NEW YORK, NY – On March 12th, veteran entertainer Brigadier Jerry becomes the second recipient of Irish and Chin’s much-coveted ‘Crownin’. The prestigious conferment is bestowed on Reggae/Dancehall and Sound System icons, whose musical originality create indelible cultural shifts in the industry.

Minister of Culture, Hon. Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange, speaking on the passing of Denroy Morgan, one of the artists that made reggae internationally famous, said: “It is sad to receive this news just as we have closed a successful Reggae Month. Denroy Morgan was unique. We will never see anyone like him again, whether in Reggae music or in Jamaican life, but I give thanks that his musical legacy will live on in his children. I send my condolences, love and respect to the Morgan Heritage family. To Denroy, my brother, sleep in Peace in Zion.”

MIAMI, FL – The South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center (SMDCAC) hosts Pilobolus: The Big Five-OH! on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 8 p.m. A dynamic presentation celebrating signature Pilobolus works from vintage classics to their Emmy Award-winning work Shadowland, this 50th-anniversary show turns Pilobolus traditions sideways, and brings its past into the future.

NEW YORK, NY -  The year was 1972 when Jamaica’s international musician, Monty Alexander, made his debut to rave reviews at the then 7-year-old Blues Alley jazz club in Washington, D.C. Next week, he returns for his 50th annual performance to mark his five-decade sojourn at the now famous club and a D.C. institution.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - One of Jamaica’s highways is to be named in honor of renowned singer and actor of Jamaican parentage as well as civil rights activist, Harry Belafonte. So says Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness in a message to mark Belafonte’s 95th birthday anniversary on March 1.

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS – The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced that the 70th edition of Carnival Virgin Islands on St. Thomas will be held from April 27 to May 1, 2022.

New York, NY -  Govanna’s follows up his string of hit singles with a new song titled "I Am". This new track is a poignant message to downtrodden people in this dark time. Govanna is providing exactly what is needed with the looming crisis war, whilst we are in a global pandemic; words of inspiration and hope. The chorus of this new single is ripe with positive affirmations that tend to be harder to believe than we think. This new track by Govanna has turned these affirmations into a mantra, reinforcing them through repetition. Originally produced by Dunwell, who is known for a slew of hits in dancehall, "I Am" is also hopeful in it’s rhythm, drum patterns, and chord key arrangement.

New York, New York – Multi-Award-winning Dancehall star, Sean Paul, announce 2022 U.S. Scorcha tour dates that will include features from his 8th studio album set to release later in the year entitled “Scorcha”. Returning to the stage following two years since touring due to the pandemic, Paul is eager and excited to reconnect with his fans live and in person. 

ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada – The Grenada government says it will allow for a blended approach of in-person participation and virtual involvement as it announced the resumption of Carnival activities that had been suspended over the past two years due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

MIAMI, FL – The South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center (SMDCAC) hosts Sheléa: Natural Woman – A Night of Soul, spotlighting the dazzling artistic prowess of this powerhouse vocalist and protégé of Quincy Jones, on Friday, March 18, 2022, at 8 p.m.

Miramar, FL- “Di Clash – Rumble in Miramar” brought true dancehall flavor to Shirley Branca Park as Tek 9 Sound narrowly defeated KyTek Sound to walk away with the winner takes all prize of two thousand dollars. Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis made the presentation and thanked the participating sounds as well as the cheering audience for their support.  

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The issues facing the Jamaican music industry will be discussed during a one-day symposium that the organizers said will center on the recovery of the industry as a result of the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and how it can be strengthened as an integral contributor to the economy.