Koffee Makes Billboard Magazine “21 under 21” List for 2020
Jamaican reggae artist Koffee, whose given name is Mikayla Simpson, has been included on the “21 under 21” list compiled by Billboard magazine. Koffee won a historic Grammy in 2020 when she became the first female artist to win the award for Best Reggae Album in the 35-year history of the awards program, and also […]
Bob Marley Limited-edition LP Series, Pressed At Tuff Gong International In Jamaica To Be Released in December
On December 11, twelve limited-edition Bob Marley vinyl LP’s, each numbered and pressed exclusively at the legendary Tuff Gong International headquarters in Kingston, Jamaica, will be available, featuring nine original studio albums and two original live albums, plus the world’s best-selling reggae album, Legend, all including a highly-desirable Tuff Gong stamp. Additionally, Catch A Fire, […]
Five Jamaican-Made Things You’ll Want on Hand If You Work From Home
Now that summer is winding down and fall has crept upon us, you may have resigned to spend more time at home. COVID-19 has affected many businesses and as a result, many employers have decided on providing remote work. With Zoom and Skype now an essential app on every smartphone and desktop, it seems as […]
Watch: Bella Blair “Gimme A Light” Official Music Video
Rising Dancehall sensation Bella Blair debuts her music video “Gimme A Light”. The single is a feature from the upcoming compilation project Strictly The Best Vol. 61. The music video for “Gimme A Light” was directed by Gareth M. Daley. It features Bella Blair amidst a backdrop of Red, Green and Gold, as well as […]
3 Things You May Not Know About The Word Reggae
Reggae music which originated in Jamaica is well-liked around the world and is one of the most popular genres among the other countries in the Caribbean. The genre reggae originated in the 1960s in Jamaica but how much do about the actual word Here are 3 things you may not know about the word Reggae. […]
Rare Bob Marley Portraits Presented in New Photo Book Curated by Son Ziggy
A new photography book entitled “Bob Marley: Portrait of the Legend” will be released on October 13, 2020, in honor of the 75th anniversary of the legendary reggae artist’s birth. The book features a collection of 150 photographs collected from the family archives by Bob Marley’s son, Ziggy Marley, an eight-time Grammy-winning musician. The book […]
Quarantine Playlist: 10 Reggae and Dancehall Songs to Put on Repeat Right Now
With island-wide curfews, self-quarantining, social-distancing — and the entertainment industry on standby — we’ve put together a stay-at-home soundtrack to keep boredom at bay. 1. Serious Times: Gyptian “A say these are some serious times All I can see around us is just violence and crime Full time for us to centralize, socialize and realize” […]
Global DJ Kurt Riley takes a culinary flight via Chez Maria Restaurant in Kingston
If you’re a jet setter like global DJ Kurt Riley you might be feeling a little claustrophobic. With restricted flights and events canceled or postponed until next year, it’s hard to get your adventure kick. Popularly known as the Party Animal, a nickname he acquired after producing the hit, Party like an Animal, by Charly Black, […]
Apple Music Features Jamaican Producer Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor
Jamaican Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, the son of reggae icon Freddie McGregor and a Grammy Award winner, songwriter, and singer in his own right, as well as the producer on the Big Ship label, has been featured on the “Behind the Boards” playlist series at Apple Music. The series is dedicated to celebrating the work […]
Wayne Marshall Covers Tenor Saw’s “Lots of Sign”
VP Records builds anticipation for the release of the Dancehall Anthems compilation project with the release of “Lots of Sign” by Wayne Marshall, a cover of the Tenor Saw song originally released in 1985. Recorded in Kingston, Jamaica, the Wayne Marshall version of “Lots of Sign” pays the ultimate compliment to the original artist and […]