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Volume 23/Issue 34
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Toronto, Canada - Stephen Marley's - KAYA FEST - Saturday, August 22 - This Weekend
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 This Saturday, August 22 Toronto, Canada
KAYA FEST
Damian, Stephen, Ky-Mani, Julian, many more
Stephen Marley's KAYA FEST Debuts in TORONTO This Weekend!!Featuring The Marley Family, Shabba Ranks, Busta Rhymes & Many More! Saturday, August 22 Markham Fairgrounds Kaya Fest MARLEYStephen ★ Damian ★ Ky-Mani ★ Julian Shabba Ranks★ Busta Rhymes ★ Lila Iké ★ Jesse Royal Marley 3rd GenerationYG • Yohan • DJ Shacia PäyneMystic • Hymn • Zion • King Cruff
Also Featuring Nina Sky • Jully Black • Kirk Diamond • Exco LeviTobi • Rory of Stone Love • KC Clarke • Jazzy T of Renaissance Sound• DJ Mad Out • Spexdaboss (co-host)
Canada's biggest celebrations of reggae, dancehall, hip-hop,
and Caribbean culture taking place on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Markham Fairgrounds.
Purchase Tickets and VIP passes HERE
Kaya Fest is a global music and awareness festival founded by Stephen Marley—9x Grammy Award winner, singer, songwriter, producer, and son of the legendary Bob Marley. Kaya Fest has built a reputation as one of the more culturally grounded reggae festivals on the circuit, blending live music with a broader celebration of cannabis culture and Rastafarian roots. The city has one of the most passionate Caribbean diaspora audiences in North America, and they don’t take live reggae lightly ~ expectations will be high walking into this one.
www.kaya-fest.com
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August 21 - Hezron to Perform at Jamaica Day New Delhi
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 Hezron to Perform at Jamaica Day New Delhi New Delhi, India
Friday, August 21, 2026
Internationally Acclaimed Reggae Artist HEZRON
Will Be Performing Live for JAMAICA DAY 2026.
Presented by his Excellency Ambassador Jason Hall at The Jamaica High Commission in New Delhi.
The event will be celebrating Jamaican Emancipation & Independence and 64 Years of Diplomatic Relations with the Republic Of India
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Tonight in San Diego - Reggae & dub artist JAH9 - Thursday August 20
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Coming straight off Reggae on the River...Get ready for an international Jamaican reggae sensation JAH9 bringing her powerful energy!
Blending deep, heavy roots-dub sonics with smooth jazz phrasing and profound lyrical storytelling, from her legendary anthems like "New Name" and "Avocado" to the soul-stirring reflections of “Note to Self” and her brilliant new “Open Heart Project”.
High-vibrational, conscious musical movement that will move your body and elevate your spirit.
Grab your ticket now and witness one of contemporary reggae’s most compelling, powerhouse voices live in session!
Thursday, August 20, 2026 -
The Harp in San Diego
Opening: Kat Hall
4935 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107
Doors: 8:00 PM/Showtime: 9:00 PM
21+ Tickets start at $40 TICKETS
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KY-MANI MARLEY TURNS LIFE’S HARD-LEARNED LESSONS INTO NEW ANTHEM ON “A LITTLE BIT (I’M OKAY)” AHEAD OF HIS UPCOMING AUGUST 28th ALBUM LOVE & ENERGY
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 KY-MANI MARLEY TURNS LIFE’S HARD-LEARNED LESSONS INTO NEW ANTHEM ON “A LITTLE BIT (I’M OKAY)” AHEAD OF HIS UPCOMING AUGUST 28th ALBUM LOVE & ENERGY
FIRST ALBUM IN TEN YEARS FEATURES SIZZLA, GYPTIAN, ANTHONY B, AGENT SASCO (ASSASSIN), ANDREW TOSH, BUGLE, IBA MAHR, LUTAN FYAH
STREAM "A LITTLE BIT (I'M OKAY)" HERE
WATCH "A LITTLE BIT (I'M OKAY)" LIVE VIDEO HERE
DOWNLOAD "A LITTLE BIT (I'M OKAY)" HERE
PRE-SAVE LOVE & ENERGY HERE
Ky-Mani Marley returns with “A Little Bit (I’m Okay),” the fourth and final single ahead of his highly anticipated new album, Love and Energy, which is slated for an August 28 release, and available to pre-save now on all digital platforms via his Konfrontation Muzik label in partnership with New York-based DubShot Records.
