International Reggae and World Music Awards - IRAWMA

01/13/2025

The mission of the International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA), established in 1982, is to acknowledge and honor the accomplishments and contributions of reggae and world music artists, including: songwriters, p Ephraim M. Martin, entrepreneur, publisher and TV personality is the founder and....

01/12/2025

🎶✨ Get Ready for the Big Reveal! ✨🎶

The countdown is ON! The 42nd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) nominations are just days away! 🏆🌍

📅 Date: January 15, 2025
📍 Where: LIVE on YouTube

This is the moment we’ve all been waiting for—celebrating the best of reggae, dancehall, and world music! 🌟 From rising stars to legends, it’s time to recognize those who have made waves and moved hearts with their artistry. 🎤💃

🔥 Who will be nominated? 🔥
Join us as we unveil the artists, songs, and albums that have dominated playlists and inspired fans across the globe. Could your favorites make the list? 👀

🔗 Stay tuned for the link to the live announcement, and let’s make history together! The show will be at The Coral Springs Center of the Arts March 30, 2025 you can purchase your tickets at So where To purchase it should say IRAWMA.com and http://www.thecentercs.com/

01/11/2025

🌟 The Stage is Set! 🌍🎶

The countdown is officially on for the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), happening on March 30, 2025!

Join us as we celebrate the pioneers, legends, and trailblazers of reggae and world music. This year’s event promises electrifying performances, heartfelt tributes, and the global recognition of the artists shaping our culture and sound.

✨ Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
✨ Where: Coral Springs of the Art
✨ Time: 6 pm

📌 Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable night of music, unity, and celebration. Let’s honor the best of reggae and world music!

🎥 Stay tuned for more updates and surprises!

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01/09/2025

On behalf of Martin's International and the annual IRAWMA, we say Happy Birthday to Dr. Sean Paul, the multiple IRAWMA, and Grammy, winning Superstar. Here is a flashback with Dr. Paul thanking his fans for voting for him. Now mark your calendar, save the date and get early tickets @ www.thecentercs.com or irawma.com for the 42nd IRAWMA on March 30th, 2025 in South Florida.

12/25/2024

Justice Shelvin Hall and Ephraim Martin 23rd Wedding Anniversary on Christmas Day: On this Christmas morning as we celebrate our 23rd Wedding Anniversary and 29th year of friendship, we want to thank God for his love and all the blessings he bestowed on us. Special thanks to our family, social media friends, Martin's Intl team members, fans, supporters and others in our lives for the journey.. God has been good to all of us and we are glad! .

12/23/2024

12/23/2024

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12/23/2024

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12/17/2024

Bounty Killer, strongly endorsed IRAWMA.42nd IRAWMA set for March 30th, 2025, South Florida @ irawma.com.

12/03/2024

🔥 The Sensational Six are here! 🔥
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Rebel Salute 2025 as Maxie Priest, Tony Rebel, Luciano, Raheem Bowes ‘Valiant,’ Queen Ifrica, and Richie Spice light up the stage with reggae’s finest vibes. 🎶✨

📅 January 18
📍 Plantation Cove, St. Ann
🎟️ Scan the QR code or visit rebelsalutejamaica.com to grab your tickets now!
Let’s preserve the essence of reggae together. 🇯🇲🎤

12/03/2024

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Special thanks for over 40 years of contributions to keep our culture and social justice activities alive. On this "Giving Tuesday", we need your continued s...

12/02/2024

BREAKING MUSIC NEWS!
For immediate Release

42ND IRAWMA CYBER MONDAY AMAZING SALE!
OVER 50% OFF TICKETS, SPONSORSHIP & MORE @ IRAWMA.COM
SOUTH FLORIDA, MARCH 30TH, 2025.

