Tributes Pouring In For Jo Mersa Marley

As the news about the death of Jo Mersa Marley continues to spread throughout the local and international reggae community, tributes are pouring in.

Persons within the music industry are sending condolences from their respective social media platforms, while Jo Mersa‘s fans have been responding to posts he has made as recent as last week Friday (December 23rd) on his own online networks.

According to reports, Jo Mersa – who was the son of Stephen Marley and the grandson reggae superstar Bob Marley – died on December 27th from an asthma attack.

Ludacris & Killer Mike Among Performers Confirmed For Shaquille O’Neal’s “Shaq’tacular Spectacular”

Shaquille O’Neal is promising the ultimate interactive experience on Saturday, December 31st, as he will be hosting The Shaq’tacular Spectacular. This a virtual reality New Year’s Eve countdown event, that will be filled with music, humor, and much more.

Some of the performers that will be featured are Cardi B, Ludacris, Lil Yachty, Killer Mike, Whipped Cream, and DJ Diesel. Also, several professional athletes and celebrities will be making an appearance. It will broadcast live on Facebook & Instagram.

New Video From Tye Tribbett & PJ Morton “Walk By Faith” (@TyeTribbett @PJMORTON)

Walk By Faith is the latest visuals from Tye Tribbett‘s All Things New album, released in July, 2022. It’s a collaboration done with Grammy winning musician, singer, songwriter and record producer PJ Morton.

If you have not yet seen the video, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.

Bring In The New Year With Doug E. Fresh & Slick Rick In Springfield, VA

Hip-Hop 50 New Year’s Eve Celebration will be held at The St. James Sports, Wellness and Entertainment Complex – 6805 Industrial Road – in Springfield, Virginia, starting at 8pm local time.

It will be hosted by Kenny Burns, with legendary rapper Slick Rick and beat-boxing king Doug E. Fresh as the masters of ceremony. Get tickets and additional information here.

Beenie Man Cancels Upcoming Shows On Doctor’s Orders (@KingBeenieMan)

Acting upon his doctor’s orders, Jamaica’s dancehall king – Beenie Man – has announced that he will be canceling his upcoming shows so that he can properly rest and recover from an ankle injury he suffered in November.

Both he and his doctor appeared in a video shared on social media explaining the importance of him resting his foot, as well as the potential consequences of not doing so. Although the injury occurred last month when a taxi collided with a bike Beenie was on, it is an issue now because he did not take time off back then; and by not doing so, he has made the wound worse.

Kabaka Pyramid Announces “The Kalling” EU/UK Tour (@Kabakapyramid)

In early March Rastafarian recording artist Kabaka Pyramid will head to France, where he will kick off the Europe and UK promo tour for his latest album, The Kalling. The fourteen-track LP was released at the end of September via Ghetto Youths International and Bebble Rock Music. Below are all the confirmed tour dates and locations announced by the sing-jay.

2-Mar Toulouse, FR- Le Metronum
3-Mar Brussels, BE- Vooruit
4-Mar Deventer, NL- Burgerweeshuis
6-Mar Groningen, NL- Oosterpoort
7-Mar Amsterdam, NL- Melkweg
8-Mar Utrecht, NL- Tivoli
9-Mar Darmstad, DE- Centralstation
10-Mar Munich, DE- Backstage
11-Mar Dortmund, DE- Junkyard
12-Mar Hannover, DE- Faust
14-Mar Berlin, DE- Lido
22-Mar Paris, FR- New Morning
23-Mar Nijmegen, NL- Doornroosie
24-Mar Cluses, FR- L’Atlier
25-Mar St. Gallen, CH- Kammgarn
26-Mar Vienne, AT- Szene
27-Mar Innsbruck, AT- Pmk
29-Mar Marseille, FR- Le Molotov
4-Apr Prague, CZ- Lucerna Music Bar
6-Apr Manchester, UK- The Blues Kithcen
7-Apr Bristol, UK- Trinity Centre
10-Apr London, UK- The Jazz Cafe’

Louie Culture & Jah Vinci Booked For “St. Thomas Reunion”

St. Thomas Reunion – a dancehall concert scheduled for Saturday, January 7th, 2023 – will be held at Colonel Cove in Morant Bay, St. Thomas, Jamaica. It will feature live performances by Louie Culture, Jah Vinci, 450 and Gucci Stamp Boss; with host Aisha Prendy at the helm.

In addition to the live performances, several top-tier selectors and sound systems – Metro Media, Dunrich World Sound, Ritchi Lees, DJ Spider and Bigga 5 – will be spinning the best reggae and dancehall music.