Entertainment: Ziggy Marley charts his own course

Though it may unsettle fans who believe the struggle against political and social injustice is a crucial component of the best reggae music, Ziggy Marley, eldest son of reggae’s most transcendent figure, Bob Marley, doesn’t quite see it that way. Marley says his struggle is “spiritual,” unlike the “physical” […]

Rastas blast Munga’s ‘Gangsta Ras’ image

A group of Rastafarians who feel that dancehall artiste Munga’s promotion of himself as “the Gangsta Ras” with attendant image, is a perversion of the integrity of Rastafari, say they intend to pursue the use of intellectual property protocols to protect and preserve the culture and symbols from misuse.
According to […]

Bagasau boy brings band

Kepone Fiu is a true believer. He lives the roots rock he earns his living from.
The one-time flight information officer is practically flying at the prospect of a home boy strutting his stuff in front of his people.
Kepone is the driving force behind acclaimed Australian reggae outfit Cool Runnings jamming here for […]

Still moved by the spirit of Marley

Wilmington, though not a big city, has a festival worthy of one this weekend — The People’s Festival Tribute to Bob Marley.
Twenty-six years after his death, the legendary reggae musician, who once lived in Wilmington, still exerts a pull on millions of people

Reggae’s Compassion
Apparently, reggae and dancehall music are nothing alike. This might sound confusing to casual fans of the genres, but international reggae star Freddie McGregor says a line needs to be drawn in the sand — and he’s not just talking shit. McGregor, a prominent member of the reggae community who’s based in Hollywood, is […]