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From the Bahamas... JAY SHEPHARD
Returns with Controversial New Visual “GUIDE ME”
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Since the 2019 release of his last hit “Let You Leave”, Jay Shephard has been hard at work, perfecting his sound. Today he returns with a controversial, yet insightful new visual, “Guide Me”. The stirring new music video delves into Jay Shephard’s near death experience which lead to a lifelong spiritual journey and picks up where previous releases like “No Surrender” and “One Time” left off, offering chill sounds matched with a message from the Nassau, Bahamas native. Enlightened lyrics mixed with Reggae’s vibrant voice and bright Arkitechz production put Jay Shephard’s talent on full display as he touches on various topics like war, world peace, and his need for The Most High’s protection through it all. A Karizmavisuals-directed visual as deep as the track complement Jay Shephard’s energy, leaving listeners intrigued by his humble spirit, and subsequently ready to delve more into his catalog of hits.
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LET IT BE FOR JUSTICE by CHYNA NICOLE
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Chyna Nicole nails it on the head with her very relevant original single “LET IT BE FOR JUSTICE!” A Reggae/R&B vibe! This is a track you can play in the clubs, at home or any event! It’s powerful message of non violence, while fighting for justice. LET IT BE FOR JUSTICE” releases Tuesday February 25 on the Jumpout Production label (in Reggae Month /Black History Month). It’s the 1st single off Chyna Nicole’s highly anticipated 3rd album (Reggae, R&B, Afrobeat & Dancehall) It’s already SONG OF THE WEEK selected by popular host John T of WAVS radio in Florida. And it’s off to a good start with international support in Jamaica, UK, Kenya, Uganda, Ghana, Florida, Atlanta & Canada. Produced by Gary Sutherland and Mark Clarke!
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THE ORIGINAL & LONGEST RUNNING GANJA FESTIVAL IN THE CARIBBEAN
17th Stepping High Festival
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MARCH 20-21 2020 #NEGRIL, #JAMAICA
EDUCATION ENTERTAINMENT EXHIBITION EXPERIENTIAL
Patrons attending this major Rastafari event will have a chance to see, learn and explore an extensive part of Jamaican culture. The Stepping High Festival features a high quality musical concert with top and upcoming reggae artists, live bands, sounds, DJ’s. and video sessions, in addition to the main highlight, is the "Healing of the Nation Herbs Exhibition.”
Adults have a choice of participating in the sampling and testing of herb entrees exhibited, while judging is conducted by VVIP Judges. Judging takes place in an exclusive area dubbed the Space Station. Judges assist in deciding the year's celebrity farmer and Jamaica’s top herb strain.
Attendees will learn of the event's unique organic development in parallel with the island's Rastafari culture; each year is a celebration of survival despite many obstacles.
Event presentations include: educational activities such as forums, panel discussions, expos and workshops. Patrons can shop at a tradeshow offered by community farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs, who display and sell various foods, crafts and arts. Other vendors will present specialty items, much of which are not available at regular stores. The overall event lends to a holistic mind, soul and body voyage; a holistic experience of One Love.
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This Friday in Paia, Hawaii
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Reggae Sumfest Tickets go on Sale 12:01 AM Wednesday Feb 26
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Hot News... Discounted flash sale tickets for Reggae Sumfest tickets go on sale a minute after midnight Tuesday night.....Wednesday feb 26 at 12:01 am Limited quantity of discounted flash discounted flash sale tickets, along with regular advance tickets for all events….
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Iconic Dancehall Event “Reggae Sunsplash” Gets November 2020 Date
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A definite date has been confirmed for the staging of Reggae Sunsplash, following its 14-year hiatus.
The iconic reggae festival, which was first staged in June 1978, will span three days, from November 6 to 8, at the Grizzly’s Plantation Cove in Priory, St. Ann. According to Irie FM, the lineup for the event has not yet been released. In its heydays, Reggae Sunsplash showcased roots reggae artistes, including Bob Marley, who performed at its second staging in 1979. The festival was revived in 2006 and held in St. Ann, after being aborted in 1998, but was again discontinued thereafter.
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Vote TODAY and Join Us In Jamaica 38th IRAWMA! Awards
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Buju Banton (11) & Koffee (9) top38th IRAWMA Awardsset for March 29th, Kingston, Jamaicawww.irawma.com #reggaerise
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Asaph Records and Taub Talent are pleased to announce the 1st releases from Denroy Morgan & the Musical Camp for 2020!
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PETITION FOR THE UNITED NATIONS TO DECLARE AN INTERNATIONAL DAY HONORING HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY, EMPEROR HAILE SELASSIE I
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Pacifica, CA - Reggae Dance Party at Longboard Margarita Bar in Pacifica on March 10 with Rebel Souljahz and Vana Liya and DJ Irie Dole
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PEACE LOVE & ALOHA TOUR 2020 featuring VANA LIYA
Longboard Margarita Bar presents Rebel Souljahz on their Peace, Love & Aloha Tour 2020 along with Vana Liya, and DJ Irie Dole (Jah Warrior Shelter HiFi) on Tuesday, March 10 at Longboard Margarita Bar in Pacifica, CA! This event is hosted by Elijah of The Musiq Box Show on Nice Up Radio.
