Songs not a sign to parties
Over the years, it has become the norm for political parties to adopt the songs of dancehall and reggae artistes as part of their campaigns gimmicks. However, some artistes say no permission has been granted and warn that this will...
History on half-a-roll
History was created at the National Stadium on the night of April 22, 1978, when Robert Nesta Marley, reggae icon and Jamaica's undisputed musical ambassador for peace, brought the two political leaders, Prime Minister Michael...
Caribbean Flavour Series - Fontaine's natural rhythm unbeatable
Dominican singer, Nasio Fontaine, is only one of the many artistes who reggae icon Bob Marley has influenced.
The network of sponsors widens
The usual cadre of corporate sponsorship, including Digicel, Red Stripe, Cable and Wireless and more, while still maintaining a hold on entertainment events, have had to make room for other sponsors to step into the limelight.
Jessica Yapp bows into jazz
Jessica Yapp conquered the 2007 Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues festival on Thursday, January 25, at the Aqueduct, Rose Hall, St James, as patrons screamed for an encore from the young performer.
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