​WASHINGTON, DC, June 7, 2017—The most delicious place to be in the Metro DC area on Sunday, June 18 is the Festival Grounds at RFK stadium (Parking lot 6) where families, friends, celebrities, chefs and jerk lovers will gather for the second staging of the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival! This will be the mecca for mouthwatering jerk goodness ... all...

  "Evolution," "uprising," "continuation" and "Rastafari" are words used by the 24-year-old singer-songwriter Chronixx . These identifiers embody every nuance of his long-awaited debut Chronology, available June 30, 2017 on his label Soul Circle (Virgin/Universal distribution). They tell the story of a young Jamaican music prodigy whose consci...

​ Reggae crooner Christopher Martin has released the highly-anticipated music video for his first single 'Magic' off his debut album "Big Deal." The 6-minute mini film showcases Martin as the narrator of a spellbinding triad ending in an unexpected twist. Directed by Ruption Design 'RD' Studios, the video embodies the sultry aura of Martin's self-p...

​Legendary U.K. based reggae label, Greensleeves Records is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year with new and commemorative product releases and multiple events in London, Paris and New York throughout Spring and Summer 2017. On June 21st, the label will hold a 40th anniversary celebration concert at the legendary BB King venue in Times Squar...

​Coming off their Grammy nominated album 'Everlasting,' Raging Fyah releases the remix single 'Would You Love Me' featuring Brazilian reggae powerhouse, Cidade Negra available on all digital music platforms May 12th. The two acts bring together a distinctive blend of reggae flavor just in time for Brazil's National Reggae Day celebrations.  Ba...

  MARLA BROWN - DAUGHTER OF THE LATE GREAT DENNIS BROWN - PERFORMING ON THE SIERRA NEVADA WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL, REGGAE ON THE RIVER & SUMMER SPLASH - AVAILABLE FOR BOOKINGS Here is a Youtube link to view extracts taken from Marla's recent tour in Costa Rica: Quick Points: Marla Brown is the youngest child and daughter of the late great Cro...

​It's my pleasure to introduce you to upcoming R&B singer, China-Marie! China Marie has officially released her new music video to her latest single FEELIN' from her album POTPOURRI and we would love for you to check it out!With 21,ooo+ views in only 24hrs, China Marie has created some serious buzz and has already been seen on REVOLT TV, GRUNGE...

​ New York, New York ( April 20, 2017 ) -  Berta Records presents the blazing reggae hit filled Season Change Rhythm. The profound rockers influenced rhythm features a star studded reggae line up. With artists such as Bugle " Rising For A Fall ", Chino "I Nah Worry", Kabaka Pyramid " Never Change " , Romain Virgo & Bugle "No Problem", Tarr...

​"India Raven" McDowell is an independent singer, rapper, songwriter, and producer from Youngstown, Ohio. She is a professional model (signed with the Talent Group) and the Vice President of Ronson Originals Pictures and Videos, a company owned by her father/manager, Ronson M. McDowell, with whom she has been working since 2009. They are the person...

"We make Hip-Hop. Real Hip-Hop. Authentic Hip-Hop. We talk about reality; relationships, politics, religion, etc. We are a part of a movement of others doing the same thing. An empire is being built. Our mission is to reveal to the world a better Hip Hop. Not just with a better message…but with better beats, production, and lyrics. Our music is the...

​Standing over 5'11 Empryss is the true picture of a Nigerian Trinidadian American princess. Hailing from the Tri-Sate area- the New York /New Jersey native decided the stage was a part of her world at the early age of 8. From beauty pageants, ballet and school programs, Empryss grasped every opportunity given that had her on the stage.  While...

Few reggae acts better capture the heart and soul of roots reggae music than the Abyssinians. Their deep catchy melodies, Rastafarian themes, and beautiful harmony arrangements all delivered with a deep spiritual feeling were instrumental in defining and refining the entire reggae genre. Bernard Collins and Donald Manning had a creative opening one...

CHRISTOPHER MARTIN'S DEBUT ALBUM "BIG DEAL" BRINGS THE HEAT FOR VALENTINE'S DAY   Out Today  (FEB 10, VP RECORDS)  #1 Album on Billboard Reggae Charts in Japan     He is one of Jamaica's most in-demand singers since winning 2005's Digicel's Rising Stars (the island's top televised show equivalent of American Idol), the current face of KFC's campaign across The Caribbean and best friends with Olympian record-breaking winner Usain Bolt. He is a BIG DEAL and has been for over a decade!    Today (February 10th, 2017), the 29-year-old artist reveals his first full-length album to the world. As a Valentine's Day born baby and a romantic playboy at heart, his 16-track international debut could not come at a better time.   Big Deal is the perfect recipe of sweetness, swagger and sex appeal and showcases Chris's versatility and vocal excellence. Chris fires with formidable skill on the album's braggadocios theme song "I'm A Big Deal" (produced...

