A J Brown Celebrates Creativity at Island SPACE Amid Promotion of “Dancehall Ball”

Music and art enthusiasts are invited to an interactive afternoon of creativity as Jamaican singer, songwriter, and performer A J Brown hosts Paint, Sip & Song  on Sunday, July 12, at the Island SPACE Caribbean Museum in Plantation, Florida.

Guests will have the opportunity to create their own works of art while enjoying live music with A J Brown in a relaxed, creative setting. Blending music, visual art, and audience interaction, Paint, Sip & Song provides a unique opportunity for fans to experience the veteran entertainer in a more intimate environment. Tickets are available via Eventbrite.

In addition to preparing for the event, Brown is currently promoting his latest single, “Dancehall Ball,” a lovers rock reggae track written and produced by Danny Breakenridge for Upstairs Music. Released in mid-June, the song’s official music video is a fully AI-generated production that has been masterfully crafted, capturing Brown‘s likeness and signature features with remarkable realism while complementing the song’s romantic, feel-good vibe. The video further highlights Brown‘s smooth yet powerful vocal delivery and demonstrates the creative possibilities of modern visual storytelling.

“Dancehall Ball” and its official music video are available on all major streaming and digital platforms.

Samory I to Perform at Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz on August 20

Reggae singer Samory I and The Wise Dem Band are scheduled to perform at Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz, California, on Thursday, August 20, 2026. Presented by Moe’s Alley and Ay Que Linda, the event will also feature special guest Blakkamoore, as well as DJ Robert Rankin.

Doors open at 7:00 p.m., with the show beginning at 8:00 p.m. Tickets, which are going for $30.31, are available now via Ticketweb.com. The event is strictly for guests 21 years and older.

Kaya Fest 2026: Marley Family, Shabba Ranks Set for Toronto

Fruit of Life Productions and Wynn Records will bring Kaya Fest to Canada for the first time, with the festival set for Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the Markham Fairgrounds in Toronto.

The lineup is headlined by the Marley family, featuring Stephen, Damian, Ky-Mani, and Julian Marley, alongside dancehall veteran Shabba Ranks and reggae artists Lila Iké and Jesse Royal. The event will also spotlight the Marley 3rd Generation, featuring YG, Yohan, DJ Shacia Päyne, Mystic, Hymn, Zion, and King Cruff.

Additional special guests include co-hosts SpexDaBoss, Cuhdeejah, and KC Clarke, with more performers to be announced.

Tickets and further details are available at www.kayafest.live.

Nadia McAnuff Announces “European Summer Tour 2026” with Family and Friends

Roots reggae vocalist Nadia McAnuff, presented by SoulNurse Records, has unveiled a run of European summer dates under the banner “Roots. Family. Road.” The tour kicks off July 10 at Öland Roots Festival in Mörbylånga, Sweden, and winds through Germany, France, Poland, and the UK before closing September 5 in Île de Ré, France.

Several dates spotlight different facets of her musical world: some shows feature Nadia McAnuff & The Ligerians, others pair her with Kjah Sounds, and a stretch of the tour is billed as McAnuff Family & The Ligerians, reflecting the tour’s family-rooted theme. Stops include festivals and venues such as Downtown Festival in Wangerooge, La Rotonde in Tours, Ostroda Reggae Festival in Poland, Flockisteady Festival in Salisbury, and Paris’s La Boule Noire.

With the new tour, Nadia McAnuff continues to carve out her own identity in roots reggae while honoring the musical legacy of her family.

Catch Tarrus Riley and Friends Live in Concert in Raleigh This August

Reggae fans in North Carolina can look forward to Tarrus Riley and Friends Live in Concert on Friday, August 14, at Enigma, located at 600 Creekside Drive, Raleigh, NC.

Presented by Paradice Ent, Nuvo Ent, Dread Visions, RDACA, and RDU Caribbean Vybz, the event will feature performances from Tarrus Riley alongside special guests. Music throughout the evening will be provided by DJ Stylez, Big Kat Sound, Vibestar Sound, Peter Brukshot, DJ Coppa, and Dr. K, delivering a mix of reggae and Caribbean favorites before and after the live performances.

Known for hit songs including She’s Royal, Gimme Likkle One Drop, and Love’s Contagious, Tarrus Riley is a highly celebrated Jamaican-American reggae singer and songwriter.

Jambana One World Festival Returns to Celebrate Emancipation Day

The Jambana One World Festival will take place on August 3, 2026, at Brampton Sports Park, located at 7575 Kennedy Road South. Presented by TD, the free event runs from 1 PM to 8:30 PM and celebrates Emancipation Day with a lineup of reggae, soca, and Caribbean music.

This year’s festival features performances by Glen Washington, Exco Levi & High Priest, Joshua Lucas, Kairo McLean, Pan Masters, Tonya P, The Future Collective, and Yendi. The event will be hosted by Master T and Tanya Mullings.

In addition to live music, attendees can look forward to vendors, family-friendly activities, and a taste of Caribbean cuisine. The festival is supported by the City of Brampton and House of Kuumba.

For more information, visit jambana.com.

Maxi Priest Joins Boogietown 2026 Lineup

International reggae recording artist Maxi Priest is among the celebrated performers confirmed for Boogietown, taking place on Saturday, July 11, at Apps Court Farm in Surrey, England. Renowned for his smooth blend of reggae and R&B, the British-Jamaican singer adds a strong reggae presence to a lineup that also includes Gloria Gaynor, Shalamar, Gabrielle, Soul II Soul and Boney M.

With thousands of music fans expected to attend, Boogietown will showcase an eclectic mix of disco, soul, funk, reggae and dance music, providing Maxi Priest with another major platform to perform some of the timeless hits that have made him one of reggae’s most enduring international ambassadors. Get additional information here: boogietown.co.uk.