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Music Joe Higgs' 'Unity is Power' album to be re-released
An instrumental figure structuring the basis of Jamaican music in the 1950's, Joe Higgs' sophomore album, 'Unity is Power' – released in 1979 on the Island Records label – will see a re-released on Pressure Sounds this coming August.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Green Lion's acclaimed Rough Road EP featuring Chronixx, Dre Island and Kabaka Pyramid now available on ITunes
Award-winning producer Zeke Stern, aka Green Lion, producer for OkayPlayer/LargeUp's #5 Top UK Dancehall Tune in 2012 ("We Run England" performed by Mr Williamz) connects reggae, dubstep, dub and dancehall on the Rough Road Riddim (Soul of the Lion Records).
By Contributed
Music Looking back: Reggae Sumfest 2002
A 'groomer of greats' since its inception, Reggae Sumfest have given Reggae lovers worldwide something other festivals haven't; breath-taking moments that seemingly leaves patrons mystified and yearning for more until the next staging. As the clock on the 21st showcasing ticks away, Jamaicansmusic.com looks back at the years that was and how it have evolved as time passes.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Steel Pulse put their hoodies on for Trayvon Martin
Following the acquittal of George Zimmerman on Saturday, July 13, a host of tribute singles have spilled onto the blogosphere with veteran British Reggae band Steel Pulse weighing in with their single 'Put Your Hoodies On [4 Trayvon]'.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Stephen Marley finds an amazing love on 'You and Me Attract'
As the world twiddles their thumbs in anticipation of his upcoming LP, 'Revelation Part II: The Fruit of Life', – the follow up to 'Revelation Part 1: Root of Life' – Stephen Marley lets loose a deeper emotional side on his single 'You and Me Attract'.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Vybz Kartel's 'The Voice Of The Jamaican Ghetto' album stream
Arguably one of Jamaica's most prolific lyricists in the past decade, Vybz Kartel's voice has been looked at as the scapegoat of the underprivileged by the 'upper echelon' of Jamaica but by the underprivileged heralded as the untainted truth coming from the ghetto
By Biko Kennedy
Music Bring it Back: Buju Banton 'Wanna Be Loved'
With the release of 'Til Shiloh in 1995, Buju's fourth studio album on Island Records' Loose Cannon subsidiary, his growth in the Rastafarian faith proved that Dancehall music was more far-flung where themes and storylines were concerned. This masterpiece, arguably his best body of work, left hits behind including 'Til I'm Laid To Rest', 'Untold Stories', 'Not An Easy Road' and of course 'Wanna Be Loved'.
By Biko Kennedy
Music I-Octane ready to crave his name among the upper echelon of Dancehall's legacy
With a growing catalogue that seemingly captivates his fanbase upon every listening opportunity, I-Octane has certainly come a long way since his 2007-released 'Stab Vampire'. Now being handed the torch of closing Reggae Sumfest's Dancehall Night – an honour previously held by Beenie Man, Bounty Killa, Shabba Rank and Vybz Kartel – I-Octane is ready to ascend to the rich legacy Reggae Sumfest has garnered over the years.
By Biko Kennedy
Music 80's/90's Dancehall pioneers unit as 'Champion'
Not very often do we hear living legends on the same track…but when we do it's truly an awe-inspiring moment that'll leave you lost for words.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Beres Hammond looks ahead to One Love, One Life Tour
In support of his latest critically-acclaimed album, 'One Love, One Life', Grammy-nominated reggae icon Beres Hammond is set to headline the One Love, One Life Tour slated to span across the north-eastern and south-eastern region of the United States as well as select dates in Canada.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Looking back: Reggae Sumfest 2001
A 'groomer of greats' since its inception, Reggae Sumfest have given Reggae lovers worldwide something other festivals haven't; breath-taking moments that seemingly leaves patrons mystified and yearning for more until the next staging. As the clock on the 21st showcasing ticks away, Jamaicansmusic.com looks back at the years that was and how it have evolved as time passes.
