News archive — page 30
Press Releases Samantha J to perform on 106 and Park
BET has selected Samantha J to kick off their Young Starz Week on 106 & Park on December 9. Blending the sounds of Dancehall, Reggae, and Pop, Samantha J will be performing her infectious single Tight Skirt live at 6P/5C on BET on December 9th.
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Press Releases Chronixx, Kelissa and Dre Island ready for Dread and Terrible Europe tour 2014
One of the fastest rising Reggae artists out of Jamaica, Chronixx, is ready to hit the old continent, April + Summer Festivals 2014. Chronixx and Zinc Fence Redemption band will be in Europe presenting the " Dread & Terrible " Tour, alongside with two of the hottest upcoming artists out of Bob Marley´s soil. Dre Island and Kelissa.
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Press Releases Keznamdi set to rock Skyline with Reggae Revival Heavyweights
California based reggae artiste Keznamdi, who recently returned to the island after a two month US West Coast Tour, will play live in Kingston this Friday, December 13 at a special concert dubbed "Keznamdi Live".
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Culture Rest in Power Nelson Mandela
Today the world over bemoans the loss of a man who embodied the true definition of a leader, a warrior, humanitarian, and anti-apartheid activist. Of course we're speaking of none other than Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Demarco ready to unveil Alternative/Reggae Album
Amidst a full roster of activities for the Yuletide season Dancehall & Reggae act Collin Edwards better known as Demarco is currently immersed in the studio working on material for his upcoming album.
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Music Majestic Riddim connects Reggae artistes across the world
With Batelier Records from Slovakia and Flavour Production from Prague, Czech Republic combining their musical love for Reggae, the Majestic Riddim was born unifying varied artists from across the globe.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Super Cat ready for Sting 30th anniversary
William Maragh a.k.a. Super Cat, caught up with Barry G live on air in Jamaica. Barry G got Cat live on the phone in New York as he was hanging out with his manager Earlton. Cat started out by acknowledging the greats who had passed on in the form of Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Garnet Silk, who passed this time in 1994.
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Press Releases Pentateuch and Earth Cry Band to perform at Alma Mater
The Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts (EMCVPA) invites you to support a concert in aid of the School of Music with alumni bands - Earth Cry and Pentateuch on Thursday, December 5, commencing at 7:00 p.m. at the Vera Moody Concert Hall, 1 Arthur Wint Drive, Kingston 5.
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Interviews Etana reflects on female artistes that paved the way for her
"When I started doing Reggae music professionally in 2007, I noticed one thing for sure - females even if they were billed for a show they would be at the bottom of the flyer or really small. They would be made to perform early or not at all," admits Etana reflecting on the progression of female artistes in the musical realm.
By Jordan Delahaye
Press Releases Chronixx and Raging Fyah headline Wickie Wackie Live #3
Wickie Wackie Live returns this Saturday December 7th featuring Chronixx and the Zinc Fence Redemption, Dre Island, Hempress Sativa, Amlak and hosts Raging Fyah. The monthly beach concert series is streamed live on Blak Iwa TV and this edition is the finale event in the inaugural Kingston Music Week.
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Music Chimney Records walks on air with Rising Sun Riddim
Answering the echoing global cry for more Reggae music, Chimney Records gave music lovers what they've been asking for while continuing to push musical boundaries and stay ahead of predictability.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Silly Walks welcome 'Brighter Days' on new riddim
Following their much-talked about sweet-tooth-riddled Honey Pot Riddim, German duo producers Silly Walks Discotheque return with the 'Better Days' Riddim.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Tour De Force gives us an 'Old Time Love' with EP
Following the release of their summer tune "Pool Party", Brooklyn-based production duo and sound system culture activists Tour De Force (TDF) returns with "Old Time Love", the second single from their upcoming full length album "Battle Cry".
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Jamal Gordon; the young voice looking towards a brighter 'Tomorrow'
Fame might be overrated. At least, this is what you'd be inclined to think once you've come across Jamal Gordon who wants to do nothing more than touch hearts with his songs.
By Biko Kennedy
Culture Panmedia staying ahead of the pack with mobile apps
With the globe moving towards a more digitalized nature, Panmedia Limited has committed themselves to earn the title of being 'the leading digital agency' dominating mobile, social media, online marketing and web development coming from Jamaica.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Second Generation Producers Weigh In
Second generation producers Kareem Burrell and Nastassja Hammond share their influences and thoughts on the future of Jamaican music.
By Jordan Delahaye
Interviews TheBeatRoom, Virtual Marketplace for Beats Launched
The BeatRoom provides a virtual marketplace to buy and sell beats/riddims.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Skrillex to DJ at Major Lazer Live in Jamaica
Prince of Dubstep, Skrillex to join Major Lazer in Jamaica this December.
By Jordan Delahaye
Music Jesse Royal To Premiere Modern Day Judas
After successfully releasing 'In Comes The Small Axe' mixtape, Jesse Royal follows up with the official music video for the single 'Modern Day Judas'.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Christopher Ellis turns back the hands of time with debut EP
Embodying a classic Rocksteady spirit, delivered with finger snapping rhythms and paired with gospel-esque harmonies, Ghetto Youth International's Christopher Ellis' debut EP, 'Better Than Love', shows off a musical lover of modern sounds paying homage to its rich past.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Original UB40 lead vocalists Astro and Ali Campbell to reunite
In what would be their first performance in close to six years of separating, UB40's founder and former frontman Ali Campbell will join forces with Astro at Campbell's December 6th concert at the O2's IndigO2 along with original UB40 keyboardist Mickey Virtue.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Lee 'Scratch' Perry heads 'Back on the Controls' for new album
Working alongside UK producer Daniel Boyle, rhythm maverick Lee 'Scratch' Perry is prepping his forthcoming album dubbed 'Back on the Controls' rekindling the spirit of the legendary Black Ark Studio…but they need your help in completing the project.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Mario Evon's 'Soul Tek' gets official video
On November 23, 2013, Reggae-Soul Singer/Songwriter, Mario Evon, released the music video for his first single, 'Soul Tek', from his upcoming debut album 'Reggae-Soul Volume 1: M.E. On Love'.
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Music Shabba Ranks adds verse to A$AP Ferg's 'Shabba' Remix
A$AP Ferg's "Shabba" single spun as one of 2013 biggest bangers with the official video sporting a very rare cameo from The Dancehall Emperor himself. Now near 5 months after the single's release Shabba jumps onto the official remix.
By Biko Kennedy