On  February 27th to March 3rd , Love & Harmony Caribbean Cruise will host performances from Reggae & Soca's most world renowned artists. The four-day concert will occur during the round trip voyage from Miami, Florida to Ocho Rios, Jamaica on the Norwegian Pearl cruise liner. Love & Harmony Caribbean Cruise's four-day concert is produced by Rockers Island Entertainment in association with Best of the Best Entertainment and Massive B. This years performers include:  Beres Hammond ,  Shabba Ranks , and  Third World ,  Queen Ifrica ,  Wayne Wonder ,  Tony Curtis ,  Singing Melody ,  Elephant Man ,  I-wayne ,  Edwin Yearwood  and  Lurie D . Recently, new school artists  Konshens  and  Dexta Daps  were added to the bill. During the "non-stop party" experience, attendees will be treated to late night dances with deejays: Stone Love Movement. Massive B. Sounds, Bobby Konders & Jabba, and DJ Calli B, Road...

By George Marston, Newsarama Contributor   Freeform's Marvel TV series  Cloak & Dagger  has cast its leads, both former Disney Channel stars. Olivia Holt will play Tandy Bowen, A.K.A. Dagger, who has the power to throw bolts of light, while Aubrey Joseph will play Tyrone Johnson, who has the power to maipulate darkness. Cloak & Dagger  has been in the works for almost five years, according to the report, and will center on the romance between Tyrone and Tandy. “The characters of Tandy and Tyrone have always stood out to me ever since I first met them in the pages of Marvel comics when I was a boy," explained showrunner Joe Pokaski. "When  Olivia and Aubrey read for the roles, these characters leapt off the page. We’re so excited to see what these talented young actors bring to the Marvel Universe." Marvel also released official descriptions of the characters. It...

  Jo Mersa, the eldest son of Stephen Marley and grandson of Bob Marley, joins the Compton-born Samoan reggae artist Jo Boog on the road. The 2017 U.S. tour goes full circle, kicking off this week in California and spanning over 30 cities across the nation before its return back to the Golden State. See dates below.  Mersa will tour in support of his brand new single "Private Beach Party" (out Jan 13, Ghetto Youths International) off the All Natural Riddim compilation, produced by Stephen Marley and slated for Jan 27 release. Mersa is also slated to release his full-length debut later this year.  LISTEN: LargeUp premieres the new single today: http://www.largeup.com/2017/ 01/12/jo-mersa-private-beach- party/   Jo Mersa Marley  Joseph “Jo Mersa” Marley was born in Kingston, Jamaica on March 12, 1991 and moved to Miami at age 11. Jo grew up surrounded by music. By the time he was four years old, Jo was appearing onstage alongside his father,...

  Akosua kwakye  which is the real name of  AK Songstress  is a young talented dancehall artiste from the Ashanti region of Ghana, the female reggae/dancehall artiste grew up with her granny and two siblings.  Through the changing scenes of life, she met her mum who came back from Germany. She then moved with her mum and siblings to settle in Accra with whom she stayed. She then lost her granny a short while after she had moved to Accra.  Akosua realized her passion for acting and music at a very tender age. She took part in several singing activities in school. After her senior high education, she decided to go pro with her singing and has been signed on by Paradise Entertainment the original name behind 4x4 and VIP. She has currently released twenty- four singles which are enjoying massive airplay and shot nine videos in Ghana and South...

SWISH GANG FILMS PRESENTS “THE CROSS OUT 1&2”   PREMIERE SCREENING AT THE PLAZA THEATRE JAN 3RD 2017   Atlanta, GA Dec 12, 2016- Swish Gang Films and director Swish Pzy announce their special invitation premiere screening of “The Cross Out” and “The Cross Out Part 2” on January, 3rd, 2017 from 7pm-9:30pm at the Plaza Theatre (1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE Atlanta, GA). The event will showcase the two independent short films followed by a Q&A with the director and actors in the film. Tickets can be purchased in advance online through eventbrite or at the Plaza Theatre box office the day of the screening.   About "The Cross Out 1&2”   From Swish Gang Films, executive producer Swish Pzy and Curtis Snow, director of “Snow On the Bluff” the soon to be released original shorts “The Cross Out” and “The Cross Out Part 2”. “The Cross Out”...

Photo by @CheKothari Jamaican roots artist  Chronixx , a pioneering force in the contemporary reggae movement, is proud to announce his biggest tour to date and his debut album title, both named  Chronology . This year alone,  Chronixx & Zincfence Redemption Band  headlined tours in Africa, Japan, Europe and North America and rocked major festival shows like  Coachella  (USA), Austin City Limits  (USA),  Lovebox  (UK) and  One Love  (Italy)  as well as supported the iconic UK rock band  Stone Roses  at  Manchester City Football Club’s Etihad Stadium .  In 2017, the 24-year-old singer and his band expand on this success, kicking off their massive North American tour on  March 2  in support of Chronixx's first full length album  Chronology  (slated for an early 2017 release).  The Chronology Tour  spans 39 cities across the U.S. and Canada. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday December 14, 2016. Dates below and  here . Chronixx reveals his first visual  "Majesty"  from  Chronology.  The song, a beautiful interpretation...

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