Written by Ky-Mani Marley, daughter Imani Marley, and longtime collaborator Shaquel Leon, “A Little Bit (I’m Okay)” turns a deeply personal chapter in Marley’s life into an honest reflection on mistakes, uncertainty, resilience and ultimately, acceptance. Rather than pretending everything is perfect, Ky-Mani lands somewhere more real: life can take you down roads you never expected, force you to question yourself and leave you carrying lessons you never asked for — and you can still come through it able to say, I’m okay.
“A Little Bit (I’m Okay)” became a crowd favorite during the European leg of Ky-Mani’s recent Love and Energy summer tour. A live video for the song, which premiered on his YouTube channel, captures an intimate performance filmed at the Toulouse Rio Loco Festival in France this past June, alongside behind-the-scenes footage from the road.
Built around a classic one-drop reggae rhythm and the distinctive cry of pedal steel guitar from musician Tal Morris, the track was produced by Ky-Mani Marley, Anthony Smith, and Llamar “Riff Raff” Brown. Ky-Mani opens the song with a vulnerable look at the roads that shaped him:“I’ve been walking roads with no clear signs, trying to read between the wrong and the right lines. I took some turns I didn’t plan, just trying to figure out who I am– made some mistakes I can’t erase, but that’s alright.”
For Marley, the message is not about having life completely figured out. It is about making peace with the journey."'A Little Bit (I’m Okay)' came from a real place in my life," shared Ky-Mani. "I was going through some things, questioning things, looking at choices I made and roads I had taken. Sometimes life doesn’t go the way you planned, and you don’t always have all the answers. But you learn, you grow and you keep moving. For me, being able to say ‘I’m okay’ doesn’t mean everything is perfect — it means I’ve made peace with where I’ve been and I’m grateful for where I am. That feeling runs through Love and Energy. This album is probably one of the most honest reflections of where I am today,”
That sentiment sits at the heart of Love and Energy, a 14-song collection accompanied by two spoken-word reflections, marking Ky-Mani’s first solo studio album in more than a decade. Throughout the project, Marley explores the experiences, relationships, struggles and growth that have shaped both the artist and the man he is today, while staying rooted in the reggae foundation that has defined his musical journey.
Ky-Mani’s next tour stop is Toronto on August 22 for a special performance at the Marley family’s signature Kaya Fest, where he will join brothers Stephen, Julian and Damian Marley on a star-studded bill also featuring Busta Rhymes, Shabba Ranks, and Lila Iké.
For all media requests, please contact: Spoonfed Entertainment
Brian Greenspoon - Email: spoonfed.entertainment@gmail.com - Tel: 917-679-4845
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Sgt. Remo Reaches New Heights with ELVTD (Elevated) — His Most Complete Album to Date
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 SAN ANTONIO, Texas — August 2026 — After years of building bridges between reggae communities across Texas, Latin America, and Jamaica, international reggae artist Sgt. Remo enters a new chapter with ELVTD (Elevated), his seventh studio album.
Listen On Your Favorite Platform
More than an album title, ELVTD represents the artistic growth behind the project. Crafted as Sgt. Remo's most focused and intentional release to date, the 13-track album blends roots reggae, classic dancehall, and soulful reggae into a carefully sequenced listening experience that reflects both his musical evolution and his expanding international collaborations.
Released through King Remo Music, ELVTD brings together artists and producers from Jamaica, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and the United States, continuing Sgt. Remo's mission of connecting reggae communities across borders while staying rooted in authentic Jamaican music.
"This is a special album for me. It's my seventh album and the most complete body of work up to now. I've released a lot of music through the years, but this one is different. I'm here. I've arrived. My flag is planted firmly. I'm not going anywhere. I am reggae music. From Texas, to the whole world."
The album features an international lineup of guest artists including Jamaican reggae veterans Chezidek, Ranking Joe, and General Smiley; Junior Dread from Brazil; UK reggae great Gappy Ranks; Dre Z Melodi of New Mexico; Chilean artist Oskart; and Kroywen.
