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Freddie McGregor to thrill on Valentine’s Day

On February 14, Freddie McGregor along with Big Ship band and friends will be performing live at the grand opening of Plantation Smokehouse restaurant located in Richmond, St Ann.

Plantation Smokehouse, an addition to Sharkies Seafood Restaurant, is a part of a fleet of concepts on the island’s north coast from businessman Alwyn Brown.

The property, which was designed and constructed to reflect Jamaica’s rich history in food, music and natural landscape, will be able to accommodate approximately 2000 guests.

As a part of celebrating the grand opening, Brown has enlisted McGregor, one of Jamaica’s most soulful and durable figures in reggae music.

Known since the 80s for some of the nation’s most iconic music, McGregor’s’ artistry captures true Rastafarian roots, reggae-lovers rock, ska, with even a hint of dancehall, ragga and dub.

“Sharkies Seafood is synonymous for executing great events, providing excellent service and offering the best seafood on the island’s north coast. This venture is just to further our offerings and cater to our growing customer base,” said Brown.

Richie Innocent gets IRAWMA nomination

Dub Poet Richie Innocent is pleased about his recent nomination in the 2020 IRAWMA Awards.

For the third consecutive year, he has been nominated for the Mutabaruka Award for Best Poet/Spoken Word Entertainer.

“I am thankful to the organisers of the IRAWMA Awards for nominating me once again for the Mutabarauka Award … which shows that I am making a significant impact in the world of poetry,” said Richie Innocent.

The other nominees are Yasus Afari, Malachi Smith, Ras Takura and Tehut 9.

The 38th IRAWMA Awards will be held on Sunday, March 29, at the at the AC Marriot Hotel in St Andrew.

Richie Innocent is scheduled to make a presentation at the Bridgewater International Poetry Festival in Virginia, from May 13 to 17.

Also on the cards for the Kingston-born poet is the release of his debut album, slated for the summer.