In July, Island Rock Publishing released the Don Corleon produced record, Baby Blue– performed by Tarrus Riley. The lovers-rock reggae tune marks the return of the famed producer whose credits include Rihanna, Bounty Killer, Sean Paul, Sizzla, Keyshia Cole, Shaggy, and many more notable local and international artists.
The official video for Baby Blue was uploaded to Riley‘s YouTube channel a few days ago. If you have not yet seen it, check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
Visually impaired singer, songwriter and musician, Blessing Offor, has released a new song called My Tribe. The upbeat track was shared with its lyric video on August 12th and it’s already getting a lot of attention from listeners of both gospel and secular music.
For those not familiar with Blessing Offor, he is best known as a contestant on season seven of NBC’s The Voice.
This month the online gospel and inspirational channel, YEA! TV, will be airing their monthly Word & Worship Experience on Friday, August 26th, starting at 4pm EST. They will feature the ministry of Reverend Funke Felix-Adejumo and Psalmist Jennifer Lewin.
It will broadcast live on all YEA! TV platforms and mobile app, which is available for free download on iOS and Android.
Although they were released as individual singles, Luciano‘s What Never Happen In Years and Jodian Pantry‘s Pick Myself Up are on the same beat, and both were produced by Paul Patmore Production.
Pantry‘s Pick Myself Up was originally done by reggae legend Peter Tosh, and it is one of the songs that will be featured on her upcoming EP that’s due out this Summer. As for Luciano‘s tune – much like Jodian‘s – it’s enjoying heavy rotation on all reggae platforms worldwide; a credit to Paul Patmore‘s aggressive promo campaign.
Both songs are available on all DSPs, and as such, can be streamed and downloaded from your preferred digital music store now.
Jamaican born, American based business woman Andrea Stewart – who is also the founder and CEO of the motivational apparel line Think It Believe It Do It – has contracted inspirational singer Jodian Pantry to be one of the imprint’s official brand ambassador. The deal, which was finalized in early July, was immediately followed by a photoshoot showing Jodian modeling several pieces with the brand’s logo.
More than just clothing, Think It Believe It Do It, is all about empowering believers and achievers through fashion and inspiring stories. To that end, their signature design includes an eagle which represents strength, wisdom, tenacity, bravery and resilience.
In explaining why a company that operates out of Waterbury, Connecticut wanted a Jamaican public figure as its agent, Andrea said: “I think Jodian has embodied all the qualities of an eagle. I have watched her since she came on the scene as a little girl and she still impresses me. I have also seen her disappointments and I can thoroughly relate to them. I felt move to reach out to her because my brand TBD is all about empowerment, inspiration and encouragement.”
People from all walks will gather in the IRIE FM Courtyard on Sunday, August 21, to celebrate the life and works of Jamaica’s first national hero, Marcus Garvey.
Under the theme, “Time Come, Remove The Queen and all Remnants of Colonialism,” the IRIE FM Marcus Garvey Celebration will begin at 6:00 am with a live outside broadcast of the Africa Forum “Running African” with Kabu Ma’at Kheru and Mutabaruka.
Enlightening conversations, special guest speakers, performances, Nyabinghi drumming, chanting, and a wide array of displays representing various aspects of our African culture through food, clothing, craft, and music, the day’s activities will go up to 10 pm, and will be streamed live on iriefmdotnet and on the 107 FM dial.
The speakers will include: Bert Samuels – Jamaican Pan African Attorney at Law, Ambassador David Comissiong – Barbados’ Ambassador to CARICOM, and Minister David Muhammad – Trinidad and Eastern Caribbean representative of the Honourable Minister Louis Farrakhan and the Nation of Islam.
The Marcus Garvey Celebration will also feature tribute performances from the likes of Warrior King, Bushman, Chezidek, Hezron, Yaksta, Anthony Cruz, Nesbeth, Little Hero, Prophecy, Bongo Herman, Shav A, Mojo Herb, DYCR, Sativa the Black One, and Wise Words among others.
Plus performances from Ras Ivie and the Nyabinghi Drummers, and the Moore Town Maroon Cultural Group.
The IRIE FM Marcus Garvey Celebration held annually is a free event that aims to educate, uplift, and inspire through the arts.
SOURCE: IRIE FM
James Chambers, known professionally as Jimmy Cliff, is a Jamaican treasure. He is the only living reggae musician to hold the Order of Merit, the highest honor that can be granted by the Jamaican government for achievements in the arts and sciences.
Because of his status, whenever he releases new music, or is featured on someone else’s project, it gets a lot of attention- international attention. So when he shared his thirteen-track album titled Refugees a few days ago, it was immediately featured in the biggest music publications, with some of the most respected music critics giving it rave reviews.
Click here to stream and download Refugees from your preferred music store.
MARIA JACKSON 27 MAGAZINE 