Production is equally international. Much of the album was produced by Kutral Dub (Chile), alongside contributions from True Move International (Colombia), Wadadah II (United States), GY2MX (United States), and Nasasoid (Colombia), creating a rich sound that honors classic reggae traditions while embracing modern production.
Track Listing
Reggae Music a Play (feat. Chezidek); Keep It Steady; Nunca Pares (feat. Junior Dread); So Civilized (feat. Kroywen); Hard Working People (feat. Gappy Ranks); Vibes So Nice (Album Mix); Love Is the Highest Power (feat. Dre Z Melodi); Sista Ganja; I Like It (feat. Ranking Joe); Irie Feeling (feat. General Smiley)
Federales (feat. Oskart); That Day; Hold Your Hand
ELVTD was conceived as a complete listening experience. The album begins with conscious roots reggae before transitioning into a vibrant run of classic dancehall and rub-a-dub. It concludes with two heartfelt love songs, creating a musical journey that rewards listeners who experience the record from beginning to end.
The release arrives after one of the most productive periods of Sgt. Remo's career. Over the past two years, he has expanded his international presence through collaborations with artists and producers across the Americas and Europe, performed throughout Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Jamaica, and the United States, released multiple acclaimed projects, recorded new music in Kingston, Jamaica, produced the documentary short Texas Rockers, and continued growing King Remo Music into a platform that connects reggae artists from around the world. ELVTD stands as the culmination of that momentum.
While proudly representing San Antonio, Texas, Sgt. Remo continues to build a career that extends far beyond his hometown. Through music, collaboration, and cultural exchange, he has become one of the leading independent artists connecting the Texas reggae scene with the global reggae movement.
ELVTD (Elevated) is available worldwide on all major digital streaming platforms.
Media Contact
King Remo Music
Email: sgt.remo@gmail.com
Website: www.sgtremo.com
Instagram • Facebook • YouTube: @SgtRemo
All Links: Linktree
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Oakland, CA - Reggae On Fire: Donny Rasta & JAHBUDDA! w/ Native Elements August 22
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 Reggae On Fire: Donny Rasta & JAHBUDDA! with Native Elements - Saturday, August 22
Get ready for Live Reggae Music at Oakland's largest cannabis lounge w/Donny Rasta & JAHBUDDA l Native Elements bringing the Jammin Beats!
Reggae Town Music presents Reggae On Fire, a Cannabis-friendly live reggae experience featuring two generations of Bay Area reggae talent:Donny Rasta & JAHBUDDA!
Bay Area reggae veteran Donny Rasta brings more than 30 years of experience in the Roots & Culture reggae scene. Known for powerful vocals, conscious lyrics, energetic performances, and a message rooted in unity, love, and cultural awareness, Donny Rasta will take the stage with his full band, JAHBUDDA!
Expect a powerful live set filled with authentic roots reggae, uplifting messages, deep rhythms, and the unmistakable energy of a seasoned Bay Area performer.
Joining the show is San Francisco reggae powerhouse Native Elements. The band has kept the Bay Area’s energetic, feel-good reggae tradition alive for more than three decades, blending reggae with influences from rock, jazz, R&B, hip-hop, lovers rock, and soul. Their horn-driven sound, instrumental improvisation, and uplifting stage presence have made them longtime favorites throughout Northern California.
Donny Rasta & JAHBUDDA! and Native Elements will deliver an unforgettable night celebrating Bay Area reggae, community, culture, and positive vibrations.
The Perfect Oakland Setting
The concert takes place at ROOT’D in the 510, an equity-owned Oakland herb business located at 4444 Telegraph Avenue in the heart of the Temescal neighborhood. ROOT’D was created to serve the local community and offer a welcoming Oakland cannabis experience.
Come ready to enjoy live music, powerful reggae rhythms, community, and cannabis-friendly vibes in one of Oakland’s most distinctive settings.
