Anthony Cruz--- Music has played a major part in Jamaica’s general elections. In 1972, the famous bandwagon of reggae musicians, organised by Clancy Eccles, helped Michael Manley get elected prime
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BY RICHARD JOHNSON--- Ernie Smith--- FOR a second year, singer and songwriter Ernie Smith is being recognized by the Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JaRIA) at their honor awards. And, like
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By Monica Akhtar--- Jamaica's Ministry of Health debuted a catchy, dancehall music video that is also an important Zika virus PSA. (Ministry of Health, Jamaica) Many countries have warned their
Pitbull--- Cuban-American rapper Pitbull recently released a Spanish cover of the Chaka Demus & Pliers hit song Murder She Wrote. Titled El Taxi, it is from Dale, his ninth album.
Nesbeth--- WITH election tempers flaring in the western end of the island, reggae singjay Nesbeth is urging all Jamaicans to give peace a chance. The artist, who is currently on
Dancehall artist Spice says she has forgiven former dancehall nemesis, Marion Hall. Spice made the statement in a Real Talk interview with the STAR. She was asked for a response
BY RICHARD JOHNSON--- Abatau--- For the children of successful musicians, standing in the shadows of their parents can be a daunting task. Many are gripped by fear and the constant
Chin Chin--- EMBATTLED emerging dancehall act Shauna Chin says going forward she’ll be using the name Chin Chin for all bookings and business transactions. She was speaking with the Jamaica
By Herb Boyd--- radio--- It was widely rumored a few years ago that WWRL-AM 1600 had been sold. That rumor is finally a reality. “RL,” as it’s known by many of