Already boasting many impressive achievements for a young artist of his age, heir to the throne, the first to fill the 3rd generation of the legendary Royal family of reggae Morgan Heritage, son of Gramps Morgan, Jemere Morgan has announced the May 17th, 2019 release of his sophomore album. On the heels of transitioning from a teenager to a man, The GRAMMY […]
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The official 13th annual Best Of The Best Mix Tape is Now Out!!!! Celebrate Memorial Day weekend in Miami at the annual Best of the Best concert taking place this year on Sunday, May 26th, 2019. More Details here – Best of the Best Concert
With one of the larger global celebrations of reggae, April 20, just past, here’s the latest issue of Global Reggae Charts magazine!Gentleman’s Dub Club has risen to the top of the album charts with Lost In Space, but it’s King Mas at #7 for the debut of Crown who has deservedly received the cover! The […]
When many think of Reggae, the thought that often follows is the mellow and languid high of marijuana, if that is “true”, than no better combination was to be shared then Iya Terra, The Movement, Steel Pulse, Pepper and Stick Figure who came together to celebrate 4/20 at the iconic Red Rocks in Colorado. While […]
New York-based family band New Kingston continues to be one of the most prolific and relatable bands in the U.S. reggae community and the announcement of their rock2roots project continues their upward trajectory. “Fyah Nuh Hot Like You” is the first single from the rock2roots series, which will showcase the many styles and vibrations New Kingston brings both on the road […]
In association with Tuff Gong WorldWide Written by: Shelah Moody and Susan Underwood Her life is literally an inspirational song set to a soulful, syncopated beat. If anyone deserves the title, “Lioness of Reggae” Music, it is the honorable Rita Marley, O.D. During the rise of reggae music and Rastafarian consciousness in the early sixties, […]
PRESS RELEASE (communiqué de presse disponible en français sur demande)Armed with Self Confidence, Jemere Morgan Releases Sophomore Album MPR Consulting – Already boasting many impressive achievement for a young artist of his age, heir to the throne, the first to fill the 3rd generation of the legendary Royal family of reggae Morgan Heritage, son of […]
Live Nation Urban announced today, the launch of Femme it Forward, a multi-format series of all female curated lineups spotlighting the entertainment industry’s most creative and accomplished female visionaries, both on the stage and behind the scenes. Tickets go on sale for the inaugural series of events Friday, April 19, 2019, 10:00 a.m. EST, exclusively via www.LiveNation.com. The multi-market series […]
New York, New York — April 2019 (Irish and Chin) — Reggae music lovers, selectors, sound systems and sound clash enthusiasts have spoken and after months of voting, Irish and Chin’s 2019 Annual World Clash Dubplate Award (WCDA) winners are in! Amidst growing anticipation, Garfield “Chin” Bourne of Irish and Chin announced winners during his popular Sound Chat […]
The summer does NOT officially begin until we say HUSH Weekend!!! That’s right, Washington, D.C.’s premiere weekend is back with a bang, celebrating it’s 4th anniversary with an awesome line up of events that will span Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-26, 2019. The annual destination event weekend promises revelers a fun-filled party and entertainment experience […]
Night Nurse Productions is pleased to let you know about the official formation of the new record label Trojan Jamaica. This new reggae record label is the love child of Zak Starkey and Sharna “Sshh” Liguz, alongside a partnership with BMG. The first album will be released this summer, titled Red, Gold, Green and Blue. […]
Photos and article by Rock ‘N’ Robin’s Kayafest, held in Miami’s Bayfront Park this year, is a celebration of several facets. First, it’s the birthday of Stephen, the Second Son of the musical prophet and spiritual leader, Bob Marley. Also, it’s a celebration of the healing herb, marijuana. In fact, Kayafest brings people from all […]
The March issue of the Global Reggae Charts magazine is out now. Eesah has been bubbling up within the Jamaican roots scene, so his presence on the album charts at #11 for Masterpiece, is only logical. Likewise is his appearance on our cover, since we’re excited to see where his music takes him from here! […]
THE VINYL EXCLUSIVE FEATURES RITA MARLEY’S MOST ICONIC SONGS Los Angeles, CA (March 29, 2019) – Award winning singer, musician, philanthropist and reggae icon Mrs. Rita Marley, OD will release a career retrospective of her most well-known material. The Best of Rita Marley ‘Lioness of Reggae’ will be released exclusively on limited edition vinyl, Friday […]
Buju Banton and his Sons Markus Myrie and Jahaziel Myrie Team Up on New Single Kingston, Jamaica – It’s a family affair for Buju Banton and his sons Markus Myrie and Jahazeil Myrie with the release of “False Pretense” single! On the heels of Buju Banton making history with “Long Walk To Freedom” concert, the […]
