Headline
“I WOULD ASK THEM FOR MORE POSITIVE MUSIC”…GEORGE NOOKS BELIEVES MUSICIANS ARE CULPABLE FOR THE UPTICK IN SCHOOL VIOLENCE!
Entertainer George Nooks has said that there is a connection between today’s popular music and the surge in violence currently playing out in schools across the island. Speaking with Observer Online at a Mother’s Day show held on Sunday, Nooks shared that musicians and the types of song lyrics they produce are a contributing factor to the country’s growing violence problem. Nooks noted that while entertainers were not solely to be blamed for the problem, he stressed that they … Read entire article »
Featured
“I WOULD ASK THEM FOR MORE POSITIVE MUSIC”…GEORGE NOOKS BELIEVES MUSICIANS ARE CULPABLE FOR THE UPTICK IN SCHOOL VIOLENCE!
Entertainer George Nooks has said that there is a connection between today’s popular music and the surge … Read more »
MONTEGO BAY-BASED RISING DJ, KNAVI, IS MAKING WAVES WITH HIS LATEST SINGLE “MEECH OUT!”
In one of the toughest communities in Jamaica, success is not a word many associate with Glendevon, … Read more »
US-BASED SINGER JOJO MAC, IS REAPING SUCCESS WITH HER LATEST SINGLE “EVEN IF IT RAINS!”
Although Jamaican-born recording artist JoJo Mac is based in the United States, she has managed to create … Read more »
Popular
GREGORY ISAACS TOP 100 SONGS
GREGORY ISAACS TOP 100 Compiled By Clinton Lindsay (p) © 2010 Right after the death of Gregory Anthony Isaacs (born … Read more »
Whatever Happened To Sophia “Girlie Girlie” George?
Pats’ Chung makes big hits like reggae star mom By Les Carpenter, Yahoo! SportsDec 6, FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – She had a … Read more »
THE HEPTONES TOP 40
Compiled By Clinton Lindsay THE HEPTONES TOP 40 SONGS With the recent passing, (11/23/11), of Barrington Llewellyn … Read more »
Latest
MONTEGO BAY-BASED RISING DJ, KNAVI, IS MAKING WAVES WITH HIS LATEST SINGLE “MEECH OUT!”
In one of the toughest communities in Jamaica, success is not a word many associate with Glendevon, an enclave in the tourist mecca of Montego Bay. Rising deejay Knavi is determined to show there are exceptions. The artist, who is in his early 20s, is riding high with Meech Out, a catchy, self-produced song released in March. It hails empowerment, especially … Read entire article »
US-BASED SINGER JOJO MAC, IS REAPING SUCCESS WITH HER LATEST SINGLE “EVEN IF IT RAINS!”
Although Jamaican-born recording artist JoJo Mac is based in the United States, she has managed to create waves for herself in other demographics with the track Even If It Rains. The single was released in June 2023, however, the official music video made its debut on March 26 this year. Described as a song about overcoming adversities through prayer, it is a … Read entire article »
YG MARLEY IS NOW ADDED TO THE JULY 19 LINEUP OF REGGAE SUMFEST 2024!
Reggae Sumfest organizers continue to boost their lineup for this summer’s highly-anticipated festival by adding reggae sensation, YG Marley. The next generation of Marley talent is set to ignite the stage on Festival Night One on Friday, July 19. He is the latest act to be added to an already star-studded lineup, including Aidonia, Teejay, Valiant, Jada Kingdom, 450, Malie Donn, … Read entire article »
LEGENDARY SINGER JIMMY JAMES OF “COME TO ME SOFTLY” FAME, DIES AT 83!
Jimmy James, whose ballad Come To Me Softly won him fans in Jamaica and the United Kingdom, died in London yesterday at age 83. His daughter, Lauren Mercurius-Mascoll, told the Jamaica Observer that James passed away at Northwick Park Hospital. She said her father had Parkinson’s disease and a heart condition which caused him to retire from performing. Born in Brown’s Town, St Ann, James moved to … Read entire article »
LEGENDARY DRUMMER DESI JONES OF CHALICE FAME, DIES AT 65!
Respected Jamaican drummer Desi Jones has died. Observer Online understands that Jones passed away suddenly on Saturday. He was 65. Jones started his professional work on the drum set as a teenager when he joined an aggregation under the baton of renowned Jamaican musician and band leader, Sonny Bradshaw. Those formative years laid the foundation for what became a monumental career. He was … Read entire article »
Recent Comments
- rubber stamps on GREGORY ISAACS TOP 100 SONGS
"Awesome post! I will keep an on eye on your blog.…" - Tory on Could Buju Walk Free?
"That's not even 10 mineuts well spent!…" - Jenelle on GREGORY ISAACS TOP 100 SONGS
"That insight's perfcet for what I need. Thanks!…" - Howdy on SEAN PAUL HOLDS FIRM IN NEW YORK!
"Was totally stuck until I read this, now back up and runnnig.…" - Janay on POLITICS IN SONGS – THE MUSIC OF POLITICS!
"You've got to be kddinig me-it's so transparently clear now!…"
You must be logged in to post a comment.