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The 58th Grammy's revealed the nominees for the category of Best Reggae Album 2015. To qualify for this category albums must be released between Oct. 1, 2014 and Sept. 30, 2015. Recordings must be commercially released in general distribution in the United States. The Grammy Awards will take place on February 15, 2016 in Los Angeles. Album: Zion Awake Artiste: Luciano Label: Vpal Music Album: Acousticalevy Artiste: Barrington levy Label: Doctor Dread Presents Album: Strictly Roots Artiste: Morgan Heritage Label: CTBC Music Group Album: The Cure Artiste: Jah Cure Label: VP Records Album: Branches Of The Same Tree Artiste: Rocky Dawuni Label: Cumbancha

Damian Marley’s inaugural Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise has sold out all of the 2,300 available cabins aboard the Norwegian Pearl cruise liner. The Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise will sail from Miami to Jamaica, October 20-25, 2014, docking for daytime excursions and beach parties in the island’s resort towns, Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. The lineup features Damian and his older brothers Stephen and Julian Marley; dancehall superstars Sean Paul and Shaggy, contemporary roots singers Tarrus Riley, Jah Cure, and Etana; sing-jay Busy Signal, Jamaican-American sibling band Morgan Heritage and the roster of acts from the Marley family’s Ghetto Youths International imprint: Wayne Marshall, Black-Am-I, Christopher Ellis (son of Jamaican...

By Shannon Shields Well, well, well, folks, the Annual Reggae Sumfest for the year of 2012 is over and done but I doubt it will ever be forgotten by the people who were fortunate enough to make it to the festival. Whether you were lucky enough like me to attend all three nights or only one night I'm sure that your annual Reggae Sumfest experience was a great one and I am also sure that every one of this year's lucky patrons are already booked, hotel-ed and ready to return to the beautiful island of Jamaica next year. This year's annual Reggae Sumfest was number 20 and even though it has been twenty years in the business I see no signs of age. Just signs of bigger and better things to come from Jamaica's annual Reggae...

Morgan Heritage is scheduled to perform at the New York Stock Exchange's 94th annual tree lighting ceremony on November 30. The occasion, which opened to the public, is slated to start at 2:30 pm. The reggae band, however, is earmarked to perform at 5:35 pm. The rock band Hollis Brown, country star Jackie Lee, singers Karen Rodriguez and Jesse Campbell, the Harlem Globetrotters, and the Radio City Rockettes are also billed to perform.

New York Sessions Movado (Sat) I - Octane (Sat) Khargo (Sat) Shine Head (Sat) Barrington Levy (Sat) Shabba Ranks (Sat) Papi Levi (Fri/Sat) Don Carlos (Fri/Sat) Jr Reid (Sat) Wayne Wonder (Sat) Sanchez (FL) Jamaica Sessions Mad Cobra Konshens Capleton Ninja Man Cocoa Tea Sizzla Bounty Killer Tarrus Riley Idonia Romian Virgo Chirs Martin All Artistes above can be booked for combos session. Drops and jingles also available. Special Saturday Only: Terry Linen 3 Dubs US$300 (NY) Package deals 3 dubs US$500 available for the following artistes. Courtney Melody Major Mackerel Sammy Dread Micheal Palmer Thistan Palmer Cornell Campbell Frankie Paul Mikey Spice Half Pint Luciano Terror Fabulous...

By: Shannon Shields "Yes, mi dem a feature." Jamaica's best kept secret songbird the beautiful Tami Chynn will be performing this Saturday the 20th of April, 2013 at the fabulous Red Bones Blues Cafe for all of her devoted fans and music lovers in general. Tammar Anika Chin was born June 14th, 1984 and become Tami Chynn in 2005 when she was signed to her first major label. Tami Chynn's resume includes singing, songwriting and dancing. Her first single "Rock U" was an instant success and since then Tami Chynn has went on to work with the likes of Shaggy, Sean Paul and Lady GaGa. Jamaica's best kept secret songbird is not just a Dancehall star or just a Reggae star. Her repertoire also includes fusion, R&B and Pop. Her...

Kaya Fest is a Music and Awareness Festival created in the spirit of Bob Marley’s great legacy and curated by his son, multi-Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and producer Stephen Marley, the festival is a historic gathering of the greatest working artists in music today, for an expression of unity and excellence. Each year, Kaya Fest invites an incredible roster of reggae-influenced artists, including the likes of Ms. Lauryn Hill, Snoop Dogg, Cypress Hill, Pitbull, Sean Paul, and Wyclef Jean to celebrate one love, unity, peace and “overstanding” alongside supporters from all over the world. In honor of their father’s legacy Stephen Marley, Ziggy Marley, Damian Marley, Ky-Mani Marley and Julian Marley are set to perform together...

Ivy Rose - ReggaeMe Writer On July the 19th the Annual Reggae Sumfest takes off into high gear with Dancehall Night with the likes of the great Rodney "Bounty Killer " Price and Moses "Beanie Man" Davis Performing along side of them is the first lady of Dancehall, Lady Saw, who will, also, be honored that night for her many achievements in Dancehall over the years. The festival continues July the 20th with the first International Night with the legendary Shabba Ranks and internationally known Trey Songs. Friday night also offers a real taste of reggae with the great John Holt, the great Yellowman and the great U-Roy. Which are only a few of the "greats" on the line up that night. Then on July the 21th the second International...

Born in Jamaica Dawn Penn studied classical music from the age of five at Duke Street by Miss Campbell and later with Lena Robinson- Kensington Avenue and reached Grade V11 in theory and practical with examinations from the Royal School of Music. During that time she also studied the violin with her sisters Pat and Audrey and was taught by Major Wilson of the Salvation Army Bramwell Booth Memorial Hall. The PENN Sisters used to perform at churches i.e. Grace Missionary and Kingston Youth for Christ-at Coke Church Memorial Hall to name a few. New York Session Sunday Only (Good Price) Albums No, No, No (1994) Come Again (1996) Never Hustle the Music (2004) Singles You Don't Love Me (1967) You Don't Love Me (No, No, No)...

