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Manchester Food & Drink Festival on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Food #Cuisine #Event #13thStreetPromotions #ManchesterFoodandDrinkFestival #Festival #Manchester #Mandeville #BrooksPark #FoodFestival #Caribbean

Manchester To Offer Unique Cuisine & More With Upcoming Food & Drink Festival

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[NEW DATE, Jan. 1, 2025]

2024 has been a year for big events. Whatever your taste was, the Island had an event to accommodate you. While many big events are held in the Island’s capital of Kingston, there have complaints and suggestions to give the other Parishes a chance to host. The Parish of Manchester, where the city life collides with the country life, has been one of the spots that seeks to provide a home to many special events. Next year, it will launch its own Food & Drink Festival.

Organized by Di Village and held at Brooks Park in Mandeville, the “Manchester Food & Drink Festival” aims to introduce a variety of unique cuisine to the public, provide a platform for the upcoming and seasoned Chef, host live entertainment, and amplify the message that the Parish of Manchester is very capable of hosting some of the Island’s best events. With the construction of the Southern Coastal Highway, transportation has been made easier, making the Parish a central hotspot. The Festival was announced earlier this year, and the Organizers have been on the road spreading awareness of the event, inviting Vendors and Sponsors to make their contributions to the event, and adding the finishing touches for the big day. Olivia Coley, a member of the organizing team, has been making connections with various Schools in the Parish, giving students with Culinary ambitions to showcase their talent through a series of events at the Festival. She looks forward to great support from not only Manchester, but the rest of Jamaica, and hopes to make it a yearly family event.

For the foodies, food lovers, and Festival seekers, the “Manchester Food & Drink Festival” welcomes you on Wednesday, January 1 at Brooks Park, Mandeville from 1 P.M. to 10 P.M.. You can pay at the gate to attend, and they range from $2000 for Adults, $1000 for the 10-17 age group, while kids enter free. If you wish to secure tickets, “Dealz N Tings” at Grove Court (Mandeville), and “Water Drops Waterstore” at the Central Dealers Mall (Formerly Caledonia Mall in Mandeville) are the outlets to get them. For more information, visit @ManchesterFoodandDrinkFestival on Instagram, and @ManchesterFoodandDrink on TikTok.

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Alkaline "Dangerous Youth" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #Alkaline #JahvyAmbassador #TruAmbassadorEnt #DangerousYouth #AutoBambRecords #Caribbean

.@JahvyAmbassador, Alkaline Take #1 Spot With “Dangerous Youth”

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No matter what the detractors may say, Dancehall Music is still a dominant force. It continues to be a global phenomenon thanks to the many Ambassadors of the genre, and will stay that way for years to come. Dancehall Producer Jahvy of Tru Ambassador Ent. has been a dedicated representative of the culture, and he has enjoyed a vast amount of success over the years. He recently celebrated another milestone thanks in part to Dancehall Artist, Alkaline.

Recently, Jahvy and Alkaline teamed up for the single, “Dangerous Youth”. Another entry in the list of collaborations they have together, “Dangerous Youth” finds the Deejay in his element as one of Dancehall’s big names over solid production. The collaboration quickly gained traction on music streaming platforms, climbing to over 100,000 views on Youtube in just hours. Strong support for the single was expected, but it further solidified its place by taking the #1 spot on the iTunes Reggae Singles chart. The move was deemed monumental as it towered over Bob Marley’s classic single, “Three Little Birds”, Stephen Marley’s “You Don’t Know How It Feels”, iNi Kamoze’s “Here Comes The Hotstepper”, Shaggy’s “Angel” and “It Wasn’t Me”, and Jimmy Cliff’s “I Can See Clearly Now”. Jahvy shared his accomplishment on Social Media with the caption, “#1, doh get e figure wrong”, and shouting out Alkaline as collaborator, and longtime friend.

