11 Questions for Masta Simon, co-founder of the Japanese reggae sound system, Mighty Crown
Mighty Crown is an Internationally renowned sound system that hails from Yokohama, Japan. Made up of 4 members, including co-founders and brothers Masta Simon and Sami T, along with Ninja and Cojie, the sound has dominated the sound clash and juggling arenas, providing fans with a high level of Reggae Dancehall entertainment. Mighty Crown is […]
Happy Birthday Josephs: Bob Marley, the wisdom of King Solomon and Dennis Brown, the music of King David
As February, the designated Month that Black History (USA) and Reggae Month (Jamaica) are officially celebrated, flows in on the winds of cold winter the world celebrates the birthdays of the most important artists in of reggae music. From the 12 tribes of Israel these Rastafarians Bob Marley the “King of Reggae” and Dennis Brown […]
Do we have a New Queen of Dancehall? 7 Things You Should Know about Double K
From bellowing the lyrics of Lady Saw’s most raunchy songs in her backyard, to performing her original songs at Sting in 2006, Double K proved that she has sincere passion for Dancehall music. This female, recording artiste, whose birth name is Kelisha Kadian Green, hails from Papine in St. Andrew. Double K knew she was […]
CBS Caribbean Top 10 Songs Of 2015
What were the Caribbean Top 10 Songs Of 2015. Here is a list compiled Candice Buchanan radio host of Island Fever on CBS Sports & Entertainment radio. Top 10 Dancehall Position Title Artistie/Label LW On Chart 1 Dancehall Vybz Kartel (TJ Records) 2 Cheerleader Omi (Oufah) 3 My League Mavado (Liquor Riddim/Good Good Productions) 4 […]
Top 10 Reggae and Dancehall Songs For 2015
This listing is a snapshot reflection of the top dancehall and reggae tunes for 2015 as compiled by New York Tri-State top radio DJ’s and sound systems. I reached out to a cross section of the music media personalities including Clinton Lindsay, Foundation Radio, Chris, the Dubbmaster and DJ Roy of Irie Jam Radio, 98.5 […]
Review: 1 TICKET = 1 LIFE!!! – Shaggy & Friends 2015
For the past 6 years – with breaks in 2011 and 2013, Orville Burrell – more popularly known as “Shaggy” has helmed a massive initiative fundraiser for Jamaica’s Bustamante Children’s Hospital, the ONLY full service children’s hospital in the English speaking Caribbean. Shaggy was personally touched by the despair of a friend whose child wasn’t […]
Top 7 Reggae Performances in 2015
As a photographer I have been blessed to shoot at some of the top Reggae and Caribbean concerts in 2015. I worked from the photo pit and backstage where I was able to see close-ups of top reggae artists performing on the stage. Here are my top 7 picks of Reggae performances in 2015. ( […]
Sir Rockwell’s 9 Best Reggae Songs of 2015
As the curtains close on 2015 it is time to reflect on what reggae songs ruled the year. What were the best reggae songs for 2015? Radio personality Sir Rockwell’s of Rockdabox.net shares his top 9 reggae songs of 2015. Some of the songs are from 2016 Grammy Awards nominated albums for the Reggae Grammy […]
Top 8 Bob Marley Live Performances & Audio Recordings
Bob Marley is one of the best live concert performer is the history of popular music. His stage performances were described as mesmerizing, spellbinding and captivating. Here is a sample of some of his most important history making performances. (1) Bob Marley &The Wailers performing “Rat Race” live in Exeter 1973, (2) Bob Marley – […]
You’ll Never Complain Again after You Read “The Great Survivor Story”
Survival is defined as the struggle to remain living, and our featured artiste this week is the epitome of survival. In October, Nicholas “The Great Survivor” Robinson was featured in the Youth Stars segment of Youth Talk Politics or Politricks where he spoke about his music and shared his experience of being a survivor. He […]