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Having both produced multiple chart-topping hits, Sart Out Records and Romieikon have decided to collaborate on Dovey’s most recent single, ‘Rescue Me’.
Released earlier June, the single has already entered the Reggae iTunes charts in The British Virgin Islands and Mongolia while maintaining its presence on Jamaica’s iTunes top 200 as well as Guyana’s top 200 iTunes chart respectively.
Delivering the track in her signature sultry style, the track seeks to infatuate its listeners by offering detailed lyrics that ignite the senses.
Speaking with Dovey Magnum she expresses how the track came about; “The inspiration for this one came from me just being in work mode, this beat spoke to me and I put how I was feeling on the beat. I am always thinking out of the box and I thought of a topic that would grab my females as well as my men and my imagination went wild. I started thinking of a scenario where I was traveling and anticipating seeing my partner and it felt like something that was relatable. I wanted my females to feel good and it shows from how hard they are going with it”.
She continued by adding, “Bawl Out Nation has been amazing to me, within four days we had over 2000 videos and their response gave me that added motivation I needed. I want my fans to know they are a part of me, a part of my music, a part of my push, they’re my everything and I know they missed the feeling that track gave them and it tells by how they are responding. It's a good look.”
With a vigorous marketing campaign underway, Romieikon shares that they will be amping up promotion for the incoming summer season; “We plan to continue promoting via social media while ensuring international curators keep adding the track to their libraries. The official video is also set to be released in coming weeks and is promised to complement the track effectively. A part of the campaign includes Dovey Magnum performing the single at upcoming events while releasing more personalized content for the artiste to boost her presence on the digital scene”.
To conclude, Dovey Magnum gives fans an insight into her additional endeavours; “I am working overtime because my fans have great expectations of me and my aim is to make sure I deliver. I have been in the studio nonstop, I have a forthcoming EP, I rebranded my business and I will be launching my skincare line soon in an effort to integrate all of my ventures”.
While the track continues to make a global impact, The producers and Dovey Magnum have decided to continue working on additional singles set to be released in coming months.
Stream Rescue Me: https://lnk.to/
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The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, through its agency the Jamaica 4-H Clubs, has partnered with dancehall superstar Alkaline’s global New Rules Festival to launch New Era Agriculture; a two-day workshop exploring the viability of agriculture as a culturally relevant path for Jamaican youth.
The programme will be held in Trelawny on July 2–3, 2025, just ahead of the New Rules Festival, which takes place on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the Trelawny Stadium. Designed to align youth energy with national development, the initiative will operate under the theme: “New Era Agriculture – Youth, Culture and Innovation in the Field.”
Hon. Floyd Green, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, praised the initiative as an innovative approach to youth engagement.
“Attracting more young people to agriculture is a top priority of ours and what better way to engage them than through the music and artistes they already love,” said Minister Green. “This partnership bridges culture and opportunity. With the Jamaica 4-H Clubs and the reach of the New Rules Festival, we’re creating hands-on experiences that deliver exposure, skills and real pathways into the agri-sector.”
The two-day workshop will engage 25 selected youth in a highly interactive format featuring:
· Face-to-face sessions in urban agriculture, agribusiness and agri-tech
· Real-world exposure to opportunities in the agriculture and entertainment sectors
· Expert-led discussions from industry professionals
· A pitch competition, where participants will form teams to develop innovative agribusiness ideas, with the winning team receiving seed funding to bring their project to life, and;
· Concert tickets and national media exposure for all participants
Participants will also receive certificates of completion, recognizing their involvement in the programme.
Beyond the workshop, the initiative will provide employment for 50–80 youth from the Trelawny area, who will be trained and hired to support the New Rules Festival. These paid roles, spanning logistics, hospitality, production and customer experience, will give participants valuable experience in event operations and service industries.
Kereena Beckford, Manager of Alkaline and Event Organizer for New Rules, stated the broader vision behind the initiative, “This is both a major cultural event and a meaningful platform for youth development. They go hand in hand,” said Beckford. “Alkaline believes in using his platform to create real impact. New Era Agriculture shows what’s possible when we merge culture with community development. We’re giving youth inspiration. We’re giving them access. We are giving them support.”
The initiative has attracted support from a strong network of sponsors including Boom Energy Drink, Rum Bar Rum, St Mary Snacks, Signature Clarks, Reviv, Benjamins & Benjamins Cosmetics, New Era Productions and Shuzzr LLC.
The Ministry of Agriculture, through the Jamaica 4-H Clubs, continues to ramp up youth engagement by delivering initiatives like New Era Agriculture, designed to provide real skills, exposure and pathways into a modern, opportunity-rich agricultural sector.
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PAJAMMIN' is out Now!
