On Jan. 16, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Elvis Francois, will be releasing his new EP, “Realignment,” from which the first single, “I’ll Be” has been released.According to a press release published on Oct. 17, 2025 by Shore Fire Media, “From the soulful inspiration conjured up on opening track ‘Good Morni
A Change.org petition calling for the deportation of 43-year-old Trinidad-born rapper Onika Tanya Maraj, known as Nicki Minaj, has reached more than 120,000 supporters. Initiated last year by liberal game-changing activists at Change.org, their numbers surged to disproportionate proportions with a
The Brooklyn-based Everybody’s magazine has selected Trinidad and Tobago Soca superstar and calypsonian Machel Montano as its Person of the Year 2025, highlighting his influence and exceptional impact.Herman Hall, the Grenadian-born publisher of Everybody’s magazine, told Caribbean Life on Monday, D
As the official funeral service for reggae icon Jimmy Cliff takes place this week in Kingston, Jamaica, at the National Indoor Sports Center, Louis “Louie” Grant, executive vice president and executive producer at Irie Jam Media, says that Cliff’s passing is “the end of an era.”The Government of Jam
The Brooklyn-based Tropicalfete, Inc., presented “The Finale: A Cultural Gift for the Community” on Sunday, Dec. 21, at the BMS Playhouse Theatre in Brooklyn.“The free, family-friendly event brought together residents, artists, educators, and cultural leaders for an afternoon of music, dance, theate
The year unfolded as a vibrant tapestry of Caribbean culture, music, community leadership, and diaspora engagement, particularly centered in New York City and extending across the Caribbean and international stages. From grassroots cultural recognition to global musical triumphs, each month highligh
Internationally acclaimed Jamaican Gospel singer Robert Bailey has released his highly anticipated new single “Breakthrough,” dedicating the upbeat ‘Anthem of Hope’ to Jamaicans affected by Hurricane Melissa.The single, now available on all major streaming platforms, is described by Bailey as “A tim
Kool 97 FM and Irie FM, two popular radio stations in Jamaica, recently corralled resources to rebuild infrastructure and aid in emergency relief for victims of Hurricane Melissa.According to Kool radio host Rosamond Brown-Kirkland, “We all have to do our bit to help our neighbors.” Throughout last
Producers of the Jamaica Strong Relief Concert are aiming to raise US$1 million at their star-studded benefit event, slated for Friday, Dec. 12, at the UBS Arena in New York.“This is New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania – the whole USA coming together,” Kacy Rankine, co-producer of the sh
Masicka announces his new EP, “Her Name Is Love,” set for release on Dec. 19 via Def Jam Recordings, marking a new artistic direction.“This project signals a refined, emotionally resonant evolution, one that embraces loyalty, sensuality, and connection, all while maintaining the lyrical precision an
