Judy Mowatt, Tony Rebel, Mutabaruka Hailed at 2024 Reggae Icon Awards in Miramar, Florida
Hosted by Miramar Vice Mayor Alexandra P. Davis, the 4th staging of the Annual Reggae Icon Awards was held last month at the Miramar Cultural center as part of the City’s month-long celebration of Reggae Month in South Florida. This marquis event had its genesis in a partnership that was forged between the City of […]
Rita Marley Still Feels Like Bob Marley’s Partner 43 Years After His Death
With the release of “Bob Marley: One Love, the film biography of reggae legend, Bob Marley, moviegoers wanted to know more about what his wife, Rita Marley, is doing now. The short answer is that she is closely involved with the reggae artist’s estate and continuing his legacy while remaining a strong presence in the […]
Voicemail and Mr Lexx Breaks into the USA Latin Chart at number 75
Internationally renowned dancehall artists Voicemail and Mr Lexx teamed up on the reggaeton-type track, “Champion Bubbler”, debuting at number 75 on the USA Latin Chart. Though released from January 26, it seems to be slowly but surely gaining traction on such a prominent chart. “Champion Bubbler” was produced by Zip 103FM’s ZJ West under his […]
Cool Runnings: Qyor’s Musical Tribute to Jamaica’s Soul
In the vibrant landscape of modern music, where genres collide and cultures intertwine, Jamaican recording artist Qyor stands out as a beacon of authenticity. With his latest release, “Cool Runnings,” now available on all streaming platforms, Qyor takes listeners on a journey through the heart and soul of Jamaica, offering a fresh perspective on the […]
Dancehall Artist Professor Nuts To Be Honored At Ruggu Dat 14 Karat Golden Mic Awards
The 2024 Ruggu Dat 14 Karat Golden Mic will be awarded to comedic Dancehall Artist Professor Nuts. Appearing and presenting the award are his close friends: Beresford Hammond, Damion ‘Jnr. Gong’ Marley and Orville ‘Shaggy’ Burrell. The Ruggu Dat14 Karat Golden Mic Award event is set to debut in Kingston Jamaica on April 27, 2024 […]
Gramps Morgan Added to New York Charity Gala
Reggae artist Gramps Morgan has been added to the lineup of the Issa Trust gala in New York. Roy “Gramps” Morgan is a Jamaican-American singer, instrumentalist, producer, record executive, and entrepreneur. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was raised partially in Springfield, Massachusetts. Gramps is a member of the Grammy Award-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage. […]
Shaggy Says It’s “Un-Jamaican” Not to See “Bob Marley: One Love” Movie
Shaggy says any Jamaican who has not seen the “Bob Marley: One Love” biopic is doing the most un-Jamaican thing ever. The movie is currently the number one film at the US and Global box office with over $100 million haul worldwide and over $71 million in the United States. “Un-Jamaican” When a photographer from […]
Gramps Morgan Meets Seychelles President & Performs in the Smallest Country in Africa
Three-time Grammy Award Winner, Gramps Morgan headlined the Reggae Love Festival at the Music Stadium, Victoria in Seychelles last month. He also had his sons Priel and Jemere Morgan on stage in his set to make a cameo performance. Gramps Morgan is currently promoting his new music video and single “Islander” being marketed by Contractor […]
Marley Family to Host Jo Mersa Birthday Celebration Concert
Fans of Reggae and Dancehall community is set to converge in Nine Mile, St. Ann, Jamaica on Saturday, March 9, 2024, to pay tribute to Joseph ‘Jo Mersa’ Marley. The celebration, produced by the Marley Family, will feature live performances to honour the life of the first child of Stephen Marley and grandson of the […]
Wayne Wonder Added to ‘Jazz In The Gardens’ In South Florida
Reggae Dancehall star Wayne Wonder has been added to the Jazz in the Gardens’ (JITG) in Miami line- up. Born Von Wayne Charles on July 26, 1972, Wayne Wonder has made a name for himself on the international stage with his unique blend of Reggae, Dancehall and Lovers Rock. One of his most popular singles, […]