RITA MARLEY FOUNDATION AND THE MUSIC MANIFESTORS UNITE FOR ‘WAKE UP JAMAICA’
The Wake Up Crew, featuring the Music Manifestors and Rita Marley Foundation have joined forces for the empowering anthem Wake Up Jamaica. This track, recorded at the legendary Tuff Gong Studios, pulses with a message of unity, empowerment, and purpose.
The anthem was born out of a Jam Session Writing Camp, with production magic by Mikey Bennett and Stephen Golding, and features a stellar lineup. Twelve dynamic musicians, including reggae artist Gio Mar (son of Wayne Marshall), dub poet Majah Bless, and singer Jamila Falak, converged at Tuff Gong, pouring heart and soul into this rallying cry for change.
WAKE UP JAMAICA AIMS TO EDUCATE AND INSPIRE
Wake Up Jamaica mirrors the goals of the Rita Marley Foundation‘s campaign of the same name, which aims to educate and inspire Jamaicans about constitutional reform. With vibrant reggae rhythms and passionate lyrics, it pushes listeners to “stand on the side of the truth.”
Through soaring vocals from Majah Bless and Jamila Falak, along with the spirited collective voice of the Music Manifestors, Wake Up Jamaica strikes a chord. It’s a call to action, urging Jamaicans to embrace empowerment, awareness, and the promise of a brighter future.
ABOUT WAKE UP CREW
Wake Up Jamaica is a powerful cultural movement driving awareness and action. Focused on education and empowerment, the initiative ignites a sense of responsibility among citizens to build Jamaica’s future.
Through dynamic creative formats and public engagement, Wake Up Jamaica creates transformative conversations around the nation’s heritage, culture, and influence. The program pushes for real independence, inspiring Jamaicans to reclaim and shape their true identity.
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ABOUT MUSIC MANIFESTORS
The Music Manifestors is an independent collective of young Jamaican artists who channel their talent to spark change and unity. Their music fuses reggae’s roots with fresh, fearless messages, pushing for a Jamaica that’s vibrant, empowered, and united.
Driven by passion, The Music Manifestors turn every beat into a rallying cry, using artistry to ignite conversations and inspire a new generation.
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ABOUT JAMILA FALAK
Jamila Falak is a one-of-a-kind force in Jamaican music, blending soulful vocals with the rare power of the upright bass. Hailing from Montego Bay, she honed her craft at Herbert Morrison Technical High and later at Edna Manley College.
Inspired by Esperanza Spalding, Falak embraced the upright bass, eventually leading as principal bassist in Edna Manley’s classical string orchestra. Today, she’s a ‘beautiful star’ reshaping reggae’s sound.
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ABOUT MAJAH BLESS
Majah Bless is pure dynamite, blending deejay, singer, rapper, and dub poet into one electrifying presence. Hailing from Denham Town, Kingston, he channels lyrical genius like Peter Tosh and stage energy like Buju Banton.
His eclectic mix of dancehall and reggae is unstoppable, and he’s been mesmerising audiences since age three. With a slew of awards, Majah Bless proves he’s a force on a global path to greatness.
