At the end of March, Ce’Cile, the sing-jay commonly referred to as the ‘bad gyal of reggae-dancehall’ will – in collaboration with producer Josh Harris – release a puissant reggae song titled Let’s Work It Out.
On the inspirational tune Ce’Cile hits all the right notes as she reminds us of the golden rule, which is to treat others the way we would like to be treated. She sings:
“If I love you like I love myself respect in every way And if I treat you like I treat myself then we should be ok Love you like the birds and the bees and the honey and the weed No need no label one love one race me a pree What’s good for you Is good for me”
Her strong message is complimented by the beautiful rhythm produced by Josh Harris and his team at Big Feet Records. Let’s Work It Out will be available on all streaming platforms on Friday, March 31st.
Gospel recording artist Mervin Mayo, who burst on the scene approximately two years ago after going viral with his rendition of ‘The Best Of Me,’ has been invited to perform at the Henrico Theater – 305 East Nine Mile Road – in Henrico, Virginia, on Thursday, April 6th.
This is the organizer’s 1st Annual All White Gospel Concert, being presented – in part – to raise funds for mental health and suicide prevention. Mayo will be joined by Shawn Heckstall, New Isreal, Veronica The Singer and DJ Beato Felito. Tickets are $20 USD each, and the show starts at 7:30pm.
On Friday, April 21st, Grammy Award winning gospel artist Israel Houghton & New Breed will be live in concert at the Crossroads Church at 8901 South Shields Boulevard in Oklahoma City.
This promises to be a night of praise and worship, with early performers Set Free Sounds and Avery & Friends. Tickets – which start at $50 USD – are available now via eventbrite
Austin Reggae Festival, which is on April 21, 22 and 23, promises good music, good food and good vibes! This year’s lineup includes The Skatalites, Mighty Mystic, Kumar, Jesse Royal, Perfect Giddimani, Inner Circle, and that is just to name a few.
Location is the Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park – 900 W Riverside Drive – in Austin. In addition to the live performances they will also have a dub corner as well as a disco. Additional information is available on the event’s official website.
For six days and five nights the Love & Harmony Cruise will hit the high seas, making stops in Ft. Lauderdale (Florida), Nassau (Bahamas) and Ocho Rios (Jamaica).
There will be a range of entertainment such as music, sports, comedy etc. And confirmed musical performers include Beres Hammond, Popcaan, Sanchez, Third World, Rupee, Destra and others. Get additional information at loveandharmonycruise-dot-com.
As a part of the ongoing Coveside Concert Series, the world’s oldest operating sound system – Merritone Music – will present an event dubbed Merritone on the Beach, this Saturday, March 25th at Plantation Cove in Priory, St. Ann (Jamaica).
The stage-show, dinner and dance will feature live performances by Lloyd Parks, Gem Myers, Benjy Myaz, Silver Birds Steel Orchestra and Whole Note Mento Band. Showtime is 7pm and there is a $6,500 JMD entrance fee.
On Friday, March 10th, recording artist Ikaya shared the official video for Self Defense, her single on the Things & Time Riddim produced by Pandemic Records. Prior to the visuals being released, Self Defense was tagged as controversial, primarily because it’s centered around domestic abuse and the manner in which it’s resolved. Below, Ikaya explains – in her own words – the inspiration for both song and video.
“In most cases, as the video depicts, we see the outcome of being in a violent relationship. Either someone ends up in the hospital, morgue or in jail. Self Defense brings the awareness that there are still victims out there who are suffering in silence and believe there is no way out.
The video was shot in Atlanta, Georgia by top videographers Deusbeni Production. It is the continuation of my other single, DissLoyalty, which tells the story of being betrayed by the person you trust. So basically my other half slept with my best friend and got her pregnant, and after being confronted he became defensive and abusive. And just like that promise of protection turns to lie and deception.”
Domestic violence I don’t tolerate. I lost a friend through domestic violence. Where her boyfriend shot her then shot himself. So I say to any female once a man lay his hand on you put a stop to it immediately. Take a stand. Self Love is the greatest love of all. RESPECT yourself enough to walk away from anything that doesn’t give you peace. Protect your safe space. Keeping your peace of mind is one of the most important things we can do for ourselves.
If something takes away your energy or drains you mentally or emotionally, makes you doubt yourself, or serves no real purpose in your life, it may not only be not serving you but also harming you. You have to honor self-love and self-respect above all. Loving yourself and putting your own happiness first is not selfish.”
