In this BONUS episode we're discussing Beenie Man and Bounty Killer who put on a full-on show on Verzuz, representing Dancehall to the fullest in the first virtual live experience on the platform founded by Swizz Beatz and Timbaland. #BeenieManvsBountyKiller soundclash edition was the highest view today for the music showcase series (previous battles include Jill Scott vs … [Read more...] about S&V BONUS Episode: Beenie Man & Bounty Killer represented Dancehall on Verzuz Battle on Instagram
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Reggae, Dancehall Producer Bobby Digital Passes Away
Robert "Bobby Digital" Dixon, Jamaican Reggae and Dancehall producer who helped shaped the sounds of the music from the 1980s/1990s has passed away. Protoje of King Jammy's Bobby Digital has produced countless Reggae and Dancehall hits including "Dem Bow" (the foundation of Reggaeton sound), Shabba Ranks' "Wicked inna Bed," Sizzla's "Black Woman & Child" and many more. … [Read more...] about Reggae, Dancehall Producer Bobby Digital Passes Away
Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 53 – Nine Mile Clothing’s Princess Booker
Entrepreneur and fashion designer Princess Booker is the CEO of Nine Mile Clothing inspired by Princess’ grandmother Cedella Marley-Booker’s small home town in the hills of St. Ann, Jamaica. Nine Mile is where Bob Marley was born, is now a museum and popular tourist destination as one of the museums dedicated to Bob Marley's legacy. After spending time Princess … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 53 – Nine Mile Clothing’s Princess Booker
Jamaican-Born Designer D’Marsh Couture Joins COVID-19 Fight Providing Masks for Hospital Workers in NYC
Jamaican-born designer Glenroy March and his fashion brand D’Marsh Couture has joined in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, the independent fashion designer presented healthcare workers at Brooklyn Hospital with a donation of masks to thank them for their service. The staff expressed their gratitude to the Jamaican-born designer adding that the fashionable … [Read more...] about Jamaican-Born Designer D’Marsh Couture Joins COVID-19 Fight Providing Masks for Hospital Workers in NYC
Third World – Reggae Album “More Work to be Done” Documentary
Reggae band Third World released Grammy-nominated album More Work To Be Done produced by Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley in 2019. In their mini-documentary about preparing the album members of the band talk about its importance in the bands' 45-year history. With longevity on their side, they stayed true to their sound with more great music for the masses. … [Read more...] about Third World – Reggae Album “More Work to be Done” Documentary