In this episode Jamaican singer/songwriter Sevana speaks to us about the release of her second EP, Be Somebody and is sharing why this is her best work to date. Sevana effortlessly flows between her powerful vocals and bold Jamaican patois, blending traditional R&B/soul that influences her sound and the Caribbean’s tropical percussive rhythms that raised her. The EP is … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes BONUS Podcast: Getting to Know Sevana
Stylin’ on Vibin’ to: Caribbean Brands, Designers, Stylist | Sheneea, Kabaka Pyramid, Koffee & More
New series on our YouTube channel (subscribe) spawned from the Podcast. I usually share what I’m Stylin’ on based on what's new and current in trends or things that I’ve purchased and have had the chance to experience and what I’m vibin’ to is all about new music. This is a space to promote and highlight Black and Caribbean brands and musical talent in the region and the … [Read more...] about Stylin’ on Vibin’ to: Caribbean Brands, Designers, Stylist | Sheneea, Kabaka Pyramid, Koffee & More
Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 58: A Taste of Reggae Sumfest
The Reggae Sumfest team did a great job putting together #ATasteofSumfest festival in just a few weeks, while most festivals are being canceled or going virtual for 2020, Sumfest is the only Caribbean festival to keep a presence this year. A Taste of Sumfest had a week-long schedule of digital events including music workshops, panels, re-visited older performances and showcased … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 58: A Taste of Reggae Sumfest
Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 57 – Caribbean Cultural Currency Revisited
In Style & Vibes podcast ep. 13 I discussed the idea of Cultural Currency, in this episode, I’m revisiting this idea as it’s importance is more relevant than ever. The impact of being quarantined from the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people access to culture and there are so many conversations happening online about how Caribbean culture and experiences are being … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 57 – Caribbean Cultural Currency Revisited
Album Review: Buju Banton – Upside Down 2020
Buju Banton released his latest album Upside Down 2020 showcasing his versatility in Reggae, Dancehall fused with a few new sounds. Buju Banton has been recording since returning to Jamaica working on new music while previously touring in 2019. With COVID-19 turning the world upside down, the album is timely in terms of the context. Upside Down 2020 includes a number of songs … [Read more...] about Album Review: Buju Banton – Upside Down 2020