Veteran Vocalist Pam Hall Is Gearing Up To Release A New Song & Video

Veteran vocalist Pam Hall is an indispensable member of Jamaica’s reggae music industry. She is held in the highest esteem because of her exceptional singing, both as a supporting vocalist – adding background to countless songs – and as an independent recording artist with a thriving, ongoing career. 

She is gearing up to release a new song and video titled Cool Breeze, which will be available on all music platforms – including YouTube – on Friday, November 3rd, 2023. As is the case with most of Pam‘s tunes, Cool Breeze is a beautiful ballad that can be enjoyed by all music lovers, regardless of their preferred genre. It is easy listening, and it will be accompanied by visuals that are equally pleasing. 

Cool Breeze, another Big Feet Records production (song and video), was conceptualized and executed under the direction of label owner, producer, and songwriter Josh Harris.

Here Is The Schedule For The 2023 TD James Moody Jazz Festival

The 12th annual TD James Moody Jazz Festival will run from November 3rd through 19 at various locations in Newark, New Jersey. There will be a wide range of performers, such as: Dee Dee Bridgewater with Bill Charlap, Take 6, Abdullah Ibrahim, Gladys Knight, Dave Grusin, Cyrus Chestnut, Steve Turre, Christian McBride with Savion Glover, and that is just to name a few.

See below dates, locations, and lineup for each event.

Friday, November 3 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Dee Dee Bridgewater & Bill Charlap
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Saturday, November 4 starting at 3:00 p.m.
WBGO Kid’s Concert Series / Elio Villafranca Quartet presents “Standing by The Crossroads”
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Saturday, November 4 starting at 8:00 p.m.
Grupo Niche & Héctor Acosta “El Torito” Tropicaliente
NJPAC’s Prudential Hall

Thursday, November 9 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Ranky Tanky with special guest Ms. Lisa Fischer
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Friday, November 10 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Omara Portuondo
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Saturday, November 11 starting at 7:30 p.m.
Take 6 with special guest Hillary-Marie
Victoria Theater

Sunday, November 12 starting at 3:00 p.m.
Abdullah Ibrahim Trio
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Sunday, November 12 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Gladys Knight with Davell Crawford
NJPAC’s Prudential Hall

Wednesday, November 15 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Louis Armstrong’s Black & Blues
Newark Museum of Art

Thursday, November 16 starting at 7:00 p.m.
Jazz Jams
Clement’s Place

Thursday, November 16 starting at 7:30 p.m.
The Sound of (Black) Music
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Friday, November 17 starting at 7:00 p.m.
NJMEA / All State Jazz Band and Choir with special guest Stefon Harris
NJPAC’s Chase Room

Friday, November 17 starting at 7:30 p.m.
When You Wish Upon a Star – A Jazz Tribute to 100 Years of Disney
NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Friday, November 17 starting at 8:00 p.m.
Dave Grusin: A Life in Music featuring Dave Grusin, Lee Ritenour, Will Downing, Randy Brecker, and the New York Voices
NJPAC’s Prudential Hall

Saturday, November 18 starting at 6:00 p.m.
Cyrus Chestnut
Bethany Baptist Church

Sunday, November 19 starting at 11:00 a.m. + 1:00 p.m.
Dorthaan’s Place: The Steve Turre Generations Sextet
NJPAC’s NICO

Sunday, November 19 starting at 3:00 p.m.
12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition NJPAC’s Victoria Theater

Clinton Fearon Will Perform At Flamingo Cantina On Nov. 11th

Veteran reggae artist Clinton Fearon will be back in Austin, Texas on November 11th, as he is booked to perform at the popular live music venue, Flamingo Cantina. The twenty-one and older show, which is scheduled to begin at 8:30pm, will also feature Dem Roots Music. Early bird tickets can be purchased on flamingocantina-dot-com.

