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RAGING FYAH, MORGAN HERITAGE, INNER CIRCLE, NEW KINGSTON AND OTHERS, UP FOR AWARDS!

August 26th, 2016 | Add a Comment

Raging Fyah, a promising young, self-contained reggae band out of Jamaica, is up for a 2016 International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA). This nomination is the latest success in what has been a generally exciting year for the group whose members are Pele, Demar, Anthony, Courtland Gizmo White and Kumar. Raging Fyah Raging Fyah this year witnessed its third studio album, Everlasting, debut at no.2 on the Reggae Billboard chart and also make its way to the top 10 of the CMJ World Charts. Currently home following a recent successful tour of Europe and the United States, the group which is gearing up for yet another musical trek to Europe, has been nominated for Most Outstanding Show Band along with some of Reggae’s most distinguished names. Morgan Heritage The other nominees are Grammy award-winning Morgan … Read entire article »

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KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY – THE PANTON BROTHERS ARE NEW KINGSTON!

October 16th, 2015 | Add a Comment

By Adrian Gomez–  Brooklyn, N.Y.-based reggae band New Kingston released its latest effort, “Kingston City,” in January. Four days off from touring and Courtney Panton Jr. is still working. In fact, all members of reggae outfit New Kingston are rehearsing to remain on point. “It’s important for us to stay on top of our game,” he says during a recent interview from Brooklyn, N.Y. “We’re proud of this album and we are looking forward to playing it for the audiences.” Panton is one of three brothers who make up New Kingston. Rounding out the band are his brothers Tahir and Stephen Panton. On occasion, the trio’s father will join them on bass. The band formed in 2009 and has released three albums. The latest is “Kingston City,” which was released in January. Panton says the trio … Read entire article »

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NEW KINGSTON KICKS OFF “PROTECT ME” TOUR TODAY SEPTEMBER 24!

September 24th, 2015 | Add a Comment

New Kingston Kicks Off ‘Protect Me’— New Kingston, the NYC-based, chart-topping reggae band, will embark on an extensive fall tour in support of their new single and music video “Protect Me,” off their #1 Billboard album Kingston City (released earlier this year on Easy Star Records). “Protect Me,” which features guest vocals from the legendary reggae group The Wailing Souls, is available to stream here. The debut of the accompanying music video will be unleashed in September shortly before the band launches a 30+ city national tour. Fans can keep up with all the tour happenings via social media with the hashtags #TPMT and #NEWKINGSTON. Tickets go on sale for most shows at 10am EST on Friday, August 7, 2015 at newkingstonmusic.com. New Kingston is a true family affair, featuring three brothers … Read entire article »

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NEW KINGSTON BAND SIGNS TO EASY STAR RECORDS AND TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM “KINGSTON CITY” JANUARY 27!

November 20th, 2014 | Add a Comment

    New Kingston, a fast-rising, New York City-based reggae band, is preparing to release its third full-length album, KINGSTON CITY, on indie reggae powerhouse label Easy Star Records. The record, which will come out January 27, 2015, includes 12 songs and guest appearances by members of Tribal Seeds, Hawaiian singer-songwriter Kimie Miner,Sister Carol, The Wailing Souls, and the late, great reggae legend Sugar Minott. For New Kingston, having the new record come out on the buzziest reggae label in the world is a big step forward, following two self-released albums, and years of extensive touring, playing with acts like Collie Buddz, The Green, Easy Star All-Stars, Beres Hammond, and many more. The band is a true family affair, featuring three brothers (Stephen, Courtney Jr., and Tahir), who all sing and play instruments, joined by their father, Courtney … Read entire article »

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