Doors open: 7:00 PM
Location:
ROOT’D in the 510
Address: 4444 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609
21+
TICKETS
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San Diego, CA - Saturday, August 22, 2026 - Marcus Garvey Day featuring Dezarie
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 Saturday, August 22, 2026
Marcus Garvey Day featuring Dezarie - 8pm - 11pm PDT - $25 Adv
Sunday, August 23, 2026 - Passport to Wellness
11:00 am - 6:00 pm - Donation
WorldBeat Cultural Center, San Diego, CA - ALL AGES
Dezarie Performing at World Beat Center in San Diego on August 22 in Celebration of Marcus Garvey
~Passport to Wellness Day with Dezarie on the Following Sunday~
Dezarie Performing at World Beat Center in San Diego on August 22 in Celebration of Marcus Garvey.
Marcus Garvey, a visionary Pan-African leader, educator, and champion of Black self-determination, will be celebrated during an unforgettable evening of conscious roots reggae at WorldBeat Cultural Center.
This year’s celebration features internationally acclaimed reggae artist Dezarie, whose powerful voice and uplifting lyrics have inspired audiences around the world for more than two decades. Hailing from St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Dezarie is celebrated for her spiritually grounded music, messages of justice, African consciousness, self-love, and cultural pride. With beloved songs such as Gracious Mama Africa, Love in Your Meditation, and Strengthen Your Mind, she has become one of the most respected female voices in modern roots reggae.
WorldBeat Cultural Center is located 2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA. It is an all-ages venue. Tickets are $25.00 in advance (plus fees) at https://events.humanitix.com/dezarie-marcus-garvey-day. Tickets are $5 more at the door.
On Sunday, August 23, 2026, Dezarie will be conducting sound healing at Passport to Wellness Day from 11am to 6pm. Many workshops, consultations, and demonstrations will be available, including mindful movement classes, incense making, sacred fire and crystal hologram activation workshop and more. Donation.
Founded in 1984 as WorldBeat Productions by Executive Director, Makeda Dread in San Diego, CA. WorldBeat Cultural Center serves the community as a non-profit community center, performing arts center for classes and showcasing, museum, gift shop, cafe and outdoor classroom. Join us for a daily dance or percussion class, an annual event, lecture or book the venue for your own event!
For more information and tickets visit, https://www.worldbeatcenter.org/.
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Lima, Ohio - Third annual reggae fest returns to Lima August 22
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 The third annual Love Conquers All Reggae Fest is returning at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22 at the Greater Lima Region Park and Amphitheater, 128 E. Spring St., Lima.
The family-friendly festival will bring live reggae music, food, vendors and community to downtown Lima. This year's featured performers include Columbus groups The Ark Band and The Flex Crew, opening artist Rising Roots and Lima's own Stedic Music.
Gates will open at 1 p.m., and music will begin at 3 p.m. Tickets are $12 and available at the gate as well as in advance at loveconquersallfest.com.
Interested participants can also visit the website for sponsorship opportunities, vendor information and additional festival details.
Reggae fest in northwest Ohio bringing high-energy performances, authentic reggae rhythms to our community. Food and vendors available.
Tickets are $12 through our website at loveconquersallfest.com.
3rd Annual Love Conquers All Reggae Fest, taking place on Saturday, August 22nd at the beautiful Pangle Pavilion Amphitheatre in downtown Lima, Ohio. After the overwhelming success of our inaugural event, we’re excited to return with an even bigger celebration of unity, culture, and positive vibes. T his year’s lineup includes Stedic Music, The Ark Band, and Flex Crew—bringing high-energy performances and authentic reggae rhythms to our community. There will be food and vendors in the pavilion ready to serve you.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
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Arcata, CA - CANNIFEST 2026 - September 12 & 13 - The Humboldt Weekend Where Music, Culture, and Community Collide - Melvin Seals & JGB, Sister Carol, Brett McFarland, more...
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 Some festivals chase trends. Others create moments that linger long after the final encore. Cannifest 2026 belongs firmly in the second category. On September 12 and 13, the historic Arcata Ballpark will transform into the beating heart of Humboldt County, where four stages of music, local art, independent makers, and one of California's most distinctive communities come together for a weekend that feels equal parts concert, street fair, and cultural homecoming.
Forget endless asphalt parking lots and corporate branding stretched across every fence. Cannifest is rooted in place. The towering redwoods are just down the road.The Pacific Ocean isn't far beyond them.And everywhere you look, Humboldt's fiercely independent spirit shapes the experience—from the musicians taking the stage to the artists hanging their work and the farmers sharing the harvest that has defined this region for generations.
