Crystal Aikin will be having a Live Recording at Watson Grove Baptist Church, which is located at 1415 Deford Bailey Avenue in Nashville, Tennessee, on Saturday, June 29th. It will be hosted by Rev. Dr. John R. Faison.
Gospel singer-songwriter Crystal Aikin is the winner of the first season of Sunday Best. In 2010, she was nominated for a GMA Dove Award for New Artist of the Year. Click here to buy tickets to the upcoming Live Recording.
The consensus among reggae insiders is that KashieF Lindo‘s latest single, “Maybe,” is destined to be a breakout hit. Released in early March, the lovers-rock reggae tune, which was produced by Willie Lindo, is now enjoying heavy rotation and features on both traditional and new media.
After recently speaking with KashieF to get the back story on the writing and production process, I decided to reach out to some of the DJs on the MJ27 Focus Group to get their thoughts on the record. See just a few of the responses below.
“high-quality production and strong vocals from Kashief’s new track. One drop dance track for big man and woman to enjoy. Grown people music. Will feature on the Dancehall reggae show upcoming edition.”
Josh Meisler
“Hello Maria , yes the great song for icon lovers singer. Blessings Up”
Risto
“The track is a much faster tempo than I’m used to from Kashief Lindo, but nevertheless it’s consistent with his tone and melodic style.”
Lady Loy
“Got it, Thank you. And i love it
Its been added to my playlist”
Ted Vassell
Power Cuts Radio
“Kashief Lindo’s new release called “Maybe” is an enchanting and hypnotizing reggae groover over which he applies is almost falsetto vocal style with conviction and passion. A tight and impactful lover’s stylee with some nice musicianship as well.”
Tracy Moore
Host, Reggae Shack
KWNK-LP 97.7 RENO
“Absolutely! I have been playing this track for a few weeks and i really do like this.
Big up Kashief”
President Kennedy
“I’ve featured it on my shows listeners are liking it he’s a great artist”
Selector Frost
“Maybe” can be streamed and or downloaded from Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify, Tidal, iTunes, and all other major music platforms. It also has a stunning video that can be viewed on KashieF‘s YouTube channel.
On Saturday, June 29 from 9:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. local time, international recording artist Gramps Morgan will celebrate his birthday at the Crown Hill Theatre, located at 750 Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn, New York.
This special event will see both Gramps and several of his musical colleagues performing live. He will also use the opportunity to pay tribute to his brother Peetah Morgan, who passed away earlier this year. Tickets are available via Eventbrite.
Germany’s Reggae Jam Festival will make its way to Jamaica for a two-day staging on Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15. It will be presented at Friendship, Trelawny’s Reggae Park 420, the island’s new home for reggae and international music festivals.
Friday’s lineup includes Busy Signal, Beenie Man, Turbulence, I-Octane, Mellow Mood, and others. While on Saturday, Burning Spear, Gramps Morgan, Leroy Sibbles, Etana, Jah9, Lutan Fyah, Duane Stephenson, etc. will close out the event.
Popular radio personality Amber from Irie FM will be at the helm, hosting both days. For those eager to join in on the fun, additional information and ticket links can be found at reggaejam-international-dot-com.
Nigerian singer-songwriter Nneka is bringing her unique blend of soul music to stages across Europe. With a voice that can convey raw emotion one moment and powerful conviction the next, Nneka‘s live performances are not to be missed.
Her European tour kicks off on June 14th in Prague and will take her to festivals and venues in the Czech Republic, Germany, France, Belgium, Poland and Slovakia through the end of November. Below are the confirmed dates and locations:
14/06/2024 Prague (CZ) cross][club
15/06/2024 Kaiserslautern (DE) Sound of the World Festival
28/06/2024 La Seyne sur Mer (FR) Festival Couleurs Urbaines
04/07/2024 Aix en Provence (FR) Zik Zac Festival
24/07/2024 Gent (BE) Trefpunt
01/08/2024 Les Orres (FR) Game of Trees Festival
03/08/2024 Crozon (FR) Festival du Bout du Monde
21/08/2024 Biron (FR) Les Villégiatures Concerts
24/08/2024 Saint-Anne d’Auray (FR) Festival Les Galettes du Monde
06/09/2024 Etampes sur Marne (FR) L’Aiguillage
15/09/2024 Wrocław (PL) Ethno Jazz Festival
16/09/2024 Krakow (PL) HYPE PARK
17/09/2024 Warsaw (PL) Niebo Club
23/09/2024 Oberhausen (DE) Ebertbad Oberhausen
24/09/2024 Hanover (DE) Pavilion
25/09/2024 Darmstadt (DE) Centralstation Darmstadt
27/09/2024 Monheim (DE) Monheimer Kulturwerke GmbH
28/09/2024 Karlsruhe (DE) Kulturzentrum TOLLHAUS Karlsruhe
19/10/2024 Calais (FR) Espace Gérard Philipe / La Grange
08/11/2024 Epinal (FR) La Souris Verte
22/11/2024 Bratislava (SK) Uprising Festival
Tickets are on sale now for most shows. Don’t miss your chance to experience Nneka’s captivating live performance. Visit her official website for ticket links and the latest tour updates.
The vibrant city of Aarhus in Denmark, is gearing up for the highly anticipated return of the Aarhus Reggae Festival on September 28th, 2024. This annual event has become a staple on the city’s cultural calendar, attracting reggae enthusiasts from near and far. Organized by Henzel K. Clarke and his team, the festival promises a day filled with groovy rhythms and positive vibes.
The Aarhus Reggae Festival started in 2015, and since then, it has grown to become one of the largest reggae events in Aarhus. This year, as it is the first staging since the pandemic, it will be held at Volume Village (Thomas Koppels Gade 201, 8000 Aarhus C).
Past editions have seen performances by renowned reggae and dancehall artists such as Leroy Gibbon, Courtney Melody, Queen Omega, Macka B, Karamanti, Perfect Giddimani, Omar Perry, Natty King, Bunny General, King Kong, Super Black and so much more. The 2024 lineup will raise the bar even higher, with a mix of international acts and local talents.
For those eager to secure their spot, discounted early bird tickets will be available for purchase via the venue’s website later this week.
This year’s TD International Jerk Food & Music Festival will be held at Centennial Park in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from August 9th to 11th. This is not just a music festival – it’s also a celebration of Caribbean culture, cuisine, and community.
However, because the musical entertainment is one of the main attractions, the organizers have announced that the queen of reggae, Marcia Griffiths, has been confirmed and will perform on the 10th and 11th. In addition to Griffiths the event will feature Masicka on the 9th, and Farmer Nappy and Ding Dong on the 10th and 11th. Click here for additional information.
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