Gospel Xperience 2023 is a high energy, Spirit filled, Christian event, that will take place on Friday, September 15th from 7 to 10pm, at the Ontario Convention Center – 2000 E Convention Center Way – in Ontario, California.
The organizers are calling the affair a praise fest, as they tell likely attendees to prepare their hearts, minds, and feet for an amazing night with Tye Tribbett and Israel Houghton. Click here for tickets.
Independent recording artist Wesbeezi recently released an impressive body of work that deserves way more attention than it’s been getting. Identity, his latest EP, dropped in mid July and surprised a lot of music critics with its carefully thought-out, well put together, compelling content.
Classified as reggae-dancehall fused with hip-hop, the project has a total of six tracks, and is produced by Wesbeezi, with assistance from esteemed engineer Tandra Jhagroo. All instrumentals were contributed by Supa Nova of Dub School, with the exception of track number three – Live On – which was done by Berzhead.
The most interesting thing about this record however, is arguably the message being delivered by Wesbeezi. Here is how he explains the meaning behind the above-mentioned song: “Our ancestors never really die they have transitioned and still connected to us as spirit forces and DNA family. I am highlighting that fact along with interchanging reality and the role we play in assisting our living family who may need spiritual assistance.”
When asked about the inspiration behind the EP, he said: “The inspiration is based on deeper knowledge expressed in my music about the times we live in and the transformation upon us as a people.” For those not in the know, Wesbeezi has been active in the industry for the past ten years and is known for making music that is truly artistic and thought-provoking. Identity is no different.
Presented on his own NooNation imprint, Identity can be streamed and downloaded from iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon, Deezer, and all other music platforms.
American singer, songwriter, and record producer, Peter Gene Hernandez, known professionally as Bruno Mars, has just announced five dates for Dolby Live, the indoor amphitheater on the grounds of the Park MGM casino hotel in Paradise, Nevada. See all confirmed shows below. Tickets for each event can be purchased via ticketmaster.
DEC 22
Friday 09:00
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
Bruno Mars Las Vegas
DEC 23
Saturday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
Bruno Mars Las Vegas
DEC 28
Thursday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
Bruno Mars Las Vegas
DEC 30
Saturday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
Bruno Mars Las Vegas
DEC 31
Sunday 09:00 PM
Las Vegas, NV Dolby Live
Bruno Mars Las Vegas
The upcoming Soca Festival in Brooklyn is arguably one of the biggest soca parties happening in New York this year. It’s set for Labor Day Weekend – Friday, September 1st, starting at 8pm – at the Brooklyn Museum on Eastern Parkway.
Several notable soca stars will be in attendance, namely: Kes The Band, Bunji, Fay Ann & Vikings Band, Olatunji, Skinny Fabulous, Ravi B, Farmer Nappy, Tempa, V’GHN, Jadel, Mical Teja, Adam O, Jimmy October, Tallpree, and many more. In addition to the live performances, some top-tier international deejays will also aid in the musical entertainment.
Jamaica, the small island nation in the Caribbean sea, is now celebrating 61 years of independence under the theme: ‘Jamaica 61… Proud & Strong’. To that end, Jamaican businesses at home and abroad are honoring the moment by offering products and services in line with the above concept.
That said, Tad’s Record Inc. – the independent record label, production, and publishing company, with offices in Kingston, Jamaica and Miami, Florida – has just released a brand new album dubbed Celebrating Jamaica 61. This is twenty-one tracks of original and re-imagined reggae songs performed by various artists, from long-time legends to newcomers.
It features music by Richie Spice, Screwdriver, Duane Stephens, Hezron, Big Youth, Kelly Shane, Caryl Jacobs, George Nooks, Dean Fraser, Big Mountain, Honorebel, Jessie Royal, Chevaughn, Dennis Brown, Glen Washington, Gregory Isaacs, Sister Carol, Okeil McIntyre, Terry Linen, Brigadier Jerry, Josey Wales, Vahriie, Jah Izrehl, and Vybz Kartel.
All performers were carefully selected by Tad’s Record Inc.‘s founder, Tad Dawkins, along with his son and business partner, Tad Dawkins Jr. This is their contribution to Jamaica’s 61st anniversary. Celebrating Jamaica 61 is now available on iTunes, Apple Music, Deezer, Tidal, Spotify, and all other streaming platforms.
Kalonji Music Production and Charlemont Ravaz present the 2023 Linstead Festival on Saturday, August 19 at Charlemont Housing Scheme in Linstead, St. Catherine. There will be musical juggling by King Tafari Sound, Bobo Sparks and DJ Killy Killy.
As for the live show, confirmed performers include Sizzla Kalonji, Jigsy King, Tony Curtis, Bascom X, Lutan Fyah, Sativa, and many more. Admission is $1,500 JMD for men and $1,000 for women.
Saturday, August 19th is the date for the inaugural Hanover 300 Food & Music Festival, which will be held at Bioprist Knowledge Park in Lucea, Hanover (across from the Hanover Police HQ). It will feature international and local chefs coupled with live musical entertainment.
Top-tier recording artists Bounty Killer and Tessanne Chin will headline the show with support from Raph-I, KRISIS, Prince J and Nature Silk. Gates open at 8am and the show will start at 10am.
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