Open letter to Freddie McGregor
On Friday 7/11/2008, I was undoubtedly happy to watch the great Freddie McGregor perform at Mangoville in New York City. It was musical acme for me. His performance was one of distinctive and superior quality. Watching the show from close proximity, I was able to see his demeanor as he performed. He was very engaging […]
Interview with Junior "Gabu" Wedderburn
This month we interview Junior “Gabu” Wedderburn master drummer of Broadway’s ‘The Lion King’., His drumming styles and music draws upon the traditional Jamaican ritual styles of Kumina, Afro-Christian Pocomania, Tambu, Bruckins, and Nyabinghi. He fuses this with African tribal drumming to create a unique sound that is universal.. 1.Where in Jamaica are […]
Jamaica Day 2008
‘Jamaica Day’ 2008 (Keelesdale Park) Toronto. On July 26, thousands of fellow ‘yardies’ from all walks of life and some from as far as Ottawa and Montreal converge on Toronto to celebrate Jamaica Day 2008. The massive of people did not just simply show up though out of a sheer desire to come gallivant but […]
A Chat with Nadine Blair, Jamaica’s Radio & TV Personality (Love 101 FM & Love TV)
Nadine was born in the parish of Hanover…. in her grandparents’ front room – literally! Her father is Bishop Reverend Dr. Ronald Blair and her mother is Reverend Evon Blair… “they are absolutely awesome” she commented. Jamaica’s Political Ombudsman, Bishop Herro Blair, is Nadine’s paternal uncle. She maintains that she ‘wants to be like him […]
An Interview Jamelody
Every ever so often special talent comes along with a charismatic voice. Trinidadian reggae singer Michael Williams is a special talent and a charismatic vocalist. Williams says he sings God’s melodies and chose, most appropriately, the name JAMELODY. Like reggae’s defining vocalist Dennis Brown, JAMELODY’s vocal style bridges R&B, Pop/Rock, Gospel to Reggae. Born in […]
Review: Best Of The Best….A Few Of The Best
The Concert: Best Of The BestThe Venue: Bicentennial Park, Miami, FloridaThe Date: May 25, 2008Top Performers: Tarrus Riley, Jr. Reid, Barrington Levy, Buju Banton, Sizzla, Beenie Man, SupercatOther Notable Performers: Screechie Dan, Etana, Assassin, Demarco, Bugle, Serani, and Brick & LaceThe Crowd: A good representation of the Caribbean islands, Bahamas, Trinidad, Haiti a whole lot […]
An Interview with Etana: The Strong One
With hit songs ‘Wrong address’ (2006) ‘Roots’ (2007) and her chart topper ‘Warrior Love’ Etana has had several # 1 songs on Jamaican, England, Us and the Virgin Island on reggae charts. Arguably the most successful female singer in reggae today, she’s struck a symbiotic chord with audiences. This Jamaican born Miami bred siren described […]
REGGAE – IN – MOTION
2007 saw the increased presence of female artist on the Jamaican music scène. The new breed of talented of female artists (singer/dj) is making their presence felt on Jamaican music landscape in 2008. These young, sexy and talented females are steadily charting their own course and can rock the mike. They unlike many of their […]
A Conversation With Musical Artist, Family & Child Activist And Air Jamaica Jazzfest Performer Michael Bolton
The architecture of great music is province of creativity. Michael Bolton is a musical artist; blessed with an abundance of talent he combines his song writing and music producing skills. His great vocal ability spans many musical to create genre defying music. It may not be a stretch to say he’s renaissance musical artist. From […]
Reggae – In – Motion : Beres ‘Cudjo’ Hammond: The Man, His Thoughts, and His Music
Who is Beres ‘Cudjo’ Hammond? The “Reggae Role Model of The Year” in Jamaica according to the Excellence in Music and Entertainment Awards for 2008. Arguably, the most successful songwriter/composer/singer/performer in Reggae music’ since 1990, Hammond is the voice of Reggae soul power. Hammond’s effect on audiences often times defies description, but let me try. […]