Reggae music

by Howard Campbell – Filberto "Fil" Callender, an unsung musician who played on some of reggae's biggest hit songs, died here on May 27 at the age of 75. Robbie Lyn, his colleague of more than 50 years, confirmed his death.…

by Howard Campbell - For most of the past 30 years, Pablo Brown has worked in New York City's public transportation system and focused on caring for his family. But after retiring six years ago and moving to Florida, he…

Young Dubai - PREHZYDENT MVB Records Dancehall Reggae young artist Dubai MVB RECORDS LOGO An American label (MVB Records) signed the young Jamaican MC at the end of…

U-Roy performing in later years The the worldwide demand for reggae music improved the material well-being of the artist who had international appeal and could!-->…

Alton Ellis It is a historical irony that Black History Month and Reggae Month are celebrated in February. Jamaican music can be traced back to mento music, but the!-->…

by Howard Campbell - UK PA coach and broadcaster David Rodigan, declares last week's success reggae show at the Royal Festival Hall in London, it's proof that music still has a solid footing in the UK. The April 16 shows, which…

David Rodigan in action Let's talk Reggae Jamaican music has come a long way since Prince Buster, Millie Small, The Skatalites and Desmond Dekker first!-->…

Reggae artist Turbulence calls on the government and people of Jamaica to do more to protect reggae music. "I hear a lot of people making noise because SOJA won the Reggae Grammy. I have no problem with an American band winning the…

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — By day, Edward Jackson teaches math and science in 4th grade, but by night he plays reggae music all over Polk County.Now Jackson combines them, using his own music and lyrics to teach students lessons. If you're…

In 1985, the US-based National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences introduced the Reggae category at its annual Gramophone Awards ceremony. The award was to be given to this artist or artists for quality works in the reggae musical…

According to a report by an independent research firm, the Reggae Rise Up music festival injected $22 million into the St. Pete economy last October. The Downtown St. Petersburg Partnership, in conjunction with festival…

(YourDigitalWall Editorial): – Kingston, Jamaica March 15, 2022 (Issuewire.com) – Emerging at the forefront of reggae music with an arsenal of great songs, the versatility that Sean Austin aka XO brings to the industry is one that many…

Since signing with MVB RECORDS in 2021, the Jamaican Youtube star known as Trabass has topped the Dancehall Reggae music charts. Trabass works with an independent label in New York,…

When you need to express your feelings but can't find the "right" words, music is that friend who could speak for you.As we celebrate Valentine's Day, allow music to help you navigate and communicate your emotions to your loved one, whether…

Trabass - Cover of Trabalocity Trabass - 1989 EP Brand MVB RECORDS On January 17, Trabass' "1989" debuted at No. 1 on Apple Music's New Dancehall Reggae chart. Now…

Join Ky-Mani Marley, a son of iconic reggae legend Bob Marley for the Maestro Marley Cup Music Festival and 7-on-7 Football Tournament on Saturday, March 5 at Hollywood ArtsPark at Young Circle.The event will feature live musical…

Prime Minister Andrew Holness (right) talks to drummer Sly Dunbar, one half of the rhythm duo Sly and Robbie, as Entertainment and Culture Minister Olivia 'Babsy' Grange looks on.…

Ky Mani Marley - Join Ky-Mani Marley, a son of iconic reggae legend Bob Marley for the Maestro Marley Cup Music Festival and 7 on 7 soccer tournament on Saturday, March 5and at Hollywood ArtsPark at Young Circle. The event will feature…

Dancehall-reggae artist Shabako laments that reggae songs that reflect big themes of righteousness, love and unity get less attention than music that isn't uplifting."We still make great reggae music, songs that preach righteousness and…

by Howard Campbell - Frustrated by COVID-19 restrictions, fans across the United States are calling for a return to live music. It is no surprise that hundreds of them traveled on January 2 for the Reggae Jam Festival at the…

A lot of people in the Caribbean have said that reggae is a part of them because they can feel it in their…

Photo by Brett Sayles from Pexels At first it seems difficult to find the correct answer to the question "Why do students listen to reggae?" Because it seems everything is a matter of taste, and there are no other secrets. Some…

