Boomshots

Category: Event Review

  • Riddim Salut Jamaica’s Bob Marley Tribute featuring Yaadcore and Fiyah Yout

    Riddim Salut Jamaica’s Bob Marley Tribute featuring Yaadcore and Fiyah Yout

    First Riddim Salut Jamaica in New York

    On Sunday, February 10, deejays, clothing designers, artists, media personalities and dancers headed over to Lover’s Rock New York, for the highly anticipated, Riddim Salut Jamaica. Despite the threats of a snowstorm, the crowd was eager to experience this new event in the New York City area, which simultaneously honored the King of Reggae Bob Marley. Unlike other tributes, the focus was sound system culture.  The featured deejays, Yaadcore and Fiyah Yout (of Fifty Kaliba Sound) selected tracks from Bob Marley and the best of the best in reggae and dancehall music. More After The Jump…

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  • New Kingston and Friends Bob Marley Tribute

    New Kingston and Friends Bob Marley Tribute

    New Kingston and Friends Pay Tribute to Bob Marley at SOB’s

    On February 6, New York City music fans received a special treat. Before embarking on a “Rock 2 Roots Tour,” New Kingston headlined a Bob Marley Tribute Concert at SOBs. The band that independently released their debut album “In The Streets,” in 2011, now headlines at this legendary venue recurrently, and was filled with excitement for this special tribute. New Kingston released their sophomore album “Kingston University” with Ineffable Records in 2013. Their consecutive albums, “Kingston City” and “A Kingston Story: Come From Far,” were released by the record label, the group is currently signed to, Easy Star Records. Michael Goldwasser, Director of A&R at Easy Star Records and staff were in the building to show their full support, for one of New York’s most beloved family band. More After The Jump…

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  • Kush Wednesdays 7th Anniversary and Bob Marley Tribute

    Kush Wednesdays 7th Anniversary and Bob Marley Tribute

    An Organic Cultural Event Deep in the Heart of Brooklyn

    Reggae fans flocked to the Caribbean American Entertainment Center in Brooklyn, New York to honor the “King of Reggae, ” Bob Marley. Simultaneously, Abajonai Kushites, Reggae Artist and Founder of “Kush Wednesdays,” celebrated 7 years of the weekly open mic for reggae, roots, and culture. More After The Jump…

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  • Blacka Di Danca Celebrates Earthstrong at Negril Village

    Blacka Di Danca Celebrates Earthstrong at Negril Village

    It’s Just Dancing Party Presents A Fun-Filled Earthstrong Celebration for New York Top Tier Choreographer

    Most great events encompass various aspects that lead to the gestalt of the overall experience.  Events that merge disciplines are usually the most fun because they create a holistic cultural experience. The It’s Just Dancing Crew went all out on Friday, December 21, when they hosted a birthday bash for touring choreographer and now emerging artist, Blacka Di Danca, with music, choreography and fine dining at Negril Village – Rhum Shop.

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  • OkayAfrica Raises The Bar With D’banj, Sister Nancy, Rayvon and The Compozers in New York City

    OkayAfrica Raises The Bar With D’banj, Sister Nancy, Rayvon and The Compozers in New York City

    Okayafrica’s “Riddim and Beats” Fused Several Musical Genres 

    On Thursday, August 10, 2017,  Okayafrica, a company which fuses music, fashion and culture, presented “Riddim and Beats” at Lincoln Center. The diverse crowd awaited the excited line up, which included D’banj, Sister Nancy,and The Compozer.  More After The Jump…

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  • Miss Lily’s Two Part 4/20 Celebration

    Miss Lily’s Two Part 4/20 Celebration

    Miss Lily’s Offers Up A Fun Filled 4/20 Celebration  with Art, Fine Cuisine and  Musical Heights

    Most great events encompass various aspects that lead to the gestalt of the overall experience.  Events that merge disciplines are usually the most fun because they create a cultural experience. Miss Lily’s  Two Part 4/20 Celebration mixed music with art and fine Caribbean cuisine in New York City.   More After The Jump…

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  • Cannabis Cup Band Celebrates 20th Anniversary Bob Marley Tribute in New York City

    Cannabis Cup Band Celebrates 20th Anniversary Bob Marley Tribute in New York City

    Bringing the Spirit of the Tuff Gong to the Concrete Jungle

    On Saturday, February 6, 2016, reggae lovers around the world celebrated the life and music of Robert Nesta Marley, the undisputed King of Reggae. In Times Square, the heart of New York City, the Cannabis Cup Band (CCB) of all-stars, paid tribute to one music’s greatest legends. This year marked the  20th Anniversary of this band coming together to celebrate the music of Bob Marley. Furthermore, it was also the 8th year that the evening event was preceded by a Kids’ Concert—all of which attracted a record-breaking  turnout. More After The Jump… (more…)