New Kingston’s Kingston City has impressively debuted at #1 on the Billboard Reggae chart. Kingston City (released January 27, 2015 on Easy Star Records) is the band’s third studio album and their first release to claim the #1 spot on the Billboard Reggae chart. The album is also their first release on the leading US reggae label Easy Star Records. The family group, which features three brothers (Stephen, Courtney Jr., and Tahir) and their father, create what Top Shelf Reggae calls, “…a genuine body of work that displays an incredible vocal range, candid lyrics and impressive instrumentals. It gives the listener the sort of meaningful connection and escape that every piece of music should provide.”
“With its #1 debut on the reggae chart, Kingston City solidifies New Kingston’s place with the reggae elite. Their hard work, prolific touring, and positive community continue to give the band momentum in 2015,” says Easy Star CEO Eric Smith. He adds, “Furthermore it’s thrilling to see a fast rising New York band who embodies the perfect balance of old and new reggae sensibilities.”
The new record includes 12 songs and guest appearances by members of Tribal Seeds, Hawaiian singer-songwriter Kimie Miner, Sister Carol, The Wailing Souls, and the late, great reggae legend Sugar Minott. The band is currently on tour (which includes select dates with Common Kings and Through the Roots) showcasing songs from the new album and back catalog.
Tour Dates
Feb 06, 2015 – Portland, ME – Port City Music Hall
Feb 07, 2015 – Boston, MA – Paradise Rock Club
Feb 08, 2015 – Brooklyn, NY – Knitting Factory
Feb 19, 2015 – Orlando, FL – The Social *
Feb 20, 2015 – Jacksonville, FL – Jack Rabbits *
Feb 21, 2015 – Cocoa Beach, FL – Dog N Bone [FREE] *
Feb 24, 2015 – Kingston, Jamaica – Ranny Williams Ent. Complex [FREE]
Feb 28, 2015 – St. Mary, Jamaica, WI – Oneness Reggae Festival
Mar 06, 2015 – Morgantown, WV – Schmitt’s Saloon ~
Mar 07, 2015 – Chicago, IL – Chop Shop ~
Mar 08, 2015 – Kansas City, MO – Riot Room ~
Mar 10, 2015 – Denver, CO –Bluebird Theater ~
Mar 12, 2015 – Boise, ID – The Reef ~
Mar 13, 2015 – Tacoma, WA – Jazzbones ~
Mar 14, 2015 – Portland, OR – Wonder Ballroom ~
Mar 15, 2015 – Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades ~
Mar 17, 2015 – Petaluma, CA - Zodiacs
Mar 19, 2015 – Albuquerque, NM – Launchpad
Mar 20, 2015 – Tucson, AZ – The Rock
Mar 21, 2015 – Santa Barbara, CA – Velvet Jones
Mar 22, 2015 – Fresno, CA – Strummers
Mar 25, 2015 – Hermosa Beach, CA – Patrick Molloy’s [FREE]
Mar 26, 2015 – Bakersfield, CA - Elements Venue
Mar 27, 2015 – Santa Cruz, CA – Moe’s Alley
Mar 29, 2015 – Bend, OR – Volcanic Theatre Pub
Apr 01, 2015 – Spokane, WA – The Pin
Apr 03, 2015 – Billings, MT – Pub Station [FREE]
Apr 04, 2015 – Bozeman, MT – Filling Station
Apr 05, 2015 – Greeley, CO – Moxi Theater
Apr 08, 2015 – Springfield, MO – Outland Ballroom
Apr 09, 2015 – St. Louis, MO – Broadway Oyster Bar
Apr 11, 2015 – Columbus, OH – Scarlet and Greg
Apr 15, 2015 – Asbury Park, NJ – The Saint
Apr 16, 2015 – Virginia Beach, VA – Shaka's
Apr 17, 2015 – Wilmington, NC – The Palm Room
Apr 19, 2015 – Austin, TX – Austin Reggae Fest
May 09, 2015 – Orlando, FL – Reggae On The Block
* with Through the Roots
~ with Common Kings
