Spend The “Last Night On The Town” With Lupe Fiasco In Virginia Beach (@LupeFiasco)

Now in its 9th year, Last Night on the Town is the biggest New Year’s Eve event in Virginia Beach, VA. As the organizers ready themselves for the 2022 staging, they’re inviting everyone to join them at the Countdown Stage on Columbus Street for a night of fun and live throwback music!

All Town Center activities and entertainment are free and open to the public; with food and adult beverages available for purchase. Chicago-born, Grammy Award-winning rapper Lupe Fiasco will be on the main stage to deliver a special New Year’s Eve performance. Get additional information here.

End The Year With Lalah Hathaway, Kenny Lattimore & Avery Sunshine

On Friday, December 30, the Arena Theatre – in Houston, Texas – will present the smooth sultry sounds of Lalah Hathaway, who returns by popular demand. She will be joined by the soulful Kenny Lattimore and Avery Sunshine. This is a night of pure soul that’s schedule to begin at 8:30pm.

The Arena Theatre is conveniently located at 7326 Southwest Freeway (Hwy. 59). Tickets and additional information are available on the venue’s website.

Sugar Minott & Tristan Palmer Ft. On The “Watch Dem Riddim”

At the end of October – specifically on the 28th – EU based production team Irie Ites, in collaboration with Evidence Music, released the Watch Dem Riddim.

This is a one drop reggae rhythm that features two of Jamaica’s legendary roots artists: Sugar Minott (with Watch Dem) and Tristan Palmer (with Never Get Weary).

Click here to stream / download the Watch Dem Riddim from your preferred music platform.

Denise Belfon & Demarco To Headline Caribbean Winter Fest In Tampa

The 1st annual Caribbean Winter Festival is set for Saturday, December 10th at T.H.A.P Courtyard – 5508 N 50th Street – in  Tampa, Florida. This island music event is being presented by DND Entertainment and Bassline Muzik Ent.

The lineup includes Denise Belfon, Demarco, Yaksta, Kinsy and Jah Tiff; with additional music by DJ Kirky-C, DJ Klive and Lips International. Tickets and additional information are available on eventbrite.

Ernie Smith Is Having A “Crismus Cantata”

Reggae singer Ernie Smith, who rose to prominence in the 1970s, will be having a Crismus Cantata at the University of the West Indies – Mona Campus on Sunday, December 4th. The concert will be held in the university’s chapel.

Smith will perform live, and will be joined by two other accomplished artists: Gem Myers and Boris Gardiner. Starting time is 5pm, and there is a $6,000 JMD entrance fee.

Ernie Smith‘s first chart success came in the late 1960s with Bend Down, which was followed by several hits in Jamaica: Ride on Sammy, One Dream, and Pitta Patta. In 1973, he was honored by the Jamaican government with The Badge of Honor For Meritorious Service in the Field of Music.

Click here to purchase tickets to Crismus Cantata.

Bounty Killer & Beenie Man Booked For “Imagine Weekend” In Barbados (@ImagineWeekend)

Bajans all over the world will celebrate their independence at the end of November. That said, there are countless festivities happening throughout the month, as everyone gets ready for the big day. One such event is Imagine Weekend.

Imagine Weekend is arguably one of the most anticipated events in Barbados right now. This is three parties, starring four major acts, taking place on one weekend.

On Friday, November 25th, Bounty Killer and Beenie Man will headline the Iconic Concert at Kensington Oval. This will be followed by Twisted in Paradise, a cruise on board the Harbour Master. And on the final day, the 27th, Machel Montano and Popcaan will perform at an unannounced location. Get additional information at imagineweekend-dotcom.

Turbulence Added To “Jamhuri Day Celebration” In Australia (@Turbulence876)

On Sunday, December 11th, Rasta Lion Wear will host the Jamhuri Day Celebration – an East-African festival – at Heko Farm (55 Canterbury Road West) in Lara, Victoria, Australia.

The lineup includes multi-award winning Kenyan band Sauti Sol; one of Kenya’s most popular Kikuyu secular musician, Musaimo; and Jamaican roots-reggae singer Turbulence. DJ Double Trouble and DJ Kalonje are also on the program. Get tickets here.