The reggae community is once again in mourning as another legend has fallen asleep. World-renowned bassist and record producer Robbie Shakespeare passed away yesterday, December 8, at the age of 68. He was reportedly in Florida, where…

Death: November 6, 2021. TERENCE Wilson, better known as Astro, who died at the age of 64 from a short illness, was a founding member of UB40, the multiracial group that has been at the forefront of the integration…

Jamaican singer Lila Ike says she is gay. (Photo credit: JOSE JORDAN / AFP via Getty Images) By publisher NAN ET News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Fri, November 18 2021: Several reggae artists have recently released new music and videos,…

Recording artist Ginjah is determined to restore reggae music to its rightful place on the international music scene. “Reggae music is one of the most influential musical genres in the world. It has always been an…

Alkaline topped the iTunes Reggae Music Videos chart this week. Vendetta's new deejay video "Maniac" hits the top of the Reggae Music Videos charts on iTunes above Sean Paul, Mavado and Shaggy. Alkaline has been very successful in the…

Usain Bolt The Thom brand Usain Bolt, the fastest man in the world and an Olympic icon, innovates in a field that extends beyond sport. Since retiring from sprinting, he has made a smooth transition to music.…

Photo credit: Cris Frisina The golden messenger of the whistle the leader continues with som's helpe sweet Jamaican soundds. I've listened to a lot of music over the past year and a half, and most of it…

Pedro encourages people to see the world as our common home and to see us as a citizen of the world. United States, October 3,…

Open your mind and soul to the musical, lyrical and thematic awareness of the reggae artist Jahi Israel and its undulating melodic waves in its song, 'Oppression'. Reggae music artist Jahi Israel is here to present to the world a new…

Subscribe to our Policy NewsletterNY for the latest coverage and to stay informed about the 2021 elections in your district and across New YorkJamaican American Miss Patricia Chin has published her seminal autobiography of her musical…

by Howard Campbell - As news circulated on social…

In the history of reggae music, slick vocals have always been a big thing, as has the revolving door that has seen members come and go at will, but one band has steadfastly resisted the trend and has proven that…

In Jamaica in the early 1800s, the church played an important role in the dismantling of slavery. Baptist missionaries, in particular, have expressed their distaste for this evil system. So, on Sunday, it's no surprise that…

By Steve Osaka Jamaican reggae music icon Neville O'Reilly Livingston, known as Bunny Wailer, formerly of the Wailer's Band, is finally to be buried on June 18…

1 day • 4 stages • 40 + artists • 8000 people • 15 + food traders City Splash's mission is to celebrate the impact and importance of reggae music on British culture, giving rise to everything from Ska, Rocksteady, Dub, Roots, Dancehall,…

Offering four stages, forty artists and a capacity of 8,000, the City Splash Festival will take place at Beckenham Place Park (near Crystal Palace) on September 12, 2021. Here are all the details of the festival celebrating reggae:…

Miss Pat, the founder of Vice-president files, published a dissertation entitled Miss Pat: My reggae musical journey. The book, part memory and part photojournal, is a compelling account of the journey and life lessons of the reggae…

By Noah Schaffer Miss Pat, the Sino-Jamaican reggae matriarch, looks back on a life in riddim. Jamaican popular music has evolved considerably from the ska sounds of the early 1960s, but there has been one constant: the Chin family. In…

In a move that seems to bring back memories of apartheid in South Africa, the Shropshire Council in England has reportedly chosen reggae for brutal treatment, demanding that St. Anne's Church in Lea Cross stop playing " amplified…

In 1963, Bunny Wailer formed a group with Bob Marley and Peter Tosh. Along with Wailer's harmonious vocals and percussion, they became the greatest exponents of reggae music and Jamaica's most famous musical export.The band that would…

Wailer had been in the hospital since December and died at Medical Associates Hospital in Kingston, Olivia Grange said in the statement Tuesday. No cause of death was given. Grange said the statement was made at the request of Wailer's…

"It doesn't matter where you're from," sang Peter Tosh on his 1977 album Equal rights. "As long as you are black, you are African." The song is a Tosh classic, a forceful declaration of unity among blacks across the diaspora, stretching…

