Recording artist Dollarman has finally released the follow-up to his trending single We Belong. The new record, titled So Tired, is an inspirational reggae song that, according to Dollarman, was written “to provide the words needed to assist people who can’t seem to find a way to stand up to whatever is forcing them to sit down.”

Shared on September 2nd, it was produced by Bernard Joseph, affectionately referred to as IOBI, and Dollarman for 420 Records and Dollarman‘s own imprint with the same name. This is the team that gave us We Belong. Although two versions of the track were released, selectors who have already been serviced have gravitated towards the more heavy-bass dub mix.   

Though recorded in New York, where Dollarman is based, the backing vocals for So Tired were done in Miami by Naomi Trench (also known as Makedah). It was mixed in Jamaica by legendary record producer and sound engineer Karl Pitterson, who started out in the 1970s working at Studio One, Treasure Isle, Dynamics, etc. with the likes of Peter Tosh, Steele Pulse, Bob Marley, and others.

When asked what he would like listeners to take away from So Tired, Dollarman simply said, “When people listen to “So Tired,” I will like them to feel self-empowered. Motivated to stand up for themselves.” He also added the following: “I would like to mention to other artists that music without a message is no music at all. Let’s be responsible for what our younger ones listen to.” 

So Tired is available on Apple Music, Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, Deezer, Tidal, Pandora, and YouTube Music.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “SO TIRED”

A lot of people may not know the story of British reggae band the Cimarons, despite the fact that they’ve been active since the late 1960s. Thankfully, a new documentary called “Harder Than The Rock,” which was directed by Mark Warmington, will change that. 

As of October 3rd, 2024, it will be released in theaters across the UK with at least 40 confirmed screenings. For information on when and where to watch “Harder Than The Rock,” visit harderthantherock.com.

A lot of Canadian reggae artists and producers are very concerned after learning that the JUNO Awards, which is Canada’s equivalent to the Grammys held in the United States, are planning to eliminate the Reggae Recording category.

It should be noted that they’re also planning to remove three other categories: Children’s Album, Christian/Gospel Album, and International Album of the year. When asked why they have taken this position, the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences says the decision is part of a “broader set of updates” yet to be announced.

Canada has a robust reggae industry filled with artists, producers, promoters, and others. Since 1985, the JUNO’s have recognized and honored Reggae Recordings.

Legendary reggae artist Mykal Rose will be back in Santa Cruz, California, for a performance at Moe’s Alley (1535 Commercial Way) on Saturday, October 19, 2024. The former lead vocalist for Black Uhuru will be joined by both the Reggae Angels and DJ Spleece.

As is the case with most shows at Moe’s Alley, this is a 21 and older event. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be allowed entrance. Click here for tickets.

Sound System Club and associates will present Burning Spear‘s One People Africa Tour next month (October 2024). It will include six shows in five countries and will run from the 12th to the 26th. As of this writing, the confirmed schedule is as follows:

October 12 – Nairobi, Kenya
October 18 – Harare, Zimbabwe
October 19 – Johannesburg, South Africa
October 20 – Cape Town, South Africa
October 23 – Lusaka, Zambia
October 26 – Lilongwe, Malawi

For additional information such as venue name and location and links to tickets, visit Spear’s official website, burningspearwebsite.com.

The Autumn Reggae Wine & Music Festival is the ideal event at which to enjoy a variety of wines, live music, and overall good vibes. It will be held at the Linganore Winecellars (13601 Glissans Mill Road) in Mount Airy, Maryland, on Saturday, October 12 and Sunday, October 13.

From 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., attendees will delight in over twenty wines, varying from dry to sweet to fruity; food and shopping from over 30 local vendors and artisans; and live performances by Exco Levi, Nkula, and Mighty Joshua, with host DJ Sprang International. Click here for tickets.

Reggae music nice again! On Saturday, October 12th, the inaugural One People Reggae & Arts Festival will be staged at Fayetteville Festival Park (345 Ray Avenue) in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Presented by Karma Culture, the real deal smoke shop, the event will feature performances by Everton Blender, Inner Circle, Shuga, Determine, Dhmi, Crucial Fiya, Ra Deal, Drops Don, and DJ Dimention. It will start at 2:00 p.m. local time, and tickets can be purchased from their website, onepeoplereggaefestival.com.