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“Bob Marley – One Love” Biopic Coming. Jamaica’s Hector Lewis Adds Acting to His Portfolio.
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10 months agoon
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EBUZZTTHector Donald Lewis can now officially add another title to his multi-hyphenate career: actor.The dynamic Jamaican performer has made his acting debut during a teaser appearance in the official trailer released by Paramount Pictures for the highly anticipated biopic, Bob Marley: One Love.
The film stars Kingsley Ben-Adir as the iconic singer and activist, while Lashana Lynch plays his wife, Rita Marley. Hector Donald Lewis plays the role of Jamaican Musician Carlton “Carly” Barrett, the longtime drummer for Bob Marley and The Wailers.
Produced in partnership with the Marley family, the movie “celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity”.
Shocking his fans across his social media platforms with the major announcement on Thursday, Lewis – who is also a singer and songwriter and the son of iconic Jamaican singer, Barbara Jones, said, “to be a part of this official biopic for the great Bob Marley is an honor and a joy – a dream come true – another big stepping stone that represents the people of Jamaica.” He ended his post by thanking the community that “believed in di I” as he welcomed this new professional chapter.
Producers on the film include Robert Teitel, Brad Pitt, Jeremy Kleiner, Dede Gardner, Ziggy Marley, Rita Marley, and Cedella Marley. Executive producers include Richard Hewitt, Orly Marley and Matt Solodky. The movie is directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, who made his directorial debut with King Richard. Zach Baylin, the screenplay writer for King Richard, wrote the script for the Marley film.
The Bob Marley: One Love biopic is set to hit theatres on January 12th 2024.
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Rupee’s Back In the Soca Limelight, Even with ‘Trust Issues.’
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43 mins agoon
16th May 2024By
EBUZZTTBarbados’ son of the soil, Rupee has unleashed a brand new single. The song, “Trust Issues,” fuses the Afrobeat rhythm with the pulsating energy of Soca music, delivering a track that resonates with everyone who’s heard it, in a deep and engaging way.
The song’s lyrics explore the deeply rooted and necessary concept of trust in any relationship, delving into the question of who to trust and to what extent. It invites music lovers to explore the complexities of human relationships, all the while maintaining the sweetness of the Afro-caribbean beat.
Versatile as ever, Rupee – the artiste who’s catalogue of hits include, ‘Ice Cream,’ ‘Tempted to Touch.’ ‘Jump’ and ‘What Happens in De Party,’ is certainly reconnecting with Caribbean music lovers and his international fanbase on this new release.“Trust is such a fundamental aspect of human connection, yet it’s often fraught with uncertainty. This song is a reflection of that struggle, but also a celebration of resilience and self-discovery,” said the Bajan entertainer.
The new track is available for download on all popular streaming platforms. Check it out.
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Majah Hype Joins TEMPO as Executive Producer of Comedic Content.
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5 hours agoon
16th May 2024By
EBUZZTTThe King of Caribbean Comedy, Nigel Joseph, widely known as, Majah Hype, is joining the TEMPO Networks family, as Executive Producer, Comedic Content. The popular comedian, who has made a name for himself across social media platforms with his impressions of Caribbean people, will join TEMPO Networks to assist in the production of groundbreaking comedic content, events and other initiatives.
A certified electrician from Brooklyn who worked in the New York subway system, Majah Hype rose to fame after he was laid off from his job and started producing videos for his Instagram platform. Over the years, his ability to impersonate any Caribbean accent and create hilarious characters such as Grandpa James, Mable, Ms. Glenda, Mitzi, Charlie, Hector and DiRass, earned him millions of followers across social media platforms. Today, he is a highly sought-after comedian who tours extensively around the world as a comedic ambassador for Caribbean culture.
Speaking on the TEMPO collaboration with Majah Hype, TEMPO Networks Founder & CEO Frederick A, Morton, Jr. (a.k.a “Mr. TEMPO”) said: “Majah and I have been discussing partnering for years, knowing that our combined effort to further unite and elevate Caribbean culture would be explosive and, as they say, timing is everything”!
“As the Network rolls out its new streaming service, TEMPO+ Caribbean, the collaboration is right on time”, said Mr. TEMPO, and “I am super-excited to produce the amazing content we are about to deliver together”.
TEMPO plans, in the coming months, to launch several new shows, which it has begun with the hit show, Hot Ones Caribbean, currently featuring the United States Virgin Islands. With Majah Hype joining the team, TEMPO plans to bring Caribbean Comedy to the forefront in a new, fresh and exciting way that TEMPO has historically been famous for. “The opportunities are endless with such a joint venture, with TEMPO and I,” said Majah Hype, of his new role with TEMPO. “We plan to take full advantage of them to take Caribbean entertainment to the next level.”