This all-ages event really centers on creating a safe space for multiple generations to relax and enjoy—or get involved in the many activations in the Family Interactive Zone (FIZ). Face painters, Tie dye workshops, Hula Hoop making activities,Art Projects and so much more! The music, naturally, is the centerpiece With top-tier production stages running throughout the weekend, Cannifest creates the kind of musical journey that rewards curiosity. One minute you're caught in front of a powerhouse headlining set.
The next you're discovering a local band that somehow hasn't exploded beyond Northern California yet. Instead of funneling everyone toward one moment, Cannifest invites festival-goers to build their own soundtrack. It's a reminder of what music festivals used to feel like before algorithms started deciding what everyone should hear. Then there's Arcata.
In an era when many festivals require shuttle schedules, rideshare apps, and strategic parking plans, Arcata offers something refreshingly simple: you can walk almost everywhere. The city is compact, vibrant, and built for wandering.Downtown radiates and the fest is just half a block away from the historic Arcata Plaza, where independent cafés, record stores, bookstores, breweries, vintage shops, and locally owned restaurants create an atmosphere that's more neighborhood than tourist destination. That walkability changes everything. Wake up, grab breakfast at a local café, browse a record store, stroll through the Plaza, and make your way to the festival without ever climbing behind the wheel. After the last encore, the night doesn't abruptly end in a sea of traffic.
Instead, it spills naturally back into town, where conversations continue over walks to the afterparty. It's the kind of festival experience that's becoming increasingly rare.Cannifest also refuses to separate music from the community that surrounds it. Makers, artists, educators, farmers, and local businesses are woven into the weekend rather than pushed to the sidelines. The result feels less like a touring event dropped into a city and more like Humboldt opening its front door and inviting everyone inside. That authenticity is impossible to manufacture. For decades,Humboldt County has occupied a mythical place in California's cultural imagination—a landscape of ancient redwoods, rugged coastline, sustainable farms, creative independence, and people determinedto do things their own way.
Cannifest channels that same energy. It's ambitious without feeling overproduced, expansive, without losing its local soul. Guests from all around the world are set to fly into the ACV airport, or climb the Cali coast in tour buses to share their knowledge, create content, taste the delicious local food and beverages and cultivate a true sense of human connection. As festival culture continues to evolve, events like Cannifest remind us why people gather around live music in the first place.
It's not just about the lineup. It's about the conversations between sets.The unexpected discoveries.The places you explore.The strangers who become friends by the end of the night. Cannifest 2026 promises all of that—and something even harder to find:a genuine sense of place. For one weekend in September, Arcata won't simply host a music festival. It will become one. Leading the charge is Melvin Seals & JGB, bringing the enduring spirit of the Jerry Garcia Band to Humboldt with the soulful Hammond grooves and improvisational fire that have made Seals a jam-scene legend. Joining them is Sister Carol, the Grammy-nominated reggae icon whose commanding voice and conscious lyrics have made her one of the genre's most respected performers.
Tickets available at cannifest.com along with other details including how to get involved. Follow @cannifest for other exciting news and sponsor spotlights!
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REMO FEST '26 - Blanco, Texas - Saturday, September 19, 2026
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 REMO FEST '26 - Blanco, Texas - Camping • Reggae • Good Vibes - Saturday, September 19, 2026
Get ready for Texas' biggest grassroots reggae and soundsystem gathering!
Remo Fest '26 returns to the beautiful Hill Country Caribbean Vybez in Blanco, Texas
A full day of live reggae, dancehall, roots music, DJs, and sound system culture with artists from across Texas, Jamaica, Belize, and beyond!
SKILLINJAH, SGT. REMO, RAS INDIO, MICAH SHALOM, SOULFIYA, many more!
Camping
Make it a full weekend experience with on-site camping under the Texas Hill Country stars. Enjoy Caribbean food, cold drinks, local vendors, positive vibes, and a welcoming community of music lovers from Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and beyond.
Tickets
Tickets and campsites are limited. Secure yours early and be part of the movement as Texas reggae comes together for one unforgettable celebration of music, culture, and community.
