Reggae Artists From Around The World Remake Gregory Isaac’s “Night Nurse” To Honor Health Care Professionals

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On June 15th, African Museum Records released a remix of the mega hit “Night Nurse,” originally performed by iconic reggae artist Gregory Isaacs. The new version features various artists and musicians from all over the world: Flabba Holt, Mr. Vegas, Dotta Coppa, Papa Michigan, Kenny Smyth, Darrio (Jamaica); Rocky Dawuni (Ghana), Wyre (Kenya), Megumi Mesaku (Japan/UK), Glenny (Suriname), Afrikan Simba (Nigeria), IZA (Poland /Germany/USA), Kayafyahouse (Cap Verde) and Adonai (Brazil).

The song was done to honor medical professionals all over the world, and monies made from this record will go towards musicians and artists affected by the pandemic. Click here to stream and download “Night Nurse” from your preferred music platform.

New Reggae Release: Everton Blender & Beenie Man – Slackness

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Veteran reggae artist, Everton Blender, is promoting a new collaboration done with the dancehall king, Beenie Man, called “Slackness.” On the bouncy one-drop tune both men highlight a number of things that they find to be troubling.

“Slackness” was officially released at the end of May and is live on iTunes and all other music platforms.

Bushman To Deliver Special Father’s Day Performance

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On Sunday, June 21st, at 5:00 PM (Jamaica time), roots artist Bushman will deliver a special Father’s Day performance. This is a live band set, as he will be supported by the Riddim 2000 Band.

This presentation will stream live via the Zojak Worldwide YouTube channel.

Comedian Oliver Samuels Will Join Minister Tufton Tonight For A ‘Covid Conversation’ (@christufton @themohwgovjm)

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Tonight, June 18th, at 6:00 PM (local time), Jamaica’s Ministry of Health & Wellness will host another Covid Conversation as they continue to inform and educate the nation.

The confirmed panelists are: Denise Eldemire-Shearer, Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie, Mr. Dunstan Bryan and Dr. Christopher Tufton. They will be joined by one of Jamaica’s biggest comedian, Oliver Samuels.

The conversation will stream live via their social media platforms. Members of the public are being encouraged to submit questions via www dot slido dot com using the code – #JaCovid19.

Join Common & Other Black Celebrities For A Live Juneteenth Special (@common @cthagod)

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On Friday, June 19th, a day that is very important in the lives of African Americans, Charlamagne will host ‘Lift Every Voice,’ an event centered around “Juneteenth.”

Charlamagne will be joined by: Common, Jonathan McReynolds, T.I., Mick Jenkins, Trae Tha Truth, Vic Mensa, Mereba, Leon Bridges, Gia Peppers and that is just to name a few. ‘Lift Every Voice’ is scheduled to begin at 8 PM ET | 5 PM PT. Click here for additional information.

The Official Release Date For Buju Banton’s Album Is June 26, 2020 (@bujubanton)

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“Upside Down,” the highly anticipated album from Buju Banton, will be officially released on June 26th, 2020. A few days ago the project went live, but only for pre-order on selected platforms. That being said, on the 26th it will be available on all music sites.

Glen Washington Performs Live This Friday!

On Friday, June 19th, Irie Ites Sound and Party Time Radio & TV will join forces to host reggae singer Glen Washington live in the Irie Ites Studio.

The event, which is being called ‘Lockdub Meeting,’ will see Washington performing his hits and interacting in real time. This presentation will stream live on both Facebook and YouTube starting at 21:00.