FOR YOUR GRAMMY® CONSIDERATION

Best Reggae Album,

Dance With Me, Vol. II

Best Global Music Performance

"Cease Fire"

Minna LaFortune

ABOUT THE ALBUM

Dance with Me, Vol. II is devoted to social consciousness and the celebration of life. Blending reggae, afrobeat, dancehall, and amapiano, LaFortune creates a dynamic soundscape that carries messages of peace, unity, and social justice. With her emotive voice and captivating rhythms, she delivers an unforgettable listening experience that uplifts while raising awareness of important global issues. Critics have praised the project’s depth and originality. Pull-Up Magazine describes it as “an album where every song carries a powerful message—whether calling for unity, love, or raising social awareness. Her unique approach, emotive voice, and captivating rhythms make this a must-listen for reggae fans and anyone who believes in music as a catalyst for change.”

REVIEWS

“Dance With Me, Vol. II-This project bridges politics and party, culture and consciousness, the personal and the pan-African."

- Egbodo Benjamin, Founder & CEO ThisIsHipHopHQ.com.ng

“Dance with Me Volume II -This fusion of genres creates a vibrant musical tapestry that reflects her deep connection to both her roots and her experiences in Brooklyn.”

-Remixd Magazine, Staff

“Dance with Me Volume II …an electrifying collection of songs that celebrate love, resilience and global consciousness.”

- Aubrey Campbell/Gleaner Writer

CEASE FIRE - YOUTUBE

ABOUT THE SONG

Among the album’s standout tracks are “Cease Fire” and “Global Warming,” which LaFortune has submitted for Best Global Music Performance and Best Song for Social Change, respectively. “Cease Fire” is a powerful track that draws attention to the urgent issue of urban violence, addressing tragedies in New York, Haiti, Trinidad, and Soweto. Over a modern “new roots” reggae foundation fused with hip-hop elements, LaFortune sings: “Too many young people lose their lives in their teens, in their twenties, caught in a cycle of death and violence.”

On the other hand, “Global Warming” seeks to remind the world of their role in reversing global warming and protecting the planet.

MUSIC VIDEO

"Cease Fire"

REVIEWS

"Cease Fire" is a powerful anthem that paints a vivid picture of communities affected by gun violence... —highlight the socio-economic roots of violence and call for unity and change.

- VALERIE W Wavy Magazine

“Cease Fire” A powerful fusion of instrumental mastery and soul-deep storytelling, the track is a gripping anthem against gun violence that strikes at the core of communities worldwide.

- Kindline Magazine, Staff

"Cease Fire" transmits us directly to the frontlines of gun violence from Jamaica to New York City, from Haiti to Soweto."

- HypeHub Magazine

“On a powerful reggae 'new roots' basis and hip-hop elements, LaFortune sings from the drama: 'Too many young people lose their lives in their teens and twenties, caught in a cycle of death and violence." (Translated from Spanish)

-Daniel Flores, the Editor-in-Chief for Rolling Stone Argentina

Rolling Stone Magazine

Minna LaFortune

A Voice Bridging Cultures, Igniting Joy and Empowerment

Born in Kingston, Jamaica, and now rooted in Brooklyn, NY, Minna LaFortune is a singer-songwriter, cultural advocate, and late-blooming recording artist. Her music blends Caribbean soul with themes of love, resilience, and empowerment. After a 28-year career at New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), Minna retired to pursue her lifelong passion for music.

From Corporate to Creative: A Journey of Reinvention

With a BA in Liberal Arts/Communication and a master’s in public administration, Minna’s early career was in civic service. Her Jamaican upbringing, filled with her mother’s lullabies and her father’s jukebox adventures, laid the foundation for her artistic spirit. She honed her soprano voice at Ardenne High School and earned a Bronze Medal at Jamaica’s 1975 National Music Competition for schools.

Champion of Caribbean Culture

Minna co-founded the Society for the Advancement of the Caribbean Diaspora (SACD) and the African American Caribbean Singers, amplifying Caribbean voices in the arts. She also contributes Caribbean recipes to publications and is a visual artist specializing in batik fabric art and landscape painting.

Music: A Second Act, A First Love

In 2022, a meeting with producer Lee Holness sparked Minna’s recording career. She released her debut EP “Dance with Me: Vol. I” in 2023, followed by the festive “Caribbean Christmas” album. And completed her third album “Dance with Me: Vol. II” (June 2025), featuring tracks like “Global Warming” and “Cease Fire.”

Influences & Vision

Minna’s sound is inspired by reggae legends like Bob Marley and Burning Spear, the operatic grandeur of Jessye Norman, Aretha Franklyn, Nancy Wilson and the soulful storytelling of Jennifer Hudson. Her goal is to unite the African diaspora through music, which she sees as spiritual medicine and a transformative force.

A Legacy in Motion

Minna LaFortune is more than an artist—she’s a force of cultural preservation and joyful empowerment. Through every note, recipe, and brushstroke, she invites the world to celebrate heritage, embrace reinvention, and dance toward a brighter tomorrow.

“Reggae music is love to me—both music and love are transformative.” – Minna LaFortune

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