Jonathan McReynolds‘ new album, My Truth, came out on February 17th via MNRK Records LP. It has twelve songs and one collaboration: track #3 – Able – done with Marvin Winans.
This is the 5th studio album from the Grammy, Stellar and Dove Award winner. Click here to stream and/or download My Truth from your preferred music platform.
On Friday, March 31st, Rev. Clive Cole Ministries will present the Easter edition of the Total Praise Gospel Concert. It will be held at Kellits Primary School in Clarendon (Jamaica); starting at 6:30pm.
The lineup includes Joan Flemmings, Petra Kaye, Sebastian Braham, Dereq McFarlane, Sis Arlene, Kimalex, and many more. Nadine Blair is the master of ceremony, and there is a $2,500 JMD entrance fee at the gate for adults, and $1,000 for kids under 12.
Bryann Trejo is the founder and president of Kingdom Muzic, one of the most authentic Christian hip-hop labels in the U.S. In addition to his role as chairperson, he is also an active MC (rapper) and pastor who is literally changing lives with both his music and ministry.
Born on July 4th, 1980, in Corpus Cristi, Texas, Bryann Trejo was one of 2 identical twin babies. He spent most of his teenage years in juvenile detention centers for armed robbery and trafficking in narcotics. By his early twenties he was constantly in and out of lock-up, and at the age of 23 he was facing thirty years in prison for two attempted murders. By the grace of God the charges were reduced to aggravated assault, and Bryann pleaded down to seven years, and ended up serving only four before getting out on probation.
Shortly after leaving prison, Bryann joined his twin brother in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Alas, in May, 2013, his brother was shot and killed in a retaliation shooting stemming from the murder of a juvenile one week earlier (something Bryann‘s brother had nothing to do with). At the time he could have exacted revenge on his brother’s killer, but he chose to love and forgive instead. That’s now his sermon.
Veteran dancehall artist and producer Jah Thomas is currently in London promoting his recently released album, Clarks a Clarks, which comes to us courtesy of Tad’s Record Inc. The ten-track project came out in mid January – on the 13th to be exact – and it features collaborations with Josey Wales, Peter Metro, Junior Moore, and Thomas‘ son Da’Ville.
Jah Thomas‘ signature sound and style – which can be described as lyrically captivating, with a seventies chant – is on clear display on this new LP. The Shoulder Move deejay did not alter his form of expression in anyway; instead he brings us the listener into his world. And rightfully so. It is truly refreshing to hear this type of early reggae-dancehall vibe shared today, especially at a time when there is a healthy debate about both the history, and future of Jamaica’s music.
That said, reggae lovers and industry insiders in the UK are now able to hear from Jah Thomas directly. Persons wanting to work with him while he is in London may do so by contacting +1(876) 850-1399. And remember to stream/download Clarks a Clarks from your preferred music platform.
This Sunday, February 26, producers of the TV series Reunions will present a Black History Month show dubbed Legends of Hip-Hop. It will be held at the Ritz Theatre – 1148 E. Jersey Street – in Elizabeth, New Jersey from 6pm until…
The lineup includes KRS-One, Kool Moe Dee, Nice & Smooth, Roxanne Shante, and DJ Cool V. Several surprise guests are also on the schedule, with hosts Grandmaster Dee and Doctor Bob Lee. Get tickets here.
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA)’s Official Day Party is this Saturday, February 25th, at Rams Head Live – 20 Market Place – in Baltimore, Maryland. Patrons will be treated to performances by DJ and rapper Kid Capri, as well as recording artist, songwriter, TV and radio host Lil Mo. Starting time is 1pm.
Birmingham, Alabama native, Elboe, has kicked off 2023 with an inspirational hip-hop track called Battle4Life. The record, which encourages listeners to never give up regardless of what they are confronted with, was independently released in mid January.
A few days ago he shared the official video on his YouTube channel. Click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.
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