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Music Rototom Sunsplash 2016 Day 1: It’s just the beginning!
It took us another adventurous journey to get here, but we found again the familiar and joyful atmosphere we were looking for.
By Ferruccio, Gianluca, Giulio
Music Watch Reggae Sumfest 2016 Live!
Reggae Night comes alive tonight!
By Biko Kennedy
Music Kristine Alicia places 'Hand Over River'
Kristine Alicia delivers her best music video to date. The release, Hand Over River, is her second single from the upcoming album, Songs From Zion.
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Culture Celebrate Jamaica’s Independence With Appleton Special’s Dream Weekend In Jamaica
There is no better time to visit Jamaica than during Dream Weekend’s week-long independence celebration. From July 28 through August 1, the entire island goes into party-mode, but Dream Weekend in Negril has built a worldwide reputation for class, excitement and a wild, beach-party experience unlike anything you’ll find anywhere else.
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Music Protoje simply 'Can't Feel No Way'
"Jamaica's own Protoje returns with a new reggae jam called "Can't Feel No Way," premiering exclusively on Billboard.
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Culture Summer's must have: miSimBeachBabe
Imagine this: You're laying on the beach (or poolside) with a swimwear that hugs your curves so sensually the sun dims with jealousy. Okay, to be honest these eye-popping pieces are near indescribable; they simply have this allure that pulls you closer with each glance taken. We caught up with designer Simone Michelle to find out a bit more about the ultimate miSimBeachBabe!
By Shana-Kay Hart
Music King of Dancehall returns to rule Dancehall Night
Organisers of Reggae Sumfest, The Greatest Reggae Show on Earth, have announced their first set of artistes for this year’s festival. International Dancehall artistes Beenie Man and returning after a one year break, Bounty Killer and Agent Sasco.
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Music Baked Potatoes on the menu!
When one hears the name Baked Potatoes the first thing that comes to mind is not a reggae rock group out of Oneonta, New York. But alas, that is what it is!
By Susan Spencer
Interviews Feel the 'Rush' with Anna Mariah
From her vocal delivery to her artistic point of view, everything about Anna Mariah screams "I'm here to carve my place in our musical history and there's no turning back!"
By Biko Kennedy
Art Art Is Also 'Brand Jamaica'
FACT: While Jamaica has some stunning galleries, the internet has - and will continue - to influence how we explore, see and understand art.
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Interviews Jane Macgizmo ready do dominate airwaves
We often come across powerful chanteuse that will effortlessly take your breath away and Jane Macgizmo is nothing short of amazing. From her lyrical prowess to her compelling vocal performance, Jane is destined to accomplish great things within the local and international musical landscape. We recently caught up with her to find out a bit more about her musical journey.
By Biko Kennedy
Interviews Ragga Twins readies global takeover with 'Bad Man'
As a follow up to their powerful energy boost ‘Vigilante’, jungle duo Ragga Twins from Hackney are finally back with their new single ‘Bad Man’ and its exhilarating and trippy remix by the master of hardcore electro production, Skrillex. We caught up with the duo to to find out more about their musical journey!
By Biko Kennedy
Press Releases GRAND FINALE … PEPSI WINNIN RIDDIM
The Pepsi Winnin’ Riddim competition is down to the wire and the last eight out of 120 talented contestants have made their way to the finals. They are set to duke it out on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at the University of Technology with 10 infectious, original riddims set to rock the house.
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Music Jah9 feels irie on new single
Jah9 has kicked of 2016, the year of 9 (2+0+1+6=9), with a slew of new music and videos. The "Jazz On Dub" empress just revealed a captivating visual of her beautiful homeland for her song "Feeling Irie". The video, directed by Samo Kush-I, was shot in the Portland parish - boasting lush vegetation, beautiful beaches and awe-inspiring views. "Feeling Irie" is a collaboration with VP records and celebrated producer, Clive Hunt.
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Music Jesse Royal rides the wave of the 'Silent River'
Jesse Royal has teamed up with XTM Nation and DubShot Records to release his new single Silent River, which will be available on iTunes, Spotify, and all digital outlets in March 18, 2016.
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Music Machu Ezra gets nostalgic with 'Crooked Smile'
If you're a lover of 90's reggae wrapped with a R&B twist, you'll fall in love immediately with Machu Ezra's 'Crooked Smile'.
By Biko Kennedy
Music Pepsi Winnin’ Riddim
Pepsi Jamaica has launched the first media executed competition created to unearth new talent within our rich musical culture called Winnin’ Riddim. The competition will see contestants spanning from ages 13 to 35 with an interest in becoming the next major music producer.
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Music Akon, Niko and Vinz Join One Love Festival
Multi-genre performer Akon and platinum-selling musical duo Nico & Vinz will join the fundraising efforts at the One Love Music Festival, which takes place at Rose Hall in Montego Bay from February 4 - 5.
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Music Rebel Salute 2016 Live Pay Per View Stream
Organo H.E.A.R.T Group of Companies has partnered with Kariblink Digital to bring Rebel Salute 2016 Live Pay Per View Stream for two nights to audiences around the globe from the comfort of any Internet enabled device. Rebel Salute is undeniably a masterpiece, which is now hailed today as a spiritual renaissance, it has become the bedrock for the exposure and celebration of Jamaican roots music.
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Interviews Nattali Rize... Eternally risen
Blue King Brown frontwoman Nattali Rize just seems to grow more beautiful by the year – her face, her heart, her talent… it’s truly a force to be reckoned with. The girl we first met on the streets busking with Carlo has gone a long way, and is quickly becoming an international musician in her own right. Nattali Rize returns ‘home’ to play the Hotel Brunswick on Sunday.
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Interviews Omirose ready for 2016 takeover
There's nothing holding her back now!
By Biko Kennedy
Music Live stream J. Capri's celebration service
Fans of the late dancehall rising star J Capri will have a chance to experience the two major events to celebrate her life, by viewing the celebrations live online.
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Music Runkus on the Move!
It was the wide-brimmed hat, his lanky stature and lyrical dexterity that caught our attention in 2014. His performances at Reggae Sumfest, Live From Kingston and as Ky-Mani Marley’s guest on a recent tour of the US, have fixed Runkus on the radar of early adopters as one to watch. The December 4 release of “Move Yuh Feet” – the first single from his “Move In” EP – signals a brilliant 2016 for Romario “Runkus” Bennett.
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Music Agent Sasco diversifies persona with 'The Theory of Reggaetivity'
Dancehall-reggae artiste Assassin, aka 'Agent Sasco', finally hosted a listening session for his long-awaited debut reggae album titled The Theory of Reggaetivity.
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