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Vybz Kartel’s talks his Book: “Something is wrong with Jamaica, and I hope this book disturbs you”
Tue, 7th May
Dancehall Superstar Vybz Kartel has released a book call The Voice of the Jamaican Ghetto, which aims to disturb readers by exposing the reality of Jamaican culture. In the book he states; “As strange as it may sound, I hope you do not enjoy this book. I hope it disturbs you. I hope after reading it you realise there is something wrong with Jamaica that needs to be fixed. I hope you will never look at a ghetto person the same again.” The book is the first to be released from the Jamaican superstar, who is usually known for producing hit after hit and seen flashing his expenses in extravagant videos. It seems the Jamaican community doesn’t like the change, as the book has not been well received in a number of parishes. The book has been met by rejection throughout the island and Read More
Snoop Lion ft. Mavado and Popcaan: ‘Lighters Up’
Wed, 24th April
If you have been living under a rock lately, you might have missed the reincarnation of Snoop Dogg into Snoop Lion. Well now it’s official, Snoop’s gone reggae. And with a little help from Jamaican dancehall artists, Mavado and Popcaan, the single ‘Lighters Up& Read More
Guestlist Recommends: The Specials
Tue, 23rd April
Coventry is not typically known for producing two toned ska revival bands. Well, maybe just one. The Specials have a sound that only the word ‘unique’ can come close to explaining. With a line-up of up to ten members, The Specials make an outstanding fusion of rocksteady, Read More
What Is It Like To Be Black? Video.
Fri, 12th April
I thought this video was pretty funny to be honest lol. What are your thoughts? @Bamboss Read More
Jamaica’s Finest! Watch out for newest recording artist Omi
Fri, 12th April
2013 is looking to be a big year for newest Reggae/Dancehall artist Omi, fresh out of the tropical island of Jamaica; Omi is set to make a big impact in these coming months. The young new talent is following the in the footsteps of his father Kenroy, also known as & Read More
Fermin Muguruza at The Garage
Tue, 9th April
23 August 2013 // 7:00pm FERMIN MUGURUZA A gig from Fermín Muguruza, who in the early 80s founded one of the most influential Basque groups Kortatu. This band, strongly politically and socially committed, started singing in Spanish, switching to Euskera as Muguruza learned the language, while Read More
The Dualers at IndigO2
Mon, 8th April
12 October 2013 // 7:00pm From the streets of Bromley, The Dualers perform their own brand of ska, soul and reggae influenced by the likes of Bob Marley, The Police and Madness. Featured Artist // Si Cranstoun, Tyber Cranstoun Tickets // from £10 IndigO2 // Peninsula Square, Greenwich, London, SE10 0DX & Read More
Horace Andy at Jazz Cafe
Fri, 5th April
7 April 2013 // 7:00pm Horace Andy Horace Andy is a roots reggae songwriter and singer, known for his distinctive vocals and hit songs such as 'Government Land', and 'Angel'. Featured Artist // Horace Andy, Tappa Zukie Tickets // from £16.50 The Jazz Cafe London // 5 Parkway, Camden Town, Read More
Dancehall Superstar Sean Paul hooks up with UK Girl Group The Saturdays
Thu, 4th April
Doing it again this time round! Dancehall/Reggae superstar Sean Paul has topped the iTunes chart with number 1 single ‘What About Us’ hooking up with UK Girl Group The Saturdays in their 1st UK number 1 single and his 2nd. Jamaica born Sean Paul had a previous UK number 1 Read More
EP Launch: Onlyjoe- 5 April 2013 @ Plan B!!!
Thu, 4th April
The launch of ten-piece reggae outfit onlyjoe’s latest EP, 'Revolution'. The EP features remixes from UK hip-hop legend Skitz in collaboration with The Sea, and Bristol-based dubstep don RSD. 5 April 2013 Tickets: £5.00 10:00 PM @ Plan B 418 Brixton Road, Stockwell, London, SW9 7AY Read More
World Rub-a-Dub Masters @ the O2 Academy Brixton,
Wed, 27th March
World Rub-a-Dub Masters feat for the first time together two of the greatest Rub A Dub sounds of all time, direct from Kingston Jamaica King Stur-Gav with Teacher, Daddy U-Roy & selector Mix master Steve meets Volcano Hi Power with Original selector Danny Dread + an some of the toughest dance Read More
Snoop Dogg Reincarnated into ‘Lion’
Fri, 15th March
No longer Hip-Hop star Snoop Dogg, Snoop Lion has embraced the Rastafari movement and been reincarnated into a Reggae star. WHY!? In his documentary ‘Reincarnated’ Lion explains his bold decision to change his name and image as a way of putting love and positive energy into the universe Read More
Tarrus Riley
Thu, 14th March
I was in the company of a Bad boy when Tarrus Riley’s She is Royal started playing, he had a change of vibe to Mr loved up and suggesting that he might be going for a “She’s Royal” ring tone. Well I found Read More
Reggae and Ska Revival in Islington
Thu, 7th March
Huge names will be gracing Islington town hall this Summer season. We have seen a dip in the amount of reggae that is being played live about London. There are many DJ nights in Shoreditch, and East London areas but few elsewhere. After seeing the British Reggae Awards last month, Read More
