Events

Morgan Heritage is scheduled to perform at the New York Stock Exchange's 94th annual tree lighting ceremony on November 30. The occasion, which opened to the public, is slated to start at 2:30 pm. The reggae band, however, is earmarked to perform at 5:35 pm. The rock band Hollis Brown, country star Jackie Lee, singers Karen Rodriguez and Jesse Campbell, the Harlem Globetrotters, and the Radio City Rockettes are also billed to perform.

The nominations for the Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards, taking place in Liverpool, England in November, were announced on Monday. Now in its 17th year, the annual MOBO Awards recognises acts who have impacted the UK music scene. 2012 Best Reggae Act: Damian Marley Konshens Mr Vegas Popcaan Sean Paul The internationally renowned MOBO Awards are held annually in the UK and over the past 17 years, MOBO has showcased and honoured many of the music industry's finest talent from around the world with performances and attendances from A-list artists including Janet Jackson, Destiny's Child, Dionne Warwick, Justin Timberlake, Tina Turner, Dizzee Rascal, Marley Family, Jay-Z, Rihanna,Usher and Amy Winehouse to name a few. Last...

Mavado has a special treat for his fans in Jamaica when he performs at the annual Jagra GT Taylor Christmas Extravaganza. It will mark Mavado’s first performance locally in many months and fans are eager to welcome home the Gully Gad after what they perceive as a too-long absence.Mavado will be headlining a strong lineup of artistes on ‘Extravaganza’ and he is as excited about the event. Jagra GT Taylor Christmas Extravaganza takes place on December 25, 2011 at Independence Park, Black River, St Elizabeth, Jamaica. Among the artistes on the lineup are Bounty Killer, I-Octane, Coco Tea, John Holt, Romain Virgo, Khago, Hezron, Chuck Fenda, Twin of Twins, Wayne Marshall, Iley Dread, Lutan Fyah, Professor Nuts, Warrior King, Villa Dutch...

Mavado had to cancel this year's staging of his annual birthday bash of the LIME Real McKoy event that was scheduled for last night. Mavado has also postponed his weekly show Stulla Wednesdays which was normally held at the Quad nightclub. The following is a statement that was issued by Mavado’s management team regarding the cancellation.

Rap mogul Master P. will host an event during Grammy week honoring late R&B singer Teena Marie, in hopes of raising awareness about health related issues, whether its diabetes, high blood pressure or obesity. Master P. and his son Romeo are rallying celebrities to support Michelle Obama’s anti-obesity campaign via his Move With Music organization, which is dedicated to fighting child obesity. Master P. and his son will host an event on February 11th in Los Angeles, which is sponsored by ME Entertainment Network, RTC Media Group and Urban Born Foundation.

It's not every day you have the opportunity to sail away with a few of the world's greatest musicians. Staging their third annual Love and Harmony Cruise, Rockers Island Entertainment, in association with Best of the Best Entertainment and Massive B, are proud to announce the first artist line up for Love and Harmony Cruise, set to sail from Fort Lauderdale to Ocho Rios Jamaica and Georgetown, Grand Cayman, April 13th - April 18th 2019. "Love and Harmony Cruise is now approaching our third year and we always look to improve each year and bring forth new attractions for our cruisers and this year is no exception. This year we will have a full play on board with one of Jamaica's great actor/comedian, Oliver Samuels and crew. We will also...

The public is invited to enjoy a free reggae concert Friday, June 29 at the Downtown Commons in Clarksville Tennessee. Grammy-winning reggae artist Gramps Morgan will perform at 6 p.m. The event is sponsored by Justin Kanew, who is running for Tennessee’s 7th District House seat now held by Republican Marsha Blackburn. The Downtown Commons are located at 215 Legion Street in downtown Clarksville.

Iconic rapper and label owner, Lil Wayne, in the midst of a high charting radio single “6 Foot 7 Foot” and his recently released 9th studio album I Am Not a Human Being, has announced details and dates for his 2011 North American tour, the I Am Music II tour. The Multi-platinum and Grammy award winning recording artist, who has sold over 10 million records and whose multi-platinum 2008 album, The Carter III, shattered records by selling over one million copies in its first week of release, will be joined by protégé Nicki Minaj, a top selling rapper signed to his Young Money imprint, whose critically acclaimed debut album Pink Friday has since gone Platinum. In addition to main support act Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne will also be joined by...

Lakefest "The Greatfest" took place this past Sunday August 14th 2011 in Colchester, CT. The event referred as a modern day 'Woodstock' But strictly Roots, Rock and Reggae lived up to its namesake music festival, from Live bands, food, friends, family and even rain. Neither rain, nor wind could put a damper on the thousands of Caribbean music lovers who stood side by side with umbrellas, raincoats and bathing suits to enjoy the sounds of Beres Hammond, Etana, Anthony B, Wayne Wonder, Blaq Capone, Alandon, Drezion, Prince Pankhi, Derrick Barnett & Statement Band, Skadee, I Anbassa and Don Minott & High Voltage Band. The event was the production of DNZ Production and Hapilos Entertainment a first time collaboration between the two...

International soca pop star Kevin Lyttle debuts the video for his sizzling single, "Wine And Go Down," which was released in November 2011. This is Lyttle's first video from his highly-anticipated upcoming album, which is currently in production. Released on his very own Tarakon Records, "Wine And Go Down" exemplifies the artist's versatility as he embraces the role of a deejay/rapper to fuse with his acclaimed signature vocal-style, forming this hybrid of island soca and pop club fusion. The singer/songwriter teams up with Richy Peña (talented music producer of the Latin Grammy-Winning album Mi Niña Bonita), for the hit track, which has been making the rounds internationally on radio and in the clubs. "Dancing is a strong...

