New York, New York - Against all odds, singer Joseph Velvet has released his debut album "Perseverance." The suitably titled effort is a true testament to the talent's long journey in the music business and overcoming numerous obstacles, including a motor vehicle accident, resulting spinal injuries, decades of rehabilitation and bouts of depression.

ST. CROIX, U.S. Virgin Islands – The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) continues to take the lead in ushering in the return of post-pandemic festivals and events with the staging of a “Soca on the Pier” outdoor event on the island of St. Croix.

New York, NY - With her soulful, reggae cover of Nina Simone’s ‘Four Women’, Queen Ifrica embodies the high priestess through her visuals reminding us of the royal embodiment of black women and the struggle for survival and equality. Produced by Grammy award winning artist and producer Stephen Marley, “Four Women” visuals will warm the hearts of music lovers all over the world.

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - There’s something very extraordinary that happens when the right people link up. It’s even better when it’s a musical meet-up and the synergy’s so strong that the song speaks volumes, even pre-promo. US based Soca artist, Julius has dropped a bomb, and he’s not alone on the move. He’s roped in Grenada’s Jab King, Tallpree in what can only be described as a nuclear reactor for the 2022 Soca experience.  

London, England - Popular personality Mixmaster J, aka "English General," continues to expand his brand, scoring recently as co-host of the first annual Caribbean Afro Music Awards (CAMA) and performer at the City Splash Festival in London, UK.

The Board of Commissioners, Management and Staff of the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) is currently in mourning following the passing of four members of its family & associates in recent weeks. 

Port-of-Spain, Trinidad - A world without entertainment would be so dull. In the past two years, Trinidad and Tobago in particular, has experienced an entertainment drought as Covid-19 restrictions forced the abrupt and strongly enforced government shut down of an industry that fuels economic livelihood for countless people.  

Kingston, Jamaica - Powerhouse Reggae and Dancehall artists and collaborators Badda General and ZJ Liquid are pleased to announce "The Barrel Tour." Named after their massive "The Barrel" (Gold Up Records) collabo and remix featuring Shatta Wale and Stylo G, the explosive tour will kick off in November.

Toronto, Canada – After an action-packed summer season which saw his monster track ‘Carnival I Miss You’ make its way into the psyches of international Carnival enthusiasts, singer, musician & producer Miguel Maestre is back with his latest contribution to the musical mélange of 2021 Soca releases entitled ‘Fete Ete’. 

KINGSTON, Jamaica - Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange says that she is happy with how Jamaica was showcased in the new James Bond film, No Time To Die.

NEW YORK, New York – Spotify today announced that it is now available to more listeners and creators across the Caribbeans. Following its successful launch in the Caribbeans in early 2021, Spotify now enables over 11 million people across 15 additional markets in the Caribbeans to enjoy access to the world’s most popular audio streaming service.

KINGSTON, Jamaica – Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange is mourning the passing of acclaimed Jamaican singer Karen Smith who died early Saturday following a battle with stage four colon cancer.