CLINTON LINDSAY

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 »

By Simone Morgan-Lindo – STAR Writer— Photo Jahiant Jahh— Jamaica-born reggae/dancehall artiste Jahiant Jahh was killed in Ottawa, Canada, last Friday. According to his manager, Naomi Fudemoto, the entertainer, whose given name is Markland Campbell, was rushing to defend his 18-year-old daughter’s dignity after she called to say she was being assaulted by two men. She stated that he was unarmed and was subsequently shot in the chest. He passed away while undergoing surgery. The Ottawa police have since arrested and … Read entire article »

By K’Shema Francis— Fast-rising reggae sensation Koffee will make her US television debut with an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live this Thursday. The 19-year-old reggae singer is the latest Jamaican entertainer to make an appearance on the ABC late night show that has featured Protoge, Chronixx, and Shaggy as musical guests. Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, and broadcast on ABC. Koffee has been enjoying a number of successes since the release of … Read entire article »

By Kevin Jackson—Observer writer— Lee “Scratch” Perry — At 83 years old, Lee “Scratch” Perry is the oldest person to make the Billboard Reggae Albums chart since its inception in 1994. He earns a career-best number two place with Rainford, a nine-song set. The legendary producer/artiste, known for his work with The Wailers, Junior Byles and Junior Murvin, has made the chart 13 times. Rainford was released by On-U Sound on May 10. Perry, a Grammy winner, has developed a massive following … Read entire article »

BY KEDIESHA PERRY—Observer writer— Kevin Downswell — Singer Kevin Downswell says this year’s Realignment Tour promises to exceed expectations. He has staged the series of shows since 2017. “Each year, we learn more and we capitalise on what we learn from previous years. The execution will be better, the team is stronger and more experienced, the artistes are good. The production is also on another level; we have Martin Lewis and Clear Sounds on board, so we’re really sparing … Read entire article »

By Kevin Jackson—Observer writer— Bushwick Bill — Jamaican -born rapper Bushwick Bill died Sunday at the age of 52. Cause of death was complications of pancreatic cancer. His publicist Dawn P confirmed Bushwick Bill’s passing in a post on Instagram. “Bushwick Bill passed away peacefully today at 9:35 PM. His family appreciates all of the prayers and support. He will truly be missed,” the statement read. Born in Kingston, Bushwick Bill, whose real name was Richard Stephen Shaw, was best known as a … Read entire article »