Caribbeantales Announces 2015 Winners
The 10th Annual CaribbeanTales International Film Festival announced its award recipients on Saturday September 19, at the closing ceremonies. This year 16 feature-length and 35 short films in Official Competition, including dramas and documentaries from 25 countries covering all genres and themes, screened over ten days at the Royal Cinema in Toronto. The 2015 Incubator […]
A Conversation with Jamaican Chef Irie, Host of the national TV show, “Taste the Islands”
This week we have a conversation with Jamaican Chef Irie. Born in Kingston and grew up in St. Catherine on Caymanas Estates, a sugar estate in Jamaica. Chef Irie went to Calabar High School in Jamaica and studied at University of Florida where he received a BA in Design of Architecture. After which he went […]
My Father-In-Law Affair Is Having An Affair, Should I Tell My Husband
A: My Jamaican father-in-law allowed me to use his computer while at his home. We live in New York. I accidentally stumbled on an email exchange between him and an old high school sweetheart who lives in Jamaica. I was so shocked I printed a few of the emails. He is having an affair. I […]
Billboard Producer Ricky Blaze and Acclaimed DJ Norie Team Up with Wayne Wonder & Konshens on “Girl Like You”
Billboard charting producer Ricky Blaze known for his work with some of the biggest names in Dancehall, Reggae and Hip Hop such as Vybz Kartel, Gyptian, Jim Jones, Major Lazer, Nicki Minaj and many more notable acts, and acclaimed popular DJ Norie, producer in his own rights, and resident DJ at NY’s #1 station Power […]
Do NOT wear spaghetti straps to Jamaica RM Court office
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, The police at the Sutton Street Court refused to let me in the Court because I wore sleeveless. I was really wearing spaghetti straps and only going to the office to get information. I was shocked because I wear sleeveless to court in other countries. He and I were going at […]
Singer Richie Stephens New Tribute Single – ‘I Love Brazil’
Award winning reggae crooner Richie Stephens, fresh from his successful tour of Brazil in early September decided to pay tribute to the country with a sizzling new single titled ‘I Love Brazil.’ The catchy song was recorded on the ‘Silver Words’ riddim (made popular by Ken Boothesto) and was produced by Clive Hunt. The track […]
TD Bank Presents the 2015 Miami Broward, Jr. Carnival with Young Masqueraders Set to Showcase a Sea of Color, Pageantry and Pride, October 4th, 2015, Lauderhill, Florida
South Florida’s youth will have an opportunity to proudly show off they’re wonderfully created and colorful costumes in celebration of their rich Caribbean culture this carnival season. Over 350 young children will participate in the Miami Broward, Jr. Carnival parade and competition on Sunday, October 4, 2015 at Central Broward Park (3700 NW 11th Place, […]
“I miss the fresh fish in Jamaica!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “The one thing I miss about Jamaica is…” at the South Florida Jerk Festival. – Photo by X. Murphy “I miss the fresh fish in Jamaica.” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you […]
Loving Her Is Right: Jamaican Actress, Judi Blair, Joins Tyler Perry’s Daytime Drama
Judi Blair, who was born and raised in Clarendon, Jamaica, is the newest cast member on “If Loving You Is Wrong,” the popular daytime drama from Tyler Perry. After seeing her sister in a “Miss Jamaica” competition, Blair discovered a love for entertainment and was inspired by models in magazines and on film. She has […]
Etana & the Rawsoul Rebels; Tarrus Riley to Perform at the 34th International Reggae & World Music Awards, October 4th, 2015, Fort Lauderdale
The IRAWMA 2014 named Princess of Reggae, Etana & The Rawsoul Rebels and multiple IRAWMA winner Tarrus Riley, among the leading nominees for the 34th annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA). Both nominees will perform at reggae and world music’s biggest Awards night. Among the hosts/emcees will be, Reggae Ambassadors Third World, past […]