Sister Nancy to perform at SOB’s NYC on Oct. 12th

Legendary dancehall artist Sister Nancy will perform live at SOB’s, located at 204 Varick Street in New York City, on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Presented by Steppin’ Stoned, the event will showcase Sister Nancy’s timeless energy and groundbreaking influence on reggae and dancehall.

Supporting performances will come from emerging hip-hop acts Divine RBG and BIG BOO. Additional music will be provided by DJ Gravy, Large Professor, and Mudd Brothers, ensuring the party stays moving from start to finish.

Attendees can also look forward to exclusive merch, vinyl, and other limited-edition items available throughout the night. The show begins at 7 p.m. and is open to ages 21 and over. Tickets are available now through sobs.com.

Catch Sanchez Live in Scarborough, Ontario on Sept. 27th

Jamaica’s renowned singing legend Sanchez is set to perform live in Scarborough, Ontario, on Saturday, September 27, 2025. The event takes place at the Grand Cinnamon Ballroom, located at 3895 McNicoll Avenue, and marks Sanchez’s first Canadian appearance of the year.

Backed by the original Chronic Band, Sanchez will deliver the timeless vocals and stage presence that have earned him an international following. Sharing the spotlight is none other than Super Blue, Trinidad’s celebrated King of Soca, bringing his signature energy to the stage.

The night will be hosted by MC Wassy and feature an impressive lineup of DJs, including D’Enforcas, Lindo P, De Unstoppable, The Int’l DJ Spice, and Invincible International.

Tickets are available now through Ticketgateway at ticketgateway.com/welovesanchez. Doors open at 8:00 PM, and the event is open to guests 19 and older.

DJR Unleash Global Chart (Current Results)

#1 Rich with MeMr Easy – Long Chain Global , Juna-Vill Records

#2 Hell-FyahKaramanti – Watzh You Frenz Records

#3 Nah Mad MiHawkeye – Long Chain Global , Juna-Vill Records

#4 TempahZamunda – Boxy Record

#5 90s SwingKimeco – Bread Back -Prod.

The above chart airs on The Harmonious Combination with Disc Jock Redeem and King Genius on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. (CST) and 4:00 p.m. (BST) on 1 Harmony Radio in London, England. 

Wolf Trap Welcomes 2 Reggae Giants on Sept. 18th: Ziggy Marley & Burning Spear

Wolf Trap will host an extraordinary evening of reggae on Thursday, September 18, 2025, as Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear share the stage at the Filene Center in Vienna, Virginia.

These two legendary Jamaican artists are set to deliver memorable performances, blending timeless anthems with uplifting rhythms. Fans can look forward to hearing Ziggy Marley’s signature hits like “Sunshine” and “Positive Vibration,” alongside the powerful, roots-driven sounds of Burning Spear: Identity, Driver, etc.

Gates open at 6:30 PM, and tickets start at $57. Music lovers are encouraged to secure their seats early for what promises to be one of the standout concerts of the summer.

For more details and ticket information, visit www.wolftrap.org.

New Video Release from Ambelique’s ‘Blind Spot’ Album

Late last year, reggae singer Ambelique teamed up with veteran producer Willie Lindo to release “Blind Spot”, a 14-track album that went live on streaming platforms on November 15, under HeavyBeat Records

A few months after the release, the opening track “I’m Thankful”—a heartfelt song expressing gratitude to God—began gaining heavy rotation on reggae radio programs worldwide. Its success inspired Ambelique and Lindo to film an official video, directed by Maria Jackson 27, at Fort Lauderdale Beach and Deerfield Park (Florida) in April. The video is now available on YouTube.

“Blind Spot”, crafted without any collaborative features, is powered by a stellar lineup of legendary musicians and vocalists: the late Robbie Shakespeare on bass, Sly Dunbar and Kashief Lindo on drum programming, Paul Douglas on drums, Robbie Lyn and Dave Richards on keys, Dean Fraser on saxophone, Willie Lindo and Hux Brown on guitar, and backing vocals from Ambelique, Pam Hall, Nikesha Lindo, and Shavanique.

With its rich musicianship and timeless reggae feel, “Blind Spot” is streaming worldwide on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, Pandora, iTunes, and more.

Celebrate 30 Years of Sizzla Kalonji on Oct. 19th at Sabina Park

This year marks three decades of unstoppable greatness from one of reggae and dancehall’s most powerful voices, Sizzla Kalonji. To celebrate the milestone, his team launched a global series titled Rise to the Occasion, which kicked off in April 2025 with Kalonji Conversations in Miami.

The journey culminates with a historic finale in Kingston, Jamaica. Rise to the Occasion…30 Years of Sizzla Kalonji will be staged on Sunday, October 19th at Sabina Park, coinciding with Heroes Weekend. This tribute concert promises to honor Sizzla’s extraordinary impact on music and culture.

Since the release of Burning Up on September 5, 1995, Sizzla has delivered more than 80 albums, cementing his status as a leading voice within reggae-dancehall. From his roots in August Town to global recognition, his music has uplifted and connected generations, shaping a legacy that extends beyond sound into a worldwide movement.

For tickets and further details, visit risetotheoccasionlive.com.

Speedyking Steps Into the Spotlight With “Upstairs Percussions”

After years of touring and recording with A-list artists like Julian Marley, Roodby “Speedyking” Ligonde decided it was time to work on his own project. A series of recording sessions with Danny Breakenridge of Upstairs Music resulted in ‘Upstairs Percussions,’ his first album.

Released by the South Florida-based label in November 2024, the album showcases the veteran musician’s percussive expertise across 10 tracks.

‘Upstairs Percussions’, Speedyking explained, whetted his appetite for even more solo work. “By having to record and to have the privilege to work with some amazing people and produce Jah Jah music, it makes me wanna do more productions and all. I don’t only express myself but release some of the frequency in me. Like I said, there is more to come, that’s just the beginning and we are not ready to stop making Rastafari music,” he said.

For the past 10 years, Speedyking has recorded and toured with the Grammy-winning Marley. Referring to Julian as “a cool artist”, he played on the singer-songwriter’s 2019 Grammy-nominated album, ‘As I Am’Speedyking can also be heard on ‘Colors of Royal’, Julian’s album with Antaeus, which won the 2024 Grammy for Best Reggae Album.

In mid-2023, the Haiti-born musician began working on his solo album which he describes as “pure roots-reggae, traditional reggae.” ‘Upstairs Percussions’ was released after years of Speedyking playing for high-profile acts such as Stephen Marley, Louie Culture and Betty Wright. The sessions with Breakenridge were fruitful.