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Kabaka Pyramid Leads The Way
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Kabaka Pyramid Leads The Way

Kabaka Pyramid to release second EP "Lead The Way" on November 5th.

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Kickstart Bolt Riley- A Reggae Adventure game
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Kickstart Bolt Riley- A Reggae Adventure game

Creators of the Quest for Glory series, Lori and Corey Cole, have teamed up with independent game studio Adventure Mob to create "Bolt Riley - A Reggae Adventure", and return to Kickstarter to raise the funds required to finish production of the game which has been mostly produced with internal funding.

By Tanaka Tiki Roberts

Sean Paul Want Dem All on US Club Tour
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Sean Paul Want Dem All on US Club Tour

Sean Paul embarks on US club tour to promote upcoming album 'Full Frequency' (See Date Here)

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Marley ranks at #5 in Forbes' Top-Earning Dead Celebrities 2013
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Marley ranks at #5 in Forbes' Top-Earning Dead Celebrities 2013

With over three decades following his untimely passing, Bob Marley is listed at number five in Forbes' top-earning dead celebrities; edging out the likes of Marilyn Monroe, John Lennon, Albert Einstein and Bruce Lee.

By Biko Kennedy

I-Octane looks ahead to sophomore album release
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I-Octane looks ahead to sophomore album release

Being a part of a cyclone of good fortune since the beginning of 2013, I-Octane has made the best of the moment and is ready to give fans an opus that assures to be a stepping stone for greater things to come.

By Biko Kennedy

Wickie Wackie Live welcomes I-Wayne, Roots Underground and Sherieta
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Wickie Wackie Live welcomes I-Wayne, Roots Underground and Sherieta

WICKIE WACKIE LIVE is back again next Saturday, November 2nd, with the lyrically gifted I-Wayne, Reggae soldiers Roots Underground, songstress Sherieta, newcomers Earth Cry Band and Rachaad.

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Keesing Live bursts with enthusiasm for Heroes Day Edition
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Keesing Live bursts with enthusiasm for Heroes Day Edition

Saturday night saw another successful staging of the ongoing live music series dubbed 'Keesing Live', held at 5 Keesing Avenue. The special Heroes Day edition of the series was definitely one that won't be erased from the memory any time soon and sure enough will be talked about for quite a while.

By Jordan Delahaye

Chronixx talks potential of Reggae having successfully wowed fans globally
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Chronixx talks potential of Reggae having successfully wowed fans globally

From the US to Europe to the Caribbean, Chronixx has been earning critical acclaims ever since the spotlight has been turned his way. And with what many may see as a never ending momentum, the 'Trouble' singjay has no intention of letting go of his dream of spreading the messages of Reggae that his forefathers had left behind.

By Biko Kennedy

Hawaii's The Green Tops Billboard Reggae Chart
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Hawaii's The Green Tops Billboard Reggae Chart

HAWAIIAN REGGAE BAND, THE GREEN DEBUTS AT #1 ON THE BILLBOARD REGGAE CHART AND #77 ON THE BILLBOARD TOP 200 CHART WITH THEIR NEW RELEASE HAWAI'I '13

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Next Move: Wayne Marshall readies 'Tru Colors' EP packed with surprises
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Next Move: Wayne Marshall readies 'Tru Colors' EP packed with surprises

From 'Go Hard' to 'I Know', Wayne Marshall has been releasing a slew of musical gems since the announcement of his Ghetto Youth International debut album, dubbed 'Tru Colors', and the wait is almost over as he readies the 'Tru Colors EP' just to whet appetites.

By Biko Kennedy

Shaggy's 'Out of Many One Music' album stream
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Shaggy's 'Out of Many One Music' album stream

Sprinkled with love ballads, a sense of thought provoking lyricism and an undisputed ode to Reggae's golden era, Shaggy's collaborative effort with Sly and Robbie - Out of Many One Music - spins as an opus Reggae lovers will basking in and curious listeners will yearn for more.

By Biko Kennedy

Remembering 'The King of Ska': Desmond Dekker
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Remembering 'The King of Ska': Desmond Dekker

Desmond Dacres, better known as Desmond Dekker, waltzed his way into the hearts of listeners in the early 1960's with popular tracks inclusive of 'Israelites', 'Intensified', 'Honour Your Father and Mother' and '007 (Shanty Town)' and cemented himself as one of the greatest Jamaican artiste to every grace a mic.

