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Volume 21/Issue 50
Media Coverage of Reggae Since 1995
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TABLE OF CONTENTS - Click on it to jump to that section
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Breaking News from Jamaica....GLOBAL LIVESTREAM TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE for VYBZ KARTEL & FRIENDS FREEDOM STREET CONCERT - Surprise Mega Global Superstar coming...
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 VYBZ KARTEL & FRIENDS - FREEDOM STREET CONCERT - New Years Eve — Dec. 31 2024
National Stadium, Kingston, Jamaica
Breaking News....
~GLOBAL LIVESTREAM Early-bird Discount Tickets available through tomorrow: Friday, December 27 - Last change to $ave.
After Friday, Dec. 27th, tickets will go from $29.75 to $39.75 (from Saturday Dec. 28th through Showtime: New Years Eve Dec. 31.)
~ Masicka and Shotta Wale just added to lineup!!
Jamaican Dancehall Superstar Masicka and Ghana Superstar Shatta Wale are now joining the Vybz Kartel & Friends lineup of Popcaan, Spice, Skillibeng, Tommy Lee Sparta, Chronic Law, Rvssian, Shawn Storm, Lisa Hyper, Sheba, Gaza Indu, Likkle Addi, Likkle Vybz...and...Rumor has it that a a Toronto Mega Global Superstar will be warming up his Jet and dropping in to Kingston to join the celebration of one of his favorite Dancehall artists....Who could it be????
The production level of Freedom Street is beyond anything ever staged in Jamaica....360 degree viewing and sound with massive fireworks, more. Don't miss this event!
💥 Explosive Fireworks Show! 💥 An event like Jamaica has never seen!
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Berkeley, CA - REGGAE ANGELS + NATIVE ELEMENTS + DJ KING I-VIER (JAH WARRIOIR SHELTER HI-FI) Sat Jan 11 at Ashkenaz
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 Ashkenaz in Berkeley, CA presents REGGAE ANGELS + NATIVE ELEMENTS + DJ KING I-VIER (JAH WARRIOIR SHELTER HI-FI) in concert on Saturday January 11, 2025. The DJ starts playing music at 8pm. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 the day of the show. Ashkenaz is located at 1317 San Pablo Ave. in Berkeley, CA and is an all-age venue.
The Reggae Angels have been a staple act in the worldwide reggae arena for over thirty years. They are known to deliver high energy, dynamic performances with a happy sound and a prophetic message. Their musicians and vocalists are world class performers. They have 15 albums, and they have performed on many of the major US and European festivals. They have toured extensively in the US, Hawaii, Canada and Europe and have also performed in South America and Africa. They have done five major US tours backed by Sly and Robbie and the Taxi Gang who also recorded on their latest three albums. They have toured with other legendary Reggae acts such as Don Carlos, Marcia Griffiths, Bitty Mclean, Anthony B, Mykal Rose, Luciano, The Abyssinians, Sugar Minott, Andrew Tosh, Warrior King, Prezident Brown, Junior Reid and Frankie Paul as well as touring on their own.
The Reggae Angels are pleased with the outcome of their latest 2021 album, Remember Our Creator, which was recorded with the multi-Grammy award winning legends, masters of groove and propulsion, Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare. Remember Our Creator, as all their albums do, focuses on spiritual themes of serving
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For the last three decades Native Elements have enjoyed a steady presence in the Northern California music scene delighting audiences with their positive and uplifting performances. They have released four albums and driven by their mission to reach as many people as possible, Native Elements clock in around 50 shows a year. The band has developed their own innovative style of soulful, energetic, roots reggae incorporating smooth lovers rock and hard-hitting original roots rhythms.
King I-Vier is an award-winning Reggae Club, Sound Clash and Radio DJ-Producer based in The San Francisco Bay Area. An established DJ for over a decade, I-Vier is a driving force in Jah Warrior Hi-Fi, an internationally known champion sound system. King I-Vier alongside his distinguished crew, have won titles and trophies up and down the California Coast since the late 90's.
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Collie Buddz Reaches 15M Listeners On Spotify
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 Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz has reached a major milestone on Spotify, surpassing 15 million listeners on the streaming platform.
His music has been streamed over 144 million times on Spotify, and he has fans in 184 countries.
In addition to his Spotify success, Collie Buddz has also been nominated for two Grammy Awards. His latest album, “Take It Easy,” was nominated for Best Reggae Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards.
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Irie Pen Records Presents New Video: "The Season" – Watch Here...
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 Irie Pen Records Presents New Video: "The Season" WATCH VIDEO HERE
It’s the happiest time of the year! And Hopeton Lindo is feeling the vibes with ‘The Season’, a song that celebrates Christmas.
A video for the song, directed by TuneMiami, has been released to share the singer’s joy with family and friends.
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Mostly filmed in sunny South Florida and chilly New Hampshire, the visual captures Lindo spending quality time with loved ones. In one scene, he expresses his joy with a resplendent Yuletide tree as the perfect backdrop. Lindo has savored Christmas since his childhood in Jamaica. He has fond memories growing up in a large family whose bond got even stronger as December approached. He explains the objective of the video which is edited by Winston Price Films in Jamaica. “The concept is to show family and friends coming together no matter the weather to give thanks and celebrate the season,” said Lindo. ‘The Season’ is one of five songs on ‘Feel It Christmas’, an EP produced by his Irie Pen Record label. It also features ‘My Wish For Christmas’ by Peter G, ‘I’ll Be Home For Christmas’ by Novel-T, ‘Some Day At Christmas’ by Empress Uneek and ‘A Different Christmas’ by Lindo and Anthony Redrose. YOUTUBE LINKHopetonlindo Linktree InstagramFacebook |
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San Diego, CA - Tribute to the Reggae Legends Lineup Announced - February 21 and 22, 2025 - Early-bird tix through December 31.
