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IRIE JAM RADIO (NYC) AND THE BRIDGE 99FM(JA) TO SIMULCAST WITH THE BEAT (UK)!

IRIE JAM RADIO (NYC) AND THE BRIDGE 99FM(JA) TO SIMULCAST WITH THE BEAT (UK)!

Robbo Ranx of The Beat, 103.6 FM in London On November 29, 2021 when The Bridge, 99 FM in Kingston, Jamaica began simulcasting with radio stations in Toronto, Canada and New York, it was hailed as a groundbreaking move that was a first in Diaspora radio. In another blockbuster move, The Bridge 99FM has expanded its reach to the United Kingdom, this time teaming with the talented Robbo Ranx of The Beat, 103.6 FM in London, who connects radio listeners … Read entire article »

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“DE RANGLIN” HAS ENTERED BOTH THE NEW YORK AND SOUTH FLORIDA CHARTS!

“DE RANGLIN” HAS ENTERED BOTH THE NEW YORK AND SOUTH FLORIDA CHARTS!

From Maria Jackson Entertainment—As anticipation continues to build for Two Colors – the instrumental album by Dean Fraser and Ernie Ranglin – the lead single, De Ranglin, is rapidly becoming a constant on reggae networks worldwide.The reggae tune, laced with dub undertones, was officially released on April 22nd by Tad’s International Record. It features Big Youth, whose presence on the track transports listeners back to an era when ‘dance did nice’; a time when toasting dominated dancehalls.Confirmation of De Ranglin‘s early success came a few … Read entire article »

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WES ROK MAKES HIS DEBUT WITH COUNTRY MUSIC AT REGGAE SUMFEST, JULY 23!

WES ROK MAKES HIS DEBUT WITH COUNTRY MUSIC AT REGGAE SUMFEST, JULY 23!

By Howard Campbell— With his denim jackets, Stetson hats and Kenny Rogers sound, Wesrok has endeared himself to lovers of country music in Jamaica. In July, he makes his debut on one of reggae’s biggest stages. The singer will perform on closing night of the July 18-23 Reggae Sumfest which takes place at Catherine Hall in Montego Bay. He will share the card with some of dancehall’s heavy hitters including Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Cham and Wayne Wonder. Wesrok … Read entire article »

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FROM “LITTLE FREDDIE”…TO THE CAPTAIN OF THE BIG SHIP!

FROM “LITTLE FREDDIE”…TO THE CAPTAIN OF THE BIG SHIP!

By Kediesha Perry/Jamaica Observer writer— Freddie McGregor— SIXTY years ago when Freddie McGregor relocated from Hayes in Clarendon to Kingston with The Clarendonians, he had no idea his life was going to change forever. “I never had any experience in music. I didn’t know what I was doing. I don’t know, maybe that was just my calling. I was just excited to go to Kingston, because during those times, it was like going to New York. I didn’t … Read entire article »

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UPCOMING SINGER KURENCY, HOPES HIS LATEST SINGLE “ALL ALONE” WILL OPEN DOORS FOR HIM!

UPCOMING SINGER KURENCY, HOPES HIS LATEST SINGLE “ALL ALONE” WILL OPEN DOORS FOR HIM!

The parish of St. Thomas in eastern Jamaica is known for its scenic coastline and thriving banana industry. It has also produced its share of reggae artists including The Slickers (of Johnny Too Bad fame), Bushman, Natty King and Popcaan. Kurency Kurency, a singer from the Trinityville area of the parish, is determined to be the next big thing out of that region. His latest song is All Alone, released in March. It is inspired by an unhappy … Read entire article »

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PRODUCER AUTARCHII RELEASES HIS LATEST PROJECT, THE “GENERATION GAP RIDDIM!”

PRODUCER AUTARCHII RELEASES HIS LATEST PROJECT, THE “GENERATION GAP RIDDIM!”

One of many roots-reggae groups that formed in Jamaica during the 1970s, Time Unlimited never hit it big as The Mighty Diamonds or The Wailing Souls, but they recorded a number of inspirational songs including 2000 Years. Recently, that song’s militant melody was revived as the Generation Gap Riddim. It is co-produced by Autarchii, Linton Hinds Jr. and Donovan Joseph, a former member of Time Unlimited who is also Autarchii’s father. The Generation Gap Riddim has four … Read entire article »

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TANYA STEPHENS COLLABORATES WITH CEDELLA MARLEY AND DIANA KING, ON THE EMERGING SINGLE “DIAMONDS IN THE SUN!”

TANYA STEPHENS COLLABORATES WITH CEDELLA MARLEY AND DIANA KING, ON THE EMERGING SINGLE “DIAMONDS IN THE SUN!”

Talented singer and songwriter, Tanya Stephens, features Cedella Marley and Diana King, as she drops a new record titled “Diamonds in the Sun.” Tanya Stephens has worked with other passionate entertainers to release “Diamonds In The Sun,” a captivating new single, to serenade her fans and lovers of good music with great vocals and meaningful lyrics. The talented songstress collaborated with Cedella Marley and Diana King to create the masterpiece, which has already started to enjoy massive airplay, as they come … Read entire article »

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A DENNIS BROWN’S “SUPERFAN” DONA-V, TO RELEASE HIS RENDITION OF THE CLASSIC “SHOULD I”

A DENNIS BROWN’S “SUPERFAN” DONA-V, TO RELEASE HIS RENDITION OF THE CLASSIC “SHOULD I”

Dona V’s cover of the Dennis Brown classic ‘Should I’ will be released on May 20. Dennis Brown may be the most-covered reggae artiste given his amazing catalogue of reggae and lover’s rock songs. Talented reggae singer Dona-V is a ‘D Brown’ superfan who stands out among the Brown’s legion of fans, and he recently paid homage to the Crown Prince of Reggae with a cover of the popular classic, Should I. “Being a die hearted fan of … Read entire article »

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BEVERLEY KELSO OF THE ORIGINAL WAILERS FAME, TO BE HONORED IN NEW YORK, MAY 29!

BEVERLEY KELSO OF THE ORIGINAL WAILERS FAME, TO BE HONORED IN NEW YORK, MAY 29!

By Anthony Turrner/Gleaner Writer— Beverley Kelso Singer Beverley Kelso, one of the founding members of the original Wailers with Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Bunny Wailer, Junior Braithwaite and Cherry Smith, will be honored with a United States Congressional Proclamation from Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke. The proclamation will be presented to Kelso at the upcoming Westchester Reggae Festival on May 29, the organizers have announced. Kelso was thrust in the spotlight in 1963, when, at age 14, Marley asked … Read entire article »

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ANTHONY CRUZ IS EXCITED ABOUT HIS COVER OF SILK SONIC’S “LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN!”

ANTHONY CRUZ IS EXCITED ABOUT HIS COVER OF SILK SONIC’S “LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN!”

The 1970s charm of Leave The Door Open by Silk Sonic made that R&B ballad one of the biggest hits of 2021. For his reggae version, Anthony Cruz also went for an old school feel.He sought the father-and-son team of Willie and Kashief Lindo, who played bass and engineered the recording session. Fellow singer Lymie Murray handled backing vocals. Anthony Cruz Cruz is excited about how things turned out on the song which is distributed by Tad’s … Read entire article »

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