Protoje’s Label In.Digg.Nation Signs Deal With RCA Records (@indiggco @Protoje)

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This past Monday Protoje took to social media to announce that his record label, In.Digg.Nation, has entered into a deal with American label RCA Records.

The agreement, which was facilitated by Six Course Inc., guarantees that music released by the In.Digg.Nation Collective (Protoje, Sevana and Lila Iké) will get the full support, promotional and otherwise, of the RCA team.

Dancehall Artist Aidonia Vents His Frustration After The Announcement Of St. Catherine Lockdown

After the press briefing on Tuesday night in which the Prime Minister announced the complete lockdown of the entire Parish of St. Catherine, a frustrated Aidonia took to Twitter and fired off several tweets.

The artist is clearly upset because some Jamaicans are not adhering to the stay at home orders. The following is one of the longer tweets that he posted:

“Right now nuh man nuh bring nuh fuckery to me! Ppl wid sense we a address! Government a try dem best but if we as a nation na work wid d system wah unu tink aguh happen? Like unu a wAit till dis ting get outa hand before unu see da seriousness a wah really a gwan.”

New Reggae Video: Tribute to the I Threes Ft. Shuga, Marcia Griffiths & Judy Mowatt (@shugamusic_)

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At the beginning of April the visuals for “Tribute to the I Threes,” which is performed by Shuga, Marcia Griffiths and Judy Mowatt, was released. The song, produced by Penthouse Records, is as the name states, an actual honoring of the powerful and unique unit that helped lift Bob Marley’s music even higher.

If you have not yet seen the video, click here or on the image above to watch it and remember to like, comment and share.

The Entire Parish Of St. Catherine, In Jamaica, Now Under Lockdown For 7 Seven Days (@AndrewHolnessJM @OPMJamaica)

Today – Tuesday, April 14th – Jamaica reported its highest number of confirmed corona virus cases on the island. There are now a total of 105 affected persons, with 32 being added today.

After conducting their investigations the government have concluded that most, if not all the new cases are residents of the St. Catherine community. That being said, the entire Parish will be on lockdown as of 5 AM on Wednesday, April 15th, and the lockdown will be in effect for 7 days.

Last Week Talib Kweli Released The “People’s Party” Music Video (@TalibKweli)

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People’s Party is a weekly interview show hosted by hip-hop artist Talib Kweli and comedian Jasmin Leigh; it features a new special guest from the entertainment industry each week. The audio podcast is available on both Apple and Spotify.

The song, “People’s Party,” which is a collaboration between Talib Kweli and Boots Riley, was released last week along with the supporting visuals. Click here or on the image above to watch the video and remember to like, comment and share.

Stephen Marley, Wiz Khalifa & Other Top-tier Artists Confirmed For Virtual 420 Celebration (@weedmaps @stephenmarley)

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Weedmaps is gearing up to present what is being called ‘The World’s Biggest Virtual 420 Celebration’ on Monday, April 20th. It will stream live via weedmapsdotcom/420 from 12:00 to 05:00 PM (PDT).

Hosted by The Smokers Club, the event will feature: Wiz khalifa, Stephen Marley, Tycho DJ Set, Dave East, Cam’ron, Alchemist, Tony Hinchcliffe, Chaunte Wayans, Kitty Cash and many more top-tier artists and selectors.

Anthony B Inspires Hope With New Reggae Song “There Is A Light” (@Anthonyb_blair)

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International recording artist, Anthony B, who continues to work despite all that is happening, is sharing an uplifting new single titled “There Is A Light.” The song, which was uploaded to his YouTube channel on April 10th, talks about the importance of washing hands, staying inside and above all else not giving hope.

“There Is A Light” is truly a beautiful, timely record that everyone should hear. Though it will not be available for digital download until April 17th, it can be pre-ordered now via iTunes.