{"id":6679,"date":"2023-08-18T10:36:04","date_gmt":"2023-08-18T10:36:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/?p=6679"},"modified":"2023-08-25T05:41:28","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T05:41:28","slug":"kirk-diamond-shines-on-the-soundtrack-of-canadian-jamaican-drama-when-morning-comes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/?p=6679","title":{"rendered":"Kirk Diamond Shines on the Soundtrack of Canadian-Jamaican Drama &#8216;When Morning Comes&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Canadian reggae star Kirk Diamond has not only been making waves in the music scene but has also found his tracks featured prominently in the Canadian-Jamaican drama film <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;When Morning Comes.&#8217;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> With three of his captivating songs gracing the film&#8217;s soundtrack.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Diamond&#8217;s tracks <\/span><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;Dread, Rub A Dub&#8217;<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> featuring Tishy, <\/span><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;Bring it Good&#8217;<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> featuring Tiffanie Malvo, both produced by Finn and <\/span><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;Love Inna Wi Heart&#8217;<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> featuring Bob Da Builda, are just a few of the standout songs on the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;When Morning Comes&#8217;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> soundtrack. These reggae-infused tunes not only complement the film&#8217;s narrative but also showcase Diamond&#8217;s versatility as a two-time JUNO award-winning artist.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;When Morning Comes&#8217;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> hit theaters on August 11, 2023, captivating audiences at Cineplex Odeon Eglinton Town Centre Cinemas, SilverCity Brampton Cinemas, and Landmark Cinemas 24 Whitby. The film&#8217;s inclusion in the 2023 Toronto Film Festival further underscores its impact on the cinematic landscape.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6675 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Kirk-Diamond-Pic-1-300x139.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"263\" height=\"122\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Kirk-Diamond-Pic-1-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Kirk-Diamond-Pic-1-1024x476.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Kirk-Diamond-Pic-1-768x357.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Kirk-Diamond-Pic-1.jpg 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 263px) 100vw, 263px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 263px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 263\/122;\" \/>&#8216;When Morning Comes,&#8217;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> directed by Kelly Fyffe-Marshall, delves into the story of Jamal, a young Jamaican boy grappling with complex emotions after his mother&#8217;s decision to send him to Canada following his father&#8217;s passing. The film captures the essence of Jamaica&#8217;s sense of community and cultural heritage, while Kirk Diamond&#8217;s music adds an authentic layer to the narrative, enhancing the viewer&#8217;s emotional connection.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The film has garnered praise from both critics and moviegoers since its debut. Courtney Small of <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2018That Shelf\u2019<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> commends the film&#8217;s strong performances, stunning cinematography, and captivating soundtrack. He hails Fyffe-Marshall&#8217;s direction as a heartfelt love letter to Jamaica and celebrates the movie as a mesmerizing work that solidifies her as a rising voice in cinema.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sandra Sylburne, a moviegoer, resonates with the authenticity of the characters and their stories portrayed in <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;When Morning Comes.&#8217;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> She applauds the film for capturing intricate details that make the narrative relatable to a wide audience. The soundtrack, a blend of reggae rhythms, and heartfelt lyrics, resonated with the audience and led to spirited discussions outside the theater.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kirk Diamond musical contributions to the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;When Morning Comes&#8217; <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">soundtrack have added a dynamic and authentic layer to this Canadian-Jamaican drama. As fans eagerly await his upcoming album, Diamond&#8217;s collaboration with the film serves as a testament to his ability to resonate with diverse audiences through his soulful reggae melodies. <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8216;When Morning Comes&#8217;<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is not only a visual treat but a harmonious blend of music and storytelling that leaves a lasting impression.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Canadian reggae star Kirk Diamond has not only been making waves in the music scene but has also found his tracks featured prominently in the Canadian-Jamaican drama film &#8216;When Morning Comes.&#8217; With three of his captivating songs gracing the film&#8217;s soundtrack.\u00a0\u00a0 Diamond&#8217;s tracks &#8216;Dread, Rub A Dub&#8217; featuring Tishy, &#8216;Bring it Good&#8217; featuring Tiffanie Malvo, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6674,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[240,239],"tags":[82],"class_list":["post-6679","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-canadian-news","category-international-news","tag-featured"],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6679","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=6679"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6679\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6680,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6679\/revisions\/6680"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/6674"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=6679"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=6679"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sandbox.reggaenorthca.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=6679"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}