As pop royalty Beyonce wrapped her six-night engagement in Tottenham, England, in Brooklyn, Nottingham-born British author John Masouri schooled New Yorkers on the impact of Jamaica’s home-grown music in the UK through the decades.Although the time difference across the Pond did not correspond with
Guyanese-born reggae artist Colle’ Kharis is riding the musical wave of success with his new album, Lot 13. He said it is a deeply personal and culturally rooted collection of songs that continues to reflect his journey as an artist of Caribbean heritage. “I am thrilled to announce the release of my
On June 12, Miles Regis unveiled a new Augmented Reality work for the annual Summer for the City Festival at Lincoln Center, located at 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023. Titled “Safe Space,” the immersive commission and experience brings the Trinidad-born artist’s signature vibrant, expre
GRAMMY-winning reggae lyricist and cultural ambassador Kabaka Pyramid recently released his vibrant new single “Jamaica,” a soulful tribute to his beloved homeland. “The track arrives as part of the growing Pon Di Island Riddim compilation, released via Bebble Rock, and serves as a powerful homage t
With long-time fan favorites and a selection of new songs, Jamaica, Queens-based Braata Productions said on Friday, June 6, that it plans to return to Off-Broadway with “Unplugged — A Caribbean Choral Experience.”Braata Productions said this year’s season will “center the individual voices of the aw
Jamaican-born, Connecticut-based dancehall artist and Vybz Kartel hype man MC Nuffy has signed New Jersey Reggae Ambassador Ras Emmanuel to an exclusive booking contract.In a Caribbean Life interview, Nuffy praised Emmanuel’s talent and energy, calling him a “real youth” and highlighting their mutua
Ten calypsonians from the Dynamite Calypso Tent in Brooklyn, the sole Vincentian calypso tent in North America, competed Saturday night, June 7, before five judges in their bid to advance to the semifinal round of the National Calypso Competition in Vincy Mas 2025.The preliminary judging took place
Global dancehall icon Sean Paul has joined forces with renowned streetwear brand Crooks & Castles’ merch line, celebrating Sean Paul’s legacy and the international influence of dancehall culture.“The capsule collection blends Sean Paul’s signature style with Crooks & Castles’ bold streetwear aesthet
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) says top Caribbean artistes are gearing up to bring the rhythm of the Caribbean to Times Square this week when the CTO hosts its first Caribbean Cultural Showcase. CTO said on Friday, May 30, that Dominica’s headliners include Asa Bantan, the dynamic Bouyon m
Billboard chart-topping recording artist Tina, formerly HoodCelebrityy, has joined forces with Ghanaian dancehall-Afrobeats superstar Stonebwoy for her bold and liberating new single, “Peace of Mind.”Produced by Kofi Black and distributed by KSR, the track officially dropped worldwide on May 16, alo