Get Tickets HERE
About Remo Fest
Remo Fest is Texas' grassroots reggae and sound system festival, built by the community and for the community. Now entering its 5th year and its 3rd year.
Click here to read more
~Where Texas Reggae Connects~
Get tickets and reserve your campsite now at www.sgtremo.com
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Las Vegas, NV - Protoje - Saturday September 12, 2026 - Free show
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 Vegas, SATURDAY 09/12/26
it’s the return of the mighty @protoje performing LIVE DTLV Fremont St Experience for a FREE FREE FREE SHOW!!!
9PM
3RD Street Stage w/DIRTY DESERT SOUND DJ’s @kpdeej + DJ Kyle providing support
DO NOT MISS REGGAE on Fremont Street 🔥
This free concert is a part of the Downtown Rocks Summer Concert Series at Fremont Street Experience. Watch top artists across rock and country music for free this summer and through October 10, 2026.
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Berkeley, CA - THE GREEN also Johnny Suite UC Theatre - October 4, 2026
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 The Green also Johnny Suite - The UC Theatre - October 4, 2026
Doors: 7:00 pm - Start: 8:00 pm
All Ages
BUY TICKETS $32.50 + FEES HERE
For over 15 years, The Green has been a cornerstone of the reggae music scene, seamlessly blending island roots with global appeal. Based in Hawaii, the band has become one of the most beloved and influential acts to emerge from the islands, pioneering U.S. mainland tours and sharing stages with reggae legends like Rebelution, Iration, SOJA, and Jamaica’s own Damian Marley. Their widespread acclaim caught the attention of Grammy-winning superstar Bruno Mars, who invited them to open for his sold-out shows at Honolulu’s Blaisdell Arena in 2014 and Hawaii’s iconic Aloha Stadium in 2018.
With themes of family, resilience, and unity woven into their music, The Green has cultivated a devoted global fanbase. Classics like "All I Need," "Love I," and "Wake Up" continue to resonate with long-time listeners, while collaborations with artists such as J Boog on tracks like "Feelings," "Never Give Up," and "Fire up Di Roses" draw in new audiences. Their recent single,Day by Day, featuring fellow Hawaii artist Kolohe Kai, celebrates the Aloha spirit and furthers their mission of spreading positivity.
https://www.theuctheatre.org/shows/the-green-04-oct
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Featured Video — "Mr. Loverman" - Shabba Ranks
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CLICK IMAGE TO ENJOY VIDEO - Catch Shabba Ranks this weekend in Toronto, Canada
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In Jah's Name We Pray - Sending Prayers to Those Who are being affected by extreme weather conditions, fires floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes.
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Sending Prayers to all of our Sisters & Brothers
who are suffering from the extreme heat, fires, floods and tornadoes.
Please know you are in our hearts!
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Richie B's Jamaican Reggae Airplay Charts
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Jamaica Music Countdown
By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
JMC Charts - August 14 - 20, 2026
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TOP 25 Dancehall Singles,TOP 25 Reggae Singles, and TOP 10 Albums/CD Chart
JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN
By Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess
August 14 - 20, 2026
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Ital Statistics This week in Reggae and Nubian, Rasta, herb and related history
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| 1960: |
Senegal gains independence from France. |
| August 21 |
| 1935: |
Lord Creator is born Kentrick Patrick in Trinidad. |
| 1943: |
Lloyd 'Judge' Ferguson [Mighty Diamonds] is born. |
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The discovery of 2-AG, a brain chemical mimics marijuana, is reported.
Daniele Piomelli, a neuroscientist at the Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) in San Diego, USA, reports the discovery of a natural molecule in the brain that functions similarly to the active ingredient in marijuana, known as 2-AG, in this day (Aug. 21)'s issue of the journal Nature. The substance, 2-arachidonylglycerol, mimics one of marijuana's more notable effects by blocking the formation of short-term memory.
The first cannabis-like substance to be discovered, anandamide, was found in 1992.
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I Jah Bones (Ronald St. John Thomas) is born. |
| 1973: |
Beenie Man (Moses Davis) is born in Waterhouse district of Kingston, Jamaica. |
| 2006: |
Beenie Man and D'Angel get married. |
| 2021: |
Brian Travers [UB40; saxophone] passes away at his home in Moseley surronded by his family. Age 62. |
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