While some head to the Hamptons, Caribbeans in New York City – or those visiting the New York area – head to Brooklyn! Labor Day weekend has become synonymous with Carnival in New York (aka the West Indian American Day Parade). Caribbean events will be at an all time high this weekend and it’s one of the best times to partake in festive events as sort of a last “hoo-rah” of the … [Read more...] about Fetes & Festivals in NYC Labor Day Weekend
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New Music: Lenny Kravitz feat. Jay-Z – “Boongie Drop”
Lenny Kravitz is gearing up for a new album Black and White in America. He enlisted the help of rapper Jay-Z on a song call "Boongie Drop". The title is a little crazy, but the song has a nice infusion of Dancehall and Hip-Hop. Lenny Kravitz feat. Jay-Z DJ Military - Boongie... by funked00 … [Read more...] about New Music: Lenny Kravitz feat. Jay-Z – “Boongie Drop”
New Video: W.T.F aka Wayne Marshall, Tifa & Future Fambo – “Swaggin”
Although I pretty much hate the word Swag (overused), this song grew on me. The trio known at W.T.F (Wayne Marshall, Tifa and Future Fambo came together for "Swaggin". Tifa's verse is my favorite. Check out the video for "Swaggin". … [Read more...] about New Video: W.T.F aka Wayne Marshall, Tifa & Future Fambo – “Swaggin”
Foxy Brown Exclusive Interview with NY Post
In an exclusive interview with the NY Post, rapper Foxy Brown attempts to clarify her diva-like antics over the years. The rude gal, previously the protégé of Hip Hop rapper Jay-Z and later romantically linked with Dancehall DJ Spragga Benz, has dealt with her fair share of trial an tribulations, from prison time to loss of hearing. Foxy Brown has die hard fans that have been … [Read more...] about Foxy Brown Exclusive Interview with NY Post
New Music: Spice featuring Missy Elliott – “Fun”
Female Dancehall DJ Spice is back with a new single on the Wash Belly Riddim featuring Hip-Hop femcee Missy Elliott called "Fun". Spice already shot a video for the upbeat single, but I have to say it was a little distracting from the lyrics, due to the scene switching and jarring colors. The song is definitely a solid ladies anthem tune I'd rock to in a party or rock in the … [Read more...] about New Music: Spice featuring Missy Elliott – “Fun”