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THE REBIRTH OF THE LEGENDARY GROUP, THE ABYSSINIANS!
Widely regarded as reggae’s national anthem, Satta Masa Gana by The Abyssinians is synonymous with the roots-reggae movement that exploded in Jamaica during the 1970s. Despite their reputation as trailblazers, the group, which formed in Trench Town over 50 years ago, is not often mentioned in their country. There are plans to reintroduce them to Jamaicans with a series of shows, including Musical Elegance, which is scheduled for Stella Maris in St Andrew on April 28. The current … Read entire article »
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THE REBIRTH OF THE LEGENDARY GROUP, THE ABYSSINIANS!
Widely regarded as reggae’s national anthem, Satta Masa Gana by The Abyssinians is synonymous with the roots-reggae … Read more »
KASHIEF LINDO SHARES SOME INSIGHTS ON HIS NEW SINGLE “MAYBE!”
By Maria Jackson— With his latest single, Maybe – released in early March via HeavyBeat Records – now trending, I reached out … Read more »
A YOUNGER BROTHER OF GARNET SILK…LIJ AMLAK HAS RELEASED HIS LATEST SINGLE “DON’T HIDE IT”!
It’s never easy following in the footsteps of a famous sibling. Especially if that person had the … Read more »
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GREGORY ISAACS TOP 100 SONGS
GREGORY ISAACS TOP 100 Compiled By Clinton Lindsay (p) © 2010 Right after the death of Gregory Anthony Isaacs (born … Read more »
Whatever Happened To Sophia “Girlie Girlie” George?
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Compiled By Clinton Lindsay THE HEPTONES TOP 40 SONGS With the recent passing, (11/23/11), of Barrington Llewellyn … Read more »
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KASHIEF LINDO SHARES SOME INSIGHTS ON HIS NEW SINGLE “MAYBE!”
By Maria Jackson— With his latest single, Maybe – released in early March via HeavyBeat Records – now trending, I reached out to KashieF Lindo, the beloved vocalist who was born, lived, and nurtured in an environment dedicated to the creation of music, to learn more about the song’s inspiration. See our full conversation below. MJ27: Before we get to the current single, Maybe, can you talk about … Read entire article »
A YOUNGER BROTHER OF GARNET SILK…LIJ AMLAK HAS RELEASED HIS LATEST SINGLE “DON’T HIDE IT”!
It’s never easy following in the footsteps of a famous sibling. Especially if that person had the aura of Garnet Silk, the charismatic singer who died in December 1994. Lij Amlak is Silk’s younger brother. He was at their mother’s home in Manchester parish when she and the Rastafarian artist perished there in a fire. He survived the flames but suffered burns … Read entire article »
SINGER/MUSICIAN PAUL KASTICK HAS RELEASED HIS LATEST SINGLE “I’LL SEE U IN MY DREAMS!”
A solid drummer who has played with some of the biggest names in reggae, Paul Kastick is a rock and roller by nature. Many of his productions, including I’ll See U In My Dreams, have that in-your-face guitar sound. Released on March 29, the song is produced by his GrooveGalore Muzik company with input from Valentino Music, owned by his longtime … Read entire article »
GETTING ANOTHER SPIN…TAPPA ZUKIE IS RELEASING DIGITAL COPIES OF HIS CLASSIC PRODUCTIONS!
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment— World-renowned artiste and producer Tappa Zukie is releasing digital copies of some of his most iconic productions that were previously only available on vinyl. The releases began on March 22 with Cornell Campbell’s Follow Instructions and The Heptones’ Pressure. There are seven more digital re-releases scheduled. “I have been in the music business for over 50 years, so I have … Read entire article »
MAY 1…JAMAICAN-OWNED ROADBLOCKRADIO, AIMS TO FILL A BIG VOID IN THE NEW YORK TRI-STATE AREA!
The sale of WVIP 93.5 FM last summer was a body blow to the West Indian community in the tri-state area. That radio station was ‘home’ for several Jamaican broadcasters who brokered slots on its airwaves for many years. A new day for Caribbean radio in that region dawns on May 1 with the launch of RoadblockRadio.com, a company owned by … Read entire article »
RICHIE STEPHENS TO HEADLINE GOSPEL CONCERT IN SAVANNA-LA-MAR, SATURDAY, APRIL 27!
St. George’s Anglican Church is gearing up to deliver a gospel concert like no other! On Saturday, April 27th, they will present international reggae artist Richie Stephens live at the Sean Lavery Faith Hall in Savanna la Mar, Westmoreland, Jamaica. Stephens, who is the producer of the wildly popular Street Gospel compilation, will be doing a full gospel set. He will be supported by … Read entire article »
LUCIANO, THIRD WORLD & GRAMPS MORGAN FOR THE ISSA TRUST FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING CONCERT IN NEW YORK CITY, MAY 11!
As part of their ongoing efforts to provide life-saving resources to the children of Jamaica, the Issa Trust Foundation will be hosting a fundraising event on May 11th at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York. It will feature goodwill reggae ambassadors Third World, Luciano, and Gramps Morgan. Tickets are US$600 per person; this includes drinks, dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and entertainment. It will … Read entire article »
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