The Story of “More, More, More”: Andrea True and the Jamaican Connection
In 1976, a sultry disco track titled More, More, More climbed the charts and became one of the defining songs of the disco era. Few listeners realised that the hit which would reach No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 was birthed in Jamaica. Even fewer knew that its singer, Andrea True, had arrived on […]
Jamaican Reggae Legends Honored by South Florida City at Reggae Icon Awards
The city of Miramar recognized several Jamaican reggae figures during the Reggae Icon Awards 2026, an event held at the Miramar Cultural Center as part of the Afro-Carib Weekend Experience. The program took place during Black History Month and focused on the influence of reggae music and the people who helped shape the genre. The […]
Jamaican Reggae and Dancehall Icons Honoured in South Florida for Humanitarian Service
Jamaican reggae and dancehall stalwarts were honoured by the City of Lauderhill, Florida, during a special Commission Meeting held on February 24th as part of International Reggae Month celebrations. The city presented its Humanitarian Ambassador Awards to five influential Jamaican artistes — Spragga Benz, Wayne Wonder, Busy Signal, Beenie Man and Vybz Kartel — recognising […]
5 Things to Know About the Afro-Carib Festival in South Florida
The Afro-Carib Festival returns to South Florida with a focus on music, culture, and community. Hosted by the City of Miramar, the event brings together African and Caribbean traditions in one setting. Here are five key things to know about the Afro-Carib Festival at Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater. 1. Steel Pulse Headlines the 2026 Lineup […]
Remembering Stanley Beckford, Mento’s Last Great Champion
Stanley Beckford was one of the most recognisable modern voices of mento, Jamaica’s original popular music. At a time when ska, reggae and later dancehall came to define the island’s global sound, Beckford remained committed to a tradition that predated them all. Over several decades he recorded popular songs, performed steadily at home and abroad, […]
A Monument to Dizzy Reece: The Recognition Jamaica Still Owes
It is customary, and necessary, that when nations undertake the duty of honouring and memorialising cultural icons and legends, that the recognition is public, loud and visible. Statues are raised. Plaques are fixed to walls. Names are woven into the public landscape so that achievement is not left to memory alone. Measured by that standard, […]
Leroy Sibbles: Vocalist, Arranger and King of Reggae Basslines
Leroy Sibbles stands as one of reggae music’s most revered figures, celebrated for his pivotal role as a vocalist, bassist, arranger, and producer. His remarkable journey from Trench Town to the global stage epitomises the vibrant evolution of Jamaican music, with a legacy spanning six decades. Early Life: A Foundation in Music Born on January […]
Joseph Hill: The Uncompromising Voice at the Heart of Culture
Joseph Hill stands among the most uncompromising voices in Jamaican music history. As the lead singer and principal songwriter of Culture, Hill helped define the sound, tone and purpose of roots reggae at its peak. His music was never ornamental or escapist; it was rooted in conviction, spiritual awareness and social responsibility. Decades after his […]
Who Was Stephen “Cat” Coore? The Third World Man From the Land of Creation
In the months following the passing of Jimmy Cliff, Jamaica and the wider music world have lost another towering figure. Stephen “Cat” Coore occupies a distinct place in the island’s musical history for what he helped create, how far his work travelled and how his legacy has deeply reshaped Jamaican musicianship. Best known as a […]
A Very Jamaican Christmas Soundtrack : Reggae and Dancehall Holiday Classics
In Jamaica, Christmas music has always reflected the many ways the season is experienced. Some songs are deeply faith-filled, rooted in the story of Christ’s birth and the spirit of thanksgiving. Others are creative and whimsical originals, capturing the humour, warmth, and everyday realities of a Jamaican Christmas. Then there are the faithful renditions of […]