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- Raila showed his admiration for the Jamaican star by revealing he listens to her song- The politician, in a tweet, even mentioned part of the lyrics, which got many excited - Signal came across the tweet and showed appreciation…

Dear Editor, Reggae - the island's special musical genre - has added its compelling presence on the world stage not only for economic value, but as a branch of its refreshing!-->…

Since their formation in Madrid, Spain several years ago, the Emeterians, a reggae trio, have consistently delivered reggae albums with electrifying verve combined with a soulful mix of lyrical, soulful and uplifting roots…

A new book titled 'Miss Pat: My Reggae Music Journey' will be available on March 17, 2021. The book tells the important story of Patricia chin, the 84-year-old!-->!-->…

A good reggae song can be a relaxed groove, a spiritual meditation, a conscious message, a social commentary, or a celebration full of energy. An excellent compilation either flows as one unified notion or takes the listener on a…

French millennial artist Naâman is helping to reshape the music scene in France. He joined other artists such as Serge Gainsbourg, Bruno Blum, Tonton David, Raggasonic and Lord Kossity. All of them were born in…

Bob Marley was one of the reggae artists cited in Unesco's candidacy.When Unesco declared that Jamaican reggae music had been added to its list of cultural products considered worthy of recognition, this reflected the role of reggae as an…

Bunny Lee (left), Anthony…

New Winnipeg music festival organizer says the good vibes of reggae are exactly what people need right now - so Neville Hamilton isn't letting pandemic get in the way of first Afro-Caribbean Latin International Reggae Music and Arts…

Toots Hibbert is perhaps the most important name in the history of reggae music and here's why. While many fans of reggae music are only familiar with products like Bob Marley, the name Toots and the Maytals is an integral part of the…

The man who gave us some of the most amazing songs like Monkey man, Pressure drop, and Make reggay, Toots Hibbert, passed away on September 11, 2020, at the age of 77. !-->!-->!-->!-->…

Protoje, Tarrus Riley and Skip Marley are all dominating reggae waves this weekend with new albums. This weekend is shaping up to be great for reggae fans around the world as they are bombarded with new music from Protoje, Tarrus Riley…

Liberty Hall will celebrate the 133rd anniversary of the birth of national hero Marcus Mosiah Garvey today with the 11th Annual Marcus Mosiah Garvey Lecture, in the Institute of Jamaica (IOJ) Boardroom, East Street,…

Buju Banton was a reggae music vibe during his chat with rapper Fat Joe on Instagram Live as we mark International Reggae Day. Jamaican music legend Buju Banton has been busy since returning to the stage in 2019. He released his…

Every July 1, the world celebrates International Reggae Day, also known as "July One", which celebrates great Jamaican music and the global reggae brotherhood. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0hSmgpFFL0 RG Consult, an…

Buju Banton can't wait for the release of his new album Upside down 2020which he believes will uplift and inspire the masses in this time of despair. As the reggae legend nears the release of his thirteenth studio album, he shares what to…

Copeland forbes (archive photo) by Howard Campbell SOUTH FLORIDA…

New Tunes - Corona infects reggae music 04/06/2020 by Gardy Stein https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUO3YKXnxVU One of the countless reasons we love Reggae and Dancehall so much is because of its…

(Jamaica Gleaner) The death of British reggae pioneer Delroy Washington, who died last Friday, is the result of the coronavirus pandemic. His friend, Winston Francis, another veteran reggae singer also based in the UK, confirmed this to…

The death of British reggae pioneer Delroy Washington, who died last Friday, is the result of the coronavirus pandemic. His friend Winston Francis, another veteran reggae singer also based in the UK, confirmed this to…

The death of former reggae music statesman Bob Andy on Friday has plunged the industry and legions of fans around the world into mourning for a giant whose decades-long career has earned him the title of "Musical…

Recording artist Sizzla Kalonji was named 2019 Culture Icon at the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA). It was an award well deserved by the artist, said Ephraim Martin, CEO of Martin's International, the producers of…

Sumer adds its own twist to what it means to have a hot girl in the summer! If you don't know how hot that heat is, you better "crush" some ice cream and quench your thirst because the temperature is so hot! With!-->!-->…

