A lot of Canadian reggae artists and producers are very concerned after learning that the JUNO Awards, which is Canada’s equivalent to the Grammys held in the United States, are planning to eliminate the Reggae Recording category.

It should be noted that they’re also planning to remove three other categories: Children’s Album, Christian/Gospel Album, and International Album of the year. When asked why they have taken this position, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences says the decision is part of a “broader set of updates” yet to be announced.

Canada has a robust reggae industry filled with artists, producers, promoters, and others. Since 1985, the JUNO’s have recognized and honored Reggae Recordings.

Legendary reggae artist Mykal Rose will be back in Santa Cruz, California, for a performance at Moe’s Alley (1535 Commercial Way) on Saturday, October 19, 2024. The former lead vocalist for Black Uhuru will be joined by both the Reggae Angels and DJ Spleece.

As is the case with most shows at Moe’s Alley, this is a 21 and older event. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be allowed entrance. Click here for tickets.

Sound System Club and associates will present Burning Spear‘s One People Africa Tour next month (October 2024). It will include six shows in five countries and will run from the 12th to the 26th. As of this writing, the confirmed schedule is as follows:

October 12 – Nairobi, Kenya
October 18 – Harare, Zimbabwe
October 19 – Johannesburg, South Africa
October 20 – Cape Town, South Africa
October 23 – Lusaka, Zambia
October 26 – Lilongwe, Malawi

For additional information such as venue name and location and links to tickets, visit Spear’s official website, burningspearwebsite.com.