On March 15, the Street Rockaz Family, out of France, released new music from Jamaican recording artist Jah Mason. The song, titled Never Let Me Down, is on a two-track EP that also features Stranjah Miller.
Click here or on the image above to stream and/or download the record from your preferred music platform.
Out Of Many One Productions is having a Reggae Birthday Bash on Friday, April 19 at the Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center (1317 San Pablo Avenue) in Berkeley, California.
It will feature reggae recording artist Prezident Brown, as well as The Nyabinghi Drummers and dancers. This is an all ages event that will be hosted by Carl T and Howie. Starting time is 8:00 p.m., and there is a $30 entrance fee.
Approximately two years ago, emerging recording artist Vazasha Peters and established international vocalist Mr Easy met by chance. Peters was wrapping up a session at Voice Stream Studio in Queens, New York, and Mr Easy showed up early for his. After being introduced by the engineer, the two stayed in touch and have now collaborated on a much-needed, timely song called Suffering.
The rhythmic, mellow, and intense reggae track touches on several social issues plaguing the world, with a special emphasis on the violent crimes happening in Jamaica. That observation was corroborated by Vazasha Peters‘ statement: “We need more love and compassion on this earth we call home. “Suffering” sends a message to the world but mostly to the youths. I hope they take heed to the corruption that occurs in the systems they’re surrounded and programmed by that could affect their lives and damage their future. It’s a plead for peace.”
Mr Easy added: “What I would like listeners to take away from this song is let’s stop the violence in our communities. Let’s come together to try and eliminate hunger. Be kind to others who are less fortunate.”
Suffering is featured on the Uptown Living Riddim, which was produced by Fudjie of Knowledge Records. It can be streamed and/or downloaded from all music platforms.
Reggae Vibes Promotions, a subsidiary of the record label Reggae Vibes Music, presents Jamaica Reggae Party. This is a fun day and stage show scheduled for Saturday, April 20th, at Drifters Bar (1 Mile, Fishermans Beach) in Negril, Jamaica.
It will commence at 2:00 p.m. with a domino tournament that will see the winner awarded financially and by other means. Although this competition is open to the public, all potential participants must register via WhatsApp (516 366 7799) in order to be added. The games will be followed by a massive reggae concert (starting at 4:00 p.m.) featuring Turbulence, Bescenta, Fiyaneer, Dameon Gayle, and Luddy Samms. Each artist will be supported by JNR International, a roots sound system that operates on the global stage.
Admission for the Jamaica Reggae Party is $20 for anyone paying in US currency, and $3,000 for those using Jamaican dollars. Furthermore, persons based in Kingston can take advantage of the organizer’s round trip (by bus) for a cost of $8,000 JMD, providing they register before April 13th. That price also includes entrance to the live show.
This event is being sponsored by Mello FM (Jamaica’s strong songs station), and Rooms on the Beach, a beautiful resort located in Negril.
As part of their ongoing efforts to provide life-saving resources to the children of Jamaica, the Issa Trust Foundation will be hosting a fundraising event on May 11th at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. It will feature goodwill reggae ambassadors Third World, Luciano, and Gramps Morgan.
Tickets are US$600 per person; this includes drinks, dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and entertainment. It will begin at 7pm with cocktails, followed by dinner at 8pm, and the live show at 9:30pm.
Reggae-dancehall artist Teflon, who is also known as Teflon Young King, has just released the official video for So Much Get Weak, a song featured on the Addictive Chemical Riddim. The compilation, which also features Chezidek, Lutan Fyah, Pefect Giddimani, Richie Spice, and Turbulence, came out late last year via Teflon‘s own Yard A Love Records.
On So Much Get Weak, the Young King elaborates on his resoluteness, while simultaneously lamenting on the mental weakness of others. If you have not yet seen the visuals, click here or on the image above to check it out, and remember to like, comment and share.
It has been said that ‘all songs sound better on a reggae rhythm’. Taddy P‘s remix of James Ingrams‘ She Loves Me (The Best That I Can Be), is testament to that fact. Performed by singer-songwriter Richie Stephens, the reggae remix, which was officially released on March 29th, is now available on all streaming platforms.
Taddy P‘s years of experience in the industry has given him access to some of the finest musicians in the business. As such, he was able to invite Wayne ‘Unga Barunga’ Thompson to play the drums, and Robert ‘Ricky Dread’ Stephens to add the keyboards. And being a highly respected and accomplished instrumentalist himself, Taddy P not only played the bass, but he also did the lead bass, guitar and even added supplementary keyboard lines.
When asked what he would like listeners to take away from the record, the man affectionately referred to as Bassy said the following: “I would love the song to evoke an amazing feeling of love while enjoying the infectious reggae beat with enchanting melodies and harmonies.”
MARIA JACKSON 27 MAGAZINE 