Washington, DC - Edley Shine “Da Big Voice” is closing out a musically charged year, beaming of international performances and music, with the release of his electrifying new song “Active.”
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GEORGETOWN, Guyana – President Irfaan Ali has told internationally acclaimed Guyana-born actress, Letitia Michelle Wright, that his administration would be “honored” to host her as he extended an invitation to the star of the Black Panther movies to visit the Caribbean country.
POS, Trinidad – In an era dominated by music which standardizes the idea of having short-lived, disposable human connections, Trinidad & Tobago songstress Candy Kay is breaking the mold with her latest track ‘Feel That Love’; a track dedicated to re-normalizing the concepts of long-lasting love and long-term committed relationships.
NEW YORK, NY – Protoje, one of reggae’s most pivotal artists of this generation, is back in flight traveling the globe from Africa, Europe, and North America in support of his brand new sixth studio album Third Time’s The Charm. Today, he reveals his vibrant visual for the LP’s opening track “The Charm,” which was shot during his recent travels to Ethiopia. Directed by Antenehfilms and Gboxcreative, Protoje casually observes the sights of Addis Ababa with a cool, calm and collected demeanor to let you know he is “not playing ‘round.”
Nottingham, UK – The industry is abuzz, as sound system culture hit screens and streaming platforms with “V. Rocket International Sound System: A Sound System Dynasty.” V. Rocket International is one of the UK’s legendary reggae sound systems that has been going strong for nearly 60 years. This exhilarating 92-minute documentary from director and producer Marcus Hall, which tells the amazing story of how V. Rocket started from a 50-watt component system and became a world renowned, powerhouse sound system, premiered before a sold-out theater audience in Nottingham recently. The groundbreaking film is now available on Amazon Prime and other streaming platforms.
Kingston, Jamaica- A concert under the patronage of Consul General to Miami, Oliver Mair, will be held next month in Florida to honor the late Jamaican songbird Karen Smith who died last year September from cancer. The concert dubbed, “Fall Musik Fest and Remembering Karen Smith”, will take place at Miami Gardens on Sunday, November 20, 2022 beginning at 5:00 pm.
PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti – Prime Minister Dr. Ariel Henry led Haitians in mourning the death of the country’s most prominent singer, composer, guitarist and producer Michael Benjamin, who collapsed and died on stage in Paris after having being greeted a jubilant audience.
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - Never before has the anticipation for Trinidad and Tobago’s carnival – the mecca of them all, been this high! Carnival 2023 will see the return of a trio, whose deliverables, thousands and possibly millions around the world, have enjoyed over the years. Soca and Calypso artiste, Blackie is taking his place in the festival in 2023, and he’s walking with his trump card.
New York, New York – The legendary Reggae and Dancehall artist Mr Easy and Hip Hop “it girl” Kyah Baby are blazing the "High Grade! The red-hot new song and visual are out now across digital platforms. This unprecedented collabo sees the insanely diverse Mr Easy teaming up with Hip Hop Goddess Kyah Baby, whose unorthodox, spitfire lyrical delivery can body the best of them.
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Broadcasting Commission (BC) Tuesday imposed an immediate ban on the playing of music that it says, among other things, promotes or glorifies lottery scamming, the use of the illicit drug Molly, and illegal guns.
Washington, DC - Art, music, food, and other facets of Jamaica’s rich cultural heritage which were on full display last weekend gave a significant boost to the island’s profile in the American capital city.
New York, New York, [October 20, 2022] – International Dancehall Superstar, Sean Paul and Hot 97 celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the release of Sean’s Grammy-winning album, Dutty Rock, on November 12, 2002, with a special anniversary concert. Sean Paul will light up the stage at Webster Hall in New York City on November 16, 2022.
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – The Trinbago Unified Calypsonians’ Organization (TUCO) confirmed that veteran calypsonian, Winston “Explainer” Henry died on Friday. The cause of death was not disclosed.