Keri Hilson will be bringing her Pretty Girl Rock to the second leg of Lil Wayne’s I Am Still Music tour. The R&B singer will hit the road in July joining Far East Movement, Rick Ross, and Lloyd on the highly anticipated summer tour. Pick up Keri’s latest CD, No Boys Allowed, featuring the hits Pretty Girl Rock and One Night Stand (ft. Chris Brown), in stores and on iTunes! DATE CITY VENUE 7/13/11 HARTFORD, CT. COMCAST THEATER 7/15/11 BRISTOW, VA. JIFFY LUBE LIVE AMP. 7/16/11 HOLMDEL, NJ PNC BANK ARTS CENTER 7/17/11 MANSFIELD, MA COMCAST CENTER 7/19/11 SCRANTON, PA TOYOTA PAVILION 7/20/11 SARATOGA, NY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 7/22/11 CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH BLOSSOM MUSIC CENTER 7/23/11 CAMDEN, NJ SUSQUEHANNA BANK CENTER...

Kaya Fest is a Music and Awareness Festival created in the spirit of Bob Marley’s great legacy and curated by his son, multi-Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and producer Stephen Marley, the festival is a historic gathering of the greatest working artists in music today, for an expression of unity and excellence. Each year, Kaya Fest invites an incredible roster of reggae-influenced artists, including the likes of Ms. Lauryn Hill, Snoop Dogg, Cypress Hill, Pitbull, Sean Paul, and Wyclef Jean to celebrate one love, unity, peace and “overstanding” alongside supporters from all over the world. In honor of their father’s legacy Stephen Marley, Ziggy Marley, Damian Marley, Ky-Mani Marley and Julian Marley are set to perform together...

Kanye West leads all nominees for the Grammys, picking up seven nods for the event. His nominations include Song of the Year and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for “All of the Lights”, Best Rap Performance, and even Best Rap Album, where his Dark Fantasy is up again his collaborative Watch the Throne project with Jay-Z. Rihanna’s Loud is up for Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album with “What’s My Name” in the running for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration. And Nicki Minaj will battle it out with J. Cole and others for Best New Artist. Also, Chris Brown is up for Best R&B Album and Best Rap Performance for “Look at Me Now.” The 54th Annual Grammys air February 12th on CBS. Album of the Year » Adele - 21 » Foo Fighters - Wasting...

Throughout his extensive career, soulful reggae singer Junior Kelly has prided himself in making music that is both uplifting and empowering. Providing music that is eternal and knows no boundaries. Internationally known for his breakthrough single "Love So Nice", Junior Kelly cemented his name in reggae music history and thereafter delivered numerous hits such as "Sunshine", "Boom Draw", "Juvenile", "Tough Life", "Too Late" with Queen Ifrica and "Missing You" with Bar-Bee amongst others. In support and with the success of his latest single "Been There", Junior Kelly has been busy promoting and performing all summer throughout North America and the Caribbean, and to the delight of his European fans, will kick off his Fall European...

Jimmy Cliff and the British singer-songwriter Paloma Faith are among 22 acts lined up for the third Abu Dhabi Womad music festival next week in the United Arab Emeriates. The festival, organised by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage, will take place at the Abu Dhabi Corniche on April 7-9 2011 and at Al Jahili Fort on April 7-8 2011. Jimmy Cliff will perform on the second day of the festival at the Corniche along with Omar Bashir & Group, Aurelio Martinez, Terem Quartet, Toumani Diabate and Afro Celt Sound System

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff will play at Gathering of the Vibes in Bridgeport Connecticut on Aug.1. This performance marks the beginning of Cliff’s most extensive North American tour in more than 20 years. Cliff recently was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and has a new CD, “Existence,” his first CD of new material in six years, due out this year. He said songs on the CD touch all aspects of man’s existence, from global warming to starvation; and moving to love and hope.

On Sunday July 1st, R&B icon R Kelly, Boys 2 Men and Jimmy Cliff will ignite New York City with musical flames when they headline the annual "Groovin In The Park” concert at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens. This will be Kelly’s first outdoor performance in NYC this year. Jimmy Cliff created history in 2010 when he became the first Jamaican performer since Bob Marley to be inducted in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The talented actor, musician, singer and music producer is arguably the most celebrated reggae act alive on the international stage. He regularly plays stadiums and arenas in Africa, Brazil and parts of Europe and has an equally impressive following in the USA where he is best known for songs like “Harder They Come,” "You Can Get...

The red carpet event lined with paparazzi and named after the newly-released platinum album from Jamie Foxx, “Best Night of My Life,” will take place Saturday, Feb. 5 at The Bud Light Hotel, formerly know as The Aloft Hotel , located at 1033 Young Street in Downtown Dallas. Platinum selling artist, Jamie Foxx will host the event with confirmed guest, Former NFL MVP LaDainian Tomlinson. In honor of the big game, guests 21 and over are invited to “Celebrate, Indulge, and Explore” from 10 P.M. until 2 A.M. While many super bowl parties will compete for the attendance of high rollers on the eve of the game, few parties will be able to claim the fixture on the Super Bowl Party scene with Oscar and Grammy winner Jamie Foxx, along with...

The Jamaica Film Academy announces the Call for Entries in the 2012 Jamaica Reggae Film Festival, to be held May 2012 in Kingston, Jamaica. In keeping with the format initiated at the inaugural event in February 2008, the Festival will showcase films in which aspects of Jamaica's Reggae music culture are displayed, documented and memorialized in feature, documentary and short films, animation and music videos. In the five years since its inception, the Reggae Film Festival has included films made by Jamaicans, as well as global reggae researchers and fans from the Caribbean, UK, USA, Canada, Spain, Germany, Serbia, Italy, Japan, Iran, France and Ethiopia. The focus of many documentaries on the history of Jamaican music and music...