played bass guitar; Sly Dunbar and KashieF Lindo did the drum programming; live drums were played by Paul Douglas; keyboards, organ, piano, synth, and additional bass lines were done by Robbie Lyn and KashieF LindoDean Fraser added the saxophone; additional piano and keyboard chords were done by Dave Richards; and Willie Lindo and Hux Brown played guitar, with Ambelique, Pam Hall, Nikesha Lindo, and Shavanique delivering on the background vocals.

So far, the two breakout singles on “Blind Spot” are track #1 “I’m Thankful” and track #4 “Wash Over Gold Watch.” Both are a favorite among selectors and, as a result, are enjoying heavy rotation on reggae platforms worldwide.

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Spend Valentine’s Day With L.U.S.T In Florida

L.U.S.T, the Jamaican vocal group with members Lukie D, Trilla U, Singing Melody and Tony Curtis, will be performing at The Garden (1400 N. State Road 7) in Lauderhill, Florida on Valentine’s Day, Friday, February 14.

Love with L.U.S.T, as it’s being called, is being presented by The Garden, formerly Lallos, and it will start at 7pm local time. Early bird tickets, which are USD$35 per person and USD$60 for couples, can be purchased on Carib Tix.

MC Lyte’s ‘1 Of 1’ Tour Starts In Mid February

MC Lyte, one of the pioneers of female rap, will be going on tour in mid-February to support her latest album, “1 of 1.” The seventeen-track project was shared in September 2024 via My Block Inc., and it features collaborations with a slew of artists: JoiStaRR, Stevie Wonder, Common, Warryn Campbell, Lil Mama, and others.

The tour will start on February 13 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and as of this writing, will wrap up on March 16 in Lansing, Michigan. For the complete schedule, visit mclytenow.com.

The Grammy For Best Reggae Album Goes To ‘Bob Marley: One Love – Music Inspired By The Film (Deluxe)’

The “Bob Marley: One Love—Music Inspired By The Film (Deluxe)” compilation has won Best Reggae Album at this year’s Grammy Awards. It went up against Collie Buddz‘s “Take It Easy,” The Wailers“Evolution,” Shenseea‘s “Never Gets Late Here,” and Vybz Kartel‘s “Party With Me.”

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, which honors the best recordings, compositions, and artists from September 16, 2023, to August 30, 2024, was presented on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.

‘All Star Night Of Worship’ With James Fortune, Deitrick Haddon & Others

There will be an All Star Night of Worship a few days before the 2025 All-Star Game. It will be staged at 3 Crosses Church (20600 John Drive) in Castro Valley, California on Thursday, February 13, from 7-10pm PST.

Sponsored by Food for the Hungry and In Time Co., the All Star Night of Worship will be headlined by James Fortune and Deitrick Haddon. Additionally, there will be performances by Anthem Nights and Ty Morris & HOW with host Jonathan Slocumb. Click here to buy tickets.

Worship With Anthony Evans & Chandler Moore

Following the success of their recent joint appearances late last year, Christian vocalists Anthony Evans and Chandler Moore have announced three more events that will see both men sharing the same stage.

On February 19th, 20th, and 21st, Moore and Evans will headline back-to-back shows in Raleigh, Houston, and Austin, respectively. For additional information about this mini stint, visit worshiptheevent.com.

Bugle Drops New Single “Rock of Ages”

Bugle, the Rastafarian songwriter, lyricist, and producer, has unveiled his new single titled “Rock of Ages.” Released on January 31st through Natural Bond Entertainment, this track is now available across all major streaming platforms including Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer, and Tidal.

In “Rock of Ages,”Bugle continues to convey a consistent message rooted in righteousness. Through each line of the song, he articulates that he is on a divine mission—one that affirms his belief in being blessed, protected, and guided by a higher power. This unwavering commitment to his spiritual journey resonates throughout the composition.

Musically, Bugle demonstrates exceptional mastery as he rides the rhythm—a seamless blend of modern dancehall infused with hip-hop elements. His songwriting prowess shines brightly in this record; many may be unaware that Bugle‘s illustrious career began with penning lyrics for other established artists before stepping into the limelight himself.

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