The 6th Annual African Music Week Kicks Off In Toronto This Weekend

African Music Week (AMW) is a conference and festival dedicated to heightening the understanding of Africans and people of African descent through music and culture; with a series of concentrated events in one of the world’s most diverse and multicultural cities; Toronto, Canada. Here you will find African musicians and music industry executives throughout the Diaspora as they gather to both learn and teach.

African Music Week live/virtual showcases and conferences encourage innovative and interactive engagement of sounds and lifestyle changes. It also exposes artists to resources, networks, and platforms while providing long-term mentoring to launch and maintain careers in the global entertainment industry. Get more information here.

John Legend’s “Bigger Love” Concert Set For This Sunday (@johnlegend)

This Sunday, October 24th, fans and supporters of John Legend will be treated to a special virtual concert; the Bigger Love Tour. They will see Legend performing all his hits with full support from a backing band.

The show is scheduled to start at 8:00pm ET, and persons are encouraged to click here for additional info and link to purchase tickets.

Melanie Durrant Calls Out “Bait & Switch” In New Video (@MelanieDurrant)

Award-winning Canadian R&B singer Melanie Durrant has just released her new single and video, Bait & Switch. In both the audio and visual Durrant tackles relationship issues in a raw and honest way. She does all this while having her vulnerability on full display.

Bait & Switch is featured on Melanie Durrant‘s album Where I’m At, which was released in May of this year. Click here or on the image above to check out the video and remember to like, comment and share.

Catch Erykah Badu On Tour This Fall (@fatbellybella)

The queen of neo-soul, Erykah Badu, is out on the road this Fall. She has confirmed dates in Hollywood, Dallas, San Diego, Atlanta, Orlando, Tampa, Nashville and several other major cities across the United States.

On some of the shows Badu will feature Goodie Mob as her special guest. Click here for all dates, locations and links to tickets.

En Vogue To Celebrate Their 30 Year Anniversary At “R&B Feast” On Nov. 6th In Denver (@Jammin1015)

On Saturday, November 6th, Jammin 101.5 will present R&B Feast at the Magness Arena, located at 2250 East Jewell Avenue in Denver, Colorado. This event will feature some of the biggest rhythm and blues artists of all time.

Patrons will be treated to performances from En Vogue, who is celebrating their 30 year anniversary; Dru Hill, Next, Tony Toni Tone, Ginuwine, Shai, Ruff Endz, Ready For The World, Jase4real and Of Soul 4 Real. Click here for tickets

Micah Shemaiah’s New Album “Still” Drops On Oct. 29 (@MicahShemaiah)

Reggae artist Micah Shemaiah has just shared a new single titled Natural Man. This is the lead single from his upcoming album, Still, scheduled for release at the end of October (specifically on the 29th).

Natural Man is a mellow roots-reggae tune that is truly addictive. Click here or on the image above to check out the official video, which was published on the same day as the audio, and remember to like, comment and share.

Anthony B, Stephen Marley & Yellowman Will Perform At Cali Roots Sessions On Oct. 23/24

The highly anticipated Cali Roots Sessions will continue on October 23rd and 24th at the The Midway, located at 900 Marin Street in the Dogpatch district in San Francisco, California.

This event includes performances from legendary reggae artists Anthony B, Stephen Marley, Yellowman and Don Carlos. Also on the show are J Boog, The Green and FIJI. Tickets for the San Francisco Sessions are available here: californiarootspresentsdotcom.