Anthony Cruz Goes “Under The Covers” On New Album (@JahCruz @Tadsrecord)

One of Jamaica’s most soulful singers – Anthony Cruz – has emerged with a mellifluous eighteen-track album, titled Under The Covers. The self produced project was released this past Friday, April 28th, via Tad’s Record, the imprint for which it was exclusively created. 

Cruz, who is always a leader in his field, has led again by doing something quite unique. He has done a full-length reggae-remix studio album that includes favorites like: R. Kelly‘s Step In The Name Of LoveAlexander O’Neal’s If You Were Here TonightRoberta Flack and Donny Hathaway‘s The Closer I Get to You, as well as several other chart-topping grown folk music.

Musicians and producers that contributed to this masterpiece are Donald ‘Danny Bassie’ Dennis, drummer Kirk Bennett, keyboardist Paul ‘Wrong Move’ Crossdale, Bobby Digital, King Jammy, Donovan Germain, Chris Knight, Tad Dawkins Jr., and Mark HoSang.

In a recent interview, an excited Anthony Cruz made the following prediction about the LP: “I know it’s going to create history, because it’s never been done before — a full cover version album. Jamaicans love it, people love it across the world, they love when you sing over their songs in Reggae, ‘cause Reggae have the power.”

Under The Covers is now available on Apple Music, Spotify, iTunes, Tidal, and all other streaming platforms. It is being distributed by Tad’s Record Inc.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “UNDER THE COVERS”

Olatunji & Voice Will ‘Shine’ On Memorial Day

Back to Basics Entertainment and BlackStar will present Shine – The Art of Music on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29th. So far they have announced performances by the Engine Room king Olatunji Yearwood, and the youngest Soca Monarch Voice, along with his band Top 5.

Shine – The Art of Music will take place at Coney Art Walls on Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. Running time is 2 to 9pm. Click here for tickets.

Meet Nathaniel Bassey, Sinach & Others At ‘The Altar’ On June 30

With all the turmoil happening in the world right now, everyone – including elected leaders – are genuinley seeking answers and directions. That is why the upcoming concert, dubbed The Altar, is so timely. It’s set for June 30th at the OVO Arena in Wembley, England.

Operating under the theme: ‘rekindling the passion of worship,’ the organizers have tapped some of the strongest worship leaders to perform.  Confirmed are: Nathaniel Bassey, Sinach, Dunsin Oyekan, Lucy Grimble, Chevelle Franklyn, Arinola, Calledout Music and Tim Hughes.

Lecrae Collaborates With Tasha Cobbs Leonard On New Single “Your Power”

Two top-tier gospel performers – Lecrae and Tasha Cobbs Leonard – have collaborated on a new record called Your Power. The hip-hop / R&B fused track was officially released on Friday, May 5th via Lecrae‘s Reach Records.

Your Power is an uptempo, lyrics laced song that is already buzzing in gospel circles. Click here to stream and/or download it from your preferred music platform.

Talib Kweli Confirmed For ‘Origin Stories’ This Sunday!

This Sunday, May 7th, Lyricist Lounge will present Origin Stories, an intimate conversation and archival footage screening, at Fotografiska – 281 Park Avenue South (at 22nd Street) – in New York City.

The live conversation will be hosted by both co-founders Anthony Marshall and Danny Castro, alongside panelists and special guest Talib Kweli. Click here for tickets.

The ’50 Year Tribute To Hip-Hop’ It This Saturday In Mashantucket, CT

Some of hip-hop’s most respected MCs will be at the Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino – 39 Norwich Westerly Road – in Mashantucket, Connecticut this Saturday, May 6th. The event is being presented as a 50 Year Tribute to Hip-Hop.

The lineup includes Slick Rick, Big Daddy Kane, EPMD, Rakim, and Roxanne Shante, with DJ Craig G on the ones-and-twos. Tickets can be purchased from ticketmaster.

Rich Tolbert Jr. Performs In Toronto Next Month

Gospel singer and worship leader Rich Tolbert Jr. will be performing at Revivaltime Tabernacle – 4340 Dufferin St – in North York, Ontario, on Friday, June 9th. He will be supported by Jai Simone, Dale Brown & Tru Praise, as well as Kevin Adams & VP.

Starting time is 7:30pm and there is $35 entrance fee. Tickets are available via eventbrite.