Jodian Pantry, in partnership with Paul Patmore, released a reggae remake of Michael Bolton‘s 1989 hit song: When I’m Back On My Feet Again. As soon as the tune was shared, Pantry and her team were flooded with feedback from both members of the public and music industry insiders all praising her rendition.According to Jodian: “Mr. Paul Patmore is the  genius behind this song. He was the one who deposited the song into my soul and it really did tit me to … Read entire article »

One thing Ricky General has learnt since he began his recording career 31 years ago — keep your ears to the ground. It not only keeps an artiste current, but earns respect from their peers. Ricky General That is what he does on 10 Million and Dolly Body, his latest songs. They are fast-paced dancehall tracks geared mainly at a contemporary audience. According to the veteran deejay, both singles have enjoyed “nice rotation in di dancehall in New … Read entire article »

Jahmento Records announces the release of Luciano’s track This Is The Time; in light of recent events throughout the world, we believe it is right to release this track.  It is a shining example of how Jamaican music can be a source of healing, education, and enlightenment. This Is The Time is available for purchase on digital platforms. … Read entire article »

By Howard Campbell— Andrew Bees Real Life, singer Andrew Bees’ first album in 17 years, is slated for release on July 9 by Law Records out of Southern California. The set introduces a sound the veteran artiste describes as “Nyabinghi rock and roll”. Hail And Blaze, its lead single, blends rock guitar and roots-reggae. That mix is not new to Jamaican music, Andrew Bees told the Jamaica Observer. “Back in di day people like Peter Tosh used to do dem things. A lot … Read entire article »

Wes Rok After the success of his collaboration with dancehall recording artiste Masicka, country-reggae artiste Wesrok is set to release another collaboration with Laa Lee. This has come as a surprise to several fans who didn’t expect this unlikely fusion. The ‘Poor Country Boy’ singer has been focused on fusing country with reggae and dancehall music in his most recent projects. Promotional clips from ‘Is There a Party’ featuring Laa Lee has been receiving mixed reviews. … Read entire article »

Groundation  After dropping three notable singles, Groundation releases “Market Price,” an inspiring spiritual track showcasing the diversity of the group’s upcoming studio album One Rock. The fourth single kicks off with slow dreamy piano notes, before breaking into an uptempo jazz melody that then slides into sunny, soothing reggae. The music creates a sonic reflection with the music balancing out the heaviness of the lyric. On “Market Price,” bandleader and songwriter Harrison Stafford rages against a sick, … Read entire article »

By Howard Campbell — Link & Chain— There are not many roots-reggae harmony groups around these days. Certainly not in the mold of classic aggregations like The Mighty Diamonds and The Meditations. Link & Chain, formed 36 years ago in the seaside town of Port Maria, St Mary, has kept the flame of Rastafari burning with Guide Me Jah. The song, released in January, is produced by Los Angeles-based Issachar Musik. “It’s a great riddim, originally from The Cables’…What Kind of … Read entire article »

Real Life, the third solo album from singer Andrew Bees, is scheduled for release in early July by Law Records, an independent label based in Los Angeles.The veteran artist, who has been a member of Black Uhuru for over 20 years, is executive producer for the set which is produced by multi-instrumentalist Andrew Diamond. Real Life also bears the seal of his company, Bees Hive Music, which he formed in 2019.Hail And Blaze is the lead … Read entire article »

 Chart-topping two-time Grammy©-nominated Skip Marley releases new track, “Change.” Produced and co-written by Oscar Holter (The Weeknd, Coldplay, Katy Perry, P!nk,) the feel-good, reggae tinged track brings all of the positive vibes at a time where the world needs it most. “Change… we’re always changing. I would say for me personally, me being a better man, being a better version of myself. Taking my time more, learning more, and observing more as much as I can, … Read entire article »

Ranglin teamed up with prolific saxophonist Dean Fraser for his latest album, ‘Two Colors.’ By Patricia Meschino — Ernie Ranglin and Dean Fraser—Patricia Meschino Venerable guitarist Ernest Ranglin, the godfather of ska and an architect in reggae’s creation, will celebrate his 90th birthday on June 13. Prior to reaching that milestone, the self-taught patriarch of popular Jamaican music (and one of the finest jazz guitarists in the world) will release a new album, Two Colors (May 27, Tad’s Record), a collaboration with another … Read entire article »