News archive — page 25
Interviews Jah Bouks makes his trod to mama Africa
Jah Bouks' spiral to the top of everyone's radars came as no surprise. His musical persona embodies what a true musician aspires to be; delivering songs that transcends race and social class while ensuring the its underline message is echoed positively through an ever-growing fan base. We caught up with the Angola crooner for an in-depth interview as he readies his set for the upcoming Earth Hour Acoustic Concert on March 29th.
By Biko Kennedy
Music T.O.K pays homage to Third World's Bunny Rugs with 'Now That We Found Love' cover
Shot at the Blue Mountain Music Festival in February (along with some rehearsal footage) where the band was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award, T.O.K lets loose their renditions of one of the band's biggest hits - Now That We Found Love.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Ruth Royes; sprinkling passion in every note she evokes
To say her vocal tone can effortlessly pull you closer with every infliction of her voice would be a gross understatement. Ruth has been captivating audiences for quite some time now but she is steadily calculating her moves in anticipation of the globe echoing her name in unison. We caught up with her a few days ahead of her performance at the Earth Hour Acoustic Concert to explore her intriguing personality.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Stephen Marley teams up with Capleton and Sizzla to deliver a 'Rock Stone' throwing single
With Revelation Part 2: The Fruit of Life set for a summer release, Stephen Marley keeps dropping gems along the way. With Rock Stone being no different.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Stephanie embarks on a journey of musical fulfilment
With a vocal caress that dances effortlessly from her smile, Stephanie has been wowing audiences with every performances she does while slowly etching her name amongst her childhood idols; but there's always that desire of giving and doing more. We caught up with the songbird, as she prepare for the Earth Hour Acoustic Concert to find out a bit more about her inspiring musical journey thus far.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Young Reggae Crooner Jahmiel Signs Management Deal with American Based Company
To say that 2014 thus far has been a whirlwind would be an understatement for rising star Jahmiel. The young artist career has undergone a makeover and breathed new life in the budding crooner.
By Shuzzr PR & MPR Consulting
Music Wiz Khalifa ‘Play Hard’ for Reggae Sumfest
US Rapper and Black and Yellow hit maker Wiz Khalifa has been confirmed for the 2014 staging of Reggae Sumfest. With the date to the much anticipated show fast approaching, the organizers are pleased to announce Khalifa’s involvement as part of the 2014 staging, July 13th - 19th at the Catherine Hall Entertainment Complex.
By Contributed
Music Rhythmical Remedy - Keznamdi performs at California Children’s Hospital
Reggae artiste Keznamdi recently performed at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Benioff Children’s Hospital as a part of their music therapy programme aimed at providing stress free relief to patients and families.
By Contributed
Interviews Cali P reaching beyond sky's limit
Often we're told that the sky's the limit but Cali P's destiny seems to believe in something much more...the idea of limitlessness and as such he'll never stop dreaming dreams beyond sky's limit. As Cali P prepares for his performance at the Earth Hour Acoustic Concert, we caught up for a brief interview-turn-learning-experience.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Unplugged: Tifa
As part of their new weekly series dubbed JussBuss Acoustic, JussBussTV delivers unplugged versions of some fan favourite from the artistes themselves. In this episode, Tifa delivered varied lyrical-gymnastic-moments as she skipped through her ever-growing musical catalogue. Check it out!
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Aisha Davis whispers melodies to the stars
It's been a while since female vocalists dominated varied musical soundscapes but with the ever-shifting persona of Reggae and Dancehall, Aisha Davis is determined to change the predictability of the genres by all mean necessary. Slated to perform at the Earth Hour Acoustic Concert on March 29th, we caught up with the bubbly chanteuse speaking on everything from musical identities to blurring genres.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Barrington Levy Premieres "Rosie" Video
Barrington Levy premieres the official music video for first single "Rosie" off his forthcoming album.