Reggae singer Isiah Mentor knows the importance of being unique in the highly competitive music industry. “The music business is one of the most competitive companies in the world. If what you offer cannot grab people's…

JahVa Coffee Lounge + brings a cozy cafe with a healthy menu and an emphasis on roots reggae music to South Pasadena. Wife and husband owners Angela Vallée and Edwin Grabert have planned a pre-launch party for April 19. The…

A large number of Jamaicans and friends of the island came out on Friday evening to attend the opening of the pop-up exhibition "A Reggae Music Journey" on the occasion of Reggae Month in February, at the Jamaican Consulate in New York. .…

VP Records Co-Founder Ms. Patricia Chin presents a collection of…

In anticipation of the 13th edition of Reggae Month, industry professionals, executives and advisors gathered for The Gleaner's Entertainment Forum to determine the importance of devoting an entire month to reggae.…

To celebrate Reggae Month, the Jamaican Consulate General in New York, in collaboration with VP Records, will host a pop-up exhibition titled "A reggae music journey" at the consulate from February 1 to 21, during Reggae Month. The…

Consul General of Jamaica in New York Ms Alsion Wilson by Derrick…

Consul General of Jamaica in New York, Ms. Alsion Wilson NEW YORK - To celebrate Reggae Month, the Consulate General of Jamaica in New York, in collaboration with VP Records, will host a pop-up exhibition titled "A Reggae…

OCHO RIOS, JAMAICA - January 22, 2020 - The 27th production of Rebel Salute is hailed as a resounding success. About 20,000 local and international fans attended the two-day festival, billed as The people's spectacle,…

It appears that members of the Jamaican Cabinet are heeding the call from members of the music fraternity, for the government to invest more resources in reggae. The Jamaican government has launched a new music initiative to facilitate…

by Howard Campbell Dusk LONDON - Despite leaving his native Grenada…

Like most people, my introduction to Jamaican music began with Bob Marley, whose well-titled collection of hits Legend set my standard for all other reggae music. Soon after, I discovered Peter Tosh, Toots and The Maytals, Black…

Artists, producers, songwriters, breeders, videographers, dancers, stylists and other creative talents involved in the production, marketing and promotion of reggae music will be able to learn more about the new…

Reggae music will open a new chapter when In.Digg.Nation Collective presents unprecedented "all-female juggling". Sunday, November 3 is the date set for the first-ever “New Wave Block Party.” The New Wave brand, however, is no newcomer to…

Bridgetown, BARBADOS: The sounds of Pluto Shervington I was born Yah echoed through the speakers of the catamaran on which the The gleaner Embark on the early morning of emancipation at our first reunion to celebrate Crop…

The global impact and influence of reggae music cannot be denied or limited. And even as this beating heartbeat of our people permeates all corners of the earth, questions arise about the use and abuse of Jamaican…

Perhaps the first fascinating thing everyone will learn about the award-winning Dynamq Sound System Selector is that it's a refugee. And just for clarity, this is a genuine refugee from Sudan. Dynamq, who…

When an impressionable young ingenuous named Marcia Griffiths embarked on her journey into reggae music, she had no idea that half a century later she would be living the lyrics of her own song, which has become an…

Eight years ago Singaporean artist Masia One was a ghost writer in Hollywood working for some of the biggest names in rap and hip hop including Dr Dre, Pharell and The Game. It wasn't exactly the architecture, in which she…

If anyone had asked Freddie McGregor four years ago if there was hope for reggae music, his answer would have been uncertain. But today, the veteran singer is delighted that there is a great resurgence of interest in…

The start of the reggae journey was extremely difficult for those who did. A significant block was broadcast on the two existing radio stations, RJR and JBC. It took acts of force by young 'Turks' producing…

See on the Internet the elation and expression of satisfaction of people around Culture Minister Olivia 'Babsy' Grange as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) meets in Mauritius…

VP Records' exhibit, "A Reggae Music Journey," which was mounted at Sangster International Airport in the departure terminal, will remain at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay through June. The exhibit was recently…

Bob Marley is one of the most popular reggae singers and is credited with exhibiting music to mainstream audiences outside of Jamaica. Photo: Reggaeville.One of the earliest documented reggae songs is the 1968 song "Do The Reggae" by…

