The bad boys of reggae, Inner Circle, is on the lineup of the 2023 Orange Festival, set to take place from December 14th to 17th, in the picturesque town of Dambuk, Arunachal Pradesh, in India.
The Dambuk Orange Festival has become a symbol of unity, as it brings together people from various backgrounds to celebrate the unique blend of music, culture, and lifestyle. To learn more about this event, visit orangefestivaldambuk-dot-in.
Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records is bringing back the wildly popular Tracks Live Session! The show, which will be hosted by Kamila McDonald, returns on December 13 with performances by I-Wayne and Ras-I.
Starting time is 9:00 PM and there is a $2,500 JMD admission fee. This conscious wave event is being presented by Red Stripe.
The Louise Bennett Coverly Festival, in collaboration with Jamaica College, present a fun-filled family show honoring Jamaican poet, folklorist, writer, and educator, Louise Bennett, affectionately referred to as Miss Lou.
The event, which is titled Big Up Miss Lou, features Oliver Samuels, Fab 5, Lillian Allen, Owen ‘Blakka’ Ellis, Tania Lou, Charmaine Limonious, Joy Fairclough, Kathy Brown, Kingston Rock, and more. The MCs are Janet Silvera and Coleen Douglas.
It all goes down on Saturday, December 9th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the Karl Hendrickson Auditorium (Jamaica College) on Old Hope Road in Kingston. Admission fee for adults is $5,000 JMD; while students and seniors will pay $2,500.
Reggae luminary Macka B is already captivating audiences with his latest single, Believe It or Not, a compelling exploration of the intricate relationship between music and life. This introspective track delves into the question of whether music merely reflects life or holds the power to influence and shape the world around us.
Released today – Friday, December 1st, 2023 – Believe It or Not is a collaboration between Macka B and the mighty Street Vibez Crew. This hard-hitting roots rock reggae anthem is set to make waves in the industry, delivering a potent message about the transformative influence of music on human behavior.
One of the highlights of the single is its use of the legendary Aswad’s 1981 Love Fire Riddim, adding a nostalgic yet contemporary touch to Macka B‘s profound lyrics. The fusion of Macka B‘s distinctive vocal style with the timeless rhythm creates a sonic experience that is both powerful and evocative.
Joining forces with some of the UK’s most renowned reggae musicians, Believe It or Not features contributions from Bubblers, Aba-Ariginal, Jerry Lionz, and Cyrus Richards. Their collective artistry adds layers of depth to the composition, elevating the track to a level of musical excellence that is sure to resonate with reggae enthusiasts and music lovers alike.
The single is now available on all major music platforms.
Jorja Events Media and Alpha Studios, in association with 22 Jerk, present a night of live music called Sip N Link. It stars Warrior King and The Rootz Warriors, along with Jayedge The Jamaican Singer, Rayven Amani and Mission Driven.
Sip N Link is set for Saturday, December 9th at 22 Jerk, which is located on Barbican Road in Kingston, JA. The show will start at 7:00 PM local time, and there’ll be a $3,000 JMD entrance fee at the gate.
Big Dreamz Promotions – an entertainment company dedicated to providing the best Caribbean experiences on both the east and west coasts in the U.S. – will present Reunion of the Kings, two live shows featuring several legendary reggae and dancehall acts.
The first concert will be at The Garden – 4340 North State Road 7 – in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida on December 22nd; while the other event will be on December 24th at the Compound – 190-01 Linden Blvd. – in Queens, New York.
On the lineup are Josey Wales, Brigadier Jerry, Little John, Professor Nuts, Courtney Melody, and Willow Wilson. Confirmed selectors are: DJ King Waggy-T, DJ Radcliffe, C Roy ‘The Entertainer’, and Jah Wise.
Boston based reggae artist JahRiffe, who is also the lead singer of the Jah-N-I Roots band, has given us a unique love song called Twin Flame. Inspired by the relationship he has with his wife, the track gives listeners a glimpse of the inexplicable spiritual and physical connection they share.
Although JahRiffe is an amazing songwriter, what he was not able to fit on the three-minutes and three-seconds reggae tune, is that he and his life partner does not subscribe to arguing as a way to solve problems. Instead, their partnership is rooted in their predilection for divine principles, which does not see arguing as a method of resolving disagreements. Also, prior to their current union, they were both in emotionally harmful situations that stunted their growth. That said, those experiences have taught them how to truly love themselves and appreciate each other.
When asked what he would like listeners to take away from Twin Flame, JahRiffe said the following: “I would like the listener to take away that there is a connection amongst all of us that is real whether it is a spouse, good friend or our siblings. We are all here on a journey and everything is aligned in a divine timing governed by the law of love.”
Twin Flame was produced by David ‘JAH David’ Goldfine. He played the drums, bass, percussion, lead keyboard, and lead guitar. Rhythm guitar and additional keys were played by Laurent ‘Tippy I’ Alfred, and Ruel Klyve Moncrieffe added the backing vocals.
Twin Flame is beautiful, soothing, and relaxing. This song should be on every reggae lovers playlist. Download it now from iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and all other streaming platforms.
MARIA JACKSON 27 MAGAZINE 