By Tanaka Roberts
Music Flow Partners With Jamaicansmusic.com For Free Earth Hour Concert
Jamaica will join over 150 countries participating in Earth Hour on March 29th the single, largest symbolic mass participation event in the world which celebrates a commitment to the planet by switching off lights for one designated hour. This global campaign encourages individuals, businesses and governments to protect and take positive actions for the environment.
By Contributed
Music Machu Ezra ushers new sound into Jamaica
Not only is his voice and production selection garnering comparisons to the likes of The Weeknd, Elijah Blake and JMSN; Machu Ezra is determined to change the close-mindedness surrounding Jamaican music by offering an alternative edgier palette. Jamaicansmusic.com caught up with the crooner for an indepth interview. Check it out!
By Biko Kennedy
Music Chronixx readies 'The Dread and Terrible Project' for April
The highly anticipated EP by Chronixx is confirmed for a release on April 1st. The Dread & Terrible Project will be available on all digital outlets for purchase, but at the same time it's possible to download it for FREE on the official websiteCHRONIXXMUSIC.com
By Contributed
Culture Jamaica readies Acoustic Concert as the world unites for Earth Hour
In its eighth year, WWF’s Earth Hour continues to defy expectations by mobilising hundreds of millions of people around different environmental priorities across the planet. And now in 2014, the movement further expands its digital and on the ground reach from the Amazon to the Artic and Tahiti to Tanzania, with a groundswell of action creating massive impact around the world to shine a light on the incredible work being done to create a sustainable planet.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Protoje and Chronixx first official collaboration
Two of Reggae music's emergent leaders gifted their fans what they have been anticipating for the better part of two years. The new record titled “Who Knows” is an indomitable combination of Protoje's lyrical prowess and Chronixx's mesmerizing melodies.
By Anubis Communications
Music Unplugged: Keznamdi
As part of their new weekly series dubbed JussBuss Acoustic, JussBussTV delivers unplugged versions of some fan favourite from the artistes themselves. In this episode, Keznamdi Bridge the Gap on musical genres and opened viewers eyes and ears to new heights of Reggae music.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Jah9’s Dub Treatment Delivers
Jah9 delivered a first class performance at ‘The Dub Treatment’, her new branded event experience that premiered at the cozy Countryside venue to close Reggae Month. The event was well supported by not only loyal Jah 9 fans but was well supported by the media and fellow artists who made cameo appearances during the three hour show, including Chronixx, Raging Fyah lead singer Kumar Bent, Kabaka Pyramid and others.
By Contributed
Music Murder Conviction: Vybz Kartel and Three Co-Accused Found Guilty After 64-Day Trial, March 2014
On March 13, 2014, a Home Circuit Court jury convicts Adidja Palmer, Shawn Campbell, Kahira Jones and Andre St John by a 10–1 majority for the 2011 killing of Clive ‘Lizard’ Williams. Life sentences with hard labour follow three weeks later. The men maintain their innocence.
By JamaicansMusic Editorial
Music Living HeART Vol. 1 paints visions of Phillip ‘Fatis' Burrell
Spinning tunes laced with Phillip ‘Fatis’ Burrell’s persona but riddled with a more modern touch, Living HeART Vol.1 packs a captivating tale from beginning to end.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Unplugged: Dre Island
As part of their new weekly series dubbed JussBuss Acoustic, JussBussTV delivers unplugged versions of some fan favourite from the artistes themselves. In this episode, Dre Island shares his Rastafarian Way and militant second nature he's painting in the Jamaican musical soundscape.
By Biko Kennedy
Culture Reggae meets Carnival in Brazil
Boasting a number of Jamaican personalities and musician, last weekend’s Florianopolis Carnival in Brazil painted a vibrant persona of the universal language of Reggae with a float littered with a myriad of Jamaica colours.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Rhythm Child Releases Kindie Reggae
A family that sings together stays together; or at least this is the maxim that Norman Jones and his family seem to embrace.
By Jordan Delahaye