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 Join us for the 44th Annual Tribute to the Reggae Legends in San Diego, CA. The 2024 event will span two days. Friday will feature a sound system night where “Virgin Islands Meets Jamaica,” and Saturday will be a full day celebrating Roots Reggae Legends. Tribute to the Reggae Legends, also known as Bob Marley Day honors the rich legacy of reggae music. Founded by Prophet World Beat Productions in honor of Bob Marley’s legacy, the event began as a small gathering and eventually grew to fill the San Diego Sports Arena, thanks to a partnership with Moss Jacobs. Reggae has always held a special place at the WorldBeat Center. Its director, Makeda Dread Cheatom, hosted Reggae Makossa on 91X FM for 25 years alongside her partner Damaja Le. Together, they organized many club nights, boat cruises, and the annual Bob Marley Day festival in San Diego. As reggae legends began to pass on, the event was renamed Tribute to the Reggae Legends. After 25 years at the San Diego Sports Arena, the festival moved to the Broadway Pier in downtown San Diego. Later, it returned to its roots at the WorldBeat Cultural Center with the Exodus festival.
Reggae music carries a powerful message of unity, peace, and awareness of social inequities. The WorldBeat Center remains dedicated to preserving the legacy and message of reggae legends like Bob Marley and Peter Tosh.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21 - VIRGIN ISLANDS MEETS JAMAICA SOUNDSYSTEM
Virgin Islands: DEZARIE and NINJAH P
Jamaica: MICHAEL PALMER and RANKING JOE
DOORS: 8PM
/ SHOW: 8:30PM
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 - ROOTS
SISTER NANCY, JOHNNY OSBOURNE
WARRIOR KING, JUNIOR TOOTS - Tribute to Toots
TRISTON PALMER, AND MORE!
DOORS: 2PM / SHOW: 3PM
Early-Bird Tickets
Day 1: $ 35 / Day 2: $ 60
Weekend Pass: $ 75 - Early Bird Sale Ends: December 31, 2024
Pre-Sale Tickets
Day 1: $40 /Day 2: $62
Weekend Pass: $80 - On sale January 1, 2025 - February 20, 2025
Day Of Show
Day 1: $45 / Day 2: $75 - Weekend Pass: $90
World Beat Center
2100 Park Blvd San Diego, CA
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Ft. Lauderdale - SAVE THE DATE! 42nd Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA)
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 SAVE THE DATE!
42nd Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA),
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Coral Springs Center for the Arts,
2855 Coral Springs Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
VOTING ENDS DECEMBER 31.
Tickets now on sale at
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Become a Reggae and World Music Awards sponsor and reach an untapped market to brand your product.
IMPORTANT DATES LEADING UP TO THE 42nd IRAWMA:
OCTOBER 09, 2024: NOMINATIONS OPENED • DECEMBER 31, 2024: NOMINATIONS CLOSED • JANUARY 15, 2025: NOMINEES ANNOUNCED & PUBLIC VOTING BEGINS • MARCH 10 TH, 2025: VOTING CLOSED • SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2025, - 6: 00 PM – 7:00 PM – RED CARPET ARRIVAL/VIP RECEPTION. 42ND IRAWMA CEREMONY: - 7: 00 PM – GENERAL ADMISSION. - 7: 30 PM – AWARDS SHOWCASE
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Featured Video - VYBZ KARTEL SPEAKS...FREEDOM STREET IS COMING....
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Make peace with the impermanence of life and find freedom in this acceptance. As we learn to let go, we not only free ourselves from unnecessary burdens but also open the door to a more mindful and fulfilling life.
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Richie B's Jamaican Reggae Airplay Charts
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Jamaica Music Countdown — By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
JMC Charts -
Dec 27, 2024 – Jan 2, 2025
By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
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TOP 25 Dancehall Singles ,TOP 25 Reggae Singles and TOP 10 Albums/CD Chart
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN
By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
Dec 27, 2024 – Jan 2, 2025
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Ital Statistics This WEEK in Reggae
and Nubian, Rasta, herb and related history
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This Week in Reggae — and Nubian, Rasta, herb and related history
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| December 26 |
| Kwanzaa, the first day: Umoja (Unity) |
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Drummer/producer Noel Alphonso is born. |
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Musician/producer Grub Cooper is born in Linstead, St Catherine. |
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Musician/producer Computer Paul is born. |
| 1952: |
Mutabaruka (formerly Allan Hope) is born in Rae Town, Kingston, Jamaica. |
| 1991: |
"UB40 - A Family Affair", filmed at the Finsbury Park gig on June 22, airs on C4-TV. |
| December 27 |
| Kwanzaa, the second day: Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) |
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Jerry Harris [(Wackies) Rhythm Force; leader/guitar/vocals] is born in Port Antonio, Jamaica. |
| 1956: |
Burro Banton is born Donovan Spalding in Kingston, Jamaica. |
| 1967: |
American DJ Jamalski is born in Brooklyn, New York. |
| 1989: |
Admiral Bailey tumbles off a moterbike and is badly injured on his way home from "Sting '89". |
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Jpseph "Jo Mersa" Marley passes away in Florida at the age of 31. |
| December 28 |
| Kwanzaa, the third day: Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility) |
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Bubbler Waul is born. |
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Musician Wayne Arnold is born. |
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Little Kirk (Kirk Anthony Davis) is born in in Waterhouse district of Kingston, Jamaica. |
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Fancy Goose (Roger Harze) is born in Union Gardens (Kingston 11 area). |
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