J-A-Media

06/08/2026

As we count down to Lionheart Music Festival 2026, we're looking back at some of our favorite conversations from last year.

Check out our JAMedia interview with the talented Layton Meacham from Lion Heart Music Fest 2025, where we talked music, inspiration, and the power of community through song.

Shout out to Whagwaan Culture and Rebel Sounds Rising Ent.

More throwback interviews and festival memories coming soon as we get ready for another unforgettable weekend at Paradise Lakes.

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06/08/2026

06/08/2026

Come along for the Reggae Ride!
This weeks 6/6 Sounds of the Caribbean with Selecta Jerry Reggae Radio Podcast EP955 is up at http://soundsofthecaribbean.com
This weeks show starts out with classics from Mikey Dread, Eek A Mouse, Michael Prophet, Rico Rodriguez, Brigadier Jerry & Ranking Joe, Jacob Miller, Burning Spear, Bob Marley, Cornell Campbell, The Gladiators, Freddie McGregor, Sanchez, Luciano, Junior Reid, Dennis Brown, Michael Rose, Barry Brown, Pablo Moses, and Sugar Minott. New music this week comes from Lone Ark Meets The 18th Parallel, Young Kulcha,Sly & Robbie, Taj Weekes, Hopeton Lindo with Freddie McGregor & Marcia Griffiths, Akae Beka, Samory I, Stephen Marley, SunDub, Menotti HiFi with Dr, Ring Ding, Earth & Power with Ranking Fox and Horseman Coyote, Protoje, Capleton, Medisun, Jah Version, Brother Culture, Buju Banton, and Macka B. Also in the mix are selections from Half Pint, Sinead O'Connor, The Co-Operators, Bitty McLean, Black Uhuru, John Holt, and Ken Boothe.
Go Deh!

The show can also be heard on:
Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sounds-of-the-caribbean-with-selecta-jerry/id262361074

Amazon Music
https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ac7f3f30-fe42-46fb-8a95-a8938ee5e7d1/sounds-of-the-caribbean-with-selecta-jerry?referer=https%3A%2F%2Fmusic.amazon.com%2Fpodcasts%2Fac7f3f30-fe42-46fb-8a95-a8938ee5e7d1%2FSounds-of-the-Caribbean-with-Selecta-Jerry&

Mixcloud
https://www.mixcloud.com/soundsofthecaribbean/

TuneIn
https://tunein.com/podcasts/Reggae/Sounds-of-the-Caribbean-with-Selecta-Jerry-p798685/?topicId=557742635

Podbean
https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-bvynm-1ae00d6

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

THE KELS are kicking off the evening at SOL SPLASH '26!
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The Kels duo are a total VIBE of “soul-full” musical expression. Intricate, delectable harmonies and supremely passionate vocals. High caliber keys and fiery rhythms. Funky beatbox. Spicy and sultry. Inventive, unique tributes to their favorite influences…Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Erykah Badu, Marvin Gaye, Jill Scott...complete with original compositions stirred into their performance.

Tickets here!💚💛❤️
https://solsplash2026.eventbrite.com/?aff=TheKelz
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Check 'em out here :
https://www.facebook.com/allthekels?mibextid=LQQJ4d

https://youtube.com/?si=SyuOl7MnqcJffhQA

06/08/2026

Poco’s Restaurant, Bar and Comedy Cabaret is known for our great food & drinks and fun atmosphere! Live comedy shows every weekend!!

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

🌴 Black Uhuru w/ Maca Reggae Samba 🌴
📅 Saturday, June 6
📍 Heartwood Soundstage

Just one week until reggae royalty takes over Heartwood. Grammy-winning pioneers Black Uhuru bring their legendary roots reggae sound to Gainesville for an unforgettable night on the lawn.

✨ Featuring Gainesville favorites Maca Reggae Samba

🌞 Outdoor show • All Ages • Kids 12 & under free
🪑 Lawn chairs permitted as space allows

🎟️ Get your tickets at heartwoodsoundstage.com