Archive for March, 2010

Disney’s magic meets Jamaican rhythms

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

Disney’s magic meets Jamaican rhythms

The magic of Disney meets the magical isle of Jamaica, as Walt Disney Records readies an album of classic Disney songs newly recorded by a cross-section of top reggae musicians. The Disney Reggae Club features songs from immortal Disney animated films
- from The Little Mermaid to Jungle Book - recorded by […]

Matisyahu still tops Billboard Reggae Album Chart

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

Matisyahu still tops Billboard Reggae Album Chart
Iration, the Hawaii-based reggae-rock band debuted at number two on Billboard Reggae Albums but Matisyahu’s 30-week-old album remained at the top.
Time Bomb (Law Records) is the band’s highest-ever charter on Billboard, having maintained the number two slot for the second straight week following its debut.

Life is ‘irie, mon’ in Jamaica, the birthplace of reggae

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

Life is ‘irie, mon’ in Jamaica, the birthplace of reggae

When visiting this verdant Caribbean island, always remember that as important as knowing your rights is getting your lefts sorted out.

You quickly learn that as in Australia and the United Kingdom, driving is done on the opposite side of the road. “The left side is the […]

Talking With Jimmy Cliff, Shepherd Of Reggae Music

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Talking With Jimmy Cliff, Shepherd Of Reggae Music

This week, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame got a little more crowded.
Monday night marked the Hall’s 25th annual induction ceremony. In the class of five: The Stooges, the Hollies, ABBA, Genesis and reggae star Jimmy Cliff.

Alison Hinds aim to top Jamaica chart

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Alison Hinds aim to top Jamaica chart

Soca queen Alison Hinds plans to top Jamaican charts with her deejay-studded album Caribbean Queen but noticeably absent is fellow Barbadian star Rihanna.

“We look forward to topping charts everywhere, especially in Jamaica. Caribbean Queen is my gift to all my fans everywhere in the world so that we can […]