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, […]
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 […]