The Sterling Gospel Music Awards 2023

This year’s Sterling Gospel Music Awards will be presented on Saturday, October 7th, at Swallowfield Chapel – Building 9 – on Swallowfield Road in Kingston (Jamaica).

There will be appearances by DJ Nicholas, Kevin Heath, Chantal Smalling, Johnmark Wiggan, Chris Campbell, H.U.M.B.L.E., and others.

The show, which will be preceded by the red carpet walk-ins, interviews, pictures etc., will begin at 7pm. Members of the public will be asked to pay $3,800 JMD at the gate, and the colors (dress code) for the night are black and white.

Capleton Will Be In The Ring On October 7th

There is now an active countdown for the next Wray & Nephew Fight Night, which is to take place on Saturday, October 7th at the Ebony Vale Community Center in St Catherine, Jamaica.

The already highly anticipated event became more sought-after when it was announced that dancehall legend Capleton will be performing live. The Rastafarian deejay, who made it clear that he does not endorse any alcoholic beverages, has promised an electrifying performance.

GMA Dove Awards After Party

Root, and Reach Gospel Radio, in association with the GMA Dove Awards, present The Denim & Pink Dove Awards After Party on Tuesday, October 17 at Shamblin Theater (Lipscomb University) in Nashville, Tennessee.

In addition to celebrating the actual award show, the after party will also bring attention to breast cancer in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Confirmed for the after party are: Melvin Crispell III, Lucinda Moore, Anthony Brown, Jokia, Latrice Pace, Otis Kemp, Angel Taylor, Lamont Sanders, and Semaje. Destiny Diggs and Travis Greene will host.

One Fete Miami!

Arguably one of the biggest events at Miami Carnival 2023, One Fete is all set for Saturday, October 7th at Arts Park – 1 North Young Circle – in Hollywood, Florida.

There will be live performances by Kes The Band, Patrice Roberts, Skinny Fabulous, Farmer Nappy, Tempa, Mical Teja, Tallpree, Jimmy October, and others. Several top-tier international deejays are also on the lineup. Tickets can be purchased on eventbrite.

Morgan Heritage Added To ‘Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival’ In South Florida

On Sunday, November 12th, 2023, between the hours of 1 and 10pm, the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival – which is being presented in association with Publix – will take place at Miramar Regional Park in Miramar, Florida.

The event will feature performances by local and international artists, with Morgan Heritage confirmed as the headline act. Additionally, there will be lots of food, kids activities, exhibitions, and culinary pavilions. Passes can be purchased on caribtix-dotcom.

Artist To Watch: Jenny Lampz

Garland, Texas based artist, Jenny Lampz, is a Filipino American rapper. Her music is reflective of her real life experiences and strong Christian beliefs, which are made apparent in many of her works.

Because of her background in public education, her songs are described as positive, family friendly, and constructive. Jenny has used hip hop to provide music that teaches with the intention of causing listeners to be reflective of their own lives.

As a second generation immigrant, Jenny became intrigued by the art of rap in her young years but did not begin writing until much later in life. Growing up, her influences included mainstream artists, such as Eminem, J. Cole, and Drake, but in realizing the power of words, she began to gravitate towards artists who spoke life, such as Aaron Cole, Andy Mineo, and Lecrae.

As an artist, Jenny chooses to use her abilities in writing and rhythm to provide her audience with music that not only “hits hard,” but also allows listeners to shift their mindsets to grow and build.

Tonight Is ‘Conscious Thursdays’ In Kingston, JA!

Conscious Thursdays, the monthly reggae stage show that’s held at Hidden Oasis (70a Mannings Hill Road) in Kingston, Jamaica, returns tonight with a special veterans edition. This evening’s lineup will feature a handful of veteran reggae and dancehall artists, along with some emerging acts, and a few new-comers. 

Confirmed performers include Major Mackerel, Singing Sweet, Daddy Lizard, Reggie Steppa, Tyrical, Loyal Flame, Barry Back, Jerimus, Fyahdon, Likkle Devon, Mega Bling, Makaru, Jahved, Great One, Sunny Trod, Stratus Gordon, and many more. Normally hosted by established reggae vocalist Turbulence, tonight’s staging will see Bigstone working as master of ceremony, with Girls Zone on the turntables. 

Conscious Thursdays is presented by Blak Karpet Productions every last Thursday of the month, and as the name implies, only conscious tunes are highlighted.

‘CONSCIOUS THURSDAYS’ IS FREE!