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Jamaica Rum Festival - February 29- March 1, 2020 with Protoje, Spragga Benz, Capleton, Kymani Marley & more
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Multi Grammy Award Winning Morgan Heritage Launches the iJAM Music Festival “Where Impact Meets Music”!
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Orlando, Florida - Grammy Award-winning Morgan Heritage (Roy “Gramps” Morgan, Peter “Peetah” Morgan and Memmalatel “Mojo” Morgan) today announced the iJAM Music Festival – Where Impact Meets Music. The one-day festival features international music superstars performing a spectrum of genres including Reggae, Rock, R&B, Soca, Latin, and much more all while bringing awareness through music and maintaining a sound mind, body and soul. The iJAM Music Festival makes its debut at Orlando’s Tinker Field on Saturday, April 4. Tickets went on sale to the general public on Friday January 10th
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SUN SHADE RELEASES NEW SINGLE "CHANGE MUST COME" PRODUCED BY COMPUTER PAUL
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AVAILABLE NOW ON ALL DIGITAL SERVICES
FROM JEANNE MUSIC
DISTRIBUTED WORLDWIDE BY
TUFF GONG INTERNATIONAL
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A UN International Day to Honor the Coronation of the King of Kings!
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Sign the petition in support of making November 2, His and Her Imperial Majesties’ Coronation Day a United Nations International Day.
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BILLBOARD – REGGAE ALBUMS – The week of February 29, 2020
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New Single Out Now! from RasMoses featuring Lutan Fyah
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Yellow Hill and Rebel Sound Records are honored to announce the first release with roots reggae artist, RasMoses, titled " Warriyahz.
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Jo Mersa Marley Pens A Special Song for His Daughter Titled ‘Nothings Gonna Harm You’ Produced By Her Grandfather Stephen Marley
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Kingston, Jamaica. January 31st 2020. It's a family affair that transcends generations in a penned lyrical letter to a daughter, produced by her grandfather, ahead of a great grand-father's posthumous birthday celebrations; Jo Mersa Marley releases "Nothing's Gonna Harm You".
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Reggae Festival Guide/RBA Publishing & Publicity
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"Relative to the level of awareness that is possible for us, our ordinary state of consciousness is as far from a direct experience of reality as sleep is from waking consciousness."
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Don Richard Riso & Russ Hudson
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Jamaica Music Countdown February 28 - March 5, 2020
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On This Day in Reggae - February 27th
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1455: Gutenberg Bible printed on paper made from hemp.
----: Nakasu Akihito [Ska Flames; Percussions] is born.
2003: Deejay Scotty (Derrick Scott) dies from prostate cancer at the Lord's Place nursing home in Kingston. He was 52 years-old.
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Upcoming Reggae Festivals
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Read the 2019 Reggae Festival Guide magazine in its entirety page-by-page in Digital Format
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Wake The Town And Tell The People Festival Feb-29-2020, Groningen, Netherlands |
Reggae Dance Party at Longboard Margarita Bar with Rebel Souljahz and Vana Liya and DJ Irie Dole Mar-10-2020, Pacifica, California, USA |
Orlando Caribbean Festival Mar-14-2020, Orlando, Florida, USA |
Emerald City Fest Mar-15-2020, Saint Peter, Salem, Montserrat |
Stepping High Festival Mar-20-2020 - Mar-21-2020, negril, Jamaica |
Reggae Rise Up Music Festival Mar-20-2020 - Mar-22-2020, St. Petersburg, Florida, USA |
Viva Ska Vegas Mar-20-2020 - Mar-21-2020, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
Jamming Festival Mar-21-2020 - Mar-22-2020, Bogota, Colombia |
Jerry’s Tiki Bar Spring Break Reggae Festival Mar-21-2020, Ponce Inlet, Florida, USA |
International Dub Gathering Apr-02-2020 - Apr-04-2020, Tarragona, Spain |
iJAM Music Festival - Benefiting CLEAN THE WORLD Apr-04-2020, Orlando, Florida, USA |
One Drop Redemption-Tribute to Bob Marley Apr-10-2020, Riverside, California, USA |
CariDubai Apr-12-2020 - Apr-19-2020, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
Austin Reggae Festival Apr-17-2020 - Apr-19-2020, Austin, Texas, USA |
Reggae Rise Up-Vegas Apr-18-2020 - Apr-19-2020, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
Pennsylvania Cannabis Festival Apr-18-2020 - Apr-19-2020, Kutztown, Pennsylvania, USA |
Dispoem Apr-20-2020, Portland, Port Antonio, Jamaica |
Freedom Sounds Festival Apr-24-2020 - Apr-25-2020, Cologne, Germany, Germany |
