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Ophlin Russell, whose stage name is Sister Nancy, says she is rearing to give dancehall fans in the tri-state area a musical treat of her “Mystery Dance” on June 14 at the Compound, 190-01 Linden Blvd., St Albans, Queens. Sister Nancy is currently in Toronto, Canada, to perform at the launch of her documentary, “Bam […]

For many who are not fans of the Jamaican Dancehall genre, superstar performer Vybz Kartel was a detested convicted murderer facing a lengthy sentence in a local jail for a murder committed back in 2011. was a detested convicted murderer facing a lengthy sentence in a local jail for a murder committed back in 2011. […]

For many who are not fans of the Jamaican Dancehall genre, superstar performer Vybz Kartel was a detested convicted murderer facing a lengthy sentence in a local jail for a murder committed back in 2011. was a detested convicted murderer facing a lengthy sentence in a local jail for a murder committed back in 2011. […]

Another gem will be added to the crown of the king of reggae when Hawaii hosts a trifecta celebrating Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day, and Jamaica’s Robert Nesta Marley’s 80th anniversary. The crowned jewel for marking Hawaii Fest — a two-day treasure trove of music and culinary delights — a triple treat is expected to lure […]

Jamaican reggae artist Minna LaFortune unveiled her latest single, “The Message,” on Thursday as a musical tribute to reggae artists who spread love, unity, and musical diversity across the globe. “This heartfelt track is a musical essay and tribute dedicated to all the reggae bands, particularly from Jamaica, who have traveled the globe, bringing the […]

New York-based, visually impaired reggae artist Nigy Boy has secured nominations in three categories, including “Best New Entertainer,” “Best Song,“ and “Best Singjay Entertainer,“ at the upcoming 42nd Annual International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA), slated for March 30 at the prestigious Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Fort Lauderdale, […]

New York-based, visually impaired reggae artist Nigy Boy has secured nominations in three categories, including “Best New Entertainer,” “Best Song,“ and “Best Singjay Entertainer,“ at the upcoming 42nd Annual International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA), slated for March 30 at the prestigious Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Fort Lauderdale, […]

Singing “51 Years,” Hercules Sunday night was crowned the 2025 Grenada New York Independence Monarch, maintaining his sheer dominance of Grenadian calypsos in New York for a record seventh time. “Grenada, 51 years of independence, it was a different type of independence song, congratulating Grenada on 51 years of independence and issues in the community,” […]

On Feb. 1, the newly-opened Bronx Music Hall will host the New York City premiere of the 2019 documentary, “Studio 17: The Lost Reggae Tapes,” which chronicles the roots of the genre beginning from a family-owned record store in Kingston, Jamaica.  The late legendary producer Quincy Jones called “Studio 17” one of his favorite documentaries […]

On Feb. 1, the newly-opened Bronx Music Hall will host the New York City premiere of the 2019 documentary, “Studio 17: The Lost Reggae Tapes,” which chronicles the roots of the genre beginning from a family-owned record store in Kingston, Jamaica.  The late legendary producer Quincy Jones called “Studio 17” one of his favorite documentaries […]