News archive — page 22
Music Brooklyn’s Tour de Force releases their inner 'Battle Cry' on LP
Following the successful release of the remix EP Old Time Love, Tour de Force announces its highly anticipated full-length album, Battle Cry to be released on the duo’s label, Dub-Stuy Records.
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Music Pay Attention celebrates ‘Biggie Smalls’
Kingston, Jamaica: Kingston’s premier Hip Hop party and showcase series, Pay Attention, is adding a twist to its upcoming staging on Saturday, March 8. The event, held inside Club Indulge, South Beach Cafe, will be celebrating the life of The Notorious B.I.G., aka ‘Biggie Smalls’, who died on March 9, 1997.
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Music Previously unreleased concert photos of Bob Marley surface
Having gems like these should truly be cherished in its purest form and what better way to do so than sharing them with Marley's ever-growing fan base? Thanks to our friends at the MidnightRaverBlog we now have more images of a man that redefine how we appreciate and accept the power of Reggae music.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Akua Kamau pays tribute to Jamaican and African heritage with Instrumental EP pays
Clocking in at 7 songs of high quality, the new EP from Akau Kamau is a release that is formed around the themes of Jamaican and African traditions and, in the artist’s words, ‘Ancestral Reverence’.
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Music Back to back Bob Marley tribute concerts set to rock DC
DC is getting ready for two exciting nights of Bob Marley Tribute concerts at The Hamilton on Friday February 28th and Saturday March 1st .
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Music Learn about your intellectual property at the Music Copyright seminar 2014
You’re officially invited to take part in the WeGeneration Music Copyright Seminar 2014. Topics to be discussed include: Monitoring your Music and Creative Works i.e Photography, Graphics, Choreography, Visual Arts, Music Production, Music Publishing. Also a Full overview of The 7 rights of an Artistes.
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Music Conkarah paints the ending of a forever love in ‘Ocean’s Away’ video
Have you ever experienced a kissed that tasted like the beginning of forever with time standing still just so your hearts can beat as one? But while you’re steady making plans, life tends to happen in such a way where that forever wasn’t meant for you to enjoy. That’s the tale being told in Conkarah’s soon-to-be released video Ocean’s Away.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Sean Paul give fans an interactive experience with 'Full Frequency'
Sean Paul fans can have fun with his Full Frequency album. Using the free Layer app, scan the album cover for great free exclusive content popping out on your screen.
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Culture Jamaica Youth Chorale sings of Ancestor voices
Celebrating five years, the JYC is a real collision of personalities and energies from all across the island. Sometimes too much energy but it all comes together for the sake of the music; excellent music.
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Music ‘Sleng Teng’ mastermind, Wayne Smith, passes at 48
Creating the sound that would ultimately define and shape the future of a musical genre is an accomplished engraved in the musical archives only to a select few. Wayne Smith stood among them; having co-created the ‘Sleng Teng’ rhythm of 1985…a rhythm Dancehall will never forget.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Meet Korean Reggae pioneers Windy City
Reggae’s global reach never ceases to amazing and impress music listeners; especially Reggae enthusiasts. Creating a unique blend of Jirubak (Korean jitterbug), R&B, Funk and a Reggae undertone, Windy City has been turning heads with their perspective of the island rhythms mixed with a Korean touch.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Addis Pablo reflects 'In My Father's House' Documentary
Addis Pablo, in a somewhat expected step has taken up a career as a performer and producer following in his father's footsteps, a brave and challenging move considering the status and work which his father achieved and still maintains to this day across the world.
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Music Calling all aspiring vocalists...
Not everyday opportunties like these come along! It's time to seize the moment and run with it!
By Biko Kennedy
Music Jah9 to deliver 'The Dub Treatment'
Jah9 performs a full live set with her own band for the very first time since the launch (of her debut album, New Name) onThursday, February 27 at the Countryside Club in Kingston. The Dub Treatment will be a unique addition to the schedule of activities taking place in February during Jamaica’s reggae month.
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Music Sean Paul/Konshens shuts down The Arsenio Hall Show with high energy
Waving the Jamaican flags high on The Arsenio Hall Show on February 13th, Sean Paul performed his latest single Want Dem All, which features fellow Dancehall heavyweight Konshens, to a roaring applause from the studio audience.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Byngham releases single for Valentines' Day
Upcoming Reggae/Dancehall artist Byngham, hailing from Lilliput, Montego Bay releases his new single entitled “Adultery”, in which he sings about being involved with another man's wife.
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Music Ziggy Marley needs your help to create his next music video
Here's a cool social media contest to enter; it's simple and promises to be a whole lot of fun!
By Biko Kennedy
Music Third World to honor Bunny Rugs at Blue Mountain Music Festival
Nestled among Jamaica’s eastern mountains amidst majestic eucalyptus trees and indigenous flora, the Holywell Recreational Park will host the first Blue Mountain Music Festival. On February 22, TOK’s Roshaun “Bay-C” Clarke and the Bombrush Records family invite you to this celebration of art, life and Reggae music
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Music Marla Brown pays tribute to her dad; Dennis Brown
The daughter of 'Crown Prince of Reggae' Dennis Brown, Marla Brown, launches solo music career with a tribute to her dad on the single Here Comes The King.
By Biko Kennedy
Music I-Octane ready to ignite 2014 with 'My Journey'
Reggae star I-Octane ignites the New Year with his new album My Journey, available worldwide in stores and online on March 4, 2014 from DJ Frass/Tad’s Record.
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Music Stephen Marley asks are you a 'Thorn Or a Rose' on new single
With Revelation Part 2: Fruit of Life set to be release summer 2014, Stephen Marley lets loose a new single with The Roots' lead vocalist Black Thought on a jazz-inspired single dubbed Thorn or a Rose.
By Biko Kennedy
Culture Jamaicans clap along to Pharrell Williams' 'Happy'
After releasing the world’s first 24-hour music video for Happy, singer-rapper-producer Pharrell Williams has intentionally lifted listeners’ spirit and created a rather cool viral trend.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Samantha J gets fierce on 'Hot Gyal Anthem'
Delivering braggadocios lyrics over a bass-heavy, club-ready, uptempo, bouncing production, the young chanteuse is holding nothing back as she slowly carves her own path on Jamaica's musical soundscape with her sophomore single.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Bob Marley reunites with Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer
It is a thought likely pondered upon countless times over – how dramatically would Reggae music change if the original Wailers were to reunite once more for the concert of a lifetime. In this tale, we honor Bob's life and death by creating an alternative reality, one where he still lives. Enjoy!
By Shavonneice Loubar