Approximately one week from today, hip-hop lovers across the U.S. will gather at The National Hip-Hop Shop – 1919 18th Street North West – in Washington, DC, for the Grand Opening & Induction Ceremony. The exact date is Saturday, March 11th from 4 to 11pm.
Tickets for the event, which are available via eventbrite, are going fast, as Dres (from Black Sheep), CL Smooth and Special Ed are all honorees. Several other hip-hop legends will be in attendance.
Saxophonist, vocalist, songwriter, producer, and educator – Eric Darius – has two sold out shows at Yoshi’s in Oakland, California, this Friday, March 3rd. The performances are at 8 and 10pm.
Darius recently released his new album, Unleashed, which was produced by Grammy Award-winning musician, Philip Lassiter. It features Eric Roberson, Justin Lee Schultz, MonoNeon, Metropole Orkest, Rebecca Jade, Paul Jackson Jr. and Josje. These concerts are in support of the new record.
This saturday, March 4th, traditional R&B and contemporary artist Kenny Lattimore will be live in concert at the historic Bal Theatre – 14808 East 14th Street – in San Leandro, California.
The mega star, who has crossed musical genres from soul to jazz to gospel, will do a full set, starting at 8pm. Tickets for this event range from $40 to $100 USD, depending on seating and time of purchase. Get additional information here.
Earlier this evening (Sunday, February 26th), newcomer Trinni did a meet and greet at Paul Patmore Memorial Gardens – on the roof – in Lowe River, Trelawny (Jamaica). The event’s objective was to officially introduce both Trinni and her music to the public, as she embarks on her career as a recording artist with the support of Paul Patmore and his production team.
Last year the two brands (Trinni and Paul Patmore) formed an alliance which resulted in the release of two now trending singles: Stay Solid and Cash. Stay Solid came out in October, while Cash, her latest, was shared only a few weeks ago, on January 20th. The songs have been getting a lot of support, consequently, Trinni‘s confidence, as well as her skills as a singer-songwriter are on full display.
The aforementioned tracks were performed live at the meet and greet, which was free to the public.
International reggae recording artist Prezident Brown is currently on tour. His next stop will be at the Crazy Horse Saloon & Grill – 230 Commercial Street – in Nevada City, California, on Saturday, March 11th. He will be supported by Kurrency King and One Love Nation.
Starting time is 9:30pm, and the entrance fee is $25 USD. Get tickets here.
Veteran reggae artist Lutan Fyah has once again joined forces with Canadian production team, Riddim Wise, for an inspirational reggae tune called Hope. The record went live on all streaming platforms on February 24th, making it the fifth collaboration by and between the two brands.
Lutan Fyah is known and respected for consistently making music that inspires and uplifts listeners. Hope is no different. On it he sings: “Once there is life we still got hope – we living inna difficult time but we still gon’ cope.” Click here to stream and/or download Hope from your preferred music platform.
The ultimate retro dance – 90’s Pan Di Wharf – returns to the Newport Commercial Center in Newport West, Kingston, on Friday, March 3rd. Presented by Unleashed Entertainment, it will feature all the biggest hits from the nineties, played by DJ Liquid, Kurt Riley, DJ Mario, Bad Scientist and Team Wire.
The main highlight for the evening will be a performance by non other than Sizzla Kalonji, one of the most sought after reggae-dancehall artists out of Jamaica. The show will begin at 7pm and will go on until… There is a $2,500 entrance fee at the gate.
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