News archive — page 36
Music Burning Spear's story to be told in 'I Man' documentary
As one of the few survivors of Reggae's golden era, Burning Spear's life and musical legacy will come to light in a new documentary set to be released "really soon".
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Protoje talks on Reggae and cultural influences with MTV Iggy
With his sophomore album, The 8 Year Affair, still in heavy rotation, Protoje's emergence on the Reggae landscape is squarely grounded with everyone anticipating his next move.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Douster explores the sexiness of Dancehall with EP
Douster has been a Dancehall devotee since the golden days of Dave Kelly, dedicating his spare time to crafting riddims that have until now remained unheard.
By Biko Kennedy
Music SOJA finds the 'Strength to Survive' with Reggae
Though haven't recorded on Jamaican soil since the band's inception, SOJA continues to make an impassioned call for unity and change with universally relatable songs about faith, hope and love.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Nicky Bomba's Bustamento keeps Mento, Ska alive
One of Australia's most popular and respected musicians, Nicky Bomba along with the Bustamento collective pays homage to the undying spirit of the Caribbean with their songs; seamlessly blending Calypso, Mento, early Reggae, Ska and other island-inspired grooves together.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Alpha Blondy gives Bob Marley's 'I Shot the Sheriff' a French touch
A multilingual artiste, Alpha Blondy through his diverse released-songs over his career's span has imparted spiritual, political and overall positive messages and continues to stand as one of Africa's most famous Reggae musicians, having been a star on the international scene since the 80s.
By Biko Kennedy
Legend Remixed to be released June 25
For the first time, BOB MARLEY AND THE WAILERS' iconic 1984 album, LEGEND, is re-imagined for LEGEND REMIXED, an inspired new spin on the reggae classic to be released June 25, 2013 to celebrate the summer in North America on CD, LP and digitally by Island/Tuff Gong/UME.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Jah9 celebrates earthstrong with a new single 'Tension'
It has been three months since she proclaimed a New Name, an album widely embraced by fans and critics alike. Now the jazz-on-dub artist, Jah9, is releasing a new song, 'Tension.'
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Maxi Priest finds new passion with football
With hits Strollin' On, Wild World and Merry Go Round squarely placed under his belt, and spending over three decades within the musical stratosphere, Maxi Priest takes his passion for football to another level.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Jesse Royal releases his sophomore mixtape
Following a militant and highly entertaining performance at the recently held 'Live From Kingston' in Jamaica, Jesse Royal affectionately called the 'Small Axe' releases his sophomore mixtape, dubbed 'In Comes The Small Axe'.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Reggae Kinda Sweet: Photography by Pogus Caesar
Film maker and Photojournalist Pogus Caesar to showcase a unique exhibition entitled "Reggae Kinda Sweet" from 3rd July to August 31st in Birmingham
By Contributed
Culture Maroons to shine at Reggae Film Festival with Akwantu documentary
Long considered the first and most successful freedom-fighters of the New World, the story of the fierce and defiant Maroons of Jamaica will get their story told at the upcoming Reggae Film Festival
By Biko Kennedy
Music Toots walks away from incident in Virginia, cancels tour
The lead singer of Toots and the Maytals, Frederick 'Toots' Hibbert, 67, was injured on Saturday night, May 18, 2013, by a Vodka bottle thrown at the stage during a concert in Richmond, Virginia, hitting him square in the forehead.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Win A Trip to Experience Jamaica From Roots to Reggae
Jamaica Tourist Board in association with Jamaicansmusic.com is once again giving reggae fans the opportunity to visit Jamaica for the ultimate Roots to Reggae experience.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Marcia Griffiths reminisce on Bob Marley
"Bob defended us in our personal and professional lives. He made sure everyone treated us like queens. He told us we were three angels. He said we should not use our lips for kissing, just for singing. He was our brother, our father, our friend."
By Biko Kennedy
Music Dubtonic Kru ready to shake Reggae with an 'Evolution'
With their family-esque bond in place to motivate them, Dubtonic Kru is prepped and ready to release their third studio album, Evolution.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Remembering Augustus Pablo
A rare introvert, Augustus Pablo was a man whom always seemed uninterested in fame or fortune and over the years of his fascinating career he often recorded only when inspired, after which he'd retreat to a simple life in rural areas of Jamaica.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Jemere Morgan, Third Time Charm
Jemere Morgan,son of Morgan Heritage's, Gramps Morgan ready to launch his own career.
By Tanaka Roberts
Music Jermaine Edwards Premieres Number One
Gospel Reggae artist Jermaine Edwards to premiere his official music video "Number One" via Jamaicansmusic.com on Monday, May 20th.
By Tanaka Roberts
Music Eric Clapton gets Marley remixed
Guitar star Eric Clapton's Slowhand's 1974 version of 'I Shot the Sheriff' is probably the most omnipresent Bob Marley cover there is. Thirty nine years later Clapton grabs the producing ear of Damian and Stephen Marley for a one drop mix of his single 'Every Little Thing'.
By Biko Kennedy
Behind The Music: Sound Check with Hugh 'Redman' Jackson
Feeling that driving bassline pulsate through your body as the disc jockey glides and blends songs together smoothly; the Jamaican sound systems are a force comparable to no other.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases MixPak presents Inna Style N Fashion
Mixpak Presents: Inna Style N Fashion is out today! The 4 track EP features brand new voicings from young Jamaican vocalists Keida, Cee Gee, Kantana and Kari Jess, all produced by Douste
By Contributed
Music Ky-mani Marley dabbles in electro-country
Known for singles such as Warriors, Dear Dad and more recently the Protoje-led Rasta Love, Ky-Mani Marley has always pushed the boundaries with Reggae music with his Hip Hop-esque lyrical flow with his single Hope Chant following route.
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases Yasus Afari returns with 'Wine Pon Paper'
Jamaican Reggae artist and dub poet virtuoso Yasus Afari returns with his stimulating new single "Wine Pon Paper."
By Biko Kennedy