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Interviews Yashae pulls us closer with her 'Boomerang'
Meet Yashae, the Urban Pop singer-songwriter, that rare artiste who comes along every once in a while, with uniqueness that simply radiates. We caught up with the budding chanteuse to learn more about her and her debut single Boomerang.
By Biko Kennedy
Culture Sevana shines in 'Losing Patience'
'Losing Patience', is a (very) mini series which is packed with relatable moments and humour-riddled punches!
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Music Estelle lives happily with 'Love Like Ours'
Give her a pen, paper and a mic and this songbird is sure to melt you heart away. We caught up with Estelle to explore her musical journey thus far, her frame of mind presently and her upcoming album led by the Tarrus Riley-assisted Love Like Ours.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews The Open Mind of Eli'Jah
We caught up with the budding Reggae singer to find out more about his beginnings, musical journey and his hopes for the future.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Duane Forest ready to change lives with 'The Climb'
We caught up with the crooner to find out more about his beginnings, his non-profit charity and musical journey.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Protoje Delivers Cinematic Visuals for Powerful “Blxxd Money” Single
There are some songs that need interesting visuals to make it more appealing, and others that are so vivid that the entire picture instantly paints itself within each listener’s mind. Protoje’s single “Blxxd Money” is definitely the latter. In just under four minutes, the Jamaican artist packages a story of corruption into a catchy song that allows the message to sink in deeper with each replay of the single.
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Music Watch Reggae Sumfest 2017 Live!
Be a part of the Reggae Sumfest 2017 experience!
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews This is the statement. This is the mission. 'I'm from Kingston!'
The cathartic force of 'I'm from Kingston' reverberates throughout the single's entirety, leaving listeners in a 3-minute-long trance which acts as a mirror to the city's heartbeat. Though it's his debut single/video, Adiel Thomas (Diel) has masterfully woven together a track that is certainly replay worthy. We caught up with the crooner to find out more about his beginnings and musical journey.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews No one can 'Love You Like' Che'Nelle
Born in Malaysia, raised in Australia, and living in Los Angeles, Che'Nelle embodies the essence of truly marrying cultures while being uniquely her. With a vocal range reminiscent of a young Whitney Houston and the creative delivery of Mariah Carey, Che'Nelle has a musical charm that you simply can't resist. We caught up with the beautiful chanteuse to find out more about her musical journey and her latest single Love You Like Me.
By Biko Kennedy
Music BOB MARLEY AND THE WAILERS: The Ultimate Illustrated History
The new book, BOB MARLEY AND THE WAILERS: The Ultimate Illustrated History (Voyageur Press, September 1, 2017 / US $35) documents the Jamaican legends’ crucial role in establishing reggae's global popularity and enduring influence with socially conscious lyrics that made Marley a global symbol of pride and justice.
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Interviews Riding new waves with Marley Waters
You probably heard the "Marley Waters" producer tag but maybe haven't heard his name as an artist, YET! Marley Waters has been showcasing his skill set as a DJ, producer and a songwriter for a while now, helping many artists craft songs such as Tinashe's Platinum Single '2 on’, Christina Milian, and Ellie Goulding, just to name a few.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Complex Media Breaks Down the Caribbean's Impact On The DNA of Hip Hop
Complex unfolds the often under-reported story of how important the Caribbeans are to Hip Hop music, the creation of the genre and where today's culture would be without the influence.
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Music 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF GREENSLEEVES RECORD LABEL CELEBRATED WITH NEW YORK CITY CONCERT
On Wednesday June 21, 2017, VP Records and the famous B.B. Kings Blues Club in Times Square, New York held an epic night of international roots reggae and dub to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of historic U.K. reggae label, Greensleeves Records.
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Music Mini-Documentary: Reggae Band EarthKry, The making of Debut Album "Survival"
As EarthKry prepares for the release of their anticipated "Survival" debut album June 30th, and a summer tour kicking off on International Reggae Day, July 1st, the reggae band has taken fans and music lovers into the making of their inaugural anthology.
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Culture Celebrating Love, African Culture and Creativity with Siwatu Jewelry
Siwatu Jewelry was created by Mr. & Mrs. Abayomi, positioning themselves as a modern-classic jewelry duo crafting their way through an Afrocentric landscape and presenting nothing short of breathtaking pieces. We caught up with Sentwali & Ashenafi to learn more about the brand and its inevitable future!
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Tifa ready to add some GLEAM to your life
Nothing completes an outfit the way the perfect frame does. Being the fashionista she is, Tifa is tapping into the eyewear market and it certainly looks like she's on to something here! You can grab a pair of GLEAM at Bone and Eye Clinic on Old Hope Road, Kingston, Jamaica and Pure Vision in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Discover the kaleidoscopic world of Khalia
In a musical climate where sounds and techniques are duplicated on a consistent basis, rarely do you come across a sound that is truly deserving of replay value. Then came along Khalia. Bubbly, strategy, witty. We caught up with her recently to find out more about her beginnings and what her future success stories will entail.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews 'Everything Is Irie' with Yeza's debut single
YEZA, derived from the name Yezambique, which means ‘Strength and Resilience’ in Swahili, wants to liberate African minds through her music. The singer-songwriter is confident about her debut single, which was self- written and jointly produced with Calibud Music & Universal Reggae Sounds. We caught up with the budding artiste to learn more about her musical journey.
By Biko Kennedy
Culture Ben and Jerry's Bob Marley flavor - This is what peace tastes like
"Bob Marley stood for more than just music – he advocated for social change and inspired millions to think about peace, love, and equality," noted co-founder of Ben and Jerry's, Jerry Greenfield.
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Interviews You need to know chanteuse Ammoye
We caught up with the songstress to talk about her latest offering and her inevitable successful future.
By Biko Kennedy
Music New Bob Marley Autopsy Documentary
Watch this new documentary: Autopsy - The Last Hours Of… Bob Marley"A documentary series that reveals the truth behind the controversial deaths of global icons and people whose untimely deaths were surrounded by scandal and intense media attention."
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Interviews Troydel Wallace - A new perspective on different
With a multitude of artists surfacing throughout the creative landscape yearly, there are many that will go overlooked while others will shine effortlessly. Then you'll come across Troydel Wallace; an impeccable force to be reckoned with. We recently caught up with him to learn more about his humble beginnings and his dreams of the future.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Chris Brown flexes Dancehall prowess with Konshens
Dancehall, the difficult to quantify and forever shape-shifting genre, finds Konshens consistently evolving with its sound yet remaining true to his core fanbase. With a little over a year since its debut, his single Bruk Off grabs an irresistible remix from RnB crooner Chris Brown.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Protoje’s Blood Money Begs No Pardons
Every now and then, there comes a song that helps make sense of the world around us. Even if just for a minute, the song transports its listeners into the depths of an artiste's mind and soul, giving a voice to far too frequently unspoken, muffled or suppressed thoughts and beliefs.
By Shana-Kay Hart