Trinidad and Tobago’s steelpan makes a comeback as a new generation embraces its sound

A percussion instrument created in Trinidad and Tobago in 1939 is experiencing a revival as a new generation embraces its ...
The Source

10 Jimmy Cliff Classics That Still Move The Culture

Cliff recorded his iconic version in 1972, and it quickly became one of the most recognizable feel good songs in music ...
KSL

Jimmy Cliff, reggae legend who sang 'The Harder They Come,' dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff, the smooth-voiced singer who helped popularize the reggae genre, has died at age 81, his wife announced on ...

Jimmy Cliff, who helped introduce reggae to the world, dies at 81

The Jamaican reggae star had a breakout performance in the 1972 film “The Harder They Come,” playing a singer turned outlaw.
The Jamaica Observer

The Best of Johnny Nash re-enters Billboard Reggae Albums chart

In its third appearance on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, The Best of Johnny Nash, a 16-song compilation of hits by the late Johnny Nash, re-enters at #10. The compilation, released in 1991, ...
Billboard

Friday Dance Music Guide: The Week’s Best New Tracks From Charlotte de Witte, Illenium, Romy & More

Simply the best new dance tracks of the week. By Katie Bain This week in dance music: Bunt.’s manager Nick Groff talked about using emerging technology to turn phones back on fans during shows during ...
The Jamaica Observer

Chris Martin, Masicka and Nigy Boy to perform at US$1m fundraising concert series

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Popular Jamaican artistes Christopher Martin, Masicka and Nigy Boy are among the first confirmed performers for the upcoming “I Love Jamaica” fundraising concert series, announced ...
Florida Today

Brevard residents reach out to help hurricane recovery effort in hard-hit Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, caused widespread destruction and at least 22 deaths in Jamaica. Florida residents and organizations are mobilizing to send financial aid and relief supplies to ...
The Enterprise

Taunton's Jamaican joint is opening a new spot in Brockton. Where's it going?

A popular Jamaican restaurant from Taunton is opening a second location in downtown Brockton. The new restaurant, 876 Eats and Pizza, is expected to open by December at 53 Legion Parkway. In addition ...
Business Wire

Best’s Commentary: Jamaica's Insured Losses From Hurricane Melissa Likely to Fall to Reinsurers

OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Although insured losses in Jamaica from Hurricane Melissa will be low, reinsurers will likely pick up most of the total due to Caribbean-domiciled carriers’ reliance on ...
WTOC-TV

Savannah restaurant owner worries for relatives in Jamaica as storm makes landfall

That impact started long before it made landfall on the island. WTOC sat down with a local Jamaican restaurant owner with family there. Donavon Smith, the owner of Sweet Spice, a popular Jamaican ...
Morningstar

Best’s Commentary: Jamaica's Insured Losses From Hurricane Melissa Likely to Fall to Reinsurers

Although insured losses in Jamaica from Hurricane Melissa will be low, reinsurers will likely pick up most of the total due to Caribbean-domiciled carriers’ reliance on reinsurance, according to an AM ...