featuring Chart Topping Hawaiian Artist Fiji This Friday March 22, 2019 Off Their Upcoming Full Length Album, Produced by Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley Kingston, Jamaica; After garnering tremendous traction internationally for their single “Loving You is Easy’ the Reggae Ambassador’s, THIRD WORLD are set to release the official remix featuring Grammy nominated, Polynesian artist Fiji. […]
Article and photos by Beverly ‘Sista Irie’ Shaw “And to the man whose iniquity is forgiven, all manner of blessings are promised” Psalms 32:1 March 16, 2019 will long be remembered as the night when the most highly anticipated reggae concert in the history of Jamaica came to fruition. Excitement built for many months in advance of Buju’s […]
Written by Jen Cheshire Hawaii based band, The Green will be releasing their new acoustic album “Black and White” on Friday, March 22nd. Celebrating a decade as a band, they revisit their previous four albums, picking out popular songs and making them a personal message to their fans in an acoustic form, before working on […]
Photography by Rock ‘N’ Robins After all, he did six dates in the colorful state!! Island Stage was blessed to have covered 3 of them. Durango, Colorado 3.5.19 Mindy Walck The 7th stop on the Stephen Marley Acoustic Jams Tour took place at the Community Concert Hall in Durango, Colorado. While stellar staple in the […]
(Oahu, Hawaii) – In early November 2018, The Green supported their old friend Bruno Mars for two shows at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu. The members of the Green were blown away when the sold out stadium sang along to their hits. But it was a little seen video of the band warming up backstage for those shows that really demonstrates […]
By Jen Cheshire “Aaron Nigel Smith released his debut solo album In Our America, on his Aya World label, in partnership with Tuff Gong International, on March 8, 2019. With reggae songs that speak truth to today’s turbulent times, In Our America offers positive messages and inspiration for everyday activism. Songs from the new album […]
“African reggae star Rocky Dawuni continues to demonstrate he’s one of the most exciting artists coming out of Africa. His style goes beyond traditional roots reggae by incorporating other genres such as highlife, ear friendly Afropop, seductive global beats and more. “- World Music Central “African reggae star Rocky Dawuni continues to demonstrate he’s one of […]
GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® nominated Colombian Reggae band, Locos Por Juana, premiere the new title track and video from their upcoming reggae album, “Crazy for Jane,” with GRAMMY® nominated band Common Kings. “Crazy for Jane” is available on all digital and streaming platforms. Locos por Juana is due to release their new album titled, “Crazy for Jane,” […]
Quannum and Solesides co-founder, and Grammy nominated MC, Lateef the Truth Speaker has joined forces with acclaimed Bay Area DJ and producer Jah Yzer and the multi-talented musician and reggae artist Winstrong, to showcase the crossroads of reggae and hip-hop on their newest project Roots & Tings. The new music draws deeply and respectfully from […]
Kumar Fyah Bent and Frankie Music have teamed up once again to release “Dem Nuh Real”. (Jah Glory, from Raging Fyah’s 2nd Album – Destiny, was produced by FrankieMusic) The Pre-Order is now available and full release on March 14th, to all digital platforms.
Article and Photos by Sista Irie, Austin, Texas Austin loves Stephen Marley! That says a lot for a city known as the “Live Music Capital of the World.” Music is as prevalent as the air one breathes, yet Stephen Marley stands out as a city favorite. Although, Austin is known internationally for music, the city […]
Distributed by Tuff Gong International Aaron Nigel Smith will release his debut solo album In Our America, on his Aya World label, in partnership with Tuff Gong International, on March 8, 2019. With reggae songs that speak truth to today’s turbulent times, In Our America offers positive messages and inspiration for everyday activism. Songs from […]
Imagine, if you will, a sort of “dream concert,” a Reggae Woodstock that unites two of the finest Jamaican bands ever, playing behind a once-in-a-lifetime assembly of the music’s foundational creators performing all new classics composed for the event. Well, that’s exactly what one of South America’s most audacious and respected percussionists, Hernan Sforzini, has […]
REGGAE LEGENDS, THE AFRICAN DIASPORA and HISTORIC ICONS ALL INTERCONNECT KINGSTON, JAMAICA (MARCH 5, 2019) – Bob Marley’s eldest daughter, Cedella, and Primary Wave, license-holder of The Wailers’ music and many other reggae masterpieces, are teaming up with Creative Principals—the trio made up of M. Menelik Makhar, Dermot Hussey, O.D. and Robert Roach—in this “Lion of Judah,” […]
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