This Friday, May 10th, legendary Jamaican vocalist Kenneth George Boothe OD, publicly referred to as Ken Boothe, will be honored at the Jamaican Canadian Association in North York, Ontario, Canada.
The event, dubbed Tribute to the Legends, is being presented by Kings of Kings International, alongside Brat Pak Entertainment. There will be performances by several artists: Professor Nuts, Glen Washington, Singing Melody, Thriller U, Norrisman, Iley Dread, and many more. Click here to buy tickets.
The living legend Marcia Griffiths will be celebrating her 60th year in the music industry with a major concert on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12th. Starting at 2:00 p.m. local time, the family event will be staged at 5001 Flamingo Road, in Miramar, Florida.
Several of Griffiths‘ friends and colleagues will be on hand to show their support: Cutty Ranks, Ky-Mani Marley, Etana, Lady G, Christopher Ellis, Da’Ville, Busy Signal, Tanya Stephens, Freddie McGregor, and Leroy Sibbles. Click here for tickets.
Kings of Kings International, in association with Brat Pak Entertainment, present Wonderful Vibrations, a Mother’s Day concert that will feature reggae and gospel artists from Jamaican and Canada.
It’s scheduled for May 12th at Rebel Night Club on Polson Street in Toronto, Ontario. Confirmed performers include Luciano, Turbulence, Lt. Stitchie, Singing Melody, Thriller U, Glen Washington, Norris Man, and others. Starting time is 4pm sharp! Click here for tickets.
After fifteen weeks on The Foundation Radio Network NY Chart, Dollarman‘s trending single, We Belong, is now sitting in the #2 spot, second only to YG Marley‘s Praise Jah In The Moonlight. The updated chart, which was compiled by Clinton Lindsay, was published this past Friday, May 3rd.
We Belong came out at the beginning of the year (on January 1st). It’s a lovers-rock reggae track that was produced by both Dollarman and respected producer and musician Bernard Joseph. The song is being praised in part because of Dollarman‘s distinctive voice, skillful songwriting, and the clever way in which he tells the story. On a steady one-drop reggae rhythm, he pours out his heart to his love interest, explaining that despite all their ups and downs, they belong together.
If you haven’t done so as yet, stream and/or download We Belong on iTunes, Deezer, Apple Music, Spotify, and all other streaming platforms.
After wrapping up the month of March with a strong set at The Garden in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, Bushman returned to Jamaica with only a few days to spare before heading to Trinidad for the 1 Love Experience Concert. The show, which also featured Warrior King, Louie Culture, and Glen Washington, was held at Queen’s Park Savannah in Port of Spain on Saturday, April 13.
Because he has two sisters, nieces, and nephews that reside in Trinidad, Bushman has always viewed the dual-island Caribbean nation as a second home. As such, he delivered an energetic performance that was well received by the audience, who in turn reciprocated his exuberance.
On the 19th, he joined Ron Muschette at Blue Hole Mineral Spring in Brighton, Westmoreland for their 420 celebration. The following day (April 20th), was the inaugural staging of Bushman‘s own BushBash 420 Festival in Ocho Rios. Going forward, this will be an annual live music event that will also be centered on the medicinal and spiritual uses of cannabis.
The Nyahman closed off the month with a birthday show at the Red Carpet Restaurant in Morant Bay on April 23rd, a day after his actual born-day.
The inaugural Windsor Essex Leamington Jerk Festival will take place on Friday, May 31st, and Saturday, June 1st at Charles Clark Square – 5 Chatham Street East – in downtown Windsor, Ontario (Canada).
The organizers have tapped reggae legend Luciano as the main headliner, along with selector Bill Cosby from Stone Love Sound. In addition to the musical entertainment, attendees will also be treated to Jamaican cuisine and several social activities. Click here for tickets.
City Splash Festival is a 30,000 capacity event that celebrates the impact of Caribbean and African culture in the United Kingdom and Europe. It showcases reggae, roots, dub, and other genres, while highlighting legendary, established and emerging acts.
The 2024 lineup includes Beenie Man, Busy Signal, Capleton, Anthony B, Ding Dong, Mad Professor, Robbo Ranx, Dubwise Jamaica, and many others. City Splash 2024 will be held on Bank Holiday Monday, May 27th, from midday to 10:00 p.m., at Brockwell Park in Brixton.
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