http://www.bobke.be/ A site about reggaelegend Bob Marley Mon, 19 April 2010 15:03:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/magazines/allwoman/influential-rasta-women_7523931 THE 127th anniversary of the birthday Empress Menen, wife of His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie I, was marked by the honouring of 13 Rastafari empresses on March 28 at the Ashanti Restaurant, Hope Gardens. Mon, 19 April 2010 15:01:00 GMT http://www.onlinesentinel.com/news/fresh-snow-falls-for-annual-sugarloaf-reggae-event_2010-04-18.html The beats were heavy and so was the snow at the 22nd Annual Bud Light Reggae Festival at Sugarloaf Mountain Resort on Saturday. Mon, 19 April 2010 14:45:00 GMT http://www.wailers.com/ The Wailers will be joining Michael Franti for 3 nights as part of his latest tour!!! Mon, 19 April 2010 14:43:00 GMT http://www.ziggymarley.com/ Ziggy Marley Mon, 19 April 2010 14:33:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/ziggy-working-on-movie--controversy_7528509 The eldest child of reggae icon Robert Nesta 'Bob' Marley, the Grammy Award winning artiste is best known as singer/song-writer/producer, but now Ziggy ia about to add movie producer and possible actor to his resumé. Sun, 28 March 2010 15:34:00 GMT http://www.mcall.com/entertainment/music/all-matisyahu.7220089mar27,0,3535664.story?track=rss Hasidic Jewish reggae-rapper Matisyahu, whose song ''One Day'' was an anthem for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, will headline a night of the Jamaican genre on opening night of Allentown's Mayfair Festival of the Arts May 27 at Allentown's Cedar Beach. Sun, 28 March 2010 15:33:00 GMT http://www2.tbo.com/content/2010/mar/26/feds-jailed-reggae-star-being-treated-fairly/ Claims that a Grammy-nominated reggae singer is being treated inhumanely in jail while awaiting trial on drug charges are "lies," a federal prosecutor said today. Sun, 28 March 2010 15:31:00 GMT http://londonist.com/2010/03/londonist_interviews_levi_roots_aka.php Londonist Interviews Levi Roots aka Mr Reggae Reggae Sauce Sun, 28 March 2010 15:30:00 GMT http://kymani-marley.com/ Kymani Marley - Dear Dad Tour Sun, 28 March 2010 15:27:00 GMT http://www.arabianbusiness.com/584734-damian-marley-to-close-womad-abu-dhabi Damian ‘Jr Gong’ Marley, son of Reggae legend Bob Marley, will be the closing act at WOMAD Abu Dhabi 2010, the festival’s organisers announced on Sunday. Sun, 28 March 2010 15:25:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20100328/arts/arts5.html High Times magazine will dedicate most of its June edition to Jamaican culture, covering a variety of topics such as Damian Marley's latest project and the Maroons of Accompong. Fri, 26 March 2010 16:12:00 GMT http://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/articles/news/Yabby_You_19462010/39134/p1/ ROOTS REGGAE man Yabby You, who was showcased on such albums as 'Jesus Dread' (1997), 'One Love, One Heart' (2000) and 'Deliver Me From My Enemies' (2006), died of a stroke in Kingston, Jamaica on 12th January 2010. Fri, 26 March 2010 15:34:00 GMT http://kdka.com/entertainment/reggae.drug.conspiracy.2.1583618.html The attorney for controversial Jamaican reggae star Buju Banton wants his client moved from the Pinellas County jail due to concerns over his diet. Fri, 26 March 2010 15:28:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20100325/ent/ent2.html The magic of Disney meets the magical isle of Jamaica, as Walt Disney Records readies an album of classic Disney songs newly recorded by a cross-section of top reggae musicians. Fri, 26 March 2010 15:26:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/Hawaii-band- IRATION, the Hawaii-based reggae-rock band has outsold reggae icon Bob Marley to top the US iTunes reggae charts for a week, but the band argued that its success would not marginalise Jamaican artistes. Fri, 26 March 2010 15:24:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20100325/ent/ent1.html Singer Ky-Mani Marley said he has made peace with publishers Farrah Gray Publishing and will start a tour to promote his autobiography, Dear Dad, next month. Fri, 26 March 2010 15:14:00 GMT http://www.browardpalmbeach.com/2010-03-25/music/julian-marley-to-enlighten-culture-room It can be difficult to keep track of all the musical offspring of super-fertile reggae king Bob Marley. Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, and Damian have each carved out their unique notches in their reggae family tree. Fri, 26 March 2010 15:13:00 GMT http://www.standaard.be/artikel/detail.aspx?artikelid=IJ2NS98G Lee 'Scratch' Perry, genie en hofnar van de reggae, vierde zijn 74ste verjaardag zondag in Gent. Fri, 19 March 2010 18:29:00 GMT http://www.expressandstar.com/2010/03/19/ub40-are-up-for-walsall-gig/ Birmingham reggae legends UB40 made a special visit to a Midlands football club to promote their forthcoming open-air concert. Wed, 17 March 2010 19:32:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/CLIFF-ROCK-ROLL-INDUC_7490289 An eclectic batch ranging from Swedish pop group Abba to punk pioneers the Stooges entered the rock star firmament Monday on being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Wed, 17 March 2010 19:31:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/KYMANI-DENIED-OF-MARLEY-FORTUNE_7491102 A son of reggae legend Bob Marley, Ky-Mani Marley, has written a new book claiming he was deprived of his father's fortune for years unlike his half-brothers and half-sisters, sparking a row that could trigger legal action. Wed, 17 March 2010 19:30:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/RASTAFARI--REGGAE-3-14 ON February 6, 1995 --the 50th birthday of Robert Nesta Marley OM -- Janet L DeCosmo in a paper presented at a seminar on Bob Marley at the University of the West Indies, Mona sought to compare the Rastafari folk philosopher with David of Biblical fame. Wed, 17 March 2010 19:27:00 GMT http://www.demorgen.be/dm/nl/2590/Festivals/article/detail/1080761/2010/03/16/Couleur-Cafe-met-Damian-Marley-Nas-Salif-Keita-en-Wyclef-Jean.dhtml De affiche voor de 21ste editie van Couleur Café krijgt stilaan vorm. Op 25, 25 en 27 juni spelen op het terrein van Tour & Taxis in Brussel onder meer Damian Marley & Nas, Danakil, Hindi Zahra, Olivia Ruiz, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Salif Keita, Shantel, Sizzla, Ska-P, Soprano, Staff Benda Bilili en Wyclef Jean. Wed, 17 March 2010 19:23:00 GMT http://finance.yahoo.com/news/The-Marley-Family-Announces-prnews-3924850348.html?x=0&.v=1 Working together for a better world, reggae musician Bob Marley's Family, along with HoMedics, introduced The House of Marley in Chicago last night. Wed, 17 March 2010 19:22:00 GMT http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/03/12/AR2010031200119.html A son of Bob Marley has written his memoir, an arresting narrative about life as the exiled child of a musical and social icon. Wed, 17 March 2010 18:30:00 GMT http://www.destadamersfoort.nl/page/Lokaal/Regionaal-Detail/Tribute-2-Bob-Marley-in-Amersfoort.508490.news Tribute 2 Bob Marley in Amersfoort Sat, 13 March 2010 16:14:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/westernnews/Jah-Guide-11-03-10--PRINTED-_7475949 MONTEGO BAY, St James--The Rastafarian community will meet this Sunday to plan a fitting tribute to its Ras Junior Manning, the tireless activist who died last week following a long illness linked--his wife Pansy says-- to the extraction of twelve teeth in 2008. Sat, 13 March 2010 16:13:00 GMT http://www.exclaim.ca/motionreviews/latestsub.aspx?csid1=115&csid2=871&fid1=44924 Filmed in Toronto and Jamaica, this DVD is part history lesson and part personal journey, as Toronto youth worker and Nyabinghi drummer Nation Cheong seeks a deeper knowledge of Rastafari, putting his faith into action as he introduces a new generation to the tenets of the faith. Sat, 13 March 2010 16:10:00 GMT http://festivalinfo.nl/festival_detail.php?festival_id=10901 Reggae Ska Festival in de Melkweg, Amsterdam. Sat, 13 March 2010 16:08:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/Gramps_7476652 REGGAE crooner, Gramps Morgan, is still on a musical high, this after a whirlwind year in 2009 which culminated with him