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A last-minute lineup change puts Connecticut artist Dolly Don in the spotlight as she delivers one of the standout performances at “The Crowning of Anthony B” in Queens. QUEENS, NEW YORK — August 29, 2026 — What began as a 14-day execution window for AskBlondieTV.com ultimately produced one of the more memorable moments of “The Crowning of Anthony B” at Club Amazura. The event, held Saturday, August 29, brought together reggae and dancehall performers for a celebration center

Reggae and dancehall icon Anthony B is set to receive special recognition as Southside Jamaica, Queens prepares for The Crowning of Anthony B By AskBlondieTV.com Southside Jamaica, Queens is getting ready for a major celebration of reggae and dancehall culture as iconic artist Anthony B prepares to be crowned on August 29, 2026, at Club Amazura. As part of the highly anticipated celebration, Anthony B is set to receive a citation through the office of New York State Assemblyw

August 22 Officially Recognized as “Lyrikal Day” in Celebration of His Contributions to Soca, Caribbean Culture and Community Service HOUSTON / NEW YORK — August 2026 — International Soca artist Lyrikal is celebrating a major career and community milestone after being honored in Houston with an official proclamation recognizing August 22 as “Lyrikal Day.” The recognition came during the Trinidad & Tobago Association of Texas (TTAT) 2026 Independence Celebration in Houston. Ac

Queens, New York — Queens is getting ready for a major night of Caribbean music, dancehall energy and New York nightlife as FIRST CUT takes over Amazura, 91-12 144th Place, Jamaica, Queens, on Friday, September 25, 2026. Presented by Strength of Life Entertainment, FIRST CUT brings together a powerful lineup of Caribbean artists and some of New York’s most recognizable DJs and radio personalities for one night of music, culture and entertainment. At the center of the event ar

Brooklyn came outside to celebrate one of its own as Angela Yee Day 2026 brought music, culture, community and plenty of hometown energy to Barclays Center on Sunday, August 23. The seventh annual celebration, hosted by media personality Angela Yee in partnership with the Social Justice Fund, was free and open to the community. The event ran from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Barclays Center Plaza and featured live entertainment, community activities, giveaways, free hair braiding and

When Someone Deserves Their Flowers, Give Them While They’re Here to Smell Them When I tell you, when I saw this post from Garfield “Chin” Bourne of Sound Chat Radio, my heart skipped a beat. Nothing is more powerful than recognizing people for their contributions while they are still here to receive the love, respect and appreciation they have earned. We salute Chin for making it loud and clear just how important our veteran broadcasters are to New York City’s Caribbean medi

Joyride Experience Celebrates 10 Years of Reggae, Dancehall, Sound-System Culture & Community MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK — Sunday, August 23, 2026 Old time something come back again! The vibes were undeniable on Sunday, August 23, as the Joyride Experience returned in grand style to The Memorial Field, 431 Garden Ave., Mount Vernon, New York, celebrating its impressive 10-year anniversary of bringing reggae, dancehall and sound-system culture to the people. From 3 PM to 10 PM, re

New York, NY — August 24, 2026 — Jamaican dancehall star and Def Jam Recordings artist Masicka continues to solidify his position as one of the genre’s leading contemporary voices, with his third studio album, Forever Reign, debuting at No. 4 on Billboard’s Reggae Albums chart. Released August 14 via Def Jam Recordings, Forever Reign delivered a strong opening week, underscoring Masicka’s growing global presence and the strength of his audience across streaming and album cons

QUEENS, NEW YORK — August 29, 2026 History is set to be made at Club Amazura as veteran disc jockey and radio personality Fatta Diamond of Irie Jam Radio takes on official hosting duties for “The Crowning of Anthony B”, celebrating one of reggae and dancehall’s enduring living legends. The highly anticipated event takes place Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Club Amazura in Queens, New York, with the celebration centered around the crowning of reggae-dancehall heavyweight Anthon

Soca Meets Reggae-Dancehall as Two Caribbean Icons Take Center Stage for New York’s Labor Day Carnival Brooklyn is getting ready for another unforgettable Labor Day celebration, and this year, two of the Caribbean’s most recognizable musical voices will be at the heart of the festivities. KES the Band’s lead vocalist Kees Dieffenthaller and reggae-dancehall icon Buju Banton have been appointed Honorary Grand Marshals of the 59th Annual New York Caribbean Carnival Parade, taki

