#1 Sister Sister – Isha Bel & Miriam Simone – Kalinga Records & Dredda Records
#2 Only If We Try – Singing Sweet – Sweet Music
#3 Christian Way – Mr Bertus – Goldmind Production
#4 I’m In Love – Keishera & Boomrush Backup – Boomrush Backup Productions
#5 Samfie – Abka Kaba – Stingray Records
The above chart airs on The Harmonious Combination with Disc Jock Redeem and King Genius on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. (CST) and 4:00 p.m. (BST) on 1 Harmony Radio in London, England.
Summer Dance, a music event promotion company in Bremen, Germany, will be presenting the inaugural Summer Dance Festival on August 23rd, 2025. It will be held at Waller Feldmarktsee (Heideweg 4) from 12 noon to midnight.
In an attempt to attract the entire family, they have organized several activities for kids and will even have a professional childcare provider available to help out.
As for the live show, it will feature Turbulence, Rebellion, Unstoppable Fyah, Royal Messenjah, Hard Breaka, Tom Remo, King Pata, Laminator, Kamzii, King Rich, Lamina, Michael Bachle, Gosso D Thunder, and Lyrical Emparoo. Click here to buy tickets.
A powerful wave of reggae energy is set to wash over Amsterdam as two of the genre’s most influential voices—I-Wayne and Fantan Mojah—take the stage at the NDSM Café – NDSM Theater on Sunday, August 10, 2025, beginning at 3:00 PM local time. Joining them for this special event is the soulful roots artist Jah Bouks, adding another dynamic layer to an already electrifying lineup.
This live performance, featuring the exceptional Massive Genda backing band, promises to be more than just a concert. It is a vibrant celebration of life, love, and reggae culture, bringing together fans from across the Netherlands and beyond. With a blend of conscious lyrics, soulful melodies, and powerful rhythms, this event is poised to uplift and inspire all who attend.
Known for his smooth vocals and spiritually charged tracks like “Can’t Satisfy Her” and “Living in Love,” I-Wayne brings a message of purity and resilience. Fantan Mojah, with his unmistakable energy and powerful anthems such as “Hail the King” and “Corruption,” adds a fiery passion that resonates deeply with reggae lovers worldwide. Jah Bouks, with his roots-infused voice and messages of peace, completes a lineup that truly honors the spirit of reggae.
For tickets and further information, visit fpp.amsterdam.
Dancehall artist Cham, formerly known as Baby Cham, has just released the first single from his upcoming album. The track, titled “Hustling In My Blood,” is a collaborative single that also features Stephen Marley and Damian Marley.
The men have also shared the song’s official video, which can be viewed on Baby Cham‘s YouTube channel. Published on July 11th, “Hustling In My Blood” is an anthem for aggressively enterprising people who are constantly working to achieve their goals.
Both the song and its accompanying music video went live on streaming platforms on July 11th, 2025. Cham‘s album, “Sherlock,” drops on July 25th.
The rhythms of reggae and the deep vibrations of dub will once again echo across the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region this summer as the SunSka Festival returns for its 28th edition. Held annually in France, the 2025 SunSka Festival is set to take place on August 1st, 2nd, and 3rd at the picturesque Domaine de Nodris (1 Rue du Maquis) in Vertheuil.
This year’s lineup promises to be one of the most exciting in the festival’s history, with a dynamic blend of legendary artists, international headliners, and rising local talent. Confirmed performers include: Ky-Mani Marley, Israel Vibration, The Gladiators, Tiken Jah Fakoly, U Brown, Mad Professor, Don Letts, Dub Inc, Theodort, and Nuttea.
For the full artist lineup, schedule, and ticket information, festivalgoers can visit the official website at www.sunska.fr.
France’s 100% free and independent festival, No Logo, is about to present its 12th edition. It will take place on August 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2025, at the Forges de Fraisans in Fraisans, France. Notably, this is also one of the biggest reggae festivals in France.
On the program are Burning Spear, Ky-Mani Marley, Clinton Fearon, David Rodigan, Third World, Mad Professor, Jah Lil, Meta & The Cornerstones, Nadia McAnuff & The Ligerians, Omega Nebula, and that is just to name a few. For additional information, visit nologofestival.fr.
After taking a break from the music industry, producer Ian “Dennis” Johnson returns with the “Soca Jam EP,” an island-flavored project aimed at getting party animals on the dance floor. Johnson, who has worked with big names such as Bob Andy, Dennis Brown, Freddie McGregor, and Cutty Ranks, as well as Miami-based artist Trini, was ready for a change of pace after years of producing reggae artists.
The title track on “Soca Jam,” done by Grub Cooper of Fab5, was released on July 4th. The compilation also features “Roll Your Waist” by Honorebel, “Caribbean Ting” by Mr. Easy, and a remix of “Roll Your Waist” with Honorebel and Ackah Dan.
“After a long hiatus from music production, I am not moving away from reggae, but I have a popular Soca Jam website, and I use it to promote entertainment events,” Johnson explained. “I am planning to promote some soca events next year in Trinidad, New York, and Jamaica, so these soca songs are to bring awareness to my Soca Jam Promotions.”
The first person who came to mind for this soca venture was drummer, arranger, and vocalist Grub Cooper, known for his work with the Fabulous Five Band in Jamaica. He created and wrote some of their biggest soca hits, including “All Night Party” and “Feeling Horny.”
As for Cooper, he said once he heard the draft of “Soca Jam,” there was no hesitation about getting on board. “His (Johnson’s) thought process is worldwide, which I totally subscribe to because music today is a big melting pot. The Soca Jam has a lot of potential,” he said.
Initially, Cooper’s track was to be the only song for “Soca Jam,” but Johnson eventually approached Mr. Easy and Honorebel to voice on the up-tempo beat. “Soca Jam,” the single, is now available on all streaming platforms; it comes to us courtesy of Finatic Records, Johnson‘s company.
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