By Kimberley Small – Staff Reporter—- Brian Chung— Brian ‘Ribbi’ Chung had been in the nightclub business for decades. After spending some time as a selector, and a party promoter, his segue into clubbing fuelled Kingston and Portmore’s nightlife. But when the club proprietor decided to take a step back, no one stepped forward. And so he’s back. Chung has claimed the top floor of a developing plaza on Constant Spring Road, with plans to open a … Read entire article »

By Sade Gardner – Gleaner Writer—t Patra— C For dancehall doyenne, Patra, titling yourself ‘queen’ should supersede ego or trend. Her 1993 single, Queen of the Pack, (also the name of her debut album) was born not only out of self-awareness, but also her desire to empower women across the world. Earning her moniker from a cousin, who likened her to the Egyptian queen Cleopatra, the entertainer said the proclamation was one of appreciation and representation of her gender … Read entire article »

BY RICHARD JOHNSON—Observer senior reporter— Ziggy Marley (Photo: Tim Cadiente)— Ziggy Marley is a very busy man. The eldest son of reggae icon Bob Marley will readily tell you he is working on multiple projects at any given time. Currently in-between performances and promotions for his seventh solo studio album, Rebellion Rises, which was released last year and earned him a Grammy Award nomination for Best Reggae Album, Marley has his hand in a number of other projects. He … Read entire article »

BY HOWARD CAMPBELL—Observer senior writer— Junior Tucker— From dancefloor ballads like My Girl to the psychedelic soul of Papa Was A Rolling Stone and the riveting What’s Going On , Jamaicans have tuned into Motown since the legendary label opened its doors in Detroit 60 years ago. Many of the company’s artistes have performed in Jamaica including Smokey Robinson, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder and The Jackson 5. Berry Gordy As Motown celebrates its 60th anniversary, the Jamaica Observer reflects on some memorable reggae covers from Berry Gordy’s label. It’s … Read entire article »

New York City police said that no arrests had been made.Oct. 12, 2019, 8:19 AM EDT / Updated Oct. 12, 2019, 8:37 AM EDTBy Max Burman, Michelle Acevedo and Kimberly Flores Gaynor Four people were killed and three others wounded in a shooting in Brooklyn, New York City police said early Saturday. The incident took place on Utica Avenue in the Crown Heights area of the borough, an NYPD spokesperson told NBC News. Those wounded were taken to local hospitals, the NYPD said. No … Read entire article »