Beloved poet and lyricist Sunni Patterson will be doing a reading and signing in support of her new book, We Know This Place, on Saturday, August 13.
Although the event is being presented by the local Community Book Center, in the interest of space, it will actually be held at the André Cailloux Center For The Performing Arts & Cultural Justice at 2541 Bayou Road (New Orleans, Louisiana) from 3pm.
Copies of the book will be available for sale at the event. However, if you are unable to attend, you can also purchase it on Amazon.
Costa Rican American singer-songwriter Stevie Malekuu has stepped on the international reggae stage! The emerging star, who lives in Florida, is signed to Jamaican music imprint My MM Productions – a label owned and operated by Florida based Jamaican Orville Marshall.
Malekuu‘s name began circulating in and around the reggae industry at the beginning of the year when he shared Don’t Trust Dem; his initial release with the aforementioned label. Despite the fact that the song is solid, it is only now – with the publishing of his most recent tune, What Will Be (released on July 14) – that he is starting to get an attentive audience.
Regarding the inspiration behind the record, Stevie Malekuu explains: “we wrote the song under the influence of today’s fast pace and rapidly changing world. Everyone is panicking as the unknown looms larger than ever but despite what is happening around us each of us have to take a stand to accept what we know to be true. We need to accept the many things that will surely be and focus on the positive things in life that we can control.”
Persons that contributed to the production process are: Stevie Malekuu, Roxwell “Rocky” Smith, Ritchie Mair, Wayne Armond and Orville Marshall.
One of Atlanta’s most notable hip-hop and soul artists, CeeLo Green, will pay tribute to the legendary James Brown on Thursday, August 11th at Central Park (Rumsey Playfield) in Manhattan, New York.
The event – which is being presented by MeanRed Productions – will start at 6pm sharpe, with NYC DJ Jonathan Toubin spinning original 45s. Rock, soul and classic funk band Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe will also do a set. Get tickets here.
Tony Touch and friends will be hosting Toca’s Playhouse at Bar 13 – 35 East 13th Street, Union Square – in New York, New York on Thursday, August 11th from 10pm until…
Patrons will be treated to three levels of music by some of the best DJs in the business; as well as a live performance from one of the best hip-hop lyricist that ever lived, KRS-One. Tickets and additional information are available on eventbrite.
You can’t afford to miss Grammy-winning R&B superstar, actress and author Fantasia at her first ever concert at the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts – Filene Center at 1551 Trap Road – in Vienna, Virginia.
The 2004 season three winner of Fox’s American Idol is scheduled to perform on Friday, August 19th, along with R&B and soul singer-songwriter Leela James. Buy tickets here.
Fans and supporters are encouraged to enter for a chance to win two Row A tickets, as well as preferred parking, access to the Encore Circle Lounge and a Prize Pack, courtesy of PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.! Get additional information here.
See below a statement from Reach Records – issued on Friday, August 5th – regarding the cancellation of the Unashamed Tour Pt.2.
“To the Unashamed
We regret to inform you due to logistical issues, we are unable to move forward with the Unashamed Tour Part II. Ticket holders for all canceled shows will receive an automatic refund.
We appreciate your continued support as we work to provide new and innovative opportunities for us to gather, enjoy our favorite music, and celebrate the work and life of Jesus. Stay tuned for the return of the Unashamed Tour!
One Link Promotions would like everyone to join them as they hol’ a Vibes In The Hills on Saturday, August 27th at Ewarton Sports Complex in Ewarton, St. Catherine (Jamaica).
The rub-a-dub party will feature live performances by reggae stars Little John and I-Wayne; with additional music by Killamanjaro Sound. The stage-show and party will be preceded by an all day cookout, a retro outfit competition, plus prizes and surprises. Entrance fee is $1,500 JMD.
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