“God Is” – wins 2015 Jamaica Gospel Song Competition
The Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre came alive with praise last Sunday night as the top ten Jamaica Gospel Song Competition finalists offered up their all on stage for a chance to win the prestigious competition. But it was songstress Diamara Neil-Walker with her goose-bump inducing single “God Is” who took home the coveted title as […]
Kirk Diamond “Feeling Myself” (FREESTYLE) featuting Bob Da Builda VIDEO Visual Off “The Journey” Mixtape
Dancehall and Reggae Recording artist Kirk Diamond has recently released his eagerly anticipated “The Journey” Mixtape. Received to rave reviews, “The Journey” produced by Don Dem and Monagallis Sound features music productions from such notables producers as DreDay, Smokeshop, Majah Label Music Group, Diztortion and Galang Records with all tracks written by Kirk himself. “I […]
Kirk Diamond “Feeling Myself” (FREESTYLE) featuting Bob Da Builda Video Visual Off “The Journey” Mixtape
Dancehall and Reggae Recording artist Kirk Diamond has recently released his eagerly anticipated “The Journey” Mixtape. Received to rave reviews, “The Journey” produced by Don Dem and Monagallis Sound features music productions from such notables producers as DreDay, Smokeshop, Majah Label Music Group, Diztortion and Galang Records with all tracks written by Kirk himself. “I […]
Lawsuit Claims Red Stripe Beer Not Brewed in Jamaica
Two individuals filed a lawsuit in a United States federal court on July 29, 2015, in San Diego, California, against London-based company Diageo, claiming that the firm is engaged in unfair and deceptive practices because its Red Stripe beer is not actually brewed in Jamaica. The firm promotes the brew as “Jamaican Style Lager” that […]
Seasoned with a Smile: A Conversation with MasterChef Top Ten Finalist, Shelly Flash
World renowned chef, Gordon Ramsay, has been known to build masters in the kitchen. His tough love methods have molded some of the most talented home cooks on his show, MasterChef. Season 6 brings us a smiling Jamaican single mom whose flavors remind us of home. Shelly Flash is firing up flavorful food, while flashing […]
No maintenance paid by owner for Jamaican apartment
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, One of the apartment owners in the building I manage refuse to pay for the maintenance. The National Housing Trust sold the apartments under the strata plan, but he is still paying mortgage. I want to take him to court, but dont know what I need, and I am confused about […]
“I miss the unique smell of Jamaica!!!! ” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS
Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked the question “what is the one thing you miss about Jamaica?” at the South Florida Jerk Festival – Photo by X. Murphy “I miss the unique smell of Jamaica!” The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or […]
Paralyzed Man Uses Unique Method for Painting of Usain Bolt
Henry Fraser, 23, of the United Kingdom, was paralyzed in a diving accident at the age of 17. However, he has never let his disability outweigh his love for art and has been using his iPad to do drawings using a stick held in his mouth. He also does portraits in pencil and paints […]
Aunty Roachy Festival Returns to Independence Village, August 3, 2015
The Independence Village will see the return of The Aunty Roachy Festival this year on Monday, August 3. Joining the Independence Village roster for the second time, the free literary festival will run from 1:30 – 5:30 pm and promises to be even better the second time around covering a range of poetry, prose and […]
JAMPACT 2015 Annual School Supply Drive Extended Until August 3rd
New York, NY – Jamaica Impact Inc. (JAMPACT) has been supporting Early Childhood Institutions and other schools in underserved low-income areas on the island of Jamaica for the past 17 years. Over the years the organization has partnered with other non-profits and companies such as Golden Krust to provide well needed supplies, computers, classroom equipment as […]