Wesrok’s Story

Country-reggae music has become increasingly popular, and has sparked the interest of music moguls and mainstream medias all over the world. Percival Buddan – more popularly known as Wesrok – is Jamaica’s king of country-reggae music!

Wesrok had a humble beginning; he grew up in the small district of Bog Walk, located in St. Catherine, Jamaica. As a young man he was passionate about education, and found pleasure in music. When he was of age, he enlisted in the Jamaica Constabulary Force, where he became a police officer so that he could escape poverty.

He completed his Master’s in National Security and Strategic Studies in 2010, and earned a Master’s in Business Administration at Northern Caribbean University in 2008. In 2013, he was awarded the Prime Minister’s Award in Jamaica for Community Development. A year later, in 2014, he voluntarily left the police service, having attained the rank of Superintendent of Police.

His passion for music, coupled with the inspiration he receives when listening to the sound, style, and lyrical aptitude of Kenny Rogers and Marty Robbins, led him to pursue a career as a recording artist. This was done while he simultaneously embraced entrepreneurship.

In August 2020, Wesrok released his debut song Looking Back. The single received a warm welcome from mainstream and underground media houses in Jamaica, and he was lauded for what many described as a budding career. He followed up with yet another record, Poor Country Boy, which was accompanied by some stunning visuals. It received more than 150,000 streams on Spotify, resulting in an exponential growth in his fanbase, and was also instrumental in solidifying him as a strong country-reggae act. He says that both tracks are a “clear representation of his childhood struggles, and his successes overcoming those struggles.” As for his musical style, he describes it as conscious, and relatable, with a mellow vibe for everyone to enjoy.

Wesrok released his first EP – Look At Me Now – in 2020. It has a total of seven tracks: Born As A Winner, Cover Me Jah, Jamaica Land, Left Out In The Dark, Looking Back, Poor Country Boy, and You’re My Love. The following year, in 2021, he landed a collaboration with trending dancehall artist Masicka, called Try To Hold Me. It was released on the Troyton Music and 360 Global Entertainment imprints.

In addition to being a recording artist, Wesrok is also the executive producer of all the projects he’s on. That said, he would like to collaborate with other producers, as he looks towards international success. Wesrok brings serenity and joy to the listeners of his music, and wants to be acknowledged for his unique sound and style.

Tyrese, Ginuwine & Tank Reunite As TGT: New Music & Tour Coming In 2024

Three R&B titans – Tyrese, Ginuwine and Tank – have announced that they have reunited, and will be working on new music, and touring as a group under the name TGT in 2024. The magic happened at the R&B Music Experience concert in Tampa, Florida, on Friday, October 20th, where all three men were hired as solo acts.

The official announcement was made on Ginuwine‘s Instagram page, and was later shared on both Tyrese and Tanks‘ accounts. Needless to say, 2024 is going to be a great year for rhythm-and-blues.

Rise Reggae (Barbados)

Bajans are waiting with anticipation for Rise Reggae, a massive reggae concert featuring Gramps Morgan, Barrington Levy, Tarrus Riley, Dean Fraser and Biggie Irie, with the Blak Soil Band.

The aforementioned live performers will be supported by selectors: Fullklipp, Danejah Dane, Jerry Dan, Indian, Chris Gayle, and others. It will take place at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, on Saturday, November 11th, starting at 8pm (local time). Click here for tickets.

Jamaica’s ‘Jazz In The Gardens’ Is Back!

Jazz in the Gardens will be back in full swing this Sunday, October 29th, at Jamaica Pegasus Gardens – 81 Knutsford Boulevard – in Kingston. Under the direction of MC Dahlia Harris, patrons will be treated to the musical proficiency of Gem Myers, Dwight Richards, Harold Davis, Tony Gregory, and Althea Hewitt.

This is a three-hour event that’s scheduled to commence at 6:00 pm (local time). General admission is $5,000 JMD, while VIP is $7,000. Ticket outlets are: Music Mart, Supermed Mall Pharmacy, and Jamaica Pegasus.