Tarrus Riley Gives Giveon’s “Heartbreak Anniversary” A Reggae Remix (@tarrusrileyja)

International reggae recording artist Tarrus Riley has just upgraded R&B singer Giveon‘s hit single, Heartbreak Anniversary, by giving it a reggae remix. Released on Thursday, July 1st, the reggae version of Heartbreak Anniversary was produced by Kareem Burrell and Dean Fraser for XTM Nation.

To support the remake of Heartbreak Anniversary , Tarrus also shared the official video. Click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.

Jamaican-Canadian Label 7 Gate Record To Release New Dancehall Riddim With Keywee, Vershon, Wasp & Others Later This Month (@ThoseTravelBugz)

On July 23rd Mississauga (Ontario) based music label, 7 Gate Record, will share the Nuh Used To Gal Riddim. This is an eleven-track dancehall compilation which features a mixture of trending and emerging Jamaican and Canadian dancehall artists. The track listing includes new music from Vershon, Wasp, Booba Starr, Little Twitch, Keywee, Javada, Cashan, Prohcess, Fada Price and Brano Ranks. 

The Nuh Used To Gal Riddim was created by Mathew Knongwah, a member of the 7 Gate team, who resides in Zimbabwe. Label founders and owners, Wolf and Jojo, fell in love with the beat the first time they heard it and knew immediately that it was too good for just one artist. 

For additional information about this upcoming riddim-driven project, as well as other releases from 7 Gate Record, visit their official website: 7gaterecord.com.

Skinny Fabulous To Perform At “Summer Bliss Cooler Fete” This Monday

On Monday, July 5th Captain Jason Benn will host Summer Bliss Cooler Fete at a private location in New York. The event will run from noon to 8PM (local time).

Music will be provided by Hot 97’s Massive B, Freeze Int’l, Sal Infrared, DJ Active, Byfar Jr Cruiza, Elegance Sounds, Team Xclusive and DJ Xlence. There will also be a special performance by Vincentian artist Skinny Fabulous. Click here for tickets and additional info.

The JaRIA Honor Awards Is All Set For July 4th (@JaRIAent)

Due to all the restrictions and limitations placed on Jamaica’s entertainment industry because of the corona virus, the 2021 JaRIA Honor Awards Show will be held virtually. However, although this is not a live in-person presentation the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association is still promising an exciting, captivating and entertaining show.

The full program will stream live on JaRIA’s social media platforms, as well as on PBCJ TV starting at 3PM (local time) on Sunday, July 4th. Special guest performers include: Freddie McGregor, Johnny Clarke, Joby Jay and Levy’s Heritage.

Minister Taf’s Biography (@Minister_Taf @reggaegospel360)

Minister Taf, which is short for Tafari, is a Jamaican born and raised reggae-gospel recording artist who now resides in the United Kingdom.

A man of humble beginnings, Taf‘s childhood, though filled with love was also dominated by poverty. He recalls times when he would go to bed without food; the roof would leak when it rained, and at one point he only had one pair of shoes, a trouser and t-shirt to wear when going out. Having survived all that, Minister Taf now creates songs that can aptly be described as motivational, hopeful, and inspiring.

Though he is now committed to music, Taf‘s first passion was always football. He had what seems like a natural God-given talent for soccer, which became evident in his adolescent years. In fact, at the age of 16 he was selected to attend a trial for Jamaica U17; and even though that trial never took place, he went on to win many football medals and trophies over the years. After arriving in the UK in 2009, he tried out for Barnet FC while they were in league 2. Regretfully he did not make the team. Looking back now, it is clear that God had other plans for his life.

It can be argued that his attachment to football was always matched by his fondness for music. Before transitioning to reggae and dancehall, the music from his home country, Taf started out rapping. He was introduced to the hip-hop genre by his brother and subsequently became a huge fan of Tupac Shakur. To fulfil their musical desires Taf would meet with his friend (Delano) and write songs. They often recorded themselves freestyling; but it was just for fun.

His musical journey got serious in 2012 after hearing the voice of God regarding pursuing music. That said, he officially started to work on his career as an artist that same year. From that point on Taf has been busy paying his dues. He has worked tirelessly over the years and is at a point now where he is indeed being used by God to speak to the masses.

Lupe Fiasco Shares Dates For His 2021 “Food & Liquor Tour” (@LupeFiasco)

Later this year Lupe Fiasco will be heading out on the road for his 2021 Food & Liquor Tour. He will be making stops in Seattle, San Fran, Cleveland and Brooklyn. Those are the confirmed cities that he has announced so far, but additional locations are expected to be added.

For all dates, venues and tickets, visit his official website: lupefiasco dot com.

Here Is A List Of All The 2021 BET Awards Winners

Below are all the musical wins from the 2021 BET Awards Show. The event was held on Sunday, June 27th, at the Microsoft Theater (located at 777 Chick Hearn Ct) in Los Angeles, California.

Album of the year
Heaux Tales – Jazmine Sullivan

Best female R&B / pop artist
H.E.R.

Best male R&B / pop artist
Chris Brown

Best female hip hop artist
Megan Thee Stallion

Best male hip hop artist
Lil Baby

Best new artist
Giveon

Best collaboration
Cardi B featuring Megan Thee Stallion – “WAP”

Best group
Silk Sonic

best gospel/inspirational award
Kirk Franklin – “Strong God”

BET HER award
SZA — “Good Days”

Viewer’s choice award
Megan Thee Stallion featuring Beyoncé – “Savage (Remix)”

Video of the year
Cardi B featuring Megan Thee Stallion – “WAP”

Video director of the year
Bruno Mars & Florent Déchard

Best international act
Burna Boy (Nigeria)