5 Amazing Reggae Covers of Elvis Presley Songs – Celebrating Elvis Presley Week
Every year fans from around the world celebrate Elvis Presley week the 7-8 days leading up to the date of his death on August 16. Many of the events around the celebrations are held at Graceland where Presley lived and was buried. Elvis Presley’s music was quite popular in Jamaica. His songs have been covered […]
Jamaican Singer/Songwriter, Kristine Alicia releases “Freedom Fighters” video
Jamaican-born Florida based Singer/Songwriter, Kristine Alicia, is set to premiere the official music video to her widely acclaimed single “Freedom Fighters” on the 18th of August, 2015 at a viewing party from 7:00pm at RED Cafe and Lounge, 2001 Harrison Street, Hollywood, FL 33020. “Freedom Fighters” is the first single from her upcoming sophomore album […]
Skip Marley, Grandson of Bob Marley, Signs with Chris Blackwell’s Blue Mountain Music Label
Skip Marley, the grandson of reggae legend Bob Marley, has signed a publishing deal with Blue Mountain Music. Chris Blackwell of Blue Mountain signed Bob Marley to Island Records in the 1970s and says he is looking forward to working with Skip Marley who “has so much to offer.” The deal will cover all of […]
A Conversation with Reggae Hip Hop Group, Upstate Cats
This week we have a conversation with the Upstate cats a fresh, innovative, music group from upstate New York. Their sound is soulful hip hop infused with feel good Dancehall Reggae rhythm and vibes along with a smooth glaze of R&B. Here is our conversation with Upstate cats. Q: How did you guys meet and […]
International Reggae Day Unites Jamaica With the World – Review and Photo Highlights
Kingston, Jamaica – One day after a 30-day celebration of Caribbean-American Heritage Month in the USA, reggae fans throughout the world marked the 21st anniversary of International Reggae Day, a 24-hour no-holds barred celebration designed to “inspire, unite and uplift.” Fact is, that was the theme the organizers offered to rally partners from 23 countries […]
Can Reggae Stop ISIS? Shaggy Thinks So
Jamaican reggae artiste Shaggy believes that his music could stop ISIS terrorists because it is so emotional. In an interview with a Florida newspaper, the musician said someone should find a way to “pipe” his tunes into ISIS terror camps to stop those who want to kill. According to Shaggy, the right music prompts an […]
10 Questions with Japanese Reggae Dancehall Artist, Akane
Akane is one of a few female Reggae dancehall singers based in Japan. She has been performing throughout Japan over 10 years with her original style of the combination of singer and deejay style. Touring all over the Japan and her first solo live was a big success. Not only in Japan, but her works […]
10 Things You Never Knew About Mojo Morgan from the reggae band Morgan Heritage
This week we caught up with Mojo Morgan from the reggae band, Morgan Heritage. Often referred to as the Royal Family of Reggae the sensational roots reggae quintet, is comprised of siblings Peetah Morgan (vocals),Una Morgan (keyboard/vocals), Roy “Gramps” Morgan (keyboard/vocals), Nakhamyah “Lukes”Morgan (rhythm guitar) and Memmalatel “Mr. Mojo” Morgan (percussion/vocals). Morgan Heritage is undoubtedly one of […]
Eddie Murphy Teams Up With Dancehall Icon Beenie Man On Brand New Single “Wonna Deez Nites” – Listen Now
Eddie Murphy’s affinity for reggae music continues. The iconic actor, comedian and singer unveils his second song of the year “Wonna Deez Nites” featuring Jamaican dancehall icon Beenie Man. The single will be released on June 30, 2015 on VPAL Music (VP Records’ subsidiary label and distribution arm) and is available for pre-order now on […]
Review: Redemption 11 Concert in Port Au Spain, Trinidad featuring Beres Hammond, Jah Cure & more
Saturday, May 30th was the perfect date for the staging of ‘Redemption 11’ as it was a holiday weekend in recognition of the “Arrival of the Indians”. A record crowd turned out at the Hasley Crawford Stadium in Port Au Spain. The show started with performances from upcoming artiste Vitamins from Spanish Town, Jamaica. He […]