The Jay Family have a fertile message for their compatriots to stave off hunger and resolve conflict By Adam Bemma in Juba for IPS, part of the Guardian development network– Men and women planting vegetable seeds in a nursery bed in Eastern Equatoria state, South Sudan. Photograph: Charlton Doki/IPS “What is the benefit when children are crying and people are dying due to hunger? There is no need to cry when you have the potential to dig,” sing the Juba-based dance hall reggae group, the Jay Family, on their latest single Stakal Shedit, which means work hard in Arabic. In the Stakal Shedit video, the three members, Jay Boi, Jonio Jay and Yuppie Jay, wear denim overalls and rubber boots with garden hoes slung over their shoulders. The objective is to motivate youth to … Read entire article »

    Earlier this week, the music industry heard a buzz about dancehall diva Ce’Cile releasing her upcoming album titled, “STILL RUNNING.” Known to many as Ce’Cile, this Jamaican diva has consistently been dubbed as the woman most likely to join dancehall’s men in the mainstream. Style with grace, intelligence, creativity and flair for controversy are all key components for a diva. Add a bit of sexiness, along with a large measure of talent and you’ve just defined the allure of Ce’Cile – dancehall’s ‘Bad Gyal’. Known for hits “Give It To Me”, “Can You Do Di Wuk” feat Sean Paul, “Hot Like We” and “When Your Gone”, Ce’Cile is already armed with a plethora of singles and albums released in Japan, Europe and North America. “STILL RUNNING” is said to be the album, showcasing the versatility … Read entire article »