News archive — page 31
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By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Penthouse Records Releases 25th Anniversary Special
Penthouse Records commemorates 25th anniversary with the release of "Penthouse Records 25 Years - The Journey Continues" two disc compilation featuring Garnett Silk, Buju Banton and Marcia Griffiths among others
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Music Jamaika untuk bertemu Indonesia di 'Reggae Indonesia' documenter
In what is expected to be an eye-opening film, Jamaicansmusic.com ventured to Jakarta, Indonesia to explore the blossoming Reggae scene coursing throughout the archipelago in hopes of placing a global spotlight on their multifaceted artistes.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Protoje Releases Militant New Single
Protoje signaled his homecoming to the Jamaican music scene with the release of "Resist Not Evil" on Overstand Entertainment's Militancy Riddim.
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Music Major Lazer Live in JAMAICA
Major Lazer returns to Jamaica on December 20th for a full-out rave at The New Mas Camp.
By Jordan Delahaye
Interviews Samantha J turning multiple heads in her 'Tight Skirt'
Placing an interesting twist on Red Rat's 1996/7 hit single 'Tight Up Skirt', Samantha J's single doesn't simply waft through the airwaves but pulls you closer with every lyric she evoke.
By Biko Kennedy
Better Mus' Come reaches Netflix
With critics, film lovers and varied curious minds dubbing 'Better Mus' Come' a modern classic for Jamaican filmography, Netflix customers will have the opportunity to catch wind of the film often liken to the 1972 Jimmy Cliff-starred 'The Harder They Come' come November 11th.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Jay Strausser's last Bob Marley interview
Only days before he boarded his flight to Germany for alternative treatment for his terminal cancer Bob Marley spoke with disc jock Jay Strausser about Jamaican music and his career.(Listen to full interview)
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Press Releases Kabaka Pyramid Leads The Way
Kabaka Pyramid to release second EP "Lead The Way" on November 5th.
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Press Releases 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
Press Releases 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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Music 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
Music 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
Music 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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Music 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
Music 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
Press Releases 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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Music 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
Music 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
Music 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
Music 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
Music 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
Culture 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
Press Releases 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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