Toronto, Canada - “Territory,” a short film focused on the indigenous people of the Eastern Caribbean island of Dominica- the Kalinago, wins Best Short Documentary at the 18th annual Caribbean Tales Film Festival (CTFF) and is the first submission by Director Jael Joseph to the festival, taking place in Toronto September 6-22, 2023. “Territory” tied for the title with “Negra, Yo Soy Bella,” a film by Puerto Rico’s Vashi Korin.

New York, NY - Dancehall sensation Kranium, known for his infectious tunes and captivating performances, has teamed up with the talented Nigerian-American singer Rotimi in an exciting collaboration for the remix of his hit single, "Vibes Weekend." This remix promises to take the already popular track to new heights, blending Kranium's signature dancehall sound with Rotimi's distinctive Afrobeat vibes.

It was a surreal moment when Jamaican American businessman Garfield "Chin" Bourne, founder of Sound Chat Radio and Irish and Chin, descended upon the steps of New York City Hall on a steamy day in mid-August. On the special occasion, the Caribbean media and entertainment stalwart received a citation from New York City Mayor Eric Adams.

International recording artist Ras Slick's amazing festival season has culminated with a performance at "Jamaica Fest," presented by the Embassy of Jamaica in Washington, DC, and the release of his vibrant new single "Your Body."

The moment has finally arrived! GRAMMY® winning, multiple Billboard chart-topping artist, and international reggae icon Buju Banton unveils his anticipated new album, Born For Greatness, today via Gargamel Music/ Roc Nation Records / Def Jam Recordings.This rich body of work continues his legacy as one of reggae’s most influential, impactful, and inimitable figures. Among many highlights, the single “Body Touching Body” [feat. Victoria Monét] highlights his uncanny ability to seamlessly merge not only sounds and vibes, but cultures as well. Buju charismatically flows over a fluid beat anchored by steel drums and wah-drenched guitar, while Victoria heats up the song with a hypnotic R&B hook, “I wanna lie with you. Bonnie and Clyde with you, so I never have to miss you.”

For most of his career, roots singer Ras Kronik has done things on his own terms. There has never been a big budget when he does projects like The Energy, his third album, which was released on August 18.

Lauderhill, FL - Miami Carnival will hold its annual Panorama Steelband competition presented by Carib Beer on Friday, October 6, at Central Broward Park(3700 NW 11th Pl, Lauderhill, FL 33311), from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Miami Carnival's Panorama. This event is truly a staple event that has become a musical phenomenon that compliments the rich cultural diversity arts and culture landscape in South Florida. Produced by the Miami Broward One Carnival Host Committee (MBOHC), this annual quintessential Caribbean percussion music extravaganza in South Florida is both multicultural and international. The event, powered by Utopia Carnival Cruise & Festival, lends an undeniable cultural authenticity to South Florida's Caribbean vibe. Steelbands in competition include Lauderhill Steel Ensemble, Sticks' n Tones Steel Orchestra, Metro Steel Orchestra, New Generation Branches Steel Orchestra, Melo Groove Steel Orchestra, Elite Pan Stars Academy, and Junior St Thomas Steel Orchestra. The Antigua & Barbuda Ministry of Education, Sports, and The Creative Industries will sponsor a special performance by Hells Gate Steel Orchestra. Tickets can be purchased at: https://miamicarnival.org/.

MIRAMAR, FL - The City of Miramar invites music enthusiasts to the highly-anticipated Miramar Latin Music Festival, hosted by Commissioner Yvette Colbourne, on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater located at 16801 Miramar Parkway.

It has been all smiles for music stalwart Shinehead this summer, as he was honored this month by The Los Angeles Reggae Community. The music giant was befittingly bestowed with the group’s "Spotlight" award for his unyielding contributions to Reggae, Dancehall, Hip Hop and R&B and paving the way for entertainers around the world to thrive in mainstream and international music spaces.

Miami, FL - September 13, 2023 - Socavivor, the premier carnival party brand, is set to take the Miami by storm during the upcoming Columbus weekend. From October 5th to October 9th, partygoers will experience an unforgettable weekend of non-stop excitement with five sensational events in five epic days.

Singer/songwriter Hopeton Lindo lives by the saying, ‘Teamwork makes the dream work’. Whenever he enters a recording booth, he is determined to do justice to that motto.

444, the 10th album from singjay Honorebel, drops September 8. It contains the hit single, On Top of The World, as well as collaborations with high-profile rappers Snoop Dogg and Tory Lanez.