Beyonce and Jay-Z are showing Jamaica love again. First the music power couple used familiar hook of the Jamaican Rocksteady Classic “I’m Still In Love With You” by Marcia Aitken to promote their OTR Tour 2. Although Marica Aitken’s version is popular, her version isn’t the original, that credit goes to Alton Ellis. The song has been sampled in more recent times by Dancehall … [Read more...] about Jay-Z and Beyonce On The Run II Tour Reggae Inspired Trailer
Vibes of the Week: Khalia, Sean Paul, Popcaan, Kranium & More
Every week, we highlight the latest music from all the genres you enjoy! From Dancehall to Afro-beats and everything in between to get your weekend started right. Here’s the latest roundup. Vibes: Dancehall Fusion // "Spring Break" - Khalia feat. Stoneboy https://youtu.be/FOTrNYW9YH4 Vibes: Dancehall // "Sanctify" - Sean Paul & … [Read more...] about Vibes of the Week: Khalia, Sean Paul, Popcaan, Kranium & More
Naomi Campbell to Be Honored With 2018 CFDA Fashion Icon Award
Come through Naomi! The CFDA will honor supermodel Naomi with the CFDA Fashion Icon Award. Naomi is the epitome of a style icon on the runway and in real life, so this is long overdue and you know her Caribbean sistrens are screaming "Yasssss goodie!!!" The awards happen June 4, 2018 in Brooklyn and we can't wait to see her shut it down. “It is truly an honor to be … [Read more...] about Naomi Campbell to Be Honored With 2018 CFDA Fashion Icon Award
Trinidad & Tobago’s first Female President Paula-Mae Weekes
Photo by Sureash Cholai Trinidad & Tobago welcomes its first female president, Paula-Mae Weekes. The former lawyer and judge, Weekes was put forward by Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley for the position in January 2018 and was elected on January 19, 2018. The country previously welcomed its first female Prime Minister just eight years ago with Kamla Persad-Bissessar. Weekes … [Read more...] about Trinidad & Tobago’s first Female President Paula-Mae Weekes
African & Caribbean Artists at SXSW
A number of amazing African and Caribbean artists will be at SXSW (South by Southwest) The SXSW Conference & Festivals celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. Fostering creative and professional growth alike, SXSW® is the premier destination for discovery. The conference represents all things culturally and technologically innovative and is … [Read more...] about African & Caribbean Artists at SXSW