Bob Marley – 5 Historical Moments At a Glance
Bob Marley’s brief, but eventful lifetime was filled with many watershed and history-making events. Here are 5 historical moments from his early career. 1. Bob Marley record his first singles Judge Not, One Cup of Coffee, Do You Still Love Terror, and Me in 1962 for producer Leslie Kong on the Beverley’s label. One Cup […]
Stop Searching: This Is the Bob Marley Tribute Your Playlist Needs Right Now
One of the most lasting figures in modern music is Bob Marley, whose songs continue to inspire people globally. To celebrate what would have been his 70th birthday, a group of Israeli musicians created a moving tribute: an a cappella version of his popular song, “Could You Be Loved.” This special voice-only performance captures the […]
Conversation with Jamaican Singer, Kim Kelly
Miss. Kimberley Kelly is a Jamaican born artist who moved to Canada at the tender age of 13. She grew up in Brampton Ontario, where she spent the next 5 years honing her God given talent and developing her strong work ethic. During which time people often perceived her as singing more than she actually […]
5 Things You Did Not Know About Gem Myers
This week we caught up with Gem Myers as she prepares to perform at the One Love in the Park in South Florida. Think you know everything about the Gem Myers ? Do you know what makes her the happiest in the day? Find the answer to this question and more as we ask Gem […]
Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson adds his voice to 2015 Rebel Salute at launch
Former Prime Minister Percival Patterson ON, OCC, PC, QC was keynote speaker at the recent December launch of 2015 Rebel Salute themed “The Preservation of Reggae”. The actual show is set for January 16-17, 2015 at the Grizzly’s Plantation Cove (formerly Richmond Estate), Priory in St Ann. Even more passionate now than his tenure as […]
DJ Sir Rockwells Picks for Top 5 Reggae/Dancehall Singles & Albums
What were the top 5 reggae singles and albums for 2014? Veteran radio personality and Best of Jamaica winner, Sir Rockwell of RockDaBox.net gives us his picks for 2014. Top 5 Reggae Albums for 2014 Love Situation – Tarrus Riley Amid the Noise – Soja I Rise – Etana Count on my love- Tessanne Chin […]
The Reggae World Has Lost A Legend and a Giant as King Sporty Passes Away
Best known for his song “Buffalo Soldiers”, which was written for Bob Marley, Noel Williams, aka King Sporty, made his transition today, with his wife R&B Legend, Betty Wright at his bedside. King Sporty was the Recipient of the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) Lifetime honor in 2010 in New York and was […]
5 Facts: Jamaica’s DJ Kool Herc, the Father of Hip-Hop
Clive Campbell, now known as DJ Kool Herc, is credited with inventing hip-hop, the wildly popular musical genre that spread throughout the world. Born in Jamaica, his family moved to New York in 1967. He was just starting out as a DJ in 1973 when he and his sister Cindy decided to throw a party […]
Marley Heirs Wail “One Love” Tribute To Legend – Apollo Bob Marley Tribute Concert
See More Photos Here Benefactors to the legacy left by Robert Nesta Marley rocked the Apollo Theater in Harlem with a tribute concert commemorating the legend’s 35th anniversary appearance at the landmark showplace. They each performed signature songs and in the end united onstage singing his “One Love” anthem. Reggae Ambassadors Third World, Maxi Priest, […]
Bring Back Rocksteady Music
The beauty dancing through the melodic rhymes and magnificent music has robed this island for years. Who can forget one of its Pioneers Mr. Alton Ellis? This music is an amalgamation of ska, Jazz and rhythm and blues. Benevolence etched in each tone and the message of peace, love and romance is what this genre […]