DJ Kurt Riley is a DJ and Producer based in Jamaica and part of the monumental Verzuz with Beenie Man & Bounty Killer. In this episode, we talk about how he started out in the music business and experiences with his father, product Winston Riley coming right up to the significance of Verzuz battle and his part in the virtual experience as one of the DJs selecting for Beenie … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 54 – DJ Kurt Riley on Verzuz and More
New Album: Lila Iké – The ExPerience
Lila Iké has been on our radar for quite some time! The Reggae singer recently released her first EP The ExPerience via RCA Records in conjunction with Six Course Records and In.Digg.Nation Collective. The 7-song EP features songs previously released like “Second Chance,” a romantic plea to her ex floating on a revitalized version of Dennis Brown's 1985 “Promised Land” reggae … [Read more...] about New Album: Lila Iké – The ExPerience
S&V BONUS Episode: Beenie Man & Bounty Killer represented Dancehall on Verzuz Battle on Instagram
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
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
Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 52 – Jamaican Dance Culture with Maria Hitchins
Dancehall would be nothing without dance. Jamaica’s dance scene has garnered much intrigue and just as much backlash as it has changed over the years. In this episode with Maria Hitchins, a dance advocate based in Jamaica and professional dancer herself, we discuss the beauty and challenges of dancehall dancers from inception to its current state. Check out and support her … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 52 – Jamaican Dance Culture with Maria Hitchins