Celebrating Four Decades of Love: Marcia Barrett and Marcus James’ Inspiring Journey
In the world of music, where fame often overshadows personal lives, Marcia Barrett and Marcus James stand out not just for their contributions to the industry but for their remarkable journey together. The couple is celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary on August 20th. This is a milestone that reflects not just their enduring love but […]
Notorious International’s ‘Likkle Shabba’ & Japan’s Bad Gyal Marie Reigned Supreme at the 2024 Sumfest Global Sound Clash
The much-anticipated 2024 Reggae Sumfest Global Sound Clash which was held at the Sports Complex (“Stadium”) in Montego Bay, Jamaica did not disappoint. The competitors vying for sound system supremacy in the birthplace of sound clash culture were:
Electrifying Performance from Beenie Man at the Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum Festival & Sumfest Blitz Showcase
In the run-up to Reggae Sumfest 2024, Montego Bay’s Catherine Hall definitely had the craze, courtesy of the Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum Festival & Sumfest Blitz experience showcase. The Blitz Experience is a marquis Reggae Sumfest pre-event that included a showcase of new wave artists, rum seminars, rum tastings, an artisan village, and a food […]
Bujurama Takes Over New York as the ‘Gargamel’ Returns from a 13-year Exodus.
The term Bujurama was dubbed by the National Dance Theatre Company of Jamaica when they dedicated an entire dance segment to Buju Banton’s music and the famous Bogle dance many years ago. This time it was the fans who paid homage as they descended in droves on UBS Arena in Long Island to witness the […]
Bob Marley Movie Wins International Best Movie Award
“Bob Marley: One Love,” a film that tells the story of Jamaican reggae icon Bob Marley, was presented with the Best Movie trophy at the 2024 BET Awards ceremony on June 30, 2024. This was the first international honor given to the production from Tuff Gong and Paramount Pictures. “One Love, was directed by Reinaldo […]
Reggae’s ‘Reel’ Global Impact in Film, TV and Games
Reggae as an art form is transformative in the way it impacts how we see, feel, and experience things. It’s all in the sound, or what we Jamiacans like to call the vibrations of the music, and how well it lends itself to all sorts of stories, whether love, struggle, resistance, or hope. That may […]
Documentary on Sister Nancy Featuring Most Sampled Reggae Song Premieres at Tribeca Film Festival
The reggae song, “Bam Bam,” by Jamaican artist Sister Nancy, has been called one of the most iconic reggae tracks in history. A new documentary about the life of the reggae vocalist, “Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story,” tells the story of her experiences in a male-dominated industry through archival material, interviews, and reenactments. The […]
8 Reggae Songs To Play For Your Dad on Father’s Day
This Sunday is Father’s Day, and we have a wonderful idea on how you can show your love to the father or father figure in your life. We’ve picked 8 reggae songs about fathers and the power of a father’s love. Listen to these songs by G Cole, Jahmiel, Konshens, Christopher Martin, Romain Virgo, Sizzla […]
Bob Marley and Rihanna Included on Apple Music’s “100 Best Albums” List
The streaming service Apple Music has compiled a list of the 100 Best Albums in history. Several albums by artists with ties to Jamaica are included on the list. The 100 Best Albums ranking is an opinion survey created by the Apple Music team and a group of artists that include Pharrell Williams, J Balvin, […]
Success of Bob Marley Film Boosts Plans for Jamaican Heritage and Reggae Museum in Delaware
Judy Malcolm of Wilmington, Delaware, is a second cousin to reggae legend Bob Marley. Interest in her plan to establish a museum dedicated to Jamaican heritage received a significant boost since the release of the film, “Bob Marley: One Love.” As defined by Malcolm, the museum’s mission is to educate the public about Jamaica’s history […]