winning the Album of the Year at the 2010 EME Awards in Jamaica for his debut album, Two Sides Of My Heart Vol 1. Sat, 13 March 2010 16:06:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/GRAMMY-CELEBRATION_7480781 The atmosphere last week Friday at the corner of Marcus Garvey Drive and Bell Road was festive as Tuff Gong International celebrated the recent Grammy awards for Ziggy Marley's Family Time and Stephen Marley's Mind Control (Acoustic) albums. Sat, 13 March 2010 16:05:00 GMT http://apps.facebook.com/ilike/artist/Ky-Mani+Marley Music on Facebook | Ky-Mani Marley Sat, 13 March 2010 16:02:00 GMT http://www.snowmasssun.com/article/20100310/NEWS/100309968/1039/RSS Kick off your summer with some P-funk and reggae at this year's Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest. The legendary reggae band The Wailers will open for headliner George Clinton and the Parliament-Funkadelic, who will perform in Snowmass Village, on Saturday evening, June 5. Tue, 09 March 2010 15:32:00 GMT http://allafrica.com/stories/201003090037.html These were the parting words of renowned Jamaican dancehall icon Sizzla Kalonji as he performed for the last time at Red Fox Art Centre where he was being hosted by Zimbabwean reggae granddaddies, Transit Crew. Mon, 08 March 2010 19:45:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20100307/cleisure/cleisure3.html Last week, two fascinating books were launched in Kingston. First, there was Jamaica Absolutely , a coffee table beauty that will certainly enhance Jamaica's centuries-old reputation as a premier tourist destination. Published by London's Hansib Books, Jamaica Absolutely is an excellent marketing tool for the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB). Mon, 08 March 2010 19:43:00 GMT http://www.getreading.co.uk/lifestyle/food_and_drink/s/2067109_levi_roots_shows_off_his_manuvas Reggae Reggae Sauce creator Levi Roots shared his love of music and food with university students on Tuesday. Mon, 08 March 2010 19:41:00 GMT http://www.livedaily.com/news/21560.html After his official induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame later this month, ska/reggae icon Jimmy Cliff [ tickets ] will embark on his most extensive North American tour in two decades. Mon, 08 March 2010 19:39:00 GMT http://www.straight.com/article-295824/vancouver/inner-circle-revives-rasta-vibe-reggaes-glory-days When most people think of Inner Circle, they think of the COPS theme song “Bad Boys”—so much so that for a while there, the Jamaican group was nicknamed the “Bad Boys of Reggae”. Mon, 08 March 2010 19:37:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/ziggy-marley-dancehall-originators MULTIPLE Grammy winning artiste Ziggy Marley, is so passionate about showing respect to the musical trailblazers and ensuring that their legacy is cherished and passed on to the next generation, that he has produced the first in a series called Dancehall Originators Vol 1. Mon, 08 March 2010 19:35:00 GMT http://www.myspace.com/ritamarleymusic Rita Marley on MySpace Music Mon, 08 March 2010 19:32:00 GMT http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/03/07/1517547/new-music-museum-in-jamaica-to.html Jamaica plans to open a music museum next year that officials say will feature rare pieces from the island's music history, such as the sole album that the late reggae star Bob Marley produced before he gained international fame. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:45:00 GMT http://www.usatoday.com/sports/2010-03-02-iditarod-jamaican-musher_N.htm?csp=34 Newton Marshall trained for sled-dog racing with stray mutts pulling a sled on wheels through the streets of Jamaica. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:40:00 GMT http://blogs.miaminewtimes.com/crossfade/2010/03/review_17th_annual_bob_marley_caribbean_festival_miami.php The 17th Annual Bob Marley Movement Caribbean Festival. Featuring Damian Marley, Stephen Marley, Julian Marley, Ky-Mani Marley, Shaggy, Capleton, and Tarrus Riley. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:36:00 GMT http://apps.facebook.com/ilike/artist/Ky-Mani+Marley Ky-main Marley Wed, 03 March 2010 07:31:00 GMT http://www.last.fm/music/Stephen+Marley Stephen Marley Wed, 03 March 2010 07:26:00 GMT http://www.last.fm/music/Damian+Marley Damian Marley Wed, 03 March 2010 07:24:00 GMT http://www.straight.com/article-293914/vancouver/damian-marley-gets-vancouver-moving-livecity-yaletown Damian Marley could have comfortably spent his life in a hammock on a beach in Jamaica, smoking away his days with the finest of island herbs. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:22:00 GMT http://www.vancouversun.com/entertainment/Damian+Gong+Marley+rocks+LiveCity+Yaletown/2611033/story.html More than 8,000 people danced, jumped and sang along as Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley rocked LiveCity Yaletown Wednesday night. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:19:00 GMT http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/artikel.php?ID=177703 Come 10th April, 2010, the Ghanaian music industry will celebrate its most accomplished and successful artists for the year 2009, but reggae star, Blakk Rasta will not partake in the Ghana Music Awards ceremony. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:16:00 GMT http://twitter.com/wailers Wailers on Twitter Wed, 03 March 2010 07:15:00 GMT http://galvestondailynews.com/story.lasso?ewcd=c894d1835335d58b A Houston favorite, D.R.U.M. (Divine Rhythm United Motion), heads down to Yaga’s on The Strand on March 6 to bring its global beats to Galveston music lovers. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:13:00 GMT http://nevadasagebrush.com/blog/2010/03/01/reggae-%E2%80%98wailers%E2%80%99-rock-reno/ Featuring reggae hits that they made famous during their work with Bob Marley, The Wailers performed on Saturday at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino. Photo by Brian Bolton/Nevada Sagebrush. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:05:00 GMT http://www.newsreview.com/chico/content?oid=1377012 In 2006, while he battled the Marley family in court for a share of royalty rights, it was widely reported that Aston “Family Man” Barrett was so nicknamed because he had 52 children. Wed, 03 March 2010 07:01:00 GMT http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/nottinghamshire/8540768.stm Notts County fans have chosen a new club anthem in an online vote. Wed, 03 March 2010 06:59:00 GMT http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/02/27/1503042/marley-son-forgets-book-drama.html When Ky-Mani Marley, a son of reggae icon Bob Marley, takes the stage Saturday at Bayfront Park's annual Caribbean Festival, he might have more than peace, love and good vibrations on his mind. Mon, 23 February 2010 12:26:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/SHANGO_7442892 A release from the publicist for international deejay Capleton, states that despite once agin being "the target of the gay community and the organisation GLAAD", who are reportedly "putting misinformation in the public about the artiste to further their own agendas", he will continue on the high path with nothing but love in his heart. Mon, 23 February 2010 12:25:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/JIMMY-CLIFF-WYCLEF_7442498 Haitian artiste/producer and philanthropist, Wyclef Jean, has been selected to honour Jamaican reggae star Jimmy Cliff at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next month. Mon, 23 February 2010 12:24:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/CEBRIC-IM-BROOKS_7443075 Renowned saxophonist Cedric 'Im' Brooks', up to press time yesterday was in a coma at the Bronx Lebanon Hospital in New York. Mon, 23 February 2010 12:22:00 GMT http://www.herald.co.zw/inside.aspx?sectid=15785&cat=3 Rastafari Zimbabwe Trust, in partnership with Pamberi Trust, held a free film screening on the life of Marcus Garvey as part of celebrations to mark Black History Month at the Mannenberg last week. Mon, 23 February 2010 12:19:00 GMT http://www.beloit.edu/news/?story_id=275887 The Beloit College anthropology department will present Bad Friday: Rastafari after Coral Gardens, a