By Biko Kennedy

Bring it Back: Horace Andy 'Skylarking'
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Bring it Back: Horace Andy 'Skylarking'

A former Studio One protégé, Horace Andy's compelling compositions and vocal delivery has annexed itself to Reggae's ever growing vocabulary and as the years pass has become an integral part of the fabric of Jamaica's musical landscape. With hits including "Fever" and "Just Say Who" squarely securing him among Reggae greats, Andy would often refer to "Skylarking" as the single that changed everything for him.

By Biko Kennedy

Marley, the lover…not the fighter
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Marley, the lover…not the fighter

The portrayal of Bob Marley as a singer of love songs has never really been properly documented, or has he been given due recognition by musicologists and music historians for his work in that area.

By Biko Kennedy

Marley joins Dave's Wear for online charity auction
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Marley joins Dave's Wear for online charity auction

Bob Marley's second hand nature to always give twice as much as he'd receive led to him being a great philanthropist in his own right. So when the 'Marley' brand decides to partner with another company for a good cause it's always a perfect match being made.

By Biko Kennedy

Young Vibez Production Releases Dark Side Riddim
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Young Vibez Production Releases Dark Side Riddim

Young Vibes Production releases new riddim featuring I-Octane, Christopher Martin, Popcaan and Jahmiel

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Sky Taylor aiming to achieve the unachievable
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Sky Taylor aiming to achieve the unachievable

In today's musical landscape bringing something fresh and uniquely new to the table isn't as easy as it sounds. But every so often there'll come along an artiste that simply won't hesitate to take your breath away with their impeccable talent. One such up and coming act is Sky Taylor.

By Biko Kennedy

Tessanne Chin faces Donna Allen in a Team Adam battle on The Voice
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Tessanne Chin faces Donna Allen in a Team Adam battle on The Voice

With a goose bump-riddled performance of Pink's powerful ballad 'Try' in September as her audition piece, Tessanne Chin immediately became a fan favorite and a force her fellow contestants would have to reckon with. Now in the much anticipated battle rounds, Chin is set to face veteran Pop singer Donna Allen.

By Biko Kennedy

Sean Paul's upcoming album to bring 'Full Frequency'
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Sean Paul's upcoming album to bring 'Full Frequency'

As the release of his sixth studio album inches closer, Sean Paul has continued to evolve as an artiste and entertainer, clearly displayed during his performance at Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith in London on October 8th.

By Biko Kennedy

When Chronixx met BBC Radio 1Xtra Live
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When Chronixx met BBC Radio 1Xtra Live

Bunny Wailer once said "It is mentioned of in the bible that there will be a music that all people of all global concern shall play and dance and sing this music…Reggae." It's with this in mind that you'll see Chronixx channelling all his Reggae forefathers in every performance he does and never disappointing.

By Biko Kennedy

Jah9 to release official video for 'Jungle'
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Jah9 to release official video for 'Jungle'

Following the release of the video for the 'anthemic' New Name single in late 2012, Jah9 returns with Jungle – another glimpse of the singer's forward thinking, neo-roots aesthetic.

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KABAKA PYRAMID TO RELEASE - "LEAD THE WAY" EP
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KABAKA PYRAMID TO RELEASE - "LEAD THE WAY" EP

Reggae artist Kabaka Pyramid is set to release his new EP, "Lead the Way" in November.

By Tanaka Tiki Roberts

Rocksteady, Reggae owe much to Alton Ellis
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Rocksteady, Reggae owe much to Alton Ellis

Alton Ellis undeniably epitomised Rocksteady's era with an overflow of tearjerkers that depicted him as one who wore his heart on his sleeve but gave listeners so much more

By Biko Kennedy

Keznamdi Scores Good Grade From Don Corleon
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Keznamdi Scores Good Grade From Don Corleon

Reggae Revival artiste Keznamdi has teamed up with multi-platinum billboard producer Donovan Bennett aka Don Corleon to produce his latest single Grade.

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