4 Reggae Artists that Deserved Grammy Nominations
It’s no secret, not everyone agreed with the Reggae Albums that were nominated for the 2017 Grammys. The fact that 3 out of the 6 nominees aren’t even from the homeland of Reggae Music definitely sparked a conversation. It left some to wonder if the name of the category should be changed to the ‘Best […]
Freddie Mcgregor Calls Reggae Grammys An Embarrassment To The Music
In perhaps the most blistering attack on the reggae Grammys to date, Jamaican reggae icon and veteran singer Freddie McGregor has lashed out at the 59-year old American institution, calling the reggae arm of the organization that typically rewards excellence in the music industry “an embarrassment of indescribable magnitude to reggae music”. This week McGregor […]
11 Most Popular Jamaican Christmas Songs (VIDEOS)
Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of Christ and hope for mankind. Jamaica like many other countries in the world celebrates Christmas with it own music based on our culture. Many of the Jamaican Christmas songs are originals but some are based on the traditional songs. Both have their own Jamaican flair to […]
Grammy Nominees Raging Fyah Best Reggae Album, Everlasting!
Congratulations are in order for all Jamaicans nominated for the 2017 Grammy Awards for Reggae – Best Album. Dub Rockers an offshoot of iconic VP Records, miles ahead in reggae music, continues its true tradition by providing the media an opportunity at their head office in Queens, NYC, to personally congratulate Kumar Bent, lead vocalist, […]
12 Questions with Musician, K’Coneil
Music bridges people around the world. No matter one’s place of birth, economic class or skin color, it all evokes a human feeling and K’Coneil’s is no different. Born on the beautiful island of Jamaica, K’Coneil was raised in the village of Granville in Montego Bay. It was there amid family and friends that at […]
Drake’s Reggae Inspired ‘One Dance’ Is The 2016 Most-Streamed Song On Spotify
According to streaming music platform Spotify, Drake’s latest reggae inspired hit “One Dance” is the most-played song in its history. Released in 2016, the smash hit has been played worldwide over 880 million times, with the number increasing daily. In addition to the massive number of plays, “One Dance” has only been available for streaming […]
Grammy Nominated Best R&B Song Has A Jamaican Connection
“Luv” by Canadian R&B crooner Tory Lanez has received a Grammy nomination for the Best R&B Song for 2017. There is a Jamaican reggae link to the song, since it samples “Everyone Falls in Love,” a reggae tune by Tanto Metro and Devonte. Their song was a hit in 1997 and is considered a classic […]
Grammy Nominations for 2017 Best Reggae Album Announced
The Grammys have announced the names of the nominees for the Best Reggae Album award for 2017. The nominees include Devin Di Dakta & J.L. for the album “Sly & Robbie Presents..Reggae for Her;” J Boog for “Rose Petals;” Ziggy Marley for “Ziggy Marley (eponymous);” Raging Fyah for “Everlasting;” Rebelution for “Falling into Place;” and […]
Kymani Marley and Gentleman Live In Williamsburg
The hipsters of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, arguably, at present, America’s most popular city, was given a reggae treat on a lovely balmly Friday fall evening at the Apple store in Williamsburg when reggae royalty, Kymani Marley teamed up with Gentleman of Germany to showcase their latest collaboration, Conversations, also the name of the album. Pat McKay, […]
Analog Reggae – Forward to the Pass
Soon Come Sound Reggae is one of Jamaica’s biggest exports, an ambassador of sorts, expounding on Jamaican life brimming with Rasta humanistic philosophy. This music is the voice of many; it has crossed geographic boundaries and unified races. One aspect of reggae has remained constant or at least has evolved slower than the art form […]