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Sizzla Kalonji Granted US Visa, Recruits New Management


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 The Artist’s US Work Visa was revoked well over a decade ago, but was granted a Visitor Visa in recent times.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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.@RoMarley Shares Bob Marley’s Impact & More In New @DrinkChamps Interview


Bob Marley and his music will always have an impact that spans generations. Thanks to the fans, there will be stories, and thanks to his family, his legacy will be carried on. Reggae Month earned a boost thanks to the release of the highly-anticipated “Bob Marley: One Love” Film, and there are people who are not only getting familiar with the legend, but are getting familiar with his family. Rohan Marley is one of his father’s ambassadors, and recently he had a conversation on the popular “Drink ChampsPodcast.

Hosted by Rapper Noreaga and DJ EFN, Rohan Marley joined the “Drink Champs” table to have a few conversations. Over a few drinks and their favourite herbs, Rohan shared the impact and legacy of his father Bob Marley, growing up with his dad, the Rastafarian faith, his endeavours as a Businessman, family life, and much more. The Marley children and grandchildren have represented in various ways, and have enjoyed success individually. The “Bob Marley: One Love” movie has opened up many conversations, and the Marley family has been busy accommodating them all. Get familiar with Rohan Marley.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Lasana Bandelé – Living In Shacks (1987)


February is recognized as “Black History Month“. The month reflects on the plights of Black people, and celebrates the achievements and innovations by them. It is also recognized as “Reggae Month“, celebrating the global impact the genre has over the past few decades, and will have for generations to come. For today’s “Oldies Sunday” selection, we highlight a musical figure who used his voice to shed light on the struggles his people faced, seeking for better ways. His name is Lasana Bandelé, and the track is called, “Living In Shacks“.

Arranged by Lasana Bandelé and Leebert “Gibby” Morrison and released through Storitela Music in 1987, “Living In Shacks” finds Bandelé doing some Social Commentary. He looks at the destitute conditions many are living in and what they have experienced for centuries,  and calling out those who can help but are caught up in vanity and corruption. Bandelé’s song came with powerful words, and at a time when Black people around the world faced great hardship. “Living In Shacks” earned its respect shortly after its release, and it connected with many around the world thanks to its lyrical content. The song was included in Bandelé’s “Storitela” album that was released in 1989. The music video for “Living In Shacks”, directed by Phase 3 and Dermot Hussey, was premiered on JBC TV (now Television Jamaica/TVJ) as a part of Lasana Bandelé’s “The Storitela” TV Special, and was aired regularly.

Since the release of “Living In Shacks”, Lasana Bandelé continued to share his powerful content over the years. From Poetry to Filmmaking, Bandelé made his voice be heard, and messages connect to many locally and Internationally.

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It’s All About Love In Our “Cover Kings Vol. 2” Playlist Featuring Ghost


Today’s Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14), and we know many will be feeling the love. In true nature of the day, there will be PDAs, dates, and romantic nights. How about some music for all of that? Today we present to you to Vol. 2 of our “Cover KingsPlaylist series featuring Dancehall/Reggae Singer, Ghost!

Born Carlton Hylton, Ghost has been one of the most unique voices in Jamaican music. His raspy delivery has secured hits not only for himself, but his Monster Shack Crew members, and various Artists over the years. His knack for covering popular R&B and Pop songs have made him a legend, and the respect from even some of the Artists he covered. When there’s a day or season of love, expect a song or few from Ghost to be a part of the soundtrack. Loaded with 30 tracks, our new “Cover Kings Vol. 2” Playlist is sure to bring out the love, it all starts with pressing play. Happy Valentine’s Day.

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Sonya Spence’s “Let Love Flow On” Featured In “American Fiction” Film


It’s awards season, and if you’re in Music or Film, chances are you’re one of the people who is a part of an award-nominated creation. One award show many look forward to is the 96th Academy Awards. One of the Films up for a few awards is “American Fiction“. “American Fiction” stars Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, Issa Rae, and Sterling K. Brown, and it focuses on a Novelist/Professor named Thelonious “Monk” Ellison (Wright) who out of frustration, wrote a satirical book on stereotypical Black people, that turned out becoming a success which has good and bad outcomes. The Film was released in December 2023 in Theatres, but was made available digitally on February 6. The Film features a selection of music that was played throughout, but in an important scene, a song from Jamaica was the soundtrack.

During a Wedding scene in “American Fiction”, “Let The Love Flow On” by the late Sonya Spence was featured. Produced by Sonia Pottinger and released through High Note Records in 1981, “Let Love Flow On” was a Reggae/Funk/Soul single that got Spence’s name out there. Sonya Spence was an Artist on the rise in the 1970s and 1980s, but her career was sidelined numerous times through a number of ways (You can see our Women’s History Month write up on her and this single here). (Editor’s note: I was happy and saddened by Sonya Spence’s song’s inclusion in the Film. Many Creatives worked hard for moments like these, but some of them never made it this far because they were robbed of it. Her story is truly a sad one. May she rest in peace.)

American Fiction” is out now on your favourite movie streaming platforms. Will it secure any of the big awards? Stay tuned.

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.@IAmSharonMarley & Big Youth Connect For “Steppah”


It’s the weekend before the official release of the Film, “Bob Marley: One Love“, and the anticipation is high. The Iconic Bob Marley continues to be a topic around the world, with many remembering the hits and his presence, while others dabble in various discussions surrounding the Man. The Marley brand has gone up a few levels over these past few months, with some of the offsprings making strides. Recently, Julian secured a GRAMMY win for “Best Reggae Album“, and now Sharon returns to music with a new single called, “Steppah“.

Produced by Leroy Romans and Nicholas Davis, “Steppah” featured the legendary Big Youth, and was released through Gong Gyal Entertainment. Sharon Marley reminisces on a past love, and though their paths have taken different turns, she has a hope they will reunite and recapture some of that magic they had. Big Youth brings his iconic vibe to the track as he now holds the position of an OG. The video, directed by Donisha Prendergast (daughter of Sharon Marley), takes us back in time as we look at the story of young love, the separation, and the great reunion in modern day. Lots of eye-catching 70s fashion here, and paired with Sharon and Big Youth’s sounds and energy, we can expect “Steppah” to be in heavy rotation leading up to Valentine’s Day. “Steppah” is the latest single off Marley’s upcoming “Love Frequency” album, which is set for release later this year. A lil weekend love for you to tune in to.

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