film on violence in Jamaica, on Tuesday, March 9, at 6 p.m., in Richardson Auditorium of Morse-Ingersoll Hall, on the Beloit College campus. This event is free and open to the public. Mon, 23 February 2010 12:18:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20100223/ent/ent1.html Deputy Principal Joseph Periera of the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona campus, asked Tekla Metfet to stand beside him briefly as he introduced the night's presenter at the UWI's undercroft last Thursday. Periera did so for the purpose of illustration, telling those gathered for the annual Bob Marley lecture, "you see why they did not appoint him principal". Mon, 23 February 2010 12:16:00 GMT http://thegatewayonline.ca/articles/news/2010/02/23/anti-hate-speech-group-condemns-reggae-artist When Akim Larcher walked into a local restaurant in Toronto three years ago and saw a poster of reggae star Elephant Man promoting upcoming tour dates, he said he “got pissed off.” Mon, 23 February 2010 12:13:00 GMT http://jacksonville.com/community/shorelines/2010-02-24/story/marley_will_perform_at_freebird_live Stephen Marley, the son of the late legendary reggae singer Bob Marley, will perform Friday at Freebird Live nightclub in Jacksonville Beach. Mon, 23 February 2010 12:10:00 GMT http://www.browardpalmbeach.com/2010-02-25/music/our-top-picks-for-this-year-s-17th-annual-marley-fest It was 1976, and Jamaican reggae star Robert Nesta "Bob" Marley had just bought his mother, Cedella Booker, a modest home in the then-sleepy, rural South Dade suburb of Pinecrest. Mon, 23 February 2010 12:08:00 GMT http://www.theskanner.com/article/view/id/11436 Ky-Mani Marley, a son of the legendary Jamaican music artist Bob Marley, regrets ever putting his life on paper. His recently released memoir has become a brewing source of an increasingly ugly controversy between himself, his famous family and the book's publisher, Dr. Farrah Gray. Mon, 22 February 2010 18:27:00 GMT http://blogcritics.org/music/article/music-review-alborosie-escape-from-babylon/ Alborosie, aka Alberto D'Ascola, is a Sicilian-born reggae artist. He started performing reggae in the early nineties with the Reggae National Tickets, and has relocated to Kingston, Jamaica to be closer to the music and the home of rastafari culture. Mon, 22 February 2010 18:26:00 GMT http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/rastafari/ Rastafari is a young, Africa-centred religion which developed in Jamaica in the 1930s, following the coronation of Haile Selassie I as King of Ethiopia in 1930. Mon, 22 February 2010 18:21:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/entertainment/Reggae-Grammy-doesnt-influence-chart-position MOST Reggae Grammy winners of the decade didn’t get a boost in the charts, like their pop counterparts, following the US-based award show. Mon, 22 February 2010 18:18:00 GMT http://www.mainlinemedianews.com/articles/2010/02/22/main_line_suburban_life/news/doc4b7e998d7be17187699040.txt The daughter of legendary reggae musician Bob Marley will have to find a new attorney to represent her on charges that she grew marijuana in her Caln home. Mon, 22 February 2010 18:14:00 GMT http://www.bvnewswire.com/2010/02/16/ky-mani-marley-memoir-dear-dad/ Ky-Mani Marley, son of a reggae legend, claims a newly released book about his life distorts the facts even though he's the author. His publisher says the book portrays Marley's words truthfully. Sat, 07 November 2009 13:58:00 GMT http://www.standaard.be/artikel/detail.aspx?artikelid=J92HCNOP&subsection=5 De nabestaanden van Bob Marley hebben de oorlog verklaard aan de wijdverbreide illegale exploitatie van zijn figuur. Ze zijn niet van plan om elke straatverkoper die Marley-shirtjes aan de man brengt, een proces aan te doen, wel om hun eigen Marley-merk uit te bouwen en daarmee een groot deel van de markt naar zich toe te trekken. Sat, 07 November 2009 13:56:00 GMT http://www.marinij.com/ci_13716292?source=rss On Nov. 6, (the 24th anniversary of Bill Graham's first concert at the Fillmore) there is a '60s/'70s inspired celebration at Santa Rosa's Last