At the end of November Canadian artist/producer Gisto shared the official video for his single “Prosper.” It’s featured on his recently released album “Relief,” that came out in August.
“Prosper” is a collaboration done with international roots Rasta sing-jay Sizzla Kalonji, who is also present in the visuals. Click here or on the image above to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
The Florida based music label, Heavybeat Records, which is owned and operated by veteran producer and musician, Willie Lindo, has been consistently giving us top-tier reggae releases since its inception. That being said, they have officially raised the bar with the release of Kashief Lindo‘s (Willie‘s son) newest single, “Love Is Just A Heartbeat Away.”
The powerhouse song, though very laid back and smooth, is extremely potent in delivering a message that is sure to have an impact on anyone who hears it. On the record, Kashief, who sounds as though he is genuinely crying, questions “why are we so unkind when love is just a heartbeat away.” The singer challenges our decision to choose a path of war as oppose to peace; he also highlights the issue of childhood hunger, as well as the inhumane way in which we deal with each other.
If the lyrics and the way in which they’re delivered does not capture your attention, then the video is sure to. In an effort to be a honest visual representation of the words, the video shows real life events of things being sang about, with only a couple performance scenes from Kashief.
U.K. rapper Guvna B has just released a new song done in the form of a prayer as he, like us, try to make sense of all that we have gone through so far in 2020. The track is titled “Watching over Us,” and it features singer-songwriter Madison Ryann Ward, who is known for her soulful melodies.
The new record comes with some visuals that can be viewed by clicking here, or on the image above.
Anyone who is involved in the West Indian community in Canada is familiar with Denise Jones. She is the founder of Jones & Jones Productions, an event and artists management company that is committed to excellence. Though the actual cause of her death was not revealed, we can say that she died yesterday, December 3rd, she was only 64 years-old and according to reports, she has been ill for some time.
On a personal note, I – Maria Jackson – have worked with Denise on a number of occasions. I have sat with her on board meetings in Ontario and have booked her artists on my events in Europe. This news is very shocking and sad because I truly believe that she had so much more to do for the Canadian reggae scene.
My deepest condolences to her family, friends and love ones.
The 2020 MOBO Awards virtual ceremony will be live-streamed exclusively on the event’s YouTube channel on Wednesday, December 9th at 7:00 PM (UK time). Shortly thereafter, the 90-minute show will then broadcast on BBC One at 10:45 PM GMT.
This year’s nominees for Best Reggae Act are: Popcaan, Koffee, Lila Iké, Buju Banton and Protoje.
On Friday, December 11th, the 15th staging of what is arguably the biggest annual gospel concert in the world, ‘The Experience,’ will take place, albeit in a virtual format. The event that has consistently attracted approximately one million worshippers to the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos, Nigeria, will for the first time be accessible to a global audience by way of Periscope, YouTube, Facebook and the House on the Rock’s official website.
Though they will not be gathering in person, the organizers still went all out to ensure that viewers will indeed have a true Christ-like Experience. That being said, they have invited only the best gospel ministers from around the world to fellowship with them.
Leading the charge for the Caribbean is one of Jamaica’s most captivating worshipper, Chevelle Franklyn, who gave a stellar performance at the event in 2017. From the United States they have called on Tasha Cobbs, Don Moen, Travis Greene, Donnie McClurkin and Maverick City. African performers include: Sinach, Nathaniel Bassey, Mercy Chinwo, Eben, Ada, Nokwe the Poet and several others.
All in all, persons intending on tuning in will indeed have an ‘Experience.’ The Event, which will be hosted by Pastor Paul Adefarasin – senior pastor of House On The Rock – is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM GMT / 3:00 PM EST. In addition to streaming online, it will also air on both DS TV (channel 198) and GO TV (channel 29) in Nigeria.
Earlier today (Dec. 3rd), Busy Signal uploaded the official video for his song on the TDA Riddim, “Blessings.” The full project was released in early November and it also features new music from Chris Martin, Munga, Pressure and several others.
Click here or on the image above to check out Busy‘s video, and remember to like, comment and share.
