The organizers of this year’s Colorado Jerk Festival, which is set for Sunday, September 17th, are promising an unforgettable day of music and fun. The in-person event will take place at 3330 Chuckwagon Road, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, from 2pm to 11pm (local time).

Patrons will be treated to amazing performances by Skip Marley, Mystic Marley, Inner Circle, Luciano, D’Yani, and others. Additionally, they will get to indulge in delicious jerk cuisine, a staple of Jamaican culture. Tickets, and additional information are available via eventbrite.

This past Saturday (Sept. 9th), Jamaican reggae artist Zally delivered a solid set at the Loud On 7th Music Festival. The underground, independent event has just wrapped up after seven days of live entertainment at various venues in Ybor City, Tampa, Florida.

Zally, who is currently promoting his recently released EP, Am Reggae, brought some well received roots sounds from JA to the predominantly hip-hop and R&B stage. Am Reggae can be streamed and/or downloaded from iTunes, Apple Music, Deezer, Spotify, Tidal, and all other music platforms.

The next single coming from U.S. based reggae imprint – Big Feet Records – is Nuh Doubt, an uplifting, positive roots tune performed by one of the few outstanding recording artists in the reggae-dancehall fraternity, Bugle. 

Many years ago when Bugle publicly transitioned into the Rastafarian faith he made it clear that he would be mindful of both his words and deeds; and being a man of integrity, he has done just that. He has carried himself with dignity and decency, all while releasing chart-topping music filled with inspirational messages.

His forthcoming track, Nuh Doubt, is confirmation of the preceding paragraph. On it he sings:

“mi know say Jah Jah have mi back mi naa have no doubt
if it no positive it naa come out a my mouth
mi neva do this fi no one naa look no clout
if it no positive it naa come out a my mouth”.

Nuh Doubt will be available on all music platforms on Friday, September 15th, 2023, and it comes to us courtesy of Big Feet Records. 

On his fifty second earth-day, September 8th, 2023, reggae legend Richie Spice celebrated by releasing a brand new album called Black Man Time. The fourteen-track project features collaborations with Capleton (These Are the Days); Louie Culture (Young Juvenile); and Charly Black (Searching For).

Presented on his own independent imprint, Richie Spice Music, the LP is Spice‘s tenth studio album. As for the lyrical content, the record is filled with the kind of substantive messages we’ve come to expect from the Jamaican singer-songwriter.

Click here to stream and/or download Black Man Time from your preferred music platform.

Nigerian vocalist Hassanah, who is currently based in the United States, is back with a brand new twelve-track reggae album titled The Real Thing. Produced by veteran music executive Danny Breakenridge – owner of Upstairs Music – the record features remixes of some of the most captivating love songs from the past, as well as eight original tunes, one of which is the stunning title track, The Real Thing.

Hassanah delivered each song with ease, passion, and comfort, as if all twelve were penned by her, and inspired by her personal experiences. Also, although a singer-songwriter in her own right, having done both studio and live backing vocals for some of reggae’s biggest acts over the years, her vocal depth is especially pronounced throughout the LP.

With the production mastery of Danny Breakenridge, Hassanah convincingly pays tribute to Marvin Gaye, Gladys Knight and The Pips (I Heard it Through The Grapevine); Gregory Isaacs (Front Door); Mariah Carey (We Belong Together); and Sade (By Your Side).

The album – The Real Thing – went live on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer, and all other music platforms on August 11th, 2023 via Upstairs Music. 

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD “THE REAL THING”

Members of the public are invited to enjoy some of the world’s most renowned Caribbean rum, cocktails, and food at the annual Caribbean Rum & Food Festival being held in Boston, Massachusetts on September 16th, and Hartford, Connecticut on September 23rd.

​Patrons will be taken on a journey through the West Indies as they experience the culinary diversity, live entertainment, and spirits of each Caribbean country.

Both event will culminate with a live concert featuring some of the best artists from the Caribbean. On the 16th in Boston, Nadine Sutherland, Kashu and Sean Orlando will perform; while Richie Stephens, Anthony B, Nadine Sutherland, Mario Cheef and Elshaddi are confirmed for the 23rd in Hartford,

Jah Kings Reggae Jam Festival is recognized as one of the best roots-reggae concerts in Malawi. The 2023 staging is all set for Saturday, October 28th at Grand Business Park in Lilongwe.

Two living legends – Everton Blender and Luciano – are on the lineup. They will be joined by Qshan Deya, Iqulah Rastafari, Queen Fyah, Don Tarz, Chizmo and Blasto. Additional music will be provided by selectors Spyda, Jah Crucial Sound Master, Hannie G and Impress Nadifa.