Inspired by Bob Marley's iconic song "Jamming," Ziggy's joyful new picture book for kids, about a fun-filled pajama party, is available now on bookshelves and audiobook worldwide!
Join a family’s pajama party sleepover as they spend a fun night together filled with games, pillow fights, music, and stories. It’s a time to break normal routines, turn off electronics, build a blanket fort, and stay up late—to start family traditions and make memories that will last a lifetime.
A special version of the book has also been released in song form on your preferred audiobook platform. The song, too, is inspired by Bob Marley's "Jamming", but rewritten and performed by Ziggy to the words of the book so you can sing along as you turn the pages of your hardcover copy.
Get your copy TODAY on the web store and get a FREE toddler's tee/onesie, or grab it anywhere books are sold.
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See Ziggy on tour across the U.S.
Ziggy has a couple of dates coming up in SoCal THIS WEEKEND & NEXT, and then he'll be heading on a historic tour across the United States with legendary reggae artist Burning Spear! Check the full schedule below, and get your tickets today here.
- May 25 - Ledyard, CT @ Foxwoods Resort Casino
- Jun 7 - Healdsburg, CA @ The BloodRoot Ramble
- Jun 28 - Ventura, CA @ Surfers Point Live
- Jul 5 - Del Mar, CA @ San Diego Conuty Fair
- Sep 16 - Baltimore, MD @ Pier Six Pavilion *
- Sep 18 - Vienna, VA @ Wolf Trap *
- Sep 19 - Wilmington, NC @ The Wilson Center *
- Sep 20 - Stockbridge, GA @ Stockbridge Amphitheater *
- Sep 21 - Charlotte, NC @ The Amp Ballantyne *
- Sep 22 - Virginia Beach, VA @ The Dome *
- Sep 24 - New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17 *
- Sep 25 - Boston, MA @ Leader Bank Pavilion *
- Sep 26 - Hampton Beach, NH @ Hampton Beach Casino *
- Sep 27 - Bethlehem, PA @ Wind Creek Event Center *
- Sep 28 - Ocean City, MD @ Oceans Calling 2025
- Sep 30 - Louisville, KY @ Iroquois Amphitheater *
- Oct 3 - Bentonville, AR @ The Momentary *
- Oct 4 - Kansas City, MO @ Grinders KC *
- Oct 5 - Chicago, IL @ Salt Shed Fairgrounds *
- Oct 6 - Nashville, TN @ Ryman Auditorium *
- Oct 8 - Chesterfield, MO @ The Factory *
- Oct 9 - Prior Lake, MN @ Mystic Lake Casino Hotel *
- Oct 10 - La Vista, NE @ The Astro Theater *
- Oct 11 - Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium *
- Oct 12 - Sandy, UT @ Sandy Amphitheater *
- Oct 14 - Eugene, OR @ Cuthbert Amphitheater *
- Oct 16 - Sacramento, CA @ The Backyard *
- Oct 17 - Saratoga, CA @ The Mountain Winery *
- Oct 18 - Paso Robles, CA @ Vina Robles Amphitheatre *
- Oct 19 - Irvine, CA @ Great Park Live *
* with Burning Spear
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International Dancehall Star Konshens Set to Release Fifth Studio Album ‘Pool Party’ on June 27,
A Sonic Celebration of Life, Rebirth, and Dancehall Evolution—Featuring The Game, Skillibeng, Eric Bellinger, Charly Blacks & More
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Dancehall-Reggae artist Zagga has obtained his US work permit after a 6-year hiatus amidst his latest single charting in 28 countries, making it onto Bobby Konders’ radio show and selected as a Fresh Pick of the Month on Billboard. The track, ‘All My Life’ featuring Jahmiel, debuted at number 27 on the US iTunes Reggae Singles Chart within hours of its release and has been receiving heavy rotation on various radio stations around the world.
Aside from making it onto Bobby’s Massive B New York New Music playlist which airs on Hot 97 in New York City, ‘All My Life’ also made it into rotations on Get With The Fix Radio in New Jersey, Zip 103, Fyah 105 and RJR 94 FM in Jamaica, Maad FM and Hits and Jams in Guyana, Island Heat Show in Atlanta, The Beat FM and NIE Radio in New York, Afro-Caribbean Radio in Zimbabwe, Radio Rabe in Switzerland and several radio stations across the UK. This has given the track some fresh legs since its release on May 16th, so much so that ‘All My Life’ was chosen as one of the Fresh Picks of the Month of May on Billboard.
Though not a first for Zagga, being on Billboard has been a monumental step forward in his career and couldn’t come at a more perfect time. Pair this achievement with obtaining his US work permit and the sky's the limit for this hugely talented artist. Zagga will use this opportunity to make an indelible mark on his American fanbase. He will embark on a promotional tour throughout the summer, which is currently being organized by his team.
Source: @LesleyOdyssey