Jahvy continues to keep his Tru Ambassador Ent. Ship sailing, and with the success of Dancehall Artist 450, and Producers Week.Day and Falconn under his management, there is a lot more ground for him to conquer. He has hinted at a number of developments to come via his Social Media platforms, and he urges fans to stay tuned.

Jahvy and Alkaline’s “Dangerous Youth” is out now on all digital music streaming platforms.

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450 in Canada on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Canada #Toronto #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #450 #450LiveInToronto #450Music #TruAmbassadorEnt #Tour #Concert #RebelNightclub #PressRelease #Caribbean

450 Conquers Canada With Sold-Out Performance

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Live show performances are a major part of a Recording Artist’s career, and many Artists have been giving their all to the stage locally, and Internationally for decades. Dancehall Artist 450 has been in a class by himself for a number of years, and recently he made the stage a top priority with a sold-out performance as a part of his “450 Live” series in Canada.

A significant milestone was achieved in Toronto, Canada on Saturday, September 7, as the “450 Live Toronto Edition” was an event that many won’t forget. Spearheaded by Tru Ambassador Ent., the management and promotional entity behind 450, the Rebel Nightclub on 11 Polson Street was filled to capacity with overwhelming support of the Dancehall Artist. Tickets for the highly-anticipated event sold out shortly after being announced in July, further solidifying 450’s popularity, and the necessary roles that Tru Ambassador Ent. handled behind the scenes to ensure success. As a thank you to the fans, 450 took them through a stand-out experience that you had to be there to be a part of, delivering hits, having a commanding presence throughout the event’s entire duration, and the patrons gave back tremendous support through enjoying every minute, and demanding for more. 

“The people really wanted this 450 performance,” shared Jahvy, 450’s Manager. “There was blocked traffic leading up to the venue, and the love that he got from the fans at the show, it’s nothing short of a blessing. 450 gave it his all, and I’m proud of the Artist he has become. We’re thankful for the success of this event, and we look forward to doing it again. Nuff love Toronto!”

450 has been added to the list of high profile names which include 50 Cent, Trey Songz, Burna Boy, T-Pain, Sean Paul, and Lil Jon who have made an indelible mark at the venue, and he aims to bring the same energy and more to future events. He is currently promoting the single, “Addicted”, which has been doing well since its release in August.

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450 caught the attention of the public with the single “Imperfection” in 2021, and since then his profile has grown significantly. From hitting Millions of views and streams, to high profile collaborations, to corporate endorsements, to sold out events, he continues to climb up the ladder of success. He is also known for the singles “Bad Gyal”, “Wild N Rich”, “Journey”, and has collaborated with the likes of Valiant, Pablo YG, Deno Crazy, and NLE Choppa.

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KDon & Great Scott "Wine & Kotch" on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Atlanta #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #KDon #JustKDon #GreatScott #WineandKotch #Caribbean

.@JustKDon & Great Scott Set To Raise Temperatures With Upcoming “Wine & Kotch” Single

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When it comes to music, it’s the best thing ever invented. When it comes to Jamaican music, everyday is a party. US-based Dancehall Artist Kdon looks to get the party started, but this one involves a different kind of party. He gears up for the release of the new single, “Wine & Kotch”.

Teaming up with Producer Great Scott, Kdon is calling all the ladies front and center with “Wine & Kotch”. Packed with sensual lyrics over solid production, the track encourages fun times, and good vibes all around. Kdon encourages the ladies to be at their best for an enjoyable experience, and the track promises to gain traction and raise temperatures in time for the summer party season, and become one of the year’s Dancehall hits. Kdon and Great Scott have been working together for a number of years, and have released a collection of singles together that have gained some popularity on various music streaming platforms. Following the release of “Wine & Kotch”, plans will be in motion for visual content, and live performances in support of the single. 

