The Embrace Music Foundation, in partnership with the City of Miramar, will stage Rhythms of Africa: Run Di Riddim – Every Beat for Jamaica on April 18 and 19, 2026 at the Miramar Cultural Center. The two-day production, directed by reggae ambassador Willie Stewart and hosted by Mayor Wayne M. Messam, celebrates the deep cultural connections between Africa and Jamaica through music and performance.

Headlining the showcase is acclaimed reggae singer Richie Stephens, who will be joined by a strong supporting cast including JC Lodge, Gem Myers, and Leon Coldero. Together, the lineup brings a rich blend of reggae, soul, and Caribbean musical traditions to the stage.

Scheduled for Saturday at 7:00 PM and Sunday at 5:00 PM, the event forms part of a wider initiative to highlight heritage, unity, and artistic excellence.

VP Records will be hosting a Record Store Day Vinyl Showcase featuring a meet and greet with reggae artist I Wayne. Free to the public, this event offers fans an opportunity to connect with the artist in person on Saturday, April 18th, 2026. The session is scheduled to take place from 2 PM to 4 PM EST at the VP Records retail location in Jamaica, New York.

Attendees will have the chance to purchase some of I Wayne’s most influential works, including the albums “Lava Ground”, “Book of Life”, and “Life Teachings”. There will also be a dedicated space for I Wayne‘s discography on vinyl.

The Bunny Wailer Foundation, in association with the Reggae Studies Unit, will host the 2nd Annual Bunny Wailer Symposium on April 9 at 6:00 PM. It will take place at the Neville Hall Lecture Theater at University of the West Indies, bringing together scholars, cultural practitioners, and reggae enthusiasts for an evening of reflection.

Curated by Reggae Rituals, the symposium features a distinguished lineup including Bongo Jerry Small, Kareece Lawrence, Dr. Clinton Hutton, and Dr. K’adamawé K’nife. The discussion will be moderated by Elaine Wint. Adding a musical dimension, Dutty Bookman and Dr. Dennis Howard will deliver a segment titled “Musically Speaking”, and there will be a live performance by Warrior King.

This year’s staging, themed “Sound & Majesty”, commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Blackheart Man album and the 60th anniversary of H.I.M Groundation, honoring the enduring legacy of Bunny Wailer and his impact on reggae music and Rastafari culture.

Blakkwuman22 Music, the Jamaica-based record label, proudly announces the release of the official lyric video for Omar Perry’s trending single, “Woman You Got It.” The track debuted in September 2025 on the Incroyable Riddim compilation and has since enjoyed sustained global airplay and strong streaming performance.

The song’s success is rooted in its message of gender equality and female empowerment. Omar Perry pays tribute to the strength of women while challenging those who seek to diminish their contributions, delivering a powerful reminder of women’s influence beyond traditional roles.

In creating the lyric video, Blakkwuman22 Music prioritized showcasing the diversity of the female experience. The visuals feature women of various races, ages, and nationalities, highlighting achievements across fields such as sports, science, politics, and music. The result is a tribute to the many dimensions of modern womanhood and the roles women embody in both professional and personal spheres.

The official lyric video is now available on Blakkwuman22 Music’s YouTube channel, with the full Incroyable Riddim compilation accessible on all major streaming platforms.

The Diff’Art Dub Club returns for its fourth edition on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Salle Diff’Art in Parthenay (France). The event will bring together a vibrant mix of reggae and dub talent, headlined by renowned British reggae artist Macka B, alongside Marina P and Eeyun Purkins.

Powered by One A Dem Soundsystem, the night will deliver an authentic dub experience, with a focus on deep basslines and conscious musical expression. Tickets are priced at €15 for members, €18 in advance, and €20 at the door.

Earlier in the day, attendees can also enjoy a special screening of Roots of French Dub: The Story of Improvisators Dub at the Cinema Le Foyer in Parthenay, featuring appearances by the film’s directors.