From midnightraverblog— VP Records has released We Remember Dennis Brown, a tribute album featuring some of today’s most popular reggae artists performing songs by the late, great “Crown Prince of reggae.”  February 1, 2016 marked Dennis Brown’s 59th birthday. Hailed by NPR Morning Edition as one of the 50 great voices of all time and by Bob Marley as one of the best reggae singers in the world – the revered Jamaican icon began his recording career at the tender age of 11 and has more than 75 albums to date. Even though he passed away at the early age of 42, his music and legacy lives on. While the album features several stunning performances, in the end the listener is just left unfulfilled, longing for the days when Dennis Brown blessed the … Read entire article »

By Marlon Burrell— Hits After Hits Vol. 9 Here is a compilation series that is consistent and delivers every time. Joe Fraser Records’ Hits After Hits Vol. 9 is here and does not disappoint. This is a delightful set that delivers what the title promises. There are absolutely no misses here. Terry Linen opens up by combining some biting lyrics and an outstanding vocal delivery with “U Ask For It” over a superb cut of the “Try A Little Smile” riddim. The next four tracks utilize the same riddim and every one is a scorcher. Adele Harley delivers big time with the song that the original riddim was made for, Doreen Shaffer’s “Try A Little Smile.” The popular sentiment among reggae industry insiders is that she improves on the original with this rendition. … Read entire article »