Learn More About Oliver Samuels’ New Film “Sugar Dumplin”

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Jamaica’s most beloved comedian, Oliver Samuels, has been cast in a role that, by all accounts, seems very different from what we’ve seen from him over the years. The new film, Sugar Dumplin, is about a young woman’s desire to reconnect with her estranged father, who struggles with dementia, by creating food from his Caribbean childhood.

Other cast members include actress, singer, and songwriter Chantel Riley; Canadian actor Nancy Kenny; Jamaican-Canadian actor Crystal C. Rose; and Canadian actress and award-winning author Jacqueline Greer Graham. To learn more about this movie, visit its official website at sugardumplinfilm.com.

Gigantic Gospel Concert – September, 2024

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The upcoming Gigantic Gospel Concerts will be staged in Dallas, Texas at Friendship West Baptist Church (2020 W. Wheatland Rd.), and Houston, Texas, at The Kingdom Builders Center (6011 W. Orem Drive) on September 7th and 8th, respectively.

Presented by J. Spivey Productions, which is owned and operated by Jimmie E. Spivey, these events will see the likes of Pastor Shirley Caesar, Kathy Taylor, Anita Wilson, The Williams Brothers, Jessica Reedy, Christian Anderson, Glorified, and Lisa Knowles-Smith performing live. Pastor Kim Burrell will host on both days, and tickets are available on Eventbrite.

Brooklyn’s Soca Fest Goes Down On August 30th

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One of the biggest soca events happening on Labor Day weekend in New York is Soca Fest! It will take place on Friday, August 30th, at the Brooklyn Museum (200 Eastern Parkway) from 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. the following morning.

The lineup of soca and reggae artists includes Nomcebo Zikode, Patrice Roberts, Mical Teja, Jadel, Farmer Nappy, Christopher Martin, Nigy Boy, Pumpa, Raymond Ramnarine, Tallpree, Mr. Killa, Terror D Governor, and A Team Band. Click here for tickets.

The Black Radio Experience

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The Blue Note Jazz Festival’s Black Radio Experience, which will be held at The Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa California from August 30th to September 1st, is a celebration of the rich tapestry of Black culture.

With renowned Grammy-winning musician Robert Glasper at the helm, The Black Radio Experience will present performances by several top-tier musical acts. John Legend, Jill Scott, André 3000, Musiq Soulchild, Marsha Ambrosius, Common, Pete Rock, and DJ Jazzy Jeff are just some of the names on the lineup.

For additional information and links to tickets, visit bluenotejazz.com/black-radio-experience.

Moe’s Alley Presents Black Uhuru With The Rudians

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Popular live music venue Moe’s Alley will host the Grammy Award-winning reggae group Black Uhuru on Saturday, September 7th, 2024. The show will also feature special guests, The Rudians, an emerging reggae ensemble from Salinas, California.

This is a 21 and older concert that will begin at 8:00 p.m. local time. Moe’s Alley is located at 1535 Commercial Way in Santa Cruz, California. Click here to buy tickets.

Prezident Brown’s Album Release Set For August 31st In Oakland

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Recording artist Prezident Brown will wrap up the month of August with a performance at the Uptown Oakland Reggae Festival, which will take place at Forage Kitchen (478 25th Street) in Oakland, California, on Saturday, August 31st.

This show is special because it’s in support of Prezident Brown‘s recently released album, Roots Hop Reggae (In Your Box), published to streaming platforms on July 28.

Other artists confirmed for the Uptown Oakland Reggae Festival are Reggae Angels, Brady Shammar, Princess Alreca, Keteis Oyonde, and Empress Sharon. Black Love Sound is also on the program. Admission is US$25.00.

‘Reggae Splash On The Vineyard’ With Marcia Griffiths

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Reggae Splash on the Vineyard, an event that’s all about celebrating life, love, and unity, will be staged at the Martha’s Vineyard Performing Arts Center (100 Edgartown Road) in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, on Sunday, August 18.

There will be a performance by Jamaican singer Marcia Griffiths, who was a member of the I Threes and Bob and Marcia, not to mention her very distinguished career as a solo artist. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.