Jamaica Ranks Fourth on List of 10 Places Every Black Woman Should Visit In Her Lifetime
Essence Magazine has compiled a list of places that every black woman should see in her lifetime. At the top of the list is Brazil, which has been characterized as having “the body of America and the soul of Africa.” The presence of the African Diaspora is evident in the nation’s food, music and people. […]
Shawn Ice Declares His ‘Dancehall Truth’
At the forefront of a fresh, young crop of Dancehall talent is Shawn Ice. Following the release of his fiery sophomore EP, dubbed “The Dancehall Truth,” the rising star, who hails from St. Mary, Jamaica, is quickly solidifying his position as the next big Dancehall artist on the horizon. The 5-track EP, which boasts Shawn […]
Reggae Ambassadors “THIRD WORLD” coming to Pembroke Pines, FL for “RETRO.LIFE.LIVE”
Reggae lovers in South Florida are in for a special treat when the internationally acclaimed, 10 time Grammy nominated band, THIRD WORLD performs live at RETRO.LIFE.LIVE in Pembroke Pines on Saturday, Feb 18, 2017. One of the most iconic Reggae bands ever to grace the global stage, with their unique style infused with R&B, funk […]
JN Rewards Programme Expands to Florida
JN Bank has extended the reach of its JN Rewards Discount programme for members with the launch of its first Florida merchant partners, in the United States of America (USA). The five new partners who are based in Fort Lauderdale, will provide discounts of up to 20% on the purchase of goods and services from […]
7 Jamaicans Who Have Contributed to Black American History
In 1926, Carter G. Woodson, the African-American historian, author, and journalist who was one of the first people to study African-American history, established Negro History Week to make sure that Black Americans were recognized for their contributions and accomplishments. Since then, Americans like Jackie Robinson, Hattie McDaniel, Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King, Jr., […]