CROSSING the language barrier
Reggae is undeniably one of Jamaica's greatest exports. Many have pointed to the idea that it is one of our greatest gifts to the world (with rum coming close behind). It is the media by which Jamaicans have lifted our voices and made a rebellious...
The creation of cyber-ska
The origins of the Jamaican genre of music, ska, have become somewhat blurred over the years, and the space is not available on these pages to fully explore such at the moment. Suffice it to say that its creation has been credited to many, from Ernie...
Peter Tosh: Biography of a 'Stepping Razor'
My songs are a revolution, not smiling songs on the periphery of understanding the nature of existence. (Mark of the Beast, Honorary Citizen Disc One) - Peter Tosh
Alison Hinds uncut
Hungry! in a word that's how you would describe Alison Hinds, the alluring front woman for top soca band, Barbadian Square One. "I would really love to break out internationally. To get that real big break is my dream right now," said Ms. Hinds in...
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