It is a fearsome challenge, but it is one Precision Productions relishes at the start of every Carnival season. The combination of high expectations from eager fans along with each team member’s drive to surpass the work of the previous year casts the fertile groundwork needed to annually invigorate Soca lovers with a complete musical Shake Down! This newly released riddim is a sincere reflection of that sentiment as Precision’s characteristic enthusiasm and love of vocation swell within every note from the feisty baseline to the sparkling chords, demanding vigorous
Read More The Recording Academy®’s GRAMMY Recordings® and Republic Records have teamed to release the 2016 GRAMMY® Nominees album, available in stores and via digital retailers Jan. 22, 2016. The 22nd installment of the best-selling series features an array of hit songs across multiple genres by this year’s GRAMMY-nominated artists. A portion of album proceeds support the year-round work of the GRAMMY Foundation® and MusiCares Foundation,® — The Recording Academy’s charitable organizations focused on music education and critical assistance for music people in need. Beginning Dec. 6, the night before GRAMMY nominations
Read More The stage for the 16th Latin GRAMMY AwardsTM will feature and international presenter lineup and talented musicians, including memorable collaborations. Presenters for the 16th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards — which include current Latin GRAMMY® nominees, previous winners and celebrities from film, radio and TV — are: Mexican actor Diego Boneta; Latin GRAMMY winner Miguel BosĂ©; current nominees RenĂ© Camacho, Pedro CapĂł and AĂda Cuevas; singer Leslie Grace; Latin GRAMMY-winning Mexican pop duo Jesse & Joy; current nominees Kaay; singer and current nominee VĂctor Manuelle; Academy Award®, Emmy®, Tony, and GRAMMY
Read More Greensleeves, in conjunction with One Love Books, is proud to present Clarks in Jamaica, the album tie-in with Al Fingers’ critically acclaimed book of the same name which chronicles the celebrated status of Clarks shoes in Jamaica. The compilation, to be released on October 16th, 2015 on CD, vinyl and digital download, will showcase classics from the golden age of dancehall music that celebrates Jamaica’s love affair with the iconic English footwear brand. Al, who compiled the album, says “Growing up in England I’ve always been fascinated by the Jamaican
Read More Zulu Tribe Riddim With the Rhythmic drums, bass and chants we invoke the musical spirits of Africa. We present the Zulu Tribe Riddim. This riddim was built to give love, peace and invoke the rhythm spirit in the souls of Soca lovers. Inspired by the chanting musical Tribes of Africa. It comes from a place of happiness and good vibes. So sit back, listen and enjoy as we carry you on a musical safari where the only enchantment is the sounds of sweet soca music. On this safari you can
Read More Following the announcement of its first wave of programming unveiled last month, confirming the participation of Maxi Priest, Sanchez, Marcia Griffiths and Percy Sledge, the Montreal International Reggae Festival is proud to confirm the participation of three other major stars of Jamaican music: Sean Paul, I-Octane and Demarco. Collin “Demarco” Edwards embodies a new era of avant-garde artists combining songwriting, music production, recording and live performance. Over the past five years Demarco has delivered a solid string of memorable hits, such as Duppy Know Ah Who Frighten, Fallen Soldiers, True
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