Mikey General, a 42-year reggae veteran, has just released the official video for his latest single, Up & At Them. The song is featured on the Survive Riddim, published in March via Blakkwuman22 Music. The visual attempts to give a brief summary of Mikey‘s distinguished career, from his early days in Ackee Walk – which is one of the locations highlighted in the clip – to being recognized and respected all over the world.

According to Mikey, the inspiration for the song comes from his determination to pursue his path, regardless what others may think or say about him. He is intent on remaining resolute and unswerving, and as such, he is always Up & At Them.

In addition to Mikey General, the Survive Riddim also features songs by veteran bass player and singer Wormbass, vocalist Earl Smith Jr. – who is the son of famed guitarist Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith – and lyricist, songwriter and producer Karamanti (the CEO and owner of Blakkwuman22 Music).

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Veteran reggae artist Junior Reid is gearing up for the One Blood Family Festival on Saturday, June 3rd, at Plantation Cove in Priory, St. Ann, Jamaica. He has invited some of the biggest names in reggae and dancehall to join him, as the event is also his 60th birthday celebration. 

Among the confirmed acts is legendary roots singer Sister Carol, who is currently promoting her latest single – Nubian Wombman – released in March via Tad’s Record. She will share the stage with other reggae legends: Sizzla Kalonji, Stephen Marley, Julian Marley, Louie Culture, I Wayne, Big Youth, Bushman, Turbulence, Warrior King, Chuck Fenda, Leroy Sibbles, and that is just to name a few.

In a recent interview with The Gleaner, Junior Reid had this to say regarding the show: “This is a day-and-night affair, and it’s going to be a great event. I am trying to bring back the family in music, we need those bonds, that’s not how we used to live, and I love the youths, we have to show them the right way, the live band is the thing, family is the thing. All the people on the show are like my family, they are my blood, my One Blood family, and this event is showing that we stand for the same thing, and that love is still there in the business.” 

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This year’s Radiate Windrush Festival – scheduled for Saturday, June 24th and Sunday, June 25th – is celebrating 75 years of Windrush. Sadly, there are rumors that this will be the last staging of the beloved cultural event.

To that end, Wendy Cummins and her colleagues (the organizers) spared no expense in the 2023 production. They have booked international reggae star Richie Spice, who will be the headliner, alongside soca royalty Terri Lyons and UK sensation Misha B.

Burgess Park on Albany Road in London is the place to be from 12 noon to 9pm on both days! In addition to the live performances, several DJs: Hyper Spice, DJ Dubz, Eternity Sounds, 5th Avenue & DJ Milktray, will be on hand to spin some of the best music.