Stop complaining and become more involved.. – Cristy Barber, comments on Reggae Grammys
During an interview with Reggaeville.com, Cristy Barber, the president of the Marley family’s Ghetto Youths International, discussed the fact that many reggae artists have been left out of consideration for a Grammy Award because they have not paid membership dues and because of a lack of promotion of these artists. Each February, when the Grammys […]
Photo Highlights – New York Ska Tribute to Saxophonist Roland Alphonso
One of Jamaica’s most popular and enduring art form known as Ska, beat its rhythm and dancing feet into Hank’s Saloon located in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn, New York on Friday, January 27, 2017. David Hillyard and the Rocksteady Seven, a ska band, paid tribute to the late, great saxophonist Roland Alphonso. A ska icon, Alphonso […]
The Wailers at the Brooklyn Bowl in Williamsburg
The actors, the Aston “Family Man” Barret and Junior Mavin led Wailers. the setting, the gentrified tony community of Williamsburg, the scene, the bowling lanes of the Brooklyn Bowl, and the menu, two nights of great Bob Marley roots rock reggae classics. While car problems forced me to miss the Wednesday night session. Thursday night […]
Twenty Greatest Love Songs of Dennis Brown
Dennis Brown was named by National Public radio as one of the 50 Great voices in music. Brown was Bob Marley’s favorite singer. As the “The Crown Prince of Reggae,” Brown vocally influenced generations of reggae singers including Frankie Paul, Luciano, Ritchie Stephens, Sanchez, Bushman, Prince Malachi, and Maxi Priest. Dennis Brown’s vocal range covered […]
Single from Christopher Martin Breaks Reggae Streaming Record at Spotify
The single “Paper Loving” by Christopher Martin broke Spotify’s reggae streaming record. Released in 2011 on the Cardiac Bass Riddim, the track was streamed over 10 million times on Spotify in December 2016. It is the most streamed reggae single on the platform. Z Chrome, the producer of the single, congratulated Martin via Instagram for […]
War of Words: Tarrus Riley Called “Rasta Fake” in New Song by Anthony B
A war of words has developed between Anthony B and singer Tarrus Riley, both of whom are Rastafarians. The argument between the musical rivals entered a new phase when Anthony B released a single with the title “Rasta Fake.” Recorded over a dancehall rhythm, Anthony B questions the sincerity of Riley in regard to his […]
Veteran Reggae Singer Ronnie Davis Dies
The reggae foundation roots singer Jerome Ballin, known as Ronnie Davis, has died after suffering a stroke on January 23, 2017. He was surrounded by family as he peacefully passed on January 25. Davis, a native of Westmoreland, was a music legend a a former member of the Itals and The Tennors. He also founded […]
Rebel Salute 2017 Chronicles
It’s January 2017 and Rebel Salute the cultural music fest with its express intention of preserving reggae; and added bonus of accessibility to all things herbal (ganja); has its own milestone – 24 years of celebrating Tony Rebel’s earthstrong. What started out as a one night event in St. Elizabeth at the Kaiser Bauxite site […]
Rebel Salute 2017 grounds patrons in Reggae
DOWN TO THE wire, the slew of last performances of the anticipated Rebel Salute 2017 on Sunday morning, was the segment that properly sealed the over 20 hour fiery package. Next year Rebel Salute arrives at its 25th silver anniversary. So this years show seemed to be a teaser for 2018’s silver lined production. Simmering […]
Maxi Priest Top Fifteen Hits Songs
English reggae vocalist, Maxi Priest is the soul singer of reggae music. He grew up listening to gospel, reggae, R&B, and pop music. Dennis Brown, the crown prince of reggae is his greatest’s influence, Priest is one of only two British reggae acts (along with UB40) to have an American Billboard number one. (1) Close […]