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THE EARTH’S POPULATION TO REACH 9.7 BILLION BY 2050, ACCORDING TO THE UNITED NATIONS!
UNITED NATIONS, United States (AFP) — The world population is expected to climb to 9.7 billion in 2050 from 7.7 billion today, with the population of sub-Saharan Africa doubling, a United Nations report released Monday said. The population could then grow to 11 billion by 2100, according to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs’s “World Population Prospects” report. The study paints a picture of a future in which a handful of countries see their populaces surge as life … Read entire article »
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GRAMMY-NOMINATED ETANA TAKES HER SHOW ON THE ROAD!
Etana — Etana is scheduled to head off to Paris, France, to begin the European leg of her Reggae Forever world tour. The jaunt, which started on April 16 in the United States, is expected to end on August 25 in The United Kingdom. “I am going to rehearse in Paris and then head to Mauritius. In all, there are six shows in Europe and two in England, with a break for Canada and then back to Jamaica … Read entire article »
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HIGH TIMES ANNOUNCES THE CANCELLATION OF “REGGAE ON THE RIVER” 2019!
The perennially troubled event, Reggae on the River, has been cancelled as of 5:30 p.m. today. High Times, which signed a contract to produce the event in May of 2018, bowed out. Last year’s ticket sales were dismal. Reggae on the River has been cancelled all ticket holders will be refunded within 10 business day. Dusty Hughston, Mateel Community Center board member, confirmed that the 2019 Reggae on the River show has been cancelled. “It’s real. They called me … Read entire article »
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VETERAN MUSICIAN CONROY COOPER, DIES AT 74!
BY RICHARD JOHNSON—Observer senior reporter— Conroy Cooper— Seventy – four year-old musician Conroy Cooper was found dead at his Kingston apartment on Friday evening. According to his brother Grub, who is best known for his association with show band Fab 5, Cooper was last seen entering his apartment on Tuesday. His landlord became suspicious when he did not see him leave on Friday and called the police who forcibly entered the house, where his body was found in a state of … Read entire article »
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NEW YORK-BASED PRODUCER MUSICAL MASQUERADE, HAS RELEASED HIS RIDDIM-DRIVEN DEBUT ALBUM “ELEMENTS OF REGGAE!”
New York based, Jamaican born Producer, Musical Masquerade has released his long awaited debut album “Elements of Reggae”.The compilation is complete with 11 tracks featuring reggae and dancehall’s hottest artists including Mavado, Agent Sasco, Serani, Rayvon, Red Fox, Spice, Ding Dong, Kafinal and more. The album also features a special feature by legendary hip hop artist Jadakiss. “Elements of Reggae” presents a well rounded collection of tracks that can appeal to music lovers globally.Lead singles include the pop … Read entire article »
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“MASS MANIPULATION” BY STEEL PULSE, HAS TAKEN OVER THE NO.1 SPOT ON THE ALBUM CHART!
THE FOUNDATION RADIO NETWORK TOP 20 ALBUMS/CD’S (NY) 6/7/19 TW LW WOC TITLE ARTIST LABEL First week @ No.1 1 2 4 MASS MANIPULATION (1) STEEL PULSE ROOT FIRE PROD 2 1 6 Wah Gwaan? (2) Shaggy Brooklyn Knights 3 3 7 And Then (2) Christopher Martin VP Records 4 4 12 Rapture (4) Koffee Columbia Records 5 5 5 The Lioness Of Reggae Rita Marley Tuff Gong Worldwide 6 7 3 Self Confidence Jemere Morgan Dada Son Records 7 6 9 Masterclass Lt. Stitchie X-Ray Productions 8 12 … Read entire article »
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THREE WEEKS AT NO.1 FOR MARCIA GRIFFITHS, AS BUSY SIGNAL AND YOUNG GARVEY MAKE NEW ENTRIES!
FOUNDATION RADIO NETWORK TOP 30 MUSIC CHART (NY) 6/14/19 TW LW WOC TITLE ARTIST LABEL HPR 1 1 9 WHAT KIND OF WORLD (3) MARCIA GRIFFITHS TAD’S/PENTHOUSE RECORDS #1 2 2 12 Ride Natty Ride Keith Cole Love Birds Records #2 3 3 9 That Wonderful Sound Tony Anthony Phylani Music #3 4 4 5 Country For Sale Buju Banton Penthouse Records #4 5 6 8 Nah Sell Out Me Soul Lady G GT Muzik #5 6 5 14 Yardie (4) The ATF Band Tad’s … Read entire article »
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FROM ONCE COULDN’T PAY ITS LIGHT BILL, TO NOW WELCOMING PORSCHE AND BMW, JAMAICA’S ECONOMY IS BOOMING AT A CONSISTENT PACE!
BY JACQUELINE CHARLES for The Miami Herald— Jamaica’s booming economy is attracting foreign investment Jamaica’s economy is growing at a pace consistent enough to attract foreign investment, experts say. Just seven years ago, Jamaica was an economic basket case. The government was bleeding so much red ink it couldn’t fix potholes or keep streetlights on as it faced a staggering $20 billion debt in 2013. Today the nation of 2.8 million is the economic-turnaround story of the Caribbean. Among the tough belt-tightening decisions … Read entire article »
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FANS HAVE A LONGER WAIT FOR KOFFEE’S AMERICAN NETWORK-TV APPEARANCE!
By Kediesha Perry—Observer writer— Koffee — FANS of Koffee will have to wait until July before getting a taste of the singjay on American network television. She was slated to perform on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live on Thursday night. “Hey Everyone, I know you were all anxiously anticipating my debut American TV performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. However, due to circumstances beyond my control, my performance won’t be aired until July. Thank you to all who stayed up to tune … Read entire article »
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BOB MARLEY & THE WAILERS’ “LEGEND” TURNS 35!
Bob Marley — Last Friday, The Marley Family, Island Records , and UMe joined forces to observe the 35th anniversary of Bob Marley & The Wailers’ album Legend with a reissue of the iconic work on vinyl. Initially released on May 8, 1984, Legend holds the distinction of being the world’s best-selling reggae album of all time with over 15 million copies sold in the United States alone, and over 28 million worldwide. A greatest hits compilation for the ages, Legend is … Read entire article »
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