Jamaica
‘Pressure Drop’: Robert Palmer Gets Soul From New Orleans To Kingston
In November 1975, a 26-year old with an increasingly sophisticated taste for blue-eyed soul unveiled his second solo album.
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News1 year agoMarley Family Announces ‘One Love’ Cover And UNICEF Campaign
Out July 17, the reimagined anthem for peace and unity will benefit UNICEF’s COVID-19 aid efforts.
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Features1 year ago
One Love, One Bob Marley: The Life And Legacy Of Jamaica’s Biggest Star
In taking reggae to the world, Bob Marley put Jamaica on the map. His legacy reaches beyond music, spreading messages of love and unity.
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Artists1 year ago
Sly & Robbie
The Jamaican rhythm duo of drummer Sly Dunbar and bassist Robbie Shakespeare are renowned for their solo catalog as well as their collaborations with other artists.
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Artists2 years ago
Burning Spear
Burning Spear‘s first album to make significant waves was the brilliant Marcus Garvey in 1975 – for many, it is Rodney’s masterpiece and the seminal album for what has become known as...
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News2 years ago
Skip Marley Returns With New Song, ‘That’s Not True’ Ft. Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley
'That’s Not True,’ is the Jamaican-born, Florida-based artist's first original music release since 2017.
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News3 years ago
UNESCO Adds Reggae Music To Cultural Heritage List
UNESCO, the UN's cultural and scientific agency has added Reggae to its list of "global cultural treasures" that "continues to act as a voice for all".
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In-Depth3 years ago
Dub Music: Exploring The Genre’s Jamaican Origins
Dub music is often associated with dance music, but its origins, invention and progression, firmly owes Jamaica its dues.
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In-Depth3 years ago
Reggae – From Kingston To London
In inner-city clubs young West Indians were meeting Mods, who loved the sharp style, and British youths’ love affair with Jamaican music grew ever stronger.
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In-Depth7 years ago
Reggae – Studios And Producers
Jamaica maintains its incredible output with numerous dancehall and roots reggae producers currently plying their trade in Kingston. Long may it continue!
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In-Depth7 years ago
Reggae – Cultural Roots, Groups And Singers
The superstardom of Bob Marley is a stark contrast to where he came from, but those with enough determination found a way out of the ghetto through music.
