I’m sure all dancehall lovers will agree that one of the treats on this year’s Sumfest was the Beenie Man / Bounty Killer set. Both artists took the audience on a musical history tour as they did song after song from their past, all hits by the way.
The Beenie / Bounty set also demonstrated that you can have serious lyrical war without it getting personal or physical. Great job guys!
Janet Jackson will be performing live at the Treasure Island Resort & Casino’s Treasure Island Amphitheater on Saturday, September 14th.
She is giving all loyal members of her fan club first dibs on tickets; click here and enter the password: allforyou to gain access to your exclusive pre-sale ticket. Miss Jackson’s show at the Treasure Island Amphitheater will feature a special 30th Anniversary Celebration of Rhythm Nation 1814.
Playground Festival is a new 3 day music festival that will be held on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th of August, 2019, in Rouken Glen Park (located in the South West of Glasgow). The line up is a multi-genre music blend of electronica, indie-electronic, alternative and rock. The major confirmed headliner for this year is non other than Ms. Lauryn Hill.
For additional information, such as tickets, directions, accommodations etc. visit their official website: www.playgroundofsound.co.uk.
On July 16th, reggae recording artist, Jah Mason, released the official video for his single Ain’t No Chain. On the record, which is produced by Global Flex, Mason laments on his resilient spirit, which he says cannot be chained.
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We are all admittedly caught up in Koffee‘s rapture, so everyone was excited when she announced that she will be performing on Jimmy Kimmel. For those who were not able to watch the show live, it is now on YouTube. It was taped a couple weeks ago but only aired a few days ago.
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On June 25th, Karamanti released her 3rd studio album, “Hurt People.” This is a ten-track project – three poems and seven songs – with one concept; serving as an inspiration to those that have struggled with abuse and/or depression.
“Hurt People” is divided into three parts. Part one, which is labelled Survive, speaks to domestic abuse, child abuse (both at home & in the church), rape and finally, depression. Part two is all about Overcoming the hurt and healing. And the last section warns the listener not to get stuck, emphasizing the importance of finding inner-peace and happiness after the abuse / depression has ended. In other words, Thriving.
With Panamanian-born, American-based producer, Arioso Legato, composing all the rhythms, “Hurt People” is carving out its own unique genre, called ragga-soul. This is a hardcore yet soulful sound from the Caribbean. The album is on both Karamanti’s own Blakkwuman22 Music label as well as Arioso Legato Music. It is being distributed exclusively by Blakkwuman22 Music.
Though “Hurt People” is available on all the major music platforms, each song can be previewed, in full, prior to download from Karamanti’s personal music store: www.karamanti.bandcamp.com.
On July 27th Jamaica’s godfather of dancehall, Johnny Osbourne, will be performing at Outside Oostende (located at Koningin Astridlaan 9) in Ostend. This event, which is being dubbed ‘Kingston Beach,’ will also feature several sound systems, tropical drinks, Jamaican food and live dance acts.
