Image International Music Festival Returns to Portland
While Portland has long been celebrated for its breath-taking natural wonders, the parish is quickly establishing itself as more than just an eco-tourism haven. Businessman and Event Promoter, Andre Lee-Chin, is on a quest to ingnite the entertainment scene in the capital town, Port Antonio, with the 4th staging of his international music festival, Image, […]
Bob Marley Biopic Resurrects Delaware Resident’s Unforgettable Encounters
Legendary reggae artist, Bob Marley, wrote some of his first songs while he was living in Delaware. The release of the 2024 film biography of the esteemed artist, “Bob Marley: One Love,” evoked good memories for Genoveva Pitts, whose husband Ibis had met Rita and Bob Marley when they were living with his mother, Cedella […]
Morgan Heritage Lead Singer Peter ‘Peetah’ Morgan Passes Away at 46
Peter “Peetah” Anthony Morgan, the lead singer of the Grammy-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage, has passed away at the age of 46. The news was confirmed on the band’s social media platforms on February 25, 2024. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Morgan, known by his stage name “Peetah,” was a key figure […]
Richie Spice Ignites Ocho Rios, Young Reggae Ambassadors Shine Bright
The vibrant sounds of reggae filled the air at Island Village, Ocho Rios, on Saturday, February 10, as the Young Reggae Ambassadors took center stage and delivered riveting performances. Organized by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), an agency of the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sport, the Young Reggae Ambassador Concert provides emerging […]
Streamlining Reggae Month: A Proposal for More Inclusive Celebration
Reggae Month needs a major overhaul to ensure that we celebrate the rich tapestry of Jamaican music history. Black History Month (African American History Month) is celebrated in February because it coincides with the birthday of two significant figures in America’s history. First, Abraham Lincoln, former President of the United States, was born on February […]
Kenyan Reggae Songstress Leads Denmark’s Annual Bob Marley Celebration
The full lineup for the Aarhus (Denmark) Annual Bob Marley Celebration, organized by Jam Link International, has been announced. Scheduled for February 24th at Volume Village – Thomas Koppels Gade 201 in Aarhus, Denmark, the event promises a dynamic blend of live music, sound-system juggling, and a digital exhibition highlighting reggae music. This year’s main […]
Did the Marley Family Sell Out Jamaica with ‘One Love: Bob Marley
With Jamaicans (people), you’re “damned if you do and damned if you don’t”. Consider these facts before cussing the Marleys about how dem never use a Jamaican to portray Bob, and how Ziggy Marley and the family ‘sell out’! 1. Jamaica offers no meaningful incentives to produce films here, in fact it is more expensive […]
Reggae Legend Tony Rebel Added to the South Florida Afro-Carib Festival
Reggae icon Tony Rebel has been added to the lineup of the 4th Annual Afro-Carib Festival (ACF), in Miramar, Florida. Rebel, born Patrick George Anthony Barrett on January 15, 1962, in Manchester Parish, Jamaica, is a renowned reggae deejay known for his uplifting and positive roots-oriented dancehall music. Barrett’s career began as a singer, performing […]
5 Facts You Should Know About Pluto Shervington
Pluto Shervington, born Leighton Shervington, in Kingston, Jamaica, was a multifaceted reggae musician, engineer, and producer who left an indelible mark on the music world. His unique blend of humor and social commentary, wrapped in catchy reggae rhythms, resonated with audiences worldwide. Pluto was not just a voice; he was a symbol of Jamaican culture […]
Jamaicans Respond on How Was Kingsley Ben-Adir’s Jamaican Patois in the Bob Marley Movie?
How did Kingsley Ben-Adir fare in using Jamaican Patois in the Bob Marley movie? Based on feedback from Jamaican moviegoers, he did well. Ben-Adir’s portrayal of Bob Marley in the recently released film “One Love” demonstrates a remarkable command of Jamaican Patois. His adept pronunciation and nuanced use of the language add an authentic depth […]