A new highlight has been added to what promises to be a major night of reggae and dancehall at Club Amazura in Queens. The countdown is on for August 29th, when reggae fans will gather at Club Amazura for “The Crowning of Anthony B,” a celebration honoring one of reggae and dancehall’s enduring voices. Now, the lineup has gotten even hotter. Promoters Ghetto Gourmet, Ruby and Gary have added emerging dancehall sensation DollyDon to the evening’s entertainment lineup. The risi

Written by Keisha Martin | AskBlondieTV Mystic Bowie’s Talking Dreads brought a distinctly Jamaican pulse to New England this past weekend, taking audiences from the waterfront in Bath, Maine, to Plymouth, Massachusetts, during a two-city run filled with music, movement and unmistakable crowd energy. Bowie hit the road with an all-star lineup featuring Dan Thomas on guitar, Chris Ball on bass, Jason Metcalf on keyboards, and Kat Douglas and Keisha Martin on vocals. The weeken

When it comes to authentic Jamaican flavor, nothing beats a beautifully made Jamaican wedding-style black cake. Itsblondelicious continues to make waves with its signature products and catering services throughout New York City, Connecticut, New Jersey, Boston, and beyond. Formerly known as Kings and Queens Restaurant on Merrick Boulevard in Queens, New York, Itsblondelicious has evolved into a full-service catering and food distribution company built on experience, flavor, c

G PHILADELPHIA — August 2026 — Just in time for back-to-school season, Jenelle Alexia’s A’Legends Productions is turning its attention back to the youth with the upcoming motivational single “Gonna Be,” featuring Jamaican recording artist Navino, set for release August 28, 2026. Originally created as part of the vision for Jenelle Alexia’s developing children’s app, Gonna Be carries a simple but powerful message: be encouraged to dream, believe in oneself and see possibility

Today, August 17, Jamaica celebrates Marcus Garvey Day, a day to remember one of the most influential figures ever produced by Jamaica and one of the most powerful voices in the history of Pan-Africanism. Born Marcus Mosiah Garvey on August 17, 1887, in St. Ann’s Bay, Jamaica, Garvey grew from humble beginnings into a global political activist, publisher, entrepreneur and organizer whose message reached Black communities across the Caribbean, the United States, Central Ameri

Jamaican reggae artist takes fans from Ethiopia to Jamaica in powerful visual arriving August 20 Protoje is giving fans an early look at the upcoming video for “1000 Lashes,” featuring Stephen “Ragga” Marley, ahead of its official release on Thursday, August 20. The Jamaican reggae artist recently shared a preview of the visual, offering a glimpse into a production that connects Ethiopian history, African identity and Jamaica’s rich musical heritage. Parts of the video were f

August 15, 2026, was a big night for dancehall as Masicka took over Barclays Center in Brooklyn, delivering a night of music and high-energy performances for dancehall fans. But tonight, we want to shine the spotlight on someone who helped create that energy Irie Jam Radio’s own DJMadOut. ( iriejamradio.com) you can catch him Monday to Friday on hot 97 hd3 The Bronx DJ stepped onto the Barclays Center stage and did what he does best: represent his borough, represent danceha

Masicka Ignites Barclays Center in Brooklyn With Historic Dancehall Night Masicka brought dancehall to the forefront Saturday night, turning Barclays Center in Brooklyn into a celebration of Jamaican music, Caribbean culture, and live entertainment. The timing couldn’t have been better. On the same day his highly anticipated album, Forever Reign, officially dropped, fans were already talking about standout tracks including “Pointless” and “Psalms,” featuring Damian “Jr. Gong”

Masicka has arrived and he did not come quietly. The Jamaican dancehall star has officially unleashed his highly anticipated third studio album, Forever Reign, and from the opening track to the final “Parables,” this is a project that feels intentional, powerful and deeply rooted in the culture. Released on August 14, 2026, through Def Jam Recordings, Forever Reign is a 17-track album that finds Masicka moving between spirituality, struggle, ambition, relationships, street re

Global superstar set to headline a massive three-day celebration of music, culture and Caribbean entertainment Jamaica is getting ready for a major dose of Cardi B energy. The Grammy Award-winning rapper is set to headline BZR WKND Jamaica 2026, with Cardi B & Friends scheduled to close out the three-day festival on Sunday, October 18. The performance is being billed as Cardi B’s first-ever headlining stadium concert in the Caribbean, adding another major international moment