Day Saloon. Sat, 07 November 2009 13:50:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20091025/ent/ent7.html Hip hop superstar and reggae lover Wyclef Jean will headline the third Ragamuffin Reggae Festival which takes place again in New Zealand and Australia in January. Sat, 07 November 2009 13:48:00 GMT http://www.trackalerts.com/?p=4252 As plans are finalized for the ninth staging of the Reggae Marathon, the Half Marathon and the 10K race in Negril, on December 5, the Jamdammers Running Club of Kingston – the organizers of the event, has announced that Rohan Marley, son of the iconic Bob Marley, will be among the VIP participants. Sat, 07 November 2009 13:43:00 GMT http://www.wgntv.com/news/nationworld/sns-ap-cb-jamaica-marketing-marley,0,243092.story This year, Marley's family, with the help of a private equity firm and a team of lawyers, are trying to wrestle control of all rights to Marley's ubiquitous image from merchandise ... Sun, 18 October 2009 15:03:00 GMT http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/2009/10/18/2009-10-18_reggae_honor_for_mighty_diamonds.html Since its founding in 1969, the Mighty Diamonds' harmonies and devotion to the roots-reggae tradition have become legendary. Sun, 18 October 2009 15:01:00 GMT http://miamiherald.typepad.com/gaysouthflorida/2009/10/controversial-reggae-singer-buju-banton-meets-with-gay-leaders-during-stop-in-san-francisco.html Facing a string of canceled concerts and protests by angry gay activists, Jamaican reggae star Buju Banton met with several gay leaders during a tour stop Monday in San Francisco. Tue, 06 September 2009 18:56:00 GMT http://www.coastreporter.net/article/GB/20090929/CP05/309299875/-1/sechelt/son-of-reggae-great-who-sang-about-legalizing-pot-guilty-of-marijuana&template=cpart Andrew Tosh, 42, son of the late Peter Tosh, was found guilty late Monday of possessing a small amount of marijuana. Wed, 09 October 2009 19:13:00 GMT http://www.thisisbristol.co.uk/news/Reggae-chef-Bristol-book-signing/article-1322139-detail/article.html Rastafarian entrepreneur Levi Roots is coming to Bristol to sign copies of his new book. Wed, 09 September 2009 18:54:00 GMT http://www.web-libre.org/breves/Terville,8267.html Le Festival reggae 2009 verra la participation de Abdou Day, Ziggy et Tidacoustyk. Tue, 08 September 2009 14:20:00 GMT http://www.charlestoncitypaper.com/charleston/groundation-jams-on-more-than-just-reggae/Content?oid=1329228 "Of course, we learn from the experiences of making our previous albums, but I feel that this one is the one we all felt the strongest about," says Groundation frontman Harrison Stafford, speaking of his band's seventh album Here I Am. Tue, 08 September 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://hiphopwired.com/8674/is-nas-and-damian-marleys-distant-relatives-on-the-way/ Queensbridge native Nas has recently been in the news as of late, but unfortunately it has had nothing to do with his music. Dealing with Kelis and her money grubbing ways has taken the rapper out of the musical realm and his album with Damian Marley seemed to have been put on hold. Fri, 04 September 2009 10:27:00 GMT http://www.spinner.com/2009/09/03/dancehall-pioneer-wycliffe-steely-johnson-dies/ Jamaican music legend Wycliffe "Steely" Johnson, half of the iconic production team of Steely and Clevie, died Wednesday morning of heart failure, which was brought on by pneumonia he contracted from kidney complications. Fri, 04 September 2009 10:25:00 GMT http://www.montereycountyweekly.com/archives/2009/2009-Sep-03/reggaefest-2009-tops-a-mountain-of-acts-with-israel-vibration-prezident-brown-and-don-carlos/1/ Over the past 13 years the Monterey Bay Reggaefest has blossomed into one of the premiere reggae festivals in California, and has featured some of the biggest acts to visit the Golden State, including the Abyssinians, the Mighty Diamonds, Burning Spear, Jimmy Cliff and The Wailing Souls. But early on, co-producer Andre Smith never envisioned the event would grow into the monster festival it has become. Mon, 31 August 2009 15:43:00 GMT http://www.bvinews.com/entertainment/7271.html