‘Stepping Razor’, A Conversation with Jamaican Singer and Actor, Christopher Martin
Christopher Martin recently breezed into NYC to promote the release of his new EP ‘Stepping Razor’ and I had an opportunity to sit with him in the offices of VP Records in Queens. SHP: When you hear the words ‘Stepping Razor’- Peter Tosh immediately comes to mind, what made you select that name for the […]
Reggae star, Wayne Wonder, helps kick-off the City of Miramar 60th Anniversary 3-day long celebration
The 60th Anniversary celebration of the City of Miramar, a 3-day long event packed celebration included the invitation only event, The Art Speaks at the Miramar Cultural Center on Thursday, May 14. The event started after a cocktail hour at 7:05 pm. After a quiet entry by reggae star, Wayne Wonder, the evening’s activities […]
Bob Marley Statue Unveiled in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
A new bronze statue of reggae legend Bob Marley has been unveiled in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The statue, created by Ethiopian sculptor Bizuneh Tesfa, stands at a roundabout in the Gerji area, now named Bob Marley Square. The unveiling took place on Saturday, April 19, 2015, with city officials and members of the local community […]
British Jamaican singer Errol Brown of the famous 1975 hit song “You Sexy Thing” has died
British Jamaican singer Errol Brown who was the frontman for the group Hot Chocolate has died at 71 from from liver cancer. Brown was born in Kingston, Jamaica, but migrated to the United Kingdom when he was twelve years old. Hot Chocolate’s hits included “You Sexy Thing”, “Emma”, “So You Win Again” and “Brother Louie”. The […]
Conversation with Billy “Mystic” Wilmot from the Mystic Revealers
This week we have a conversation with Billy “Mystic” Wilmot from the reggae band, Mystic Revealers. After 15-year hiatus the dub rockers band recently reunited to release a new album titled, “Crucial Cuts”, on the VP Records Label. The first single from the album titled “Herb Must Legalize Now” features international reggae star Chronixx and […]
10 Questions with Jamaican-American Singer, Teenear
Signed to Miami’s key influencer in the music industry—Slip N’ Slide Records—Jamaican-American star Teenear is diligently working on elevating her craft. With support from fellow label associates, Trina and Sebastian Mikael, Teenear is destined to share her voice with the world. Amazingly at the age of 18, the Miami native’s powerful vocals possess an unmistakable […]
Shelly Thunder Celebrates 50th Milestone
I had the honor of being invited by Barka B of the New Lots Family, to participate in the 50-birthday party for pioneer New York’s reggae artist Shelly Thunder, who broke barriers for females artist in reggae music as she took dancehall to mainstream. The night’s proceeding turned to a celebration of Shelly Thunders 50th […]
Commentary: Studio One – Legacy or Millstone
Morna “StudioOne” Dodd, is one of Studio One legend Coxsone Dodd’s children. An entrepreneur in her own right, this chef and businesswoman seems to have inherited her father’s passion for business, legacy and family. However her quest to continue in her father’s footsteps has thrust her into the path of adversity, animus and obstruction. Morna […]
Review: One Love In The Park With Sanchez and Friends
So it’s Valentine’s Day and you want to do something special with your love, what to do what to do? What about if you’re single and looking for love on Valentine’s Day, fret not. Let’s hope there is a One Love in the Park in your future and let’s hope Sanchez brings his friends! Perfect […]
10 Things Bob Marley Would be Happy About
As I look at the reggae industry today, it’s hard not to hark back to reggae’s heyday, when Bob Marley ruled the airwaves with his positive conscious music. Bob Marley, part of the singing trio The Wailers was discovered by Island Records CEO Chris Blackwell when Blackwell took a chance on the unknown group and […]