When we hear the name Ras Shiloh, we more often than not think about his massive hit Are You Satisfied, published on the La La Bella Riddim in the 90s. Since then, Jamaicans within the reggae industry have adopted the Brooklyn-born vocalist and now see him as an original ‘yawdie.’ Subsequently, he has been featured on several projects by Jamaican music creatives (home and abroad). The latest is Tweezers, produced by the king of reggae basslines, Mr. Leroy Sibbles. 

Sibbles did not hold back on the instrumental; he gave the singer a bouncy one-drop beat on which to record. As a matter of fact, when asked what inspired the song, Shiloh said, “Once I heard the riddim, I had to write something beautiful.” Tweezers is a catchy, rhythmic, rich reggae song that was written by both Ras Shiloh and his friend Michael O. Morgan. 

At its core, this is a tune that encourages men to please and care for the women in their lives. “Nowadays when you hear people talking about women, it’s like they’re downgrading women, but we want to give positive vibes; all of us come from women,” says Ras Shiloh. 

Tweezers, which is now available on all streaming platforms, was released on November 22nd by Bright Beam Music, the record label owned and operated by Leroy Sibbles. 

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The official video for “Travelling Man,” track #7 on U Brown‘s new album, “Still Chanting Rub-A-Dub,” was just released and is now available for viewing on YouTube. The song is a collaboration done with Chezidek, and it’s centered around the men’s hectic lifestyle, which keeps them on the move.

If you have not yet seen the visual, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment, and share.

Europe-based record label and sound system Irie Ites will celebrate their 25th anniversary at Le Chabada (56 Boul. du Doyenné) in Angers, France, on Saturday, December 7th. They have invited several reggae legends to help them commemorate the special occasion. Confirmed are Chezidek, U Brown, Eek-A-Mouse, General Levy, King Lorenzo, Puppa Nadem, and Big Red. 

All the above artists have worked with the Irie Ites over the years. For additional information and a link to tickets, visit irieites.net

Nectar Lounge has announced an exciting event featuring international reggae artist Anthony B live from Jamaica. Scheduled for Wednesday, December 18, the performance will commence at 8:00 PM PST at 412 N 36th Street in Seattle, Washington. This concert will also feature special guests, including Rootsonic Band and DJ Element.

This is a 21 and older event, which means attendees must present valid identification upon entry. General admission advance tickets are available for purchase at US$35.00 on tixr.com. Prices will increase to US$40.00 on the day of the show.

Jamaican reggae artist Blacspade, also known as Rasta Blacspade, who is based in the U.S., will be releasing his first EP on November 27th, 2024. Since becoming a finalist in the 2023 I.R.A.M.A. (International Reggae and Music Awards) competition, Blacspade has been working assiduously to create music that would not only resonate with the masses but would also provide useful information that’s beneficial to their lives. 

He now believes that his upcoming seven-track EP, titled “I Love You,” which was produced by Dub Chemist, a highly respected Jamaican music creative, has the aforementioned ingrediencies. According to Dub Chemist: “This is an EP for everyone, because it speaks to issues that affect families across the world. It (I Love You) is redirecting our attitudes, which are fundamental to the upliftment of the entire human race. If each of us said, I love you, to the creator of this world and toeveryone, there would be more peace and not pieces to fix in our daily lives.”

As a forerunner to this project, Blacspade, in collaboration with Dub Chemist, shared three singles: “Jah Jah Live,” featured on the Satta Masagana Riddim; “Love Over All Things,” presented on the Royal Plus Riddim; and his latest, “Rastafari Is The Saviour.”

Singy Singy Tarrus Riley returns to The Bahamas on Saturday, November 30th, for Reggae in Paradise, a dance and stage show that will see the Jamaican-American reggae singer performing live. The event will be held at The Royal Recreational Ground on Airport Bypass Road in Marsh Harbour, Abaco.

Riley will be supported by a slew of selectors: DJ KC242, DJ Monk, DJ Hype, AJ Unruly, Da Mighty Pencil, Giggy Fyah, and DJ Pressure. Digital passes can be purchased on eticketslive.com.