10 Questions with Jamaican-American Singer, Teenear
Signed to Miami’s key influencer in the music industry—Slip N’ Slide Records—Jamaican-American star Teenear is diligently working on elevating her craft. With support from fellow label associates, Trina and Sebastian Mikael, Teenear is destined to share her voice with the world. Amazingly at the age of 18, the Miami native’s powerful vocals possess an unmistakable […]
Shelly Thunder Celebrates 50th Milestone
I had the honor of being invited by Barka B of the New Lots Family, to participate in the 50-birthday party for pioneer New York’s reggae artist Shelly Thunder, who broke barriers for females artist in reggae music as she took dancehall to mainstream. The night’s proceeding turned to a celebration of Shelly Thunders 50th […]
Commentary: Studio One – Legacy or Millstone
Morna “StudioOne” Dodd, is one of Studio One legend Coxsone Dodd’s children. An entrepreneur in her own right, this chef and businesswoman seems to have inherited her father’s passion for business, legacy and family. However her quest to continue in her father’s footsteps has thrust her into the path of adversity, animus and obstruction. Morna […]
Review: One Love In The Park With Sanchez and Friends
So it’s Valentine’s Day and you want to do something special with your love, what to do what to do? What about if you’re single and looking for love on Valentine’s Day, fret not. Let’s hope there is a One Love in the Park in your future and let’s hope Sanchez brings his friends! Perfect […]
10 Things Bob Marley Would be Happy About
As I look at the reggae industry today, it’s hard not to hark back to reggae’s heyday, when Bob Marley ruled the airwaves with his positive conscious music. Bob Marley, part of the singing trio The Wailers was discovered by Island Records CEO Chris Blackwell when Blackwell took a chance on the unknown group and […]
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 […]