(Coral Springs, Florida, December 2, 2024):

Martin's International invites you to get 50% Cyber Monday and Holidays discounted tickets,vendors and sponsorship sales, now! These are to the 42nd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), March 30th, South Florida; the 32nd African/Caribbean International Festival of Life (IFOL), July 11-13, and the Jerk, Seafood and Vegan Fest (JSVFest), September 21st and 22nd, Chicago 2025. @ martinsinternational.com, IRAWMA.com, and JSVFest,com.

The special promotions will run from now through Giving Tuesday, December 3rd. After another special promo will be followed with a lower discount through December 31st, when nominations for Reggae and World Music’s best of 2024 will close.

Please make a purchase now! You can also make a tax deductible donation to our "Giving Tuesday" campaign to enhance our music, arts and culture Foundation to keep our social justice program and other events alive.

Thanks to some of our early sponsors, such as: Bob and Rita Marley Foundation, VP Records, Reggae Festival Guide, Old World Market, Rogers Park Fruit Market, Son of Thunder and others. To become a sponsor, advertiser, get hotel package, secure VIP and general tickets, or more visit martinsinternational.com.
Here attached is a flashback clip of the combined 31st IRAWMA and 20th Intl Festival of Life in Chicago that featured a galaxy of Reggae's best entertainers included Berea Hammon, Tony Rebel and others https://youtu.be/BtkHzuCTdik.

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MEDIA CONTACTS: Terrel Blackett at [email protected] or 678-887-9369

Special 50% Thanksgiving discount on tickets to the 42nd RAWMA (International Reggae and World Music Awards) , Sunday, March 30th, Coral Springs Center for...

12/02/2024

Get 50% Cyber Monday tickets, now! They are to the 42nd IRAWMA March 30th. S. Florida, and the 32nd Intl Fest of Life, July 11-13, Chicago 2025. @ martinsinternational.com & IRAWMA.com, with over 50% Cyber Monday discount sales on tickets, sponsorship, vendors, and magazine ad. The special promotion will run from now through Giving Tuesday, December 3rd. After another special promo will be followed by another promo with less discount through December 31st, when nominations for Reggae and World Music’s best of 2024 will close. Please make a purchase now! You can also make a tax deductible donation to our "Giving Tuesday" campaign to enhance our music, arts and culture Foundation to keep our social justice and other events alive.
Here attached is a flashback clip of the combined 31st IRAWMA and 20th Intl Festival of Life in Chicago that featured a galaxy of Reggae's best entertainers included Berea Hammon, Tony Rebel and others https://youtu.be/BtkHzuCTdik.

Beres Hammond performs at the International Festival of Life, July 4, 2012. Clips of some of best moments by Unieros, international community of friends.

11/30/2024

Beres Hammond performs at the International Festival of Life, July 4, 2012. Clips of some of best moments by Unieros, international community of friends.

11/30/2024

Get 50% Cyber Monday tickets, now! It's to the 42nd IRAWMA March 30th , and the 32nd Intl Fest of Life, July 11-13, 2025. @ martinsinternational.com, ring over 50% Cyber Monday sales on tickets, sponsorship and magazine ad.. The special promotion will run from now through Giving Tuesday, December 3rd, and will follow by another promo with less discount through December 31st, when nominations for reggae and world music’s best of 2024 will close. Flashback: Joint 31st IRAWMA and 20th Intl Fest of Life with Beres Hammond and a galaxy of entertainers

Beres Hammond performs at the International Festival of Life, July 4, 2012. Clips of some of best moments by Unieros, international community of friends.

11/29/2024

HAPPY THANKSGIVING: On behalf of Martin's International, the IRAWMA, African/Caribbean Intl Fest of Life, Chicago Music Awards. the JSVFest, and the Black Heroes Matter Coalition, we say, Happy Thanksgiving to all our friends, families, fans and others; especially you who have been supporting our special events over the years. Please join us at our various 2025 events at www.martinsinternational.com.

11/25/2024

SAVE THE DATE!
* 42nd International & Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA)
Sunday, March 30th, 2025, Coral Springs Center for the Arts, South Florida- www.IRAWMA.com and www.thecentercs.com