Ruach Ru Shoots Video For Her Trending Single “Mr. Player Man” (@RuachRu)

RUACH PLAYER MAN VIDEO 16After creating quite a buzz on both the local and international reggae circuit with her trending single Mr. Player Man, Ruach Ru has finally took time out to shoot the official video for the song. It was directed by Rael Emmanuel of Two Fold Creative Studios (11Fold), with Milton Vanna doing the editing and Sharae Winn taking credits for the still images.

The visuals for Mr. Player Man gives viewers a sneak peak inside the life of a “player.” Shot over four days, the video will feature actor and actresses: Derrick Levi, Shania Williams, Shelly Ann Hurde and Shantal Swayers.

It is currently being edited and should be released in approximately two and a half weeks.

AMERICAN PRESIDENT, DONALD J. TRUMP, PROCLAIMS JUNE 2018 AS ‘NATIONAL CARIBBEAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH’

Caribbean AmericanSee below, letter from America’s 45th President, Donald J. Trump, regarding National Caribbean American Heritage Month.

During Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we honor America’s long-shared history with our neighbors in the Caribbean and celebrate the Caribbean Americans who have enriched our Nation.

Caribbean Americans embody the American spirit, with their talents and hard work contributing greatly to America’s economy. They protect our citizens as law enforcement officers, serve our communities as public officials, and mentor our country’s young people as educators. Through their tremendous athleticism and determination, they have brought pride to the hearts of the American people as members of numerous U.S. Olympic teams. Their leadership and resolve have made incredible contributions to our society.

As trailblazers, Americans with Caribbean roots have sewn their own unique thread into the fabric of our Nation. Dr. William Thornton, a native of the British Virgin Islands, designed the United States Capitol and is generally considered the first “Architect of the Capitol”. Jean Baptiste du Sable, the first permanent resident of Chicago, was born in Haiti. Widely recognized as the “Founder of Chicago,” his prosperous trade settlement has become one of the most iconic cities in the world.

This month, we acknowledge the numerous contributions of Caribbean Americans to our Nation, including those of the more than 4 million Caribbean Americans who live in the United States today. We are also deeply grateful to the many Caribbean Americans who have served or are currently serving our country as members of our Armed Forces.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2018 as National Caribbean-American Heritage Month. I encourage all Americans to join in celebrating the history, culture, and achievements of Caribbean Americans with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.

DONALD J. TRUMP

 

Patrice Roberts To Headline ‘Weakness 4 Sweetness Boat Ride’ (@PatriceRmusic)

Patrice RobertsOn Sunday, June 24th, Soca Sweetness and The Hive will host the 6th annual ‘Weakness 4 Sweetness Boat Ride.’ The party takes place on The Empress Of Canada, which will board at 11 Polson Street (Toronto, Ontario) at 7 PM sharp. The boat will leave the dock at 8 PM and will return at midnight.

In addition to a live performance by Patrice Roberts, entertainment also includes music from Soca Sweetness, Marxman, Jump Up Kingz, Freshcut, Tony B and many more.

Ticket price starts at $50 CDN and goes up to $60 CDN, depending on when they are purchased. For additional information persons are being asked to call 416-806-3383.

Love & Reggae: Romain Virgo, Morgan Heritage & Beres Hammond – July 8th in Atlanta (@morganheritage @RealRomainVirgo)

love and reggaeOn Sunday, July 8th the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre (2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway) in Atlanta, Georgia will be filled with Love & Reggae. The event is being dubbed An Evening With Beres & Friends. The friends in this case being Romain Virgo and Morgan Heritage.

For additional information, persons are being asked to call 678-559-8993 or visit www.bereshammondatl.com

JUNGLE GEORGE Biography (@JungleGeorge7)

Jungle George1Aston George Hewitt, publicly known as Jungle George, is arguably one of Jamaica’s best kept music secret. This humble, yet extremely talented man is a professional guitar player, who has played with some of Jamaica’s most established artists; a producer, who operates his own recording studio; as well as a singer, song writer and vocalist, with a growing catalogue.

Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Aston moved around a lot as a child. He first lived in Maxfield, then Spanish Town, then Pembroke Hall and then back to Maxfield. All the time with his mother, four brothers and three sisters. Because he moved a lot, he also attended quite a few schools. He started out at Mrs. Bowen’s Basic School on Whitfield Avenue, from there he went on to Whitfield All Age and then it was on to Tradigo Park All Age in Spanish Town. While living in the city of Pembroke Hall, he attended both Marverly All Age and Pembroke Hall Secondary. He also went to Belfield Comprehensive High School for a brief period.

Growing up, Aston took an interest in: football, volleyball, track and field (with an emphasis on long jump), boy-scout, the 4H Club and the debating team. He also developed a passion for the visual arts (specifically drawing) but ultimately gave his heart to music.

His musical journey began at Pembroke Hall High School. While there, he was often called on to perform at many of the school’s functions. That being said, everything changed at the very beginning of grade 7 when he was asked if he would like to audition for the choir, which, at the time, was being directed by Mr. Paul Ennis, a former member of the Kingston College Chapel Choir. Needless to say, he made the cut and the choir continued on even after he left school. The group consisted of Cleveland Brownie, Norman and Barrington Jones (brothers of the popular drummer Dezie Jones from the Chalice Band).

Though Paul Ennis sparked a fire in Jungle George, it was the seeds planted by watching and being around his uncles, Lassells and Corel Hewitt, who both played in a number of local bands, as well as his cousin, Ernest Ranglin, that eventually grew in him. Young George followed his uncle’s footsteps and joined Lloyd Parkes & We The People Band in 1996. As a member of the band he got the opportunity to work with almost every Jamaican artist and even some international acts like the Temptations. He has played on records for much sought after artists such as: The Abyssinians, Lutan Fyah, Dubkor and many more.

Fast forward to 2018 and Jungle George finds himself working on a number of songs for his 1st album. Over the years he has worked on many singles, literally in the hundreds, and he is now selecting the best tracks for placement on his full length studio album. Additionally, he is on a mission to rid Jamaica and the rest of the world of crime and violence, by giving the youths an opportunity to become artists, and/or musicians, and giving away free recording sessions and musical lessons. He is also working on getting his own children, who are all skilled musicians, more involved in the music industry.

Jah Mason’s 2018 Summer Tour (@JahMasonMusic ‏@JahMasonMusic9)

Jah Mason

Jah Mason, in collaboration with the Neva Stop Booking Agency (based in Europe), are now prepping for his 2018 Summer Tour. The artist has confirmed stops in Germany, Switzerland, France and several other countries in the region.

That being said, there are still some available dates, so event organizers interested in working with Jah Mason are being asked to contact Neva Stop Booking Agency at +33 6 14 97 25 42

Mikey General Shoots First Video From His New Album ‘Tewahedo’ (@MikeyGeneral7)

DSC07236This past Sunday, May 27th, veteran reggae artist Mikey General worked on the visuals for his song Zion Gate, taken from the new album Tewahedo.

With director Maria Jackson, Mikey went to three locations – the outskirts of Hellshire Beach, Greendale Drive and Caymanas Bay River – in Kingston. They captured shots to support the theme of the song. Some of the scenes included: Mikey General reading the Bible and affirming his commitment to spreading the message of love and togetherness, and Mikey General reasoning with his friends about the importance of being good to others.

The video is currently being edited and should be released in approximately two weeks.