Andrew Bees—- Whether as a formidable solo artist or in the role of charismatic frontman for legendary, Grammy Award-winning reggae band Black Uhuru for the past 25 years, Andrew Bees has played a significant role in the breaking down of cultural and socio-political barriers that have often kept Jamaican reggae stars out of the American mainstream consciousness. Teaming up with SoCal independent label LAW Records for the release of his latest solo release “Real Life” (out now), Bees now continues … Read entire article »

The Minga Riddim, an eight-song compilation album produced by Linley Mack, a Jamaican producer based in Munich, Germany, was released on January 14. It contains songs by artistes from several countries including Jamaica, Belize and Trinidad and Tobago. Mack named the ‘riddim’ off a slang term for his adopted hometown. Ray Darwin Among the artistes and songs on the set are This Feeling by Ray Darwin, a Jamaican artist best known for the song, People’s Choice; See Us … Read entire article »

Dave Revels American-based singing sensation Dave Revels has just released a honest tune titled A Good Jamaican Woman. The melodious reggae-fused song – published on December 31, 2021 – is a collaboration done with talented reggae / hip-hop artist Junior Rex. As the producer, Revels brought his decades of musical experience and creative skills to the production. They were then complimented by co-producer Ed Robinson, who helped to reimagine the song, adding some magical flair to … Read entire article »

Since winning Jamaica’s Rising Star talent contest in 2005,  Christopher Martin has established himself as one of the kingpins of lovers rock reggae. He’s also one of the music’s most marketable acts. Martin is stepping up promotion for Come Closer To Me, a song he recorded for Madstorm Production last summer. A video for the single is being released this week as producers go all out to reach even more fans.“We are confident that this … Read entire article »

Sista Mika “Too Soon”, the latest single by Belgium Reggae artist Sista MIKA, is a song to honor her Jamaican friend Troy who was murdered last year, and also to denounce the senseless violence that kills so many young people on the island. The original song was first released over twenty years ago, written in memory of the wife of Ras Mundele, who died at a young age. The content of the original song was rewritten and the … Read entire article »

Reggae and Dancehall legend Mr. Easy, aka Ian Dyer, proves timeless appeal on his latest release “Wish You Were Here.” The impactful song, a melodic salute to fallen loved ones that has been buzzin’ across music spaces, went viral following its use in a highly visible, public funeral in Jamaica recently. Notably, international audiences have connected with “Wish You Were Here,” using it to memorialize their loved ones on social media. In times of such … Read entire article »

Germany based reggae singer Joseph Blue Grant aka “Still Cool”, has released a new single “The Blood Of the Jamaican People are Crying Out”. The song responds to the alarming increase in murders in his beloved homeland Jamaica. Joseph implores his fellow Jamaicans and the artists, in particular, to unite against this significant problem facing the famous island. The single is available on all streaming platforms. … Read entire article »

For much of 2020, Yami Bolo spent time in the recording studio working on songs that would comprise Jah Love Will Rule The World, his first album in over 10 years.The roots singer, 51, is preparing to renew promotion for the 10-song set which was released last April. It is produced by his Yam Euphony Music Limited.“It has a freshness ’bout it an’ di messages are strong an’ relevant. Di world needs to hear … Read entire article »

By Howard Campbell— Marcia Griffiths & Leroy Sibbles Their careers took off at Studio One during the rock steady craze of the 1960s, but Marcia Griffiths and Leroy Sibbles never collaborated on any songs. That all changed recently, as the reggae queen and former lead singer of The Heptones teamed-up for a reggae cover of The Stylistics’ You Make New Feel Brand New. Produced by Sibbles, the song is scheduled for release in late January. “Yes, this is … Read entire article »