By Kediesha Perry–Observer writer– Father Romie — OWNER of Exodus Nuclear Sound Ernest “Father Romie” Braithwaite said he is giving thanks for life after being shot and injured near his studio in Havendale, St Andrew, last Sunday. “I’m just in a little pain, you know. But mi a give God thanks, mi alive,” he told the Jamaica Observer yesterday. According to police reports, an attempt was made by robbers to take the music producer’s gold chain. In the tussle, he … Read entire article »

Reggae singer Cocoa Tea is upping his game and thinking outside the studio. The veteran artiste recently announced to fans via social media that he will be treating them to a triple combo – a song, a tour and a clothing line, all in one package, under the title CocoRobics. Cocoa Tea While the Rastaman is no stranger to releasing singles and going on tours all over the world, the release of a clothing line is totally … Read entire article »

Arise Roots on stage in Los Angeles—- The mission to preserve authentic roots-reggae music is not limited to musicians or recording artistes who have been born directly into the culture; artistes born overseas to Jamaican parents are equally potent in their due diligence to preserve and expand the sounds of roots reggae. Karim Israel, the son of Jamaican roots-rocksteady singer Israel Powerhouse and lead vocalist of Arise Roots band, is one such activist. “No matter what, reggae should … Read entire article »

By Katelyn Polantz, CNN— V A Jamaican man chose the wrong person to try to extort: the only one to lead both the FBI and CIA.William Webster, who is now 94 years old, and his wife, Lynda, were targeted four years ago by a man who peddled a lottery scam over phone calls and emails. Over multiple phone calls, Keniel Aeon Thomas of Jamaica told the Websters he’d set their house ablaze or have a sniper shoot them … Read entire article »

By Howard Campbell— Two Jamaican brothers who grew up listening to a mix of reggae and pop, have partnered with British independent record company In-Ex Records to distribute their eclectic sounds. Tovi Soul & Felch Fabion and Toval Soul, known professionally as Felch and Tovi Soul, respectively, have recorded a number of songs for the London-based company. Their EP, Will You Be There, was released in February last year, and they are currently promoting a new song, … Read entire article »

By Howard Campbell— Frustrated with what he considers a dearth of vocal talent in Jamaica, producer Winston “Niney” Holness returns to his roots as a singer with Thank You. He produced the song which is expected to be released in March on his Observer label. Winston “Niney” Holness Holness recorded Thank You at his Observer Soundbox Studio in Kingston, the Jamaica capital. “Mi jus’ get tired a produce people wha’ jus’ waan do two chord music. Bunny Lee tell … Read entire article »

Raging Fyah checking out Dennis Brown . Christopher Martin Pictured left to right: Patricia Chin – Founder VP Records and Dr. Rafael Echevarne – CEO MBJ Airports Limited, unveil A Reggae Music Journey exhibit at Sangster International airport, Montego Bay, Jamaica.—-VP Records, the world’s largest reggae music company, along with artists’ Christopher Martin, Raging Fyah and Kemar Highcon took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony unveiling ‘A Reggae Music Journey’ at Jamaica’s Sangster International Airport. The multi-media … Read entire article »

By Howard Campbell— Bob Marley rarely cracked the United States national chart during his illustrious career, but he certainly had a constant presence in what was known as the ethnic market in that country. Clinton Lindsay, principal of this website and the Foundation Radio Network Chart, can attest to this. Lindsay was a student at New York Institute of Technology in the mid-1970’s when he began compiling charts. That was 1975, and Lively Up Yourself, from the … Read entire article »