Bob Marley, the legendary reggae icon, has been the subject of numerous documentaries and films, each attempting to capture the essence of his life and music. The latest Hollywood representation of Marley has sparked an intense discussion within the Jamaican and Caribbean community, prompting questions about cultural authenticity and the integrity of storytelling. In our recent … [Read more...] about Bob Marley: One Love – A Movie Review on Its Hollywood Representation
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Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 58: A Taste of Reggae Sumfest
The Reggae Sumfest team did a great job putting together #ATasteofSumfest festival in just a few weeks, while most festivals are being canceled or going virtual for 2020, Sumfest is the only Caribbean festival to keep a presence this year. A Taste of Sumfest had a week-long schedule of digital events including music workshops, panels, re-visited older performances and showcased … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 58: A Taste of Reggae Sumfest
Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 39: Dancehall Lock Off!
In this episode I’m connecting with my ladies of Sip n Chat, an online radio program hosted Kerry, Jendayi, Jo Wheeler and myself, produced by Ronnie Tomlison. We’re dissecting the impact of the Noise Abatement Act being re-enforced on the Dancehall community, particularly in the country’s capital Kingston, cutting the end time of street Dancehall parties at 12am during the … [Read more...] about Style & Vibes Podcast Ep. 39: Dancehall Lock Off!
Davina Bennett is the new face of Shea Moisture
Davina Bennett is the new face of Shea Moisture's Jamaica Castor Oil collection. The Miss Jamaica beauty queen got 2nd runner up in the competition, but was a clear fan favorite. Davina Bennett's natural Afro was so inspiring to many that this a perfect fit! Earlier this year Shea Moisture's parent company Sundial Brands became part of Unilever, although the came under some … [Read more...] about Davina Bennett is the new face of Shea Moisture
Jay-Z and Beyonce On The Run II Tour Reggae Inspired Trailer
Beyonce and Jay-Z are showing Jamaica love again. First the music power couple used familiar hook of the Jamaican Rocksteady Classic “I’m Still In Love With You” by Marcia Aitken to promote their OTR Tour 2. Although Marica Aitken’s version is popular, her version isn’t the original, that credit goes to Alton Ellis. The song has been sampled in more recent times by Dancehall … [Read more...] about Jay-Z and Beyonce On The Run II Tour Reggae Inspired Trailer