NEW RELEASE Kemar Ottey, widely recognized as the Jamaican dancehall artist Ding Dong, first gained fame as an influential dancer, pioneering numerous popular moves that earned him the title of Danca King. In 2003, he founded the dance group Ravers Clavers, which, despite evolving membership over the years, remains an active force in the dancehall scene. Ding Dong then made…
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Looking trendy in sunglasses and loose-fitting slacks, Winston “Niney” Holness held court in his suite at the Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston. The occasion, on May 7, was a listening party for his self-titled album. The 14-song set was officially launched the previous day at that venue. It attracted a number of prominent figures including Olivia Grange, Jamaica’s entertainment minister,…
Where: New JerseyWhen: April 26, 2025Reporter: Stephen CooperPhotos & Videos: Stephen Cooper (Clips/Photos)Media Editing : TeacherCopyright: 2025 – Stephen Cooper When Scientist told me he’d be live-dubbing the unique, extremely talented, reggae-punk band Blanc du Blanc in a barn in New Jersey, and that I should come see the show, he also told me that by the time the…
The English band Nine Ton Peanut Smugglers recently released their LP Pieces Of Eight on the Spanish label Liquidator Music. This label is well-known for its dedication to ska, rocksteady, early reggae, and soul music, and frequently collaborates with the Spanish producer Roberto Sanchez. With two decades of performing at festivals across the UK and Europe under their belt, the…
A Junior Byles – Auntie Lu-LuB U Roy – Double Six Step back in time with this outstanding Skank and Groove reissue, featuring unforgettable tracks from singer-songwriter Junior Byles and deejay U Roy. Produced by the legendary Rainford Hugh “Lee Scratch” Perry and backed by The Upsetters, both songs originally debuted in Jamaica in 1973 on the Upsetter label. At…
Saturday On Saturday Irie Vibes continues with live concerts at the Lion’s Den and sound system pressure at the Inner Lion stage. A nice mix of local and international artists, young talent and established names. What about the mighty Echo Minott & The Hot Peppers? An established name in reggae history witha career spanning over 45 years. Make way for…
Kingston-born Spectacular made his first recording in 1996 and his first album in 2005, becoming a sought-after artist on the European reggae scene through tours with the likes of Lutan Fyah, who guests on the upbeat track Farmer Man on this release, and his work with Sizzla (1999’s All Praises Belong To Jah) Indeed, this is released by the French…
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