Photo Highlights: Protoje takes Hope Gardens – A Matter of Time Live
Following the release of his fourth studio album, A Matter of Time, Jamaican-born artist Protoje embarked on a six-month long international tour in 2018. Soon after his return, he announced that his first show back home, “A Matter of Time Live,” would be in Kingston in 2019. People were so excited to see the Grammy-nominated […]
“Russia is a Completely New Market for Reggae Music.” — A Conversation with Music Duo Orisha Sound
Orisha Sound is a music duo based in Kingston, Jamaica. The style of this project combines elements of reggae, dancehall, world, and dance music. Two electrifying artists – Orisha and Shel-K have performed in places like the Football World Cup 2018, Jazz and Blues International Festival, House of Blues, Hard Rock Café, Wiltern Theatre, Reggae […]
The Top 10 Desmond Dekker Songs
A man of many talents, Desmond Adolphus Dacres, a.k.a. Desmond Dekker, was born in Jamaica’s Saint Andrew Parish on July 16, 1941, and was an early influencer with one of the earliest reggae hits, “Israelites.” The ska, reggae and rock steady singer, songwriter and musician was introduced to music through the local church he attended […]
BMG Launches Trojan Jamaica Record Label
A new frontline recording label, Trojan Jamaica, has been introduced by BMG. Trojan Jamaica will work directly with BMG to bring the music of Jamaica to the world. Its first release is slated for the spring of 2019. BMG is a co-founder of the label and has also licensed its name for its existing Trojan […]
“They Don’t Understand All the Words, but They Love the Vibe” – A Conversation with Iakopo
Iakopo currently resides between Jamaica, Tokyo, and Miami. He was born in California, the son of a music teacher, who trained him to play piano at the tender age of 3. After a difficult childhood, Iakopo was eventually adopted and raised by a Samoan family on the South Pacific island of Upolu Samoa, where […]
Lauderhill, Florida’s 2019 SoLa Rum, Food & Wine Fest Tantalized the Taste Buds and Exuded a Sophistication Hard to Surpass
Presented by the Lauderhill Regional Chamber of Commerce, the 4th edition of the Annual SoLa Rum, Food, & Wine Festival was held on February 17th at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center. The event was certainly well attended, as passionate foodies and wine enthusiasts casually strolled about while sampling a variety of colorful and flavorful culinary […]
British Jamaican Jorja Smith Named Best Female Singer at BRIT Awards
Singer Jorja Smith took home the “Best British Female Singer” title at the BRIT Awards ceremony, which was held at the O2 Arena in London on February 20, 2019. It was a big night for the British-Jamaican Smith, who received her award from the two-time Grammy winner H.E.R. and Nile Rodgers of the group Chic. […]
The Top 10 Boris Gardiner Songs
Born on January 13, 1943, in Rollington Town near Kingston, Jamaica, the 76-year-old singer, songwriter, and bass guitarist attended St. Monica’s College but dropped out after being diagnosed with tachycardia. He first joined the Rhythm Aces band in 1960 and was a member of several bands thereafter. He eventually moved on as a vocalist to […]
“We Knew It Worked and We Could Speak from the Heart.” – A Conversation with Gentleman’s Dub Club
After this past summer’s acclaimed project with The Nextmen, Gentleman’s Dub Club return with the hotly anticipated album, ‘Lost In Space.’ True connoisseurs of blending influences from genres such as dub, reggae, ska, bass culture, jazz, and everything in between, the band has adopted a futuristic tone as they continue their mission to discover the ultimate bassline. Pre-orders for […]
7 Things You Didn’t Know about Fiji, Pacific Island Reggae Artist
Polynesian recording artist George “Fiji” Veikoso is one of the most dynamic entertainers the Pacific Rim has produced, who continues to be one of the most influential artists in contemporary Island Reggae music. Fiji has recently released his special 2-disc album ‘Collection: 50th State of Mind,’ out now via Mensch House Records! Since leaving his Fijian island […]