News archive — page 19
Culture International Reggae Day’s ‘Experience Reggae 360’ well received
Complimenting the International Reggae Day 24-hour media festival showcasing Jamaica’s music culture, a series of lifestyle parties in different cities concluded the ‘Experience Reggae’ promotions on JulyOne where fans were encouraged to experience Reggae 360 - Wear-Play-Dance-Feel-Eat-Love-Be Reggae and plant a tree for IRD.
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Interviews Micah Shemaiah ready to spark a musical revolution on Reggae's soundscape
Not very often do you come across artistes such as Micah but the moment you do you're almost always left excited for the future of music. Destined to break musical barriers while spreading the message of Rastafari, we caught up with Micah to find out more about his visions for the future and his promises of yesterday.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Bob Marley's 'Iron Lion Zion' gets a Makeover on Santana’s Corazón
There is no conceivable way to produce a list of legendary guitarists or influential musicians without including Carlos Santana. The sixty-six year old musician proved that his fingers are just as nimble as ever and still suited to their task on his latest stroke of creative inspiration -- Corazon.
By Jordan Delahaye
Music Kalado all set to thrill fans at his ReggaeSumfest debut
An appearance on internationally acclaimed music Festival, Reggae Sumfest, is every artiste's dream, and for a dancehall act, his sights are firmly fixed on Dancehall Night to show off his skills. Come July 17, Pree Money singer, Kalado, will have his moment with the stars as he makes his official debut at the festival's home in Catherine Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica
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Music General Degree Returns With New Smash EP, 'Bambalam'
Legendary Jamaican artist General Degreeis back with a bang with his new smash EP Bambalam, available worldwide from all major digital retailers on July 15, 2014, with pre-order available now.
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Music Wayne Marshall take fans on a musical journey with his ‘Tru Colors’
Wayne Marshall’s musical career has come a far way since the performer surfaced on the dancehall scene in 2001. He has already secured his place in the pantheon of dancehall music and is on his way to becoming one of the more celebrated veterans in the industry. His latest release reveals just what the artist is all about.
By Jordan Delahaye
Music Aysha Loren wants to ‘Keep It Like It Is’
Effective pop-reggae single out now, taken from ‘Back To You’ EP due July 7th. Readying herself for her first full release after a long break from the industry, Aysha Loren has released funky reggae track ‘Keep It Like It Is’ as a teaser for upcoming EP ‘Back To You’.
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Culture KOTE ends but Artists Hope Support Will Continue
The Kingston on the Edge (KOTE) Urban Art Festival is the largest showcase of its kind in the Caribbean. This year KOTE heralded nine days of creative exhibitions and celebrations all served under the overarching theme of ‘Balance’.
By Jordan Delahaye
Music Lëk Sèn Takes Reggae Back to its African Roots and Beyond
If you’ve seen the Denzel Washington action-thriller Safe House, then you’ve probably already been introduced to Lek Sen’s music. The song “Rebel Blues” from his debut solo release -- Burn -- was featured on the movie’s soundtrack and now, some four years later, the musician is busy promoting his fourth solo album.
By Jordan Delahaye
Music The undying rhythm of Mento
Mento, also referred to as the Jamaican calypso, was perhaps Jamaica's first popular music form. It preceded ska, reggae and dancehall, and was the first genre of music to be recorded for commercial purposes.
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Art The 'Jamaican Mafia' ready to take over theatres
Since the release of a 53-second teaser in March of this year, many have been waiting with bated breath for the release of the official trailer for the original movie, Jamaican Mafia. Well, the wait is over, and the trailer sets the perfect image of the feature film.
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Culture Things to know for the festival season 2014
Jamaica Festival 2014 will enliven a sense of belonging to the nation and reinforce a sense of national responsibility.
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Culture Join Jamaica and The Marley Family on the Road to the Women's World Cup 2015
Beauty, athletic, and bursting with the desire of success. The Reggae Girlz football team is more than ready to head to Canada for the Women's World Cup 2015, but there's just one challenge that's standing in their way that you can help with!
By Biko Kennedy
Music Eva Hype carves new musical path with 'Bachelor of Art' EP
Up-and-coming artiste Eva Hype has his sights set on the top of the music industry and, with the recent release of his debut EP, the entertainer is keen on covering new grounds.
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Culture The Art of Jamaican-styled Dominoes
One of the greatest things about dominoes lies in the fact that anyone can learn the basics rather easily and the more you play the better you become at predicting moves, assuming what’s in your opponents’ hands and of course slamming your final piece on the table after a six-love (6-0) victory.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Jah Vinci channels ‘Ghetto Born’ tribulations on debut album
The album is based on the subculture of inner city life focusing on the hardships “ghetto youths” face such as crime, violence, and poverty. Out of those hardships a star is born to break those barriers and rise to success.
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Music Be a part of Bob Marley's Fanmade Lyric Video of Get Up, Stand Up!
To kick off the 30th anniversary of the album Legend, Universal Music Group is asking you, the fans, to help make a fan lyric video for Get Up, Stand Up comprised of pictures and videos created by YOU, the fans! Stringing together selected submissions and launch the first Fan Lyric Video in July!
By Biko Kennedy
Music Kelissa runs with Chronixx and becomes the 'Winna' on new single
"When you fall pan d ground/ Get up pick up yourself/ Brush off your clothes and prepare for something else "
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Music Orisha Sound’s 'Embrace It (Ft. Sizzla Kalonji)' gets an electric spin
Hit song “Embrace It” by Orisha Sound ft. Sizzla Kalonji just got bigger and better as DJ and producer Ryan Otter is shaking things up with the new remix version.
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Music Cherine asks 'Wah Dat Fah?' on new single
"Soap cyaan wash the pain away, the damage done the heart is stained, " sings Jamaican artist Cherine on her new single titled "Wah Dat Fah?"
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Music Alborosie and Friends Double Disc Celebrates Specialist Influence
On Tuesday, June 24th, Greensleeves Records will release Specialist Presents Alborosie & Friends, a double disc of duets chronicling the ascent of the renowned Jamaican music executive Clifton 'Specialist' Dillon and his Sicilian-born reggae virtuoso Alborosie (Alberto D'Ascola).
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Music Sumfest Launch Promises The Best Yet
Just when it seemed that the 'greatest one night reggae show on earth' could get no better, Reggae Sumfest 2014 promises to be bigger and better than ever before.
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Art Caribbean’s Largest Art Festival to Launch in Kingston Tonight
Since it started in 2007, the Kingston on the Edge (KOTE) Urban Art Festival has celebrated the diverse artists who live, work and are inspired by Kingston. More than 450 artists and performers from the U.S., France, Spain, Canada and even Cuba have already participated in transforming the largest English speaking city south of Miami into the art capital of the Caribbean.
By Jordan Delahaye
Music Pay Attention returns with heat for the summer
Lovers of Hip Hop music and lyricism will have to wait no longer as Kingston’s premier Hip Hop event, Pay Attention, returns on Saturday, July 19 inside Club Indulge, South Beach Cafe?. The two-year old party and showcase series went on a short hiatus after its March staging this year to allow for expansion of the brand.
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