The nominations for the Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards, taking place in Liverpool, England in November, were announced on Monday. Now in its 17th year, the annual MOBO Awards recognises acts who have impacted the UK music scene. 2012 Best Reggae Act: Damian Marley Konshens Mr Vegas Popcaan Sean Paul The internationally renowned MOBO Awards are held annually in the UK and over the past 17 years, MOBO has showcased and honoured many of the music industry's finest talent from around the world with performances and attendances from A-list artists including Janet Jackson, Destiny's Child, Dionne Warwick, Justin Timberlake, Tina Turner, Dizzee Rascal, Marley Family, Jay-Z, Rihanna,Usher and Amy Winehouse to name a few. Last...

Coming off the heels of One Mic (NY Edition) launching in November 2012 with young, hip and soulful Christopher Martin. Destine Media event producer is ready to entertain the masses with another One Mic experience. On February 7th history will take place inside Galapagos Art Space, as Anthony B will perform a full Acoustic set for the first time in his career. Anthony B will return to Brooklyn for the first time in over 7 yrs. It is only fitting that this event takes place during black history month and the day after the birthday of Robert Nesta Marley. It will be a major musical celebration not to be missed! Anthony B looking forward to this honor states: One Mic "The artistic movement" was founded in order to give the...

Upon his return home, Grammy Award winner Buju Banton albums began to soar in sales and generate high streaming numbers. Within 24 hours of his return home Buju had 10 albums on the top 30 U.S, reggae itunes charts, held the #1 spot on the Reggae album itunes chart in U.S, U.K and various European countries as well as reached over half a million instagram fans. To say the momentum for his return was 'big' may seem like an understatement, many are saying it was historic and anticipating his first concert. On March 16th 2019, Gargamel Music & Boom Energy in collaboration with Solid Agency and Rockers Island Entertainment Presents Long Walk To Freedom. "Boom Energy Drink is honored to present the globally anticipated BUJU Banton...

The 20th edition of Reggae Sumfest will see two international artiste added to the event, as a pair of R&B superstars will take to the Catherine Hall stage this July. R Kelly and Trey Songz have been confirmed for Reggae Sumfest 2012, which will take place from July 15-21 in Montego Bay. Trey Songz will take to the stage on International Night 1, July 20 while R Kelly will perform on International Night 2, July 21. R Kelly was due to perform at 2011 edition of Reggae Sumfest but had to pull out after complaining of throat pain and later having an emergency operation on his throat. Nicki Minaj was then added to the event and delivered a memorable performance. Beach Party Night 2012 Lineup ZJ Bambino Delano (of Renaissance) DJ...

Throughout his extensive career, soulful reggae singer Junior Kelly has prided himself in making music that is both uplifting and empowering. Providing music that is eternal and knows no boundaries. Internationally known for his breakthrough single "Love So Nice", Junior Kelly cemented his name in reggae music history and thereafter delivered numerous hits such as "Sunshine", "Boom Draw", "Juvenile", "Tough Life", "Too Late" with Queen Ifrica and "Missing You" with Bar-Bee amongst others. In support and with the success of his latest single "Been There", Junior Kelly has been busy promoting and performing all summer throughout North America and the Caribbean, and to the delight of his European fans, will kick off his Fall European...

It's not every day you have the opportunity to sail away with a few of the world's greatest musicians. Staging their third annual Love and Harmony Cruise, Rockers Island Entertainment, in association with Best of the Best Entertainment and Massive B, are proud to announce the first artist line up for Love and Harmony Cruise, set to sail from Fort Lauderdale to Ocho Rios Jamaica and Georgetown, Grand Cayman, April 13th - April 18th 2019. "Love and Harmony Cruise is now approaching our third year and we always look to improve each year and bring forth new attractions for our cruisers and this year is no exception. This year we will have a full play on board with one of Jamaica's great actor/comedian, Oliver Samuels and crew. We will also...

There were no major surprises when the much-anticipated 2010 Sting poster was unveiled. The unveiling of the poster also confirmed that Mavado and Vybz Kartel will be a no-show at the event, set for December 26, 2010 at Jamworld, in Portmore, St Catherine. Vybz Kartel, in a recent interview with the Jamaica Star, made it clear he wouldn't attend the 27-year old event. There are reports indicating that Vybz Kartel and Mavado wanted alot of money for their appearance at Sting 2010. It was expressed that Mavado wanted J$3million and Vybz Kartel wanted J$4million Jamaican dollars to perform. Line up Include: 13 WARRIORS I-Octane Khago Etana Chuck Fenda Gyptian Sizzla Bounty Killer Beenie Man Richie Spice Agent Sasco...

TMM Promise Land and Andrew Digital Present War Zone Clash LP vs. King Addies March 24, 2012

Brooklyn, New York - The year 2010 is a landmark year for the historical elevation of conscious Reggae music, as it celebrates its 50th year anniversary of the 1st conscious Reggae music recordings brought to us by the likes of Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Vernon Allen. So what is a better way to commemorate them by again making history! For the first time ever six top culture sound systems will converge under the banner of Conscious, Reggae, Roots and Culture to compete musically for the top honor of being dubbed the “#1 NY Culture Sound”. On Saturday June 26th all roads will lead to the Culture Sound Clash (CSC) which will take place in The Lab located at 1428 Fulton Street between Kingston and Brooklyn Avenues in Brooklyn, New York...