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Denis Bowman, a leading, Brooklyn-based Vincentian calypsonian, electrified the inaugural St. Vincent and the Grenadines Cultural Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Nazareth Regional High School in Brooklyn on Saturday, April 19. The event – hosted by the Brooklyn-based Dynamite Cultural Organization (DCO), home of the Dynamite Calypso Tent of New York, the lone Vincentian calypso tent […]
When Collie Buddz and Busy Signal teamed up for their new high-energy track “Spark Up,” it was clear reggae fans were in for something extraordinary. Behind this summer anthem, lighting up playlists worldwide, stands the unmatched talent of Grammy-winning producer, engineer and composer, J-Vibe. “Known for pushing musical boundaries, J-Vibe brings his signature fusion of […]
Reggae Sumfest CEO Josef “Joe” Bogdanovich on Sunday, April 13, confirmed iconic Dancehall King Vybz Kartel for Reggae Sumfest 2025. Bogdanovich flew in from Kingston, Jamaica last weekend to watch Kartel deliver back-to-back sold-out performances, on Friday and Saturday, at the 19,000-seat Barclays Center, downtown Brooklyn. While in Brooklyn, the Downsound Entertainment boss also took […]
Reggae Sumfest CEO Josef “Joe” Bogdanovich on Sunday, April 13, confirmed iconic Dancehall King Vybz Kartel for Reggae Sumfest 2025. Bogdanovich flew in from Kingston, Jamaica last weekend to watch Kartel deliver back-to-back sold-out performances, on Friday and Saturday, at the 19,000-seat Barclays Center, downtown Brooklyn. While in Brooklyn, the Downsound Entertainment boss also took […]
Jamaican-born, New Jersey-based singer Irie is showing no signs of slowing down after a standout year in 2024, thanks to the success of his hit single “Chatty Chatty.” “Chatty Chatty” featured DJ Peter Metro, which Irie, whose real name is Wayne Campbell, said has garnered success in Jamaica. Irie told Caribbean Life on Monday that […]
The Caribbean Elite Group announced on Thursday, April 10 that more than 150 artists have been nominated in over 40 categories for the Third Annual Caribbean Music Awards, set for Aug. 28 in Brooklyn. “This landmark event will showcase the genre-defining artists and trailblazers who are shaping the dynamic future of Caribbean music,” the group […]
Award-winning Guyanese songwriter and vocalist Gucci Boss and Donlink Juzwun Entertainment executive produced a new album titled “Nice Time Riddim,” which dropped on April 3 and features 14 prominent artistes. The entertainer said he came together with the performers to create an exciting new genre of Guyanese ‘sporting’ music, which is a favorite of dancehall lovers. […]
Award-winning Guyanese songwriter and vocalist Gucci Boss and Donlink Juzwun Entertainment executive produced a new album titled “Nice Time Riddim,” which dropped on April 3 and features 14 prominent artistes. The entertainer said he came together with the performers to create an exciting new genre of Guyanese ‘sporting’ music, which is a favorite of dancehall lovers. […]
Jamaican and world-renowned Dance Hall artist Vybz Kartel says his days of bleaching his skin to make him look lighter are over. Speaking on Hot 97 radio this week, the legendary performer said that he had reviewed the practice and had decided to end it after several years. “I mean, in hindsight, it definitely had […]
The reggae fraternity in Jamaica on March 11 joined hundreds of family members, friends, and other music lovers in paying their last respects to reggae legend Cocoa Tea at The Verandah, Clarendon Park, Clarendon, Jamaica, according to Jamaican-born entertainment publicist Anthony “ER Guru” Turner. The New York-based Turner told Caribbean Life on Monday that Cocoa […]