A 'Black well' of J'can music - Island Outpost boss looks back at early years
WESTERN BUREAU: Reggae's emergence on the world stage came from his blueprint and nothing can erase the fact that the first three pop/rhythm and blues records produced in Jamaica were born in his camp. In fact, it would...
Yendi Phillipps has no
regrets
Miss Jamaica World 2007, Yendi Phillipps, is still feeling on top of the world after placing in the top 15 at the Miss World 2007 pageant, held in Sanya, China, on December 1.
Veterans dominate Reggae Grammy category
FOUR previous winners of the Best Reggae Album Grammy Award have been nominated for the 2008 category, the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS) announced Thursday.
Ranking Toyan invites Ja to 'Spar Wid Me'
When Rankin Toyan issued the invitation to "spar wid me mek me show yu Barry G" in the lyrics he first delivered live on Volcano sound system and recorded soon after he was, among other things, waxing warm to a woman.
Competition refuses to play Barry G tribute
Spar Wid Me hit the top of both the JBC and RJR charts, claiming pole position on the latter, despite a competitive quirk. Gordon says "When the song was selling and moving up the RJR's chart, the presenter refused to play the song. He would only call the name.
Music the 'bass' of reggae families
'A wise son maketh a glad father' holds true in the world of music, where hit-making children of reggae stars are stepping into the limelight, often to the pleasure of their musical families.
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