The Great Billy Ocean Performs At Blue Note Hawaii Next Month (@MrWongo)

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The most popular British R&B singer-songwriter of the early to mid-1980s – Billy Ocean – is confirmed for four shows at Blue Note Hawaii in October. He will perform on October 13, 14, 16 and 17; starting at 6pm each night.

The Trinidad and Tobago-born recording artist has a string of hits: Caribbean Queen, Suddenly, There’ll Be Sad Songs, Get Outta My Dreams, When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going, and so many more.

Ocean is a Grammy award winner who has sold over 30 million records. He has also given us a pile of gold and platinum records, all while hitting the number one spot on pop charts in the USA, Australia, Germany, Holland and the UK.

Enrique Holmes’ Live Recording On Oct. 14 Will Feature Naomi Raine, Tasha Cobbs & Others

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On October 14 Enrique Holmes will be doing the You’re Gonna See It live taping at The dReam Center Church of Atlanta. He will be supported by Tasha Cobbs Leonard, David Wilford, Naomi Raine, Tela Robinson and Kelontae Gavin.

Members of the public are invited to attend and partake in the recording. Starting time is 7:30pm and there is $20 general admission fee. Buy tickets here.

Richie Stephens Wraps Up Back-To-Back Album Launch Concerts In Florida

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After releasing his fourteen-track album at the end of August, singer-songwriter and producer Richie Stephens headed to Florida for a three-day album launch stint.

His first concert was at Flexx Fridayz on September 9th at The Garden in Lauderdale Lakes. There he was supported by guest artist Dilly Chris, as well as selectors DJ Lance 876 and DJ Action Kwame. This event was followed by another album release party at Reggae Riddim Jamaica Restaurant & Lounge in Apopka on the 10th. Ed Robinson and Adriana Clark were on the lineup, with backing band Riddim Dreamz and DJ Ming. 

The last of the three concerts, which was presented by RNR Productions, was at the Bashment Event Center – 1700 Tamiami Trail, Unit B1 – in Port Charlotte, Florida on Sunday the 11th. Again Stephens was joined by his friend ED Robinson plus recording artists Empress Uneek and Ras Chakai.

Reverse the Curse (album) was released on August 26 on the Pot Of Gold and BoomRich Production record labels. It is now available for download on all music platforms.

Jamaican Roots, Jerk & Reggae Festival Starts Strong With Mykal Rose

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The Afro-Caribbean Cultural Association of Arizona, in partnership with Ocho Rios Jerk Spot and Big Dreamz Promotions, present the 1st annual Jamaican Roots, Jerk & Reggae Festival!

It promises to be a fun day with lots of African and Caribbean food, culture, music and good vibes. Furthermore, there will be a live performance by Mykal Rose (formerly of the legendary roots group Black Uhuru).

The Jamaican Roots, Jerk & Reggae Festival will take place on Saturday, October 1st at the Heritage Square Foundation – 113 North 6th Street – in Phoenix, Arizona.

Kevin Lyttle Headlines The 3rd Annual Nola Reggae Fest (@Kevinlyttle)

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Vincentian soca artist Kevin Lyttle, who has enjoyed cross-over success in other genres, will be headlining the upcoming Nola Reggae Festival. He will be joined by Jemere Morgan, Dubwise, Teki, Roland & Roots Riddim, Jaican, I-Bari, Rtadax and others.

The 3rd annual Nola Reggae Fest goes down on October 14, 15 and 16 at Congo Square – 701 North Rampart Street – in New Orleans, Louisiana. The musical entertainment will be accompanied by a variety of local vendors selling everything from food to arts and craft.

Gyptian’s Birthday Celebration In Lafayette, LA (@RealGyptian)

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Windel Beneto Edwards, better known by his stage name Gyptian, will be celebrating his birthday – which is October 25 – at the Downtown Convention Center (124 South Buchanan Street) in Lafayette, Louisiana, on October 22nd.

The international artist will be doing a full set, performing hit songs like Hold You, Serious Times, Nah Let Go, I Can Feel Your Pain etc. The show will start at 8pm local time, and there is a $30 USD entrance fee. Buy tickets here.

The Greaves Brothers Add Their Voices To The Popular Jerusalema Rhythm

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In 2020 while the world was grappling with the pandemic, South African creator Master KG released the global megahit Jerusalema with Nomcebo Zikode. Since it came out several artists and producers from various countries have added their versions.

The latest camp to put their spin on the Afro-pop beat is My MM Productions. Label CEO Orville Marshall and musician, singer and songwriter Wayne Armond, together shared their interpretation on a new single titled Afrobeat Medley. The track is a collection of popular R&B songs sung by The Greaves Brothers, featuring DJ Mossy Kid: formerly of the Dutty Cup Crew which also included Sean Paul. Officially released on August 31st, the tune is already being praised as one of the best versions on the beat.

The Greaves Brothers (Teddy Jr, Yishka and Gershi ) are sons of Teddy Greaves: legendary bass player and singer who was a member of the Sony Bradshaw Big Band, before going on to form his own Teddy Greaves and the Groovy Guys. In addition to what they learnt from their father, The Brothers kept on honing their skills by working directly with Stevie Wonder after auditioning to become a part of the Happiness Unlimited Band in California. This lasted for approximately five years.

See below some reactions to My MM Production‘s Afrobeat Medley:

MC Randolph
WICKED MIX..LOVE IT

Jeffrey Plant
Very nice work. Love it!!!

Wesley Butley
Wow that’s music that moves you awesome ensemble

Jaime Rivera
I’m dancin! Wow!!!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “AFROBEAT MEDLEY”