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Brooklyn, New York – The energy was electric at the Barclays Center this past Labor Day weekend as Mr. Vegas, the iconic dancehall star, delivered a show-stopping performance at Reggae Fest Massive, leaving fans in awe and solidifying his legacy as one of the genre’s most dynamic performers. The event, which drew thousands of reggae and […]

Kingston, Jamaica — The Reggae Boyz are gearing up for a highly anticipated international friendly against Cuba at the National Stadium, affectionately known as “The Office,” on September 6, 2024. This match, part of Jamaica’s ongoing preparation for the upcoming CONCACAF qualifiers, promises to be an electrifying encounter as both teams bring their unique flair […]

Toronto, ON – The 19th annual CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF) is set to host a special celebration for the 87th birthday of the Honourable Dr. Jean Augustine at the Harbourfront Centre Theatre, 231 Queens Quay West, on Saturday, September 7, 2024. The evening promises to be a night of honor, entertainment, and cultural pride, with […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Multi-platinum Billboard Dancehall superstar Busy Signal has joined forces with rising sensation Asabi and Jamaican producer Island Kidd to release a powerful new track titled “No Tainted Love.” The song, available now on all digital platforms, is already making waves in the music industry, with fans praising its heartfelt lyrics and soulful […]

Toronto, ON – The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) is set to celebrate the opening of its highly anticipated exhibition, The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century, with a special event on Friday, December 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The evening promises to be a vibrant fusion of music […]

TORONTO, Canada – In a bold initiative to understand and address the systemic barriers faced by racialized communities in Canada, the Black Opportunity Fund (BOF) has launched an ambitious research study titled “Assessing Social Capital.” This first-ever longitudinal survey aims to uncover how social networks contribute to career opportunities and success for racialized individuals, with […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Anthony Cruz left Marcus Garvey celebrations a winner with songs which inspires and motivates, not only blacks but everyone who attended IRIE FM Tribute to Marcus Garvey, Sunday, August 18, 2024. Reminiscing, Cruz who was forced to cruise under the covers of the heavy traffic, had a bird’s eye view of patrons […]

Toronto, ON – On Thursday, August 29, Toronto will come alive with the nostalgic sounds of R&B and soul as Juno Award-winning artist Sean Jones takes the stage at the Harbourfront Center Concert Stage. The event, titled “50 Years of R&B and Soul,” promises to be an unforgettable evening, celebrating half a century of music […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Renowned reggae artist Mackie Conscious was among the many attendees at IRIE FM’s annual tribute to National Hero Marcus Mosiah Garvey, which took place on Sunday, August 18, 2024, inside the Courtyard of IRIE FM and Coconut Sunday. This year’s tribute, themed “Social Justice and Civil Rights; we have a voice, make […]