In the first quarter of 2024, Jamaican producer Dub Chemist, who is now based in America, released five individual singles on an instrumental called Royal Plus Riddim. On its own, the gentle, groovy reggae beat charms listeners with its authenticity. It comes across as a beautiful blank canvas on which each artist painted a different vision with their words and melodies.

The project features “Paradise” by Raquel Sellars, “Love Over All Things” by BlacSpade, “Trim Trim Trim” by Pashon Minott, “Nuh Waan See Yu” by I-Tru Jah,” and “Blend & Mend Again” by Magano. BlacSpade and Pashon Minott songs highlight and celebrate the Rastafarian way of life, while I-Tru Jah and Magano lament on the many challenges and changes we are all confronted with while on this journey. As for Raquel Sellars, she delivered a strong song that is all about honoring reggae music.

The previously mentioned tracks can be streamed and downloaded on Apple Music, iTunes, Deezer, Spotify, Tidal, and all other digital music platforms.

On November 22nd, veteran reggae artist U Brown will be dropping a new album called “Still Chanting Rub A Dub.” The latest single from that project is “Whip Dem Jah Jah,” a powerful bouncy reggae tune that features Eek-A-Mouse. 

Shared on November 8th, the song and video are now available on all streaming platforms. If you have not yet seen the visual, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Gone but not forgotten. Ted Plummer, affectionately referred to as Father Ted, the visionary and founder of Roots Bamboo Beach Resort, will be celebrated on Friday, November 15.

There will be a stage show and dance at the popular holiday destination, which is located on Norman Manley Blvd. in Negril. It will feature performances by Turbulence, Georgia Henry, Richard Saxx, Prince J, Tish Brown, and many more. Admission is free, and showtime is 9:00 p.m.