The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport has confirmed that an Official Funeral will be held for legendary Reggae artist Jimmy Cliff on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. The service is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. at the National Indoor Sports Centre.

Jimmy Cliff, born James Chambers in 1944, passed away on November 24, 2025 at age 81. He is being honoured with an Official Funeral in recognition of his extraordinary impact on Jamaica’s cultural and entertainment landscape.

According to Minister Olivia Grange, arrangements for the ceremony are being coordinated by the Office of the Prime Minister alongside the Ministry and the Cliff family. She noted that the service will allow Jamaicans to pay their final respects to “a remarkable son of the island and a true icon.”

In accordance with Jimmy Cliff’s personal wishes, the programme will focus on spoken tributes, dance, and musical presentations.

The Hearts for Jamaica Relief Fest, presented by Mr. Showtime Entertainment LLC, Global Digital Records LLC, Dias Disaster Relief Fund Inc., and Free Spirit Outreach Inc., in association with the Mayor of the City of Riviera Beach, will now be staged on Sunday, December 14, 2025.

The all-day festival will take place at Dan Calloway Tate Recreation Park, running from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Attendees can expect live performances from Nigy Boy, Third World, Hopeton Lindo, Force MD’s, Red Fox, Ernie Smith, Mad Stuntman, Galaxy P, Ed Robinson, Anthony Malvo, Omari, Causion, Brother Gary, Chico, Joseph Benaiah, Kumar Fyah, Suzanne Sultry, Yah Mystic, Lady Tia, G Cole, Brimstone, The Greaves Brothers, Bryan Anointed Vale, Shanoy, Andy Ballentine, Queen Maxine, and many others. The performers will be backed by the Code Red Band, with music provided by DJ Sunny and Island Vibes.

Admission to the event is one bag of non-perishable items, reinforcing the festival’s mission of solidarity and relief for Jamaica. Registration is available through Caribtix.

Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, Wayne Wonder will no longer be able to perform at the upcoming Lovers Rock event in Montreal. That said, the organizers have confirmed that the show will go on with sets by equally captivating acts: Gyptian and Etana.

Lovers Rock will be held at L’Olympia, 1004 Sainte-Catherine Street East, in Montreal, Quebec, on Saturday, January 10, 2026. This all-ages show will also feature local reggae star Jah Cutta, with musical juggling by L.D.G, Road Warrior, and Little Thunder.

Tickets for the evening start at approximately CA$138.97 (taxes and service charges included) and are available via olympiamontreal.com.

Renowned Jamaican roots reggae artist Richie Spice has returned with a powerful new single, “Energy”, released on November 14 under the Natural High Music label.

The track channels the spirit of classic ’70s and early ’80s reggae, blending a groovy one-drop rhythm with a memorable melody and a message that resonates today. In “Energy”, Richie Spice emphasizes the importance of protecting one’s focus and well-being—an idea especially timely in an era where attention is often our most valuable currency.

Known for conscious and inspirational music throughout his career, Richie Spice has delivered many standout songs, including “Youth Dem Cold,” “Brown Skin,” and “Earth A Run Red.” Early listeners say “Energy” carries the strength and clarity to become another major hit for the veteran singer.

“Energy” is available on all major streaming platforms as a standalone single and is also included on the Soul Remedy Riddim compilation, which features performances from Tessanne Chin, Jesse Royal, and others. The EP release became available on November 28.