Realignment Chapter IV

The fourth staging of Realignment will be on Thursday, December 26th, at the Mandeville Primary and Junior High School Playfield in Manchester. It’s scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m. local time, and attendees are encouraged to come out early.

There will be musical presentations by DJ Nicholas, Petra Kaye, Johnmark Wiggan, Prince Saj, Nadine Blair, and Kevin Downswell, who is also the host. American gospel singer and minister Donnie McClurkin is confirmed as the event’s special guest. Click here to buy tickets.

New Music From Sgt. Remo & Chezidek “Stand Up”

Sgt. Remo collaborates with famed Jamaican reggae star Chezidek on a powerful new single titled “Stand Up,” which was officially released on Friday, December 6, 2024. This compelling new track is now available across all major streaming platforms, allowing a broad audience to engage with its impactful message.

The production and mixing of “Stand Up” were expertly handled by Kutral Dub in Chile, with mastering completed by Oddiowave in Gold Beach, Oregon. The single serves as a poignant commentary on the ongoing wars that afflict various regions around the globe. Notably, it was recorded during an exhilarating period when both Chezidek and Sgt. Remo were in Mexico City for a concert.

“Stand Up” is set to be featured on Sgt. Remo‘s forthcoming album scheduled for release in 2025. This highly anticipated full-length project will also showcase collaborations with other esteemed artists such as Fidel Nadal, Dre Z Melodi, Ras Levy, Soulfiya, Kutral Dub, among others.

Sgt. Remo is a Mexican-born reggae vocalist based in San Antonio, Texas, who has been actively contributing to the reggae scene since 2012. His collaboration with Chezidek not only highlights his artistic versatility but also emphasizes the genre’s role as a vehicle for social commentary and change through music.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “STAND UP”

Join Shirley Jones At Atlanta City Winery On Dec. 15th

Shirley Jones, formerly of the trio The Jones Girls, will perform at Atlanta City Winery’s Holiday Brunch on Sunday, December 15, at 12:00 p.m. local time. 

After The Jones Girls disbanded in the mid-1980s, Shirley went on to have a successful solo career. She was offered a contract with Philadelphia International Records and subsequently released the hit single, “Do You Get Enough Love.” The song spent 20 weeks on Billboard’s R&B chart and was followed by a full-length album, “Always In the Mood,” which peaked at No. 8 on Billboard’s Top R&B Albums chart.

FHC Christmas Jolly Jubilee

First Heritage Co-operative Credit Union will be having their Christmas concert on Thursday, December 12th, at the car park of the Eureka Branch, which is located at 8-10 Eureka Road (at the corner of Ripon & Eureka) in Kingston 5, Jamaica.

This will be staged during the company’s lunch hour; it will start at 11:30 a.m. There will be live performances by Nickeishia Barnes, Carey Sayles, and others, as well as lots of prizes and surprises.

The Abyssinians To Headline ‘Legends Of Jah Army’ Concert In Brooklyn

Cultcha Nonstop and Happy Timez Entertainment present the Legends of Jah Army concert and dance on Thursday, December 19, at Cultcha Palace (3605 Church Avenue) in Brooklyn, New York.

The live band show, which starts at 10:00 p.m., will feature performances by The Abyssinians, Cherry Rock, and Sammy Dread. While the juggling will be done by Demolition Sound, Kulcha Kartel, and Natural Mystik Soldiers, all powered by Happy Timez Sound. 

The gates will open at 8:00 p.m., and admission is US$40 before 10:00 p.m.

Kendrick Lamar & SZA Share “Grand National Tour” Dates

Following their recent collaborations on the tracks “Luther” and “Gloria,” which are both featured on Kendrick Lamar‘s GNX album, he and SZA have announced a series of joint concerts for 2025. Dubbed the “Grand National Tour,” it will run from April through to June. See dates and locations below.

April 19
Minneapolis
MN
U.S. Bank Stadium

April 23
Houston, TX
NRG Stadium

April 26
Arlington, TX
AT&T Stadium

April 29
Atlanta, GA
Mercedes Benz Stadium

May 3
Charlotte, NC
Bank of America Stadium

May 5
Philadelphia, PA
Lincoln Financial Field

May 8
East Rutherford, NJ
MetLife Stadium

May 9
East Rutherford, NJ
MetLife Stadium

May 12
Foxborough, MA
Gillette Stadium

May 17
Seattle, WA
Lumen Field

May 21
Los Angeles, CA
Sofi Stadium

May 23
Los Angeles, CA
Sofi Stadium

May 27
Glendale, AZ
State Farm Stadium

May 29
San Francisco, CA
Oracle Park

May 31
Las Vegas, NV
Allegiant Stadium

June 4
St. Louis, MO
The Dome at America’s Center

June 6
Chicago, IL
Soldier Field

June 10
Detroit, MI
Ford Field

June 12
Toronto, ON
Rogers Centre

June 16
Hershey, PA
Hersheypark Stadium

June 18
Washington, DC
Northwest Stadium

Celebrate The Good Times With Third World in St. James

Half Moon, a landmark of world-class hospitality that offers an authentic Jamaican experience, invites one and all to join them in commemorating their 70th anniversary on Saturday, December 14, from 8:00 p.m. at Rose Hall in Montego Bay, St. James.

They will Celebrate the Good Times with a live performance by Jamaican reggae fusion band Third World. General admission is US$270, which includes food and drink. Notably, a part of the proceeds will go towards the Margaret Steuart Scholarship fund, which supports tourism management students at the University of the West Indies. Click here to buy tickets.