Kdon is an Atlanta-based Dancehall Artist who has been on the scene for a number of years. He has a number of singles to his name, has taken his brand to various parts of the globe, and has connected with many in the music industry locally, and internationally. Great Scott is a former NFL-player turned Producer/Songwriter who has been active for many years. He has lent his sound to the likes of R&B group 112, R&B/Pop star Chris Brown, and Actor/Recording Artist Mishon.

Ladies get ready to “Wine & Kotch” when Kdon and Great Scott release the single on April 12 on all digital music streaming platforms. The track is available for pre-order here through DistroKid. To stay up to date with Kdon, follow him on Instagram and TikTok at @JustKdon. To stay up to date with Great Scott, follow him on Instagram at @CallMeGreatScott.

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Sizzla Kalonji Granted US Visa, Recruits New Management

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For over 30 years, Jamaican Icon Sizzla Kalonji has delivered timeless songs with strong messages for the people the world over. He has greatly influenced many of his musical peers, and his contributions to the culture has placed him among legends. Parts of the world have longed for the Artist to grace them with his presence, and in the coming weeks, Sizzla will be making a return to one of them to perform, the United States. 

After a number of years of absence, Sizzla Kalonji will make the highly-anticipated return to the United States for a series of performances. The Artist’s US Work Visa was revoked well over a decade ago, but was granted a Visitor Visa in recent times. His stage presence on US soil was greatly missed however, and his return marks the end of the drought for the fans. Sizzla has been performing in various parts of the world during his absence from the U.S., and with his return, fans can expect him to make appearances at various events in the coming months, and are urged to stay tuned for announcements. As a part of the new developments for the Sizzla Kalonji brand, the Artist recently welcomed Chester Wilkins to the team, who will handle all managerial duties for the Artist. Wilkins has been in the Music Industry for a number of years, has made great contributions in Artist Development, and has provided solutions that have significantly enhanced the music business. Present and future bookings for Sizzla Kalonji will now be handled by the Harmonics Group, a European booking agency, artists management and development company. 

Sizzla Kalonji’s return to the United States is official in 2024. Announcements for upcoming performances will be made in short order on his official Media platforms.

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Minto Play Da Riddim, Warrior, & Charly Black on 13thStreetPromotions.com #Jamaica #Dancehall #Music #13thStreetPromotions #MintoPlayDaRiddim #WarriorWMG #CharlyBlack #OxtailExtraGravy #Music #Caribbean

Minto Play Da Riddim, Warrior, Charly Black To Release “Oxtail (Extra Gravy)”

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2024 looks to be a year of big hits, and Producers Minto Play Da Riddim and Warrior want to be a part of it all. The Producers made great strides last year in their respective fields with Minto officially tapping into the Afrobeats scene, and Warrior bringing his WMG Sound to more people locally, and internationally. They have teamed up a number of times over the years, resulting in a number of hits. Their recent team up included International Dancehall Artist Charly Black, who had a great 2023 that consisted of standout international performances and fiery singles. Together, they present their new single “Oxtail (Extra Gravy)”, and are confident that it will be one of this year’s top bangers.

“Oxtail (Extra Gravy)” is the latest single for the ladies brought to you by Minto Play Da Riddim, Warrior, and Charly Black. Powered by an Afrobeats sound and Dancehall vibes, the track looks to connect with the ladies in a major way, making for a hit that will take over the clubs, spark dance and social media challenges, and rattle speakers around the world. The theme of love is present on the track as Black enjoys the love of his lady “like Oxtail with extra gravy”, a play on the ways many couples profess their love for one another. The track promises to be a mainstay on Valentine’s Day-themed playlists, and be an important entry in love compilations for the rest of the year. As a part of the roll out, the track was exclusively premiered at an event in Trinidad recently, and was well-received immediately. A music video for “Oxtail (Extra Gravy)” is in its development stages along with plans for further promotion of the single.

Get ready for the love vibes like no other when “Oxtail (Extra Gravy)” by Minto Play Da Riddim, Warrior, and Charly Black goes live on February 16 on all digital music streaming platforms.

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