News archive — page 48
Interviews Swerving from The 7 Year Itch to The 8 Year Affair
The 7 Year Itch aspired to free the people from their societal shackles through the musical arts, reinforcing the hope that dwells in the hearts of young Jamaicans and people all over the world. With his sophomore project Protoje plans to do much more.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Noisey Jamaica Episode One
Receiving his much-talked-about epiphany to join the Rastafarian faith, Snoop Lion brings us a unique view on Jamaica and its booming and ever so captivating musical landscape in a ten-part series entitled "NOISEY JAMAICA Dancehall Show". In the first episode he highlights none other than Vybz Kartel.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Raw Cash Riddim Review
Staying true to his persona, Flippa Mafia, now going by the moniker Flippa Moggela, throws his cash in the air and calls up a few of his colleagues to help echo his status as the 'flossing king'.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Sneak Preview Riddim Review
With its stage-show-feel of production, the Sneak Preview Riddim oozes high energy; so much so that in some instances the instrumental outshines a few artistes' lyrics.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Di Blueprint Band…The Best Band In The World
Jamaica's very own Di BluePrint Band places first in The 2012 Global Battle Of The Bands in Europe.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Sacred Heart Riddim Review
Divided into two parts, the Sacred Heart Riddim juggles as a captivating tug-of-war between social commentary and intimacy.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Gyal Season Riddim Review
Embracing the musical beats of the 1960's, The Gyal Season Riddim throbs on a Ska-tingled composition.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Animal Instinct Riddim Review
Produced by Kurt Riley under the legendary Techniques Records, The Animal Instinct Riddim presents itself as a great juggling to get and keep any party's energy on a constant high.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Unearthed Talent – Kevy B
Artistes come and they certainly will go with very few leaving an impression behind. But every so often there comes along talents that simply take your breath away and have you wondering "Where were they from the outset?" Jamaicansmusic.com went searching and came across this new unearthed talent.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Sound Advice from Andrew and Wada Blood
A conversation with the 'blood' brothers, Andrew Reid and Wada Reid, reminds me of canoeing, except my intense rollercoaster-esque ride is on a flux of words rather than a cloudburst of water.
By Biko Kennedy
Music An exclusive look into Omi's next big singles
With singles Cheerleader and Standing on all Threes propelling his sound through rave reviews, Omi lets loose his next big singles Take It Easy and Fireworks.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Major Lazer To Kick Off Caribbean Tour In Jamaica
Major Lazer landed in Jamaica last week to shoot the video for their latest single Bumaye featuring Busy Signal. In the midst of it all Jamaicansmusic.com got a hold of Jillionaire for some exclusive details on their Fall tour, new album and other 2013 releases.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Interviews Bran Nu Female Sensation Ruth-Ann Brown
Jamaicansmusic.com caught up with artiste on the rise, Ruth Ann. With two awards, Best Reggae Recording and Best Female Reggae Recording under her belt and being the first Reggae act to perform at the prestigious Mansion at Strathmore in Maryland, Ruth-Ann has already made strides in establishing her name. The sultry song bird shared a bit about herself and her budding career
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music P.Diddy hosts Bad Boys Sound Clash In Jamaica
Music mogul P.Diddy of Bad Boys Entertainment hosts sound clash in Kingston, Jamaica.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Jah Cure World Cry Album Review
International recording artiste Jah Cure releases his highly anticipated 6th studio album via SoBe Entertainment.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music The Resistance
Reggae music was alive at South Beach Café in Kingston for 'The Resistance' on December 27th as the memory of renown Jamaican producer, the late Phillip 'Fattis' Burrell was celebrated through the performances of artistes whose careers he helped to shape.
By Tanaka Roberts
Culture Something Special is Happening with Appleton Jamaica Rum
Appleton Special Jamaica Rum launches 'Something Special Is Happening' campaign for the festive season.
By Contributed
Interviews Gramps Morgan promotes healthy lifestye with Pearl Health Systems
Gramps Morgan of Morgan Heritage promotes healthy lifestyle with his new organic line, Pearl Health System.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Reggae Music in the Digital Age to be addressed at this years Tech Entrepreneur Conference
C.E.O of Digital Mind State at Caribbean Beta, Mike Johns set to address the importance of digital marketing for the success of reggae music in this digital age at the annual Tech Entrepreneurship Conference on Friday November 16th, 2012 at the Knutsford Court Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Culture Jamaicansmusic.com donates performing arts scholarships
Jamaicansmusic.com awards Safia Latchman and Jordonha Wilson with full scholarships to pursue studies in the performing arts at Excelsior Community College.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Ivan Berry Takes Caribbean music 2 World
CEO of Caribbean 2 World (C2W), Mr. Ivan Berry, to use his years of experience working within Canada's music industry to develop the local sphere particularly honing skilled songwriters for international success.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Black Am I debuts with Modern Day Freedom
New comer Black-Am-I of Ghetto Youths International shoots video for debut single 'Modern Day Freedom'.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Mahima Hope4Hope Benefit Concert
Hope Gardens was transformed into the site of musical healing on Sunday, 28th October for the Mahima Hope4Hope benefit concert featuring acts like The Mighty Diamonds, I-Wayne, Richie Spice, Alaine and Beenie Man.
By Tanaka Tiki Roberts
Music Jamaica’s Highest Honour: Peter Tosh Posthumously Awarded the Order of Merit, 2012
Twenty-five years after his murder, Jamaica confers the Order of Merit on Peter Tosh — the nation’s third-highest honour — recognising his contribution to reggae and his advocacy for equal rights, marijuana legalisation and African liberation.
By JamaicansMusic Editorial