Get the ‘Riddim’ in VP Records series

The hits just keep on coming for VP Records, which is launching its music-packed “On The Riddim” series on YouTube, starting Tuesday. The monthly OTR page — one of the latest surprises from VP’s 40th anniversary celebration — will feature artists’ interviews, music videos, new album releases, special events and more, all fueled by the world’s largest reggae and soca label’s vast resources.

A Christopher Martin album release, the “Soca Gold Live” and “Strictly the Best Live” albums, and “an ode” to VP Records’ 40th anniversary are among the topics on the Tuesday’s debut OTR episode.

The vibrant duo of Jamaican born Queen Bremmer and Grenada-born, New York-raised Kevin Crown will regularly host the new series.

Additional contributors will include Tadia Toussaint, Queen Mixxy, Hala Maroc, Kesley Saul, Shomari Wilson, Lady Trini, and Ashley.

According to VP executives, OTR’s goal is to give the general public access to the wealth of music and information generated by the international firm. Up to now, this information has been shared with the media through a weekly newsletter.

VP Records currently has close to 1 million followers of its YouTube channel — youtube.com/user/vprecords.

For more on VP Records, visit vprecords.com.

Business at breakfast

Brandon Hicks, director of AfricanAmerican Affairs for Gov. Cuomo, will be the guest speaker at the next monthly Caribbean American Chamber Of Commerce and Industry Power Breakfast Meeting on July 25, according to chamber President Roy Hastick.

The session will be held CACCI’s Brooklyn Navy Yard headquarters, in New Building 77’s eighth floor executive conference room, starting at 9 a.m.

In addition to Hicks, the breakfast meeting’s agenda inlcudes discussions about opportunities with the city’s Department of Small Business Services; and information on MWBE (Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise) Certification Preparation; “Financing for Small Business Owners;” and “Trade and Investment Opportunities in the Caribbean.”

The event is co-sponsored by the Department of Small Business Services.

New members are being accepted for the chamber, which operates with the motto, “Business Networking Works.” Founded by Grenada-born Hastick, the chamber is celebrating its 34th anniversary this year.

To RSVP, for send email to cacci1@outlook.com or call (718)8344544.

Also visit caribbeantradecenter.com.

Grace & VP unite

Two giants responsible for the taste and sound of the Caribbean — Grace Foods and VP Records — are partnering to hold the Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival, coming to Roy Wilkins Park, Roy Wilkins Park is at 177-01 Baisley Blvd. near Merrick Blvd. in Queens, next Sunday .

With VP’s input, the ninth annual festival of Jamaica’s jerk flavored foods, children’s fun, events and entertainment will feature an all-star line up — with VP Records with international recording artists Bunji Garlin, Capleton, Christopher Martin, Fay Ann Lyons, Naomi Cowan and Shenseea scheduled to perform. Tickets are available online and at selected outlets. Children 10 and under free with an adult. For information, visit jerkfestivalny.com.

History’s heroic ‘Mothers’

“The Unforgettable Mothers of the Movement” — from Montgomery bus boycott leader Rosa Parks South African activist Winnie Mandela — are being recalled and honored in the new Shades of Truth Theatre play coming to the Joseph P. Kennedy Center, 34 W. 135th St. in Manhattan on Saturday 7.20 and next Sunday 7/21.

The Saturday show takes place at 7 p.m. and next Sunday’s show starts at 4 p.m. For tickets, visit eventbrite.com/kennedycenter or call (212) 862-6401, ext. 410.

“The Unforgettable Mothers of the Movement” is being presented in association with Voza Rivers and the New Heritage Theatre Group, Community Works NYC, Harlem Advocates for Seniors, the Lt. Joseph P/Kennedy Center and Catholic Charities.

Hudson Valley treats

Lisa Waldron, CEO and president of Alora Adventures — a travel and tour firm serving Singapore, the Mediterranean nations and other far-flung destinations — also has an exciting local focus on “the Hudson Valley Region and its many tourist attractions.”

The firm offers luxury coach rides from midtown Manhattan to the Hudson Valley for all-day tours.

Under the theme, “Liberty from the Ordinary,” Alora Adventures treats travelers, from near and far, to the historic Hudson Valley and its many attractions — ranging from orchard and wine tours to kayaking, hang gliding and yoga.

For details of the various tours call (866) 449-6244, (845) 445-4670, visit AloraAdventures.net or send email to info@aloraadventures.net.