(FILES) In this file photo taken on February 8, 2009, a man pedals past a mural of the late musician Bob Marley in Kingston. - Reggae music, whose cold, singing grooves have gained international fame thanks to artists…

The United Nations has added reggae music to its list of international cultural treasures worthy of protection and promotion.Jamaica asked for recognition of its musical tradition at a UN meeting in Mauritius this year. "It is music that…

(CNN) - Reggae music today seems as ubiquitous on Southeast Asian beaches and Boston dormitories as it does in its Jamaican homeland.Today, the genre that evolved in the 1960s has been added to the list of world cultural treasures by…

MAURITIUS, CMC - Reggae music, the genre that originated in Jamaica, on Thursday secured a coveted spot on the United Nations list of world cultural treasures. UNESCO, the cultural and scientific agency of the world…

Reggae music, whose cold, singing grooves have gained international fame thanks to artists like Bob Marley, on Thursday claimed a spot on the United Nations list of world cultural treasures. UNESCO, the cultural and scientific agency of…

Reggae music has been added to a new list of global cultural treasures by the United Nations, with the organization saying its worldwide popularity "continues to act as a voice for all." The genre, which originated in Jamaica in the…

Reggae emerged in the late 1960s in Jamaica and has often been presented as the music of the oppressed, with lyrics dealing with socio-political issues,…

This article was updated on November 29.Waka waka it is the sound of the first riffs which open the "Bob Marley's"Stir. "Sister Nancy"Bam Bam”Begins with slow-paced horns that give way to his cool cadence. Drum break…

In 2000, members of the Black Star Band traveled to Mexico to work in hotels as musicians - little did they know they would end up calling the country home. They are currently one of the most popular reggae…

"A good thing about music, when it hits you don't feel any pain" - Bob Marley Jamaica's phenomenal cultural influence never ceases to amaze me. Our country is so small that it is just a blot on some maps of…

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At a time when most Americans were exposed to a more pop style of reggae music, New Kingston (a group made up of a father and his three sons from New York), is dedicated to the preservation of Jamaican reggae and his…

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International reggae artists Queen Ifrica, Chaka Demus and Plyers, Sanchez, Bugle and Lust are among the headliners preparing to rock Independence Village at the upcoming Kingston Reggae Night concert. The concert, which will be the last…

(This is the first part of the FAUM series - Five Astonishing and Unforgettable Moments - which explores aspects of reggae, dancehall and soca music through the lens of performers, promoters, producers and other…

Jovan Johnson, Gleaning Writer Question: "In which Caribbean country was Reggae music born?" Responnse: "Trinidad and Tobago?" Quiz Master: Incorrect The question, first posed to a primary school student…

They may be considered old-fashioned, but vinyl records have brought more revenue to reggae artists than digital sales lately. Vinyl regained popularity, having gradually lost popularity to cassette, and nearly died…

As South and Central American health ministries scramble to educate the public about Zika, Jamaica has come up with what might be the most eye-catching approach: a dancehall song about the transmitted virus by mosquitoes.…

It's hard to believe, but just a few years ago you would have been hard pressed to find venues in Kingston where you could hear roots reggae live. That all changed, due to an undeniable surge of new musicians and roots fans - there are now…

University of Technology (UTech) lecturer Dr. Glenroy Pinnock says listening to acoustic reggae music can help academics learn math more easily. According to the speaker/musician, who presented on his idea at the…

Shereita Grizzle, entertainment writer Reggae and Jamaica have been inextricably linked since its origins in the 1960s. The musical genre is considered "the heart and soul" of the country's entertainment landscape and holds an…

Evil is stronger than good, it is an established fact. Negative events - losing money, being abandoned by friends, receiving criticism - have a stronger impact on us than equivalent positive events - making money, making friends or…

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Busy signal More reggae music Jamaican-born Busy Signal is best known for two distinct musical styles: frenetic, often heavily auto-tuned hard-core dance hall (“Tic Toc,” “Wine Pon Di Edge”) and covers of radio hits from the 70s and…

Jimmy Cliff performs in 2003 in Nice, France.…