Legendary recording artist Jimmy Cliff has announced that he is no longer working with Urs Guntert and the Sun Music booking team (based in Europe).
At this point we are not sure what caused the separation between the brands. However, Jimmy Cliff is making it clear that he is not responsible for any contracts signed with Sun Music and promoters going forward.
On Sunday, September 8th, hip-hop legend KRS-ONE will do a live performance at Yoshi’s – located at 510 Embarcadero West – in Oakland, California.
Fans and supporters will have an opportunity to meet and greet the artist after the show. For additional information visit: www.yoshis.com
On Saturday, September 28, Renascence Entertainment will host the 5th annual Reggae Divas & Conscious Kings concert; with a theme of celebrating women in reggae, while saluting positive male artists. This year they are featuring Ikaya and Nesbeth live from Jamaica!
The event will be held at Krave Lounge (located at 55 Nugget Avenue) in Scarborough, Ontario. Doors open at 8 PM and the show will begin at 10 PM. There is $40 entrance fee.
On Friday, October 25th, Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) will celebrate the 20 year anniversary of what is arguably one of his biggest record to date, “Black on Both Sides.” The artist will be having a major concert at the Greek Theatre-U.C., located at 2001 Gayley Road in Berkeley, CA.
In addition to a live performance from Yasiin Bey, who will be doing all the songs from the album, there will also be performances from other iconic artists, namely: Erykah Badu, Slick Rick, Souls Of Mischief and DJ Big Von.
A few days ago Upsetta Records and Loud City Music released the single “Dutty Man” performed by Romain Virgo. On this powerful record Romain calls out men who are mistreating women, while simultaneously questioning ladies that stay around these men.
To really drive the message home, the artist also shared a lyric video that everyone needs to see. Click here to check it out and remember to like, comment and share.
IDEOLOGY “It is more important to me to make an impact, than just to float on waves made by one.” David Jackson (iDeology)
David Jackson aka iDeology was born in Clarendon, Jamaica. Like many, he was raised among music. “When living in Jamaica, especially the rural sides, it is hard not to see music as an important aspect to life. For many, music seems to be the only way of making a living, due to the lack of opportunities on this small island, or some may rely on music just to cope with the stresses of life. Whereas my father used it as many did, to celebrate and he sure loved to celebrate. His celebrations were so plentiful and grand, that he was considered a promoter of celebration.”
David saw the impact that music has on the masses and he respected its power but did not realize how close he was to possessing such power. After school David Jackson entered the construction industry and was happy with it, for a while, until he started experimenting with music. His experimentation led to a local release of a dancehall anthem “One Big Family.” “One Big Family” was used as a theme in several dance promotions. David Jackson, using the alias ID at the time, saw that he helped foster the admiration of unity among dancehall goers, a lost theme at the time.
Still toting music as a hobby, in 2018, ID entered a popular song writing and performing contest in Jamaica, the Cultural Development Commission’s JCDC song contest and won in the Kingston and St. Andrew’s Big Stage Final. Feeling the command that he had over thousands of people and realizing he could have people recite words that he had written, ID set himself a mission. “With music I will inspire the doubtful, with lyrics I will encourage questions and with my persona I will spread joy,” said David. He vowed to help others celebrate living as his father did while spreading his message. “I have so many things to say and music gives me the opportunity for it to be heard.”
His musical journey led him to veteran producer Steven Ventura where they worked on a sound to disseminate ID’s lyrics and bring life to his persona. Steven Ventura a seasoned recorder of live instruments describes the sound as “the modern meets the masters”. “Good old fashion reggae music, spiced up with some modern technology.” This era of David Jackson’s musical personality will be dubbed iDeology, where his performances are alive with messages to live by and music to rock to and musicians to admire. Look out for his debut single “Pumkin Belly” As quoted by IDeology, “My mission is my ideology and my ideology is my mission.”
iDeology’s mission begins with the release of his debut album “ID 2020 Perfect Vision”. Please visit www.ideologyja.com for music, media and more. For more information link boaedhouseja@gmail.com or 876 492 7717 or bridgewayartistmgmt@gmail.com or 7544236840
Organizers are promising good vibes and A-List performers on Sunday, September 15, at the 2nd Annual Los Angeles Reggae Vegan Fest at MacArthur Park in Los Angeles. The festival will run from noon to 9 PM and it’s an all ages event.
They’re inviting everyone to come out and see Reggae legends performing live! The lineup includes: Akae Beka (formerly a member of the reggae band MIDNITE, from the US Virgin Islands), Yami Bolo, Nadine Sutherland, Sister Nancy, Prezident Brown (All from Jamaica), Lamour & The Mystic Band (from Haiti), and many more. The festival features 100% vegan food and beverage plus clothing and other products. There will also be expert speakers on health, food, environment, and animals.
