Winston Blake of Merritone Has Passed Away
Jamaican music legend Winston Blake, second oldest of the influential Merritone group formed by four brothers, died today. Blake’s passing represents a major loss to the music and sound-system industries, as he and his brothers – Trevor, Tyrone, Monty Blake and Winston – had important roles in the development of these industries during the 1970s. […]
Jamaica College Robotics Team Advances in the New York First Tech Challenge Robotic competition
Ready to compete in the next stage of the First Tech Challenge Robotic competition, Jamaica College Robotics Team traveled to New York to participate in the regional championship. The competition has been described as a “varsity sport for the mind,” and mixes the excitement of a sporting event with demanding elements of science and technology. […]
Jamaica Ranks Third in Caribbean Tourist Arrivals, Cuba has Double-digit Growth
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) ranked Jamaica as third in the number of tourist arrivals for 2015. Cuba saw a spike in visitors with a double-digit growth rate that represented the largest uptick of the year in the Caribbean. The tourist arrival rate in Cuba rose by 17.4 percent over other countries in the Caribbean […]
Day 58 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Spend a Saturday at the Brownstown Market
Get into the local culture with a visit to the Saturday Markets, which are famous for their colorful displays of fruits and vegetables. A one-of-a-kind experience, you can wander at your ease, visiting vendor stalls featuring spices, cooking utensils, clothing and more. Have an authentic Jamaican pattie for lunch, or buy yams, tomatoes, pineapples and […]
17 North Parade Releases Horace Andy In The Light
17 North Parade reissues the iconic release of Horace Andy’s In The Light and its Prince Jammy dub companion on all formats including vinyl, CD and digital. The collection was released on the legendary Jamaican Rastafarian singer’s 65th birthday (February 19) and includes never-before-seen photos in the packaging and newly commissioned sleeve notes written by […]
Election 2016 – Interview with Jamaicans & Portia Simpson (Funny Spoof)
The Jamaica Labour Party was declared the winner of the 2016 general election, after claiming 33 of the 63 constituency seats. With the JLP handing the PNP a stunning defeat, the green party supporters took to the streets to celebrate its massive victory. Boardlane TV was there to capture some candid movements Boardlane TV: Hello […]