By Biko Kennedy
Music UB40 readies 20th album
Known for singles including 'Red Red Wine', 'Can't Help Falling in Love', 'I Got You Babe', and 'Food for Thought', UB40 has remained as one of the most prolific Reggae bands since the late 1970's and now embarks on releasing their 20th studio album, the first since 2010's 'Labour of Love IV'.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Looking back: Reggae Sumfest 2000
A 'groomer of greats' since its inception, Reggae Sumfest have given Reggae lovers worldwide something other festivals haven't; breath-taking moments that seemingly leaves patrons mystified and yearning for more until the next staging. As the clock on the 21st showcasing ticks away, Jamaicansmusic.com looks back at the years that was and how it have evolved as time passes.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Morgan Heritage: The Bushwick Experience
Since their debut VP Records album Protect Us Jah in 1997 Morgan Heritage has shined as one of reggae's best bands. The accomplishments of the group and individual members are formidable; as song writers, producers and performers they have grown a devoted fan base globally.
By Biko Kennedy
Rototom Sunsplash celebrates 20th anniversary
Slated to take place in Benicàssim, Spain from August 17th – 24th, Rototom Sunsplash celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with a line-up basking with dynamic performers indicating that it is truly the world's biggest Reggae festival.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Looking back: Reggae Sumfest 1999
A 'groomer of greats' since its inception, Reggae Sumfest have given Reggae lovers worldwide something other festivals haven't; breath-taking moments that seemingly leaves patrons mystified and yearning for more until the next staging. As the clock on the 21st showcasing ticks away, Jamaicansmusic.com looks back at the years that was and how it have evolved as time passes.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Bring it Back: Dawn Penn No, No, No (You Don't Love Me)
A classic tale of a song that can never die, Dawn Penn's version of 'You Don't Love Me' has transcended four decades of continued spins with her most recent performance on the BET Awards on Sunday, June 30th causing an increased interest in this once number one cushion.
By Biko Kennedy
Music What does the name Bob Marley mean to you?
With a name that's seemingly written amongst the galaxy's night sky since his birth, Bob Marley's image and name has become synonymous with superstardom; a poster icon of Reggae music and of course a man with a commoving yet polarizing presence that redefined music and culture as we know it.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Beenie Man/Elephant Man open up about BET performance
With a performance that lit social mediums ablaze on Sunday, June 30th, Beenie Man and Elephant Man are still basking in the moment.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Looking back: Reggae Sumfest 1998
A 'groomer of greats' since its inception, Reggae Sumfest have given Reggae lovers worldwide something other festivals haven't; breath-taking moments that seemingly leaves patrons mystified and yearning for more until the next staging. As the clock on the 21st showcasing ticks away, Jamaicansmusic.com looks back at the years that was and how it have evolved as time passes.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Orisha Sound and Sizzla Kalonji Embracing Their Spot On The Jamaican Charts
As she gets ready for the release of her 15 track studio album later this month, Orisha Sound is enjoying the success of the albums' lead single "embrace it", which features Jamaican Reggae icon, Sizzla Kalonji.
By Contributed
Press Releases Gungo Walk World Alternative Music and Arts Festival 2013
The Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts in Kingston will be home again for the second staging of The Gungo Walk World Alternative Music & Arts Festival.
By Contributed
Press Releases Public to vote for favourite Top Twenty All Time Best Festival Songs
In celebrating 50 years of cultural excellence, the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) is inviting the public to name their favourite Top Twenty "All Time Best" Festival Songs by voting from the pool of 47 winners.
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Music Looking back: Reggae Sumfest 1997
A 'groomer of greats' since its inception, Reggae Sumfest have given Reggae lovers worldwide something other festivals haven't; breath-taking moments that seemingly leaves patrons mystified and yearning for more until the next staging. As the clock on the 21st showcasing ticks away, Jamaicansmusic.com looks back at the years that was and how it have evolved as time passes.
By Biko Kennedy