The Barbados Reggae Festival 2020 Apr-24-2020 - Apr-28-2020, Bridgetown, Barbados |
Havana Reggae Festival 2020 Apr-25-2020 - Apr-26-2020, Havana, Florida, USA |
Tmrw Tday Festival-One Love Apr-28-2020 - May-03-2020, Negril, Jamaica |
Lovers & Friends Fest May-08-2020 - May-09-2020, Los Angeles, California, USA |
Beach Life Festival May-01-2020 - May-03-2020, Redondo Beach, California, USA |
Lost & Found Festival Apr-30-2020 - May-03-2020, Malta, Malta |
Fest Of Spring Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival May-10-2020, Frederick, Maryland, USA |
Joshua Tree Music Festival May-14-2020 - May-17-2020, Joshua Tree, California, USA |
Hangout Fest May-15-2020 - May-17-2020, Gulf Shores, Alabama, USA |
Baton Rouge Soul Food Festival, 3rd Annual May-16-2020 - May-17-2020, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA |
Kokopelli Embrace the World Festival May-16-2020 - May-17-2020, Gullegem, Belgium |
California Roots May-22-2020 - May-24-2020, Monterey, California, USA |
U know Festival May-22-2020 - May-25-2020, Conwy, United Kingdom |
Kentucky Reggae Festival May-23-2020 - May-24-2020, Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
Best of the Best Music Fest May-24-2020, Miami, Florida, USA |
Jamaican Jerk Festival May-30-2020, Gent, Belgium |
Summer Arts & Music Festival Jun-06-2020 - Jun-07-2020, Garberville, California, USA |
Positive Vibration - Festival of Reggae 2020 Jun-12-2020 - Jun-13-2020, Liverpool, United Kingdom |
Africa Oyé Jun-20-2020 - Jun-21-2020, United Kingdom |
Montenegro Sun Reggae Festival Jun-27-2020 - Jun-29-2020, Budva, Montenegro |
African Caribbean International Festival of Life Jul-03-2020 - Jul-05-2020, Chicago, Illinois, USA |
Summerjam Jul-03-2020 - Jun-05-2020, Cologne, Germany |
Soca Reggae Festival Winnipeg Jul-10-2020 - Jul-12-2020, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
Reggae Sumfest Jul-12-2020 - Jul-18-2020, Montego Bay, Jamaica |
Caribbean Festival Jul-18-2020, Battle Creek, Michigan, USA |
Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival, 15th Annual Jul-18-2020, Duluth, Minnesota, USA |
Northwest World Reggae Festival, 16th Jul-24-2020 - Jul-26-2020, Redland, Oregon, USA |
Caribbean Afr'am Festival Aug-01-2020, Killeen, Texas, USA |
Overjam International Reggae Festival Aug-20-2020 - Aug-23-2020, Tolmin, Slovenia |
SC Reggae Jerk & Wine Festival Aug-30-2020, Charleston, South Carolina, USA |
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Celebrating 25 years as reggae industry leaders
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The 25th anniversary issue of the annual Reggae Festival Guide magazine – 110 pages packed full of reggae news and lifestyle. Click or swipe on your devise and enjoy!
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— 110 PAGES OF REGGAE NEWS, LIFESTYLE AND FESTIVALS.
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This keepsake edition is 110 pages chock-full of entertaining and educational editorial about reggae lifestyle, legends and industry updates by reggae's top aficionados, plus new music releases and tour dates from artists, reggae-related book reviews, videos, and dozens of reggae festivals with full line-ups so that reggae fans can plan their summer.
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2020 marks the 26th year that Reggae Festival Guide has been the leading media company in the reggae industry.
Our parent company, RBA Publishing & Publicity, is based out of Humboldt County, CA. We produce the annual Reggae Festival Guide magazine, the top-ranking website: www.ReggaeFestivalGuide (32,000 unique monthly visitors), and this weekly reggae e-newsletter Reggae e-Guide (52,000 weekly subscribers). Please follow us on Socials for up-to-the-minute reggae news and music: We have 505,000 fans that follow us on Facebook (please join us there), 26K that follow us on Instagram, and another 8,000 that follow us on Twitter. We offer you many ways to help you get your fix of reggae music, history, lifestyle, current news, and of course, festivals, all year round. Our publishing company keeps growing and adding elements to bring you trusted coverage of reggae happenings from around the world. We love what we do and look forward to input from you with your suggestions, critiques, questions, etc. Also contact us to find out how you can promote your band/business/festival in this e-newsletter or on our website.
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We also offer Publicity & Graphic Services for bands and festivals: band bios and interview written, social media management, website consulting design and maintenance, EPKs created, graphics for advertising and social media branded videos, and more. Please contact us to find out how we can help you with your exciting projects. One Love from our reggae-loving family to you, Kaati, Joana, Goran, Irene, Heather and the rest of our Crew Information - both editorial and advertising - in the Reggae e-Guide - is believed to be correct but not guaranteed - so check it carefully before you attend any event or send money for anything. We do not write the news, just report it.
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