Jamaican reggae singer Etana will be in Kenya from December 6th through the 15th for ‘The Pamoja Tour.’ The Strong One, as she is often called, will be joined by supporting acts Wyre, Double Trouble, and DJ Boom. See the full tour schedule below and visit tikiti.co.ke to purchase tickets.
December 06 – Nanyuki Town @ Moran Lounge
December 07 – Nairobi @ Jamhuri Park Grounds
December 11 – Mombasa @ Volume VIP Club
December 13 – Meru @ BVB Lounge
December 15 – Eldoret @ Baniyas Square
Member of Parliament for Saint Ann North Western Krystal Lee will roll out the 3rd edition of “Glory to God in the Highest,” a gospel concert, on Saturday, December 14. It will be presented at the Discovery Bay Community Center and Recreational Grounds in St. Ann, Jamaica
From 6:00 p.m. until… Marvia Providence, Kevin Downswell, Carlene Davis, Kukudoo, Jai Kingston, Goddy Goddy, Prince Saj, Sister Arlene, Unity Singers, Brother Delly, and Sister Almarie McBean will lift your spirits with their music ministry. Admission is free for everyone!
Reggae and dancehall enthusiasts continue to show their love and support for Lt. Stitchie. They have announced another fundraising benefit concert for the dancehall governor. This one will be on Sunday, December 1st, at the JCC (995 Arrow Road) in North York, Ontario.
The incredible lineup features Exco Levi, Iley Dread, Tiffani Malvo, Kairo McLean, Sample King, Empress Minott, Lazah Current, Donna Makeda, George P, and Winston Paddy, and that is just to name a few. Running time is 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and the organizers are asking that you donate whatever you can at the door.
Trinidadian reggae singer Marlon Asher, who became a household name in 2006 with his first hit song, “Ganja Farmer,” is confirmed for Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz, California, on Friday, December 27th. He will be joined by San Francisco reggae ensemble Native Elements and Selecta 7.
Asher is currently promoting his latest single and visual, “Give Praise,” done as a collaboration with inspirational reggae artist Luciano. Click here or on the image above to check out the official video, and remember to like, comment, and share.
Elegance Banquet Hall and Cuban One Umbrella present a first-time musical tribute to reggae legends Jacob Miller and Bob Marley. The event will be on Saturday, December 14, at Elegance Banquet Hall (2964 Main Street) in Hartford, Connecticut.
It will be headlined by Inner Circle, Jacob Miller‘s band, and The Wailers, Bob Marley‘s band. Jamaican-born guitarist and singer Julian Junior Marvin will perform with The Wailers. The lineup will also feature performances by Iyafonso and King Shanni, with additional music by selectors Ras Hammer, Patrick Power, and Black Hustler. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Last summer, Rastafarian reggae artist Ras Kronik released his 3rd studio album, “The Energy.” Since it came out, he and the team at Pandemic Records & Entertainment LLC, the imprint on which it is published, have been sharing individual tracks as singles. The latest is “Agree to Disagree,” track number 2.
The timely record encourages listeners to come to an understanding with whomever they disagree with as opposed to getting into squabbles. Ras Kronik goes even deeper by emphasizing the importance of love and unity. He reminds us that despite our differences, we actually have more in common than that which divides us.
“Agree to Disagree” is a powerful reggae tune that was reshared as a single on September 20th, 2024. It is currently available on Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, Tidal, iTunes, and other streaming platforms.
Ambelique, one of Jamaica’s musical gems, has joined forces with legendary reggae producer Willie Lindo for the absolutely enchanting new album titled “Blind Spot.” This is a 14-track record with no collaborative features that went live on streaming platforms on Friday, November 15.
“Blind Spot” starts with three minutes and thirty-one seconds of Ambelique expressing gratitude to the Most High. From there he goes into his signature style, lovers rock, and throughout the entire record he remains on that path, only deviating on tracks #4, “Wash Over Gold Watch,” and #7, “I Wouldn’t Change A Thing.” On the former, he lashes out against the commonly accepted 9-5 work routine, while on the latter, he recounts his life’s journey.
This album, though produced by Willie Lindo, has contributions by an all-star cast of musicians and vocalists. The late, great Robbie Shakespeare played bass guitar, while his other half, Sly Dunbar, joined KashieF Lindo on the drum programming. The actual drums were played by Paul Douglas; keyboards, organ, piano, synth, and additional bass lines were done by Robbie Lyn and KashieF Lindo; and Jamaica’s king of sax, DeanFraser, added the saxophone. It should be noted that Dave Richards also contributed on the piano and keyboard, while Willie Lindo and Hux Brown delivered on the guitar. Finally, backing vocals were added by Ambelique, Pam Hall, Nikesha Lindo, and Shavanique.
“Blind Spot” is now available on Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, Tidal, iTunes, etc., and it’s on Willie Lindo‘s HeavyBeat Records label.
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