Beres Hammond Celebrating his Legacy Across America: Veteran Reggae Artist Launches Forever Giving Thanks Tour
Half a decade has passed since we’ve had the pleasure of digesting a new Beres Hammond record, yet with the legendary Jamaican artist’s extensive library of chart-topping singles, the production of new songs isn’t necessary to maintain his active touring schedule. Hammond is set to inaugurate his anticipated ‘Forever Giving Thanks Tour’ on the 17th […]
Rebel With a Cause: Junior Reid Launches New Festival in Bold Response to Reggae Sumfest Snub
Acclaimed reggae maestro, Junior Reid, has voiced his discontent over the repeated omission of certain artists from the annual Reggae Sumfest lineups, arguing that such exclusions rob audiences of the opportunity to savor rich, meaningful music. As a response to this perceived bias, Reid has taken matters into his own hands and is setting up […]
Shaggy and Sting Team Up to Present One Fine Day Festival in Philadelphia
In an exciting new endeavor, Sting and Shaggy are coming together to create the One Fine Day Festival, set to take place in Philadelphia, USA on September 9th. The announcement was shared with fans on Shaggy’s official Instagram account this past Monday. The reggae fusion superstar and the former frontman of The Police are organizing […]
Strictly 2K Levels Up: From Retro Party to Stellar Music Festival with Tifa and Jah Vinci Headlining
Once a throwback party, Strictly 2K is now stepping up its game by morphing into a full-fledged music festival, setting a higher bar for music enjoyment in Jamaica. The man behind this remarkable transformation, Ibrahim Konteh, Director of Marketing, shed light on this evolutionary journey, saying that the metamorphosis of Strictly 2K into a music […]
Junior Reid Celebrates 60th Birthday with One Blood Family Fest
Iconic Reggae Artist Comes Full Circle as He Brings Together Veteran and Contemporary Acts On June 3rd, legendary reggae artist Junior Reid will celebrate his 60th birthday with the One Blood Family Fest at Plantation Cove in St Ann, Jamaica. The event’s name pays tribute to Reid’s iconic 1989 anti-violence song “One Blood,” which remains […]
Popcaan’s Unruly Fest Expands to London: Dancehall Star’s Hit Festival Crosses the Atlantic
Dancehall sensation Popcaan is taking his acclaimed Unruly Fest across the pond to London on November 30, 2023. The announcement was made official through Popcaan’s Instagram media update page and confirmed by Ticketmaster Entertainment, the American ticket sales and distribution giant. Fans can now register for exclusive presale access on the Ticketmaster website. Just a […]
Cancellation of Major Reggae and Dancehall Festivals in the US: Visa Woes and Struggling Homegrown Talent Cause Disappointment for Fans
Reggae and dancehall music has long been a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, with its captivating rhythms and poignant lyrics that capture both the struggles of the oppressed and the triumphs of the human spirit. The United States, and Miami, in particular, has been a hub for fans of these genres, […]
Dancehall Stars Beenie Man And Mavado Set For First Afro Nation Miami Festival
Dancehall Stars Beenie Man and Mavado Set to Perform at Afro Nation Miami, Marking Beenie Man’s Return to U.S. Stage After a Decade Afro Nation, the renowned Afrobeats-focused music festival, is heading to Miami for its first-ever U.S. edition on May 27 and 28 at LoanDepot Park. The event will feature a diverse lineup of […]