There are partnerships in music that feel predestined; forged not just by shared talent, but by shared trust and even fate. Tenor, Raguel Gabriel and pianist, Dr. Jeffrey Middleton have cultivated such a bond – one that began humbly over a decade ago at the Central Bank Auditorium in Trinidad and now returns to that very stage with the second edition of Night and Dreams – a recital that is as much about the music, as it is about their shared artistic voice.
In 2011, Gabriel was stepping into his first operatic role. Behind the piano was Middleton, already an accomplished American pianist with decades of experience performing around the world. Though the moment passed quickly, it laid the foundation for a creative relationship that would evolve across years, countries and careers.
In a poetic twist, they also discovered that they share the same birthday, a detail they uncovered later on in their collaboration. It’s a fitting symbol for the natural rhythm and synchronicity that defines their work.
“Jeff and I don’t just rehearse – we discover,” Gabriel shares. “He knows when to hold space for silence, when to breathe with me, when the story needs time. That trust only comes from years of shared music and mutual respect.”
Middleton, a graduate of Juilliard and Yale, has spent decades shaping voices and performances through his work as a vocal coach, chamber musician and recording artist. His collaborations span Carnegie Hall, the School of American Ballet, and concert tours across Europe, Africa and Asia. His long-standing partnership with Gabriel has evolved through mutual respect and an ongoing musical dialogue.
Their upcoming performance on May 31st at the Central Bank Auditorium is more than just a concert. It is the continuation of a musical conversation, refined by time and devotion.
The programme, a mix of German, French and English arias, was curated collaboratively. From Schubert and Mahler to Duparc and Faure, the music explores the stillness of night, the longing in dreams and unspoken emotions that lie in between. Audiences in New York were visibly moved during the debut edition in 2023 and this performance brings the music back to where the journey began.
As Gabriel reflects on what this performance means to him, he shares: “…I kept the dream quietly inside me, listening and expecting the right time… and here it is. It’s time.”
The event takes place this Saturday, May 31st at the Central Bank Auditorium at 5:30pm. Tickets are just $200 and online at www.raguelgabriel.com.
Grammy Award-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage returns with “Come Feel The Love,” an uplifting new single written and produced by nine-time Grammy Award-winning artist, producer, and songwriter Stephen Marley.
Released on July 10th through Ghetto Youths International, the song serves as a vibrant musical invitation to experience Jamaica through its people, culture, landscapes, and unmistakable spirit. According to a media release the song celebrates the essence of Jamaica through authentic storytelling, using the universal language of reggae to capture the island’s warmth, resilience, beauty, and enduring sense of community.
Led by the unmistakable voices of Gramps Morgan and Mojo Morgan, the single paints vivid images of Jamaica’s natural beauty, from the iconic lignum vitae and soursop trees to Negril’s coastline, Lovers’ Leap, and the communities where generations have shaped one of the world’s most influential musical cultures.
Complementing the song is a visually stunning official music video produced by Filmaica and directed by Fernando Hevia. Filmed entirely on location throughout Jamaica, the visual showcases many of the island’s breathtaking landscapes and cultural landmarks. Gramps Morgan’s performance scenes were captured in Negril and at the iconic Lovers’ Leap in St. Elizabeth, both destinations referenced in the lyrics, bringing an added level of authenticity and emotional connection, while celebrating the beauty and diversity of Jamaica.
Built around the infectious refrain, “Come Feel The Love,” the record embodies Jamaica as more than a destination – it is a feeling rooted in family, music, community, and connection.
Celebrating Home.
“Come Feel The Love” marks Morgan Heritage’s first newly recorded release since the ascension of one of its founding members, Peetah Morgan, opening a new chapter for one of reggae’s most celebrated groups while honoring the legacy he helped build. The single reflects the band’s enduring commitment to carrying its message of unity, love, and cultural pride to audiences around the world.
“Jamaica has given us so much, our identity, our music, our culture, and our purpose,” said Gramps Morgan. “This song celebrates everything we love about home and invites the world to experience the same warmth and inspiration that continues to shape who we are.”
Mojo Morgan added, “Reggae has always connected people across cultures and generations. ‘Come Feel The Love’ reminds us that Jamaica’s greatest gift isn’t just its beauty, it’s the love, unity, and positive spirit that people feel the moment they arrive.”
The record seamlessly blends Morgan Heritage’s signature harmonies with Stephen Marley’s timeless production, creating a contemporary roots,reggae anthem that honors Jamaica’s traditions while introducing its story to a new generation of listeners.
As one of reggae’s most celebrated families, Morgan Heritage has spent decades carrying Jamaican music to audiences around the world, earning a Grammy Award and building a legacy of socially conscious, spiritually uplifting recordings. Their collaboration with Stephen Marley, one of reggae’s most accomplished artists and producers, brings together two of Jamaica’s most influential musical legacies in a powerful celebration of the island, its people, and its culture.
More than the release of a new single, “Come Feel The Love” represents the beginning of Morgan Heritage’s next chapter, one rooted in the same values that have defined the band for generations while embracing a renewed purpose. As they honor Peetah Morgan’s enduring legacy, the group continues its mission of celebrating Jamaica through music and spreading love, unity, hope, and positivity to audiences around the world.
Two of the Caribbean’s most legendary hitmakers have joined forces for what is shaping up to be one of the Caribbean’s biggest records of the year.
Dancehall superstar Charly Black, whose global smash “Gyal You A Party Animal” has amassed more than one billion streams worldwide, joins forces with St. Vincent Soca hit maker, Kevin Lyttle, whose timeless international hit “Turn Me On” has generated hundreds of millions of streams. That single remains one of the most recognizable Caribbean songs ever recorded.
The single, “Island Ting,” unites the music of Jamaica and St. Vincent & The Grenadines, celebrating the beauty, confidence, and irresistible energy of island women. More than just a song, “Island Ting” is a celebration of the Caribbean, its vibrant diaspora, and everyone around the world who embraces the region’s unmatched culture, music, and love of celebration.
Blending irresistible Dancehall and Soca influences with an unmistakable tropical vibe, the record is poised to become the soundtrack of the summer, says a media release issued.
Produced by well known international producer, Walshy Fire, with the instrumental crafted by acclaimed producer Jason Julian, “Island Ting” is already making waves across the streaming landscape. The single has secured significant editorial playlist support from Apple Music and Spotify, with Spotify further backing the release through premium placement on its coveted Mobile Home Banner – one of the platform’s most prominent promotional spaces for new music.
Industry insiders are already tipping “Island Ting” as one of the Caribbean’s defining songs of the summer, with momentum expected to carry through Notting Hill Carnival, into Trinidad Carnival 2027, and beyond. From beach parties and festivals to clubs, radio, and playlists around the world, the record has all the ingredients of a timeless Caribbean anthem.
“Island Ting” is available now on all major streaming and digital platforms.
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