Florida’s new premier music festival DubFest is about to set fire on the festival scene featuring artists like Bunny Wailer and Lee “Scratch” Perry that span the generations of reggae, ska and alternative music. DubFest hits Hollywood ArtsPark in downtown Hollywood, FL on Saturday, September 5. Mon, 31 August 2009 15:39:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090809/ent/ent1.html When Bunny Wailer wrote Electric Boogie for Marcia Griffiths, the track crackled with the energy of childhood friendship then intermittent contact in later years as their musical paths crossed (Wailer remembers Griffiths coming to Camperdown High to sing as a teenager, then auditioning her as part of a group at Studio One). Mon, 31 August 2009 15:38:00 GMT http://www.artzone.co.za/template_level2.asp?parentseq=7341 Professor Matt Jenson is heading to South Africa to take part in the sixth annual Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition.Jenson will bring his unique insights as assistant professor of piano at Berklee College of Music in Boston, as well as his hugely popular performance studies class ‘The Music and Life of Bob Marley’ and his own music experience, to Moshito. Mon, 31 August 2009 15:36:00 GMT http://news.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/200908/34315.asp The name prophet is synonymous with people who preach the word of God. They are believed to be people ordained by God to deliver special messages to their people. Mon, 31 August 2009 15:35:00 GMT http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/news/local/20065/ReggaeTown-2009.htm For those of you who can’t get enough reggae and roots music, and for those whose knowledge of reggae starts and finishes at Bob Marley it’s time to broaden your horizons and go along to ReggaeTown on Saturday 5 September. Mon, 31 August 2009 15:34:00 GMT http://pottsmerc.com/articles/2009/08/12/news/srv0000006092207.txt The daughter of legendary reggae musician Bob Marley is asking a Chester County Court judge to prevent several marijuana plants seized by police from her Caln home from being used as evidence at her trial on drug possession charges. Wed, 5 August 2009 14:33:00 GMT http://www.thetelegram.com/index.cfm?sid=275174&sc=84 Jim Fidler has a lot to say. And listening is a real pleasure. From global warming to the psychological effects of television, Fidler’s got a firm stance well supported by real information, expressed succinctly and with enough humour to keep things interesting... Wed, 5 August 2009 14:31:00 GMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090805/lf_nm_life/us_indonesia_singer_1 Indonesians paid tribute on Wednesday to dreadlocked reggae star Mbah Surip who died at the age of 60 just a few months after the eccentric former street singer shot to fame in the Southeast Asian country. Wed, 5 August 2009 14:26:00 GMT http://www.standaard.be/Artikel/Detail.aspx?artikelId=IU2DBO9T&subsection=4 Het was zaterdagnacht moeilijk kiezen in de bossen van Geel. In het Skaville Circus weerklonk muziek van een halve eeuw oud. Van uit de 18, Corner dreunde loodzware dub. In de grote Bounce Dancehall speelde Civalizee Foundation ten dans, het bekendste soundsystem van het land, Europees en officieus zelfs wereldkampioen... Wed, 5 August 2009 14:25:00 GMT http://www.knack.be/focus/poplounge/festivallounge/29-93-5892/festivalverslag:-reggae-geel.html Opgewarmd werden we door de gonzende grooves van African Head Charge, die we op Dour gemist hadden. We waren behoorlijk blij met die herkansing, want hoewel de band ooit begonnen is als studioproject bleek hun liveact best de moeite... Wed, 5 August 2009 14:20:00 GMT http://finance.yahoo.com/news/New-Bob-Marley-The-Wailers-EP-prnews-2547114972.html?x=0 Starting today reggae fans will be treated to a treasure trove of first-time digital releases with tracks and albums unavailable in any form for some 30 years exclusively on iTunes. The Island 50th Anniversary Reggae promotion, featuring special offers today through August 17, marks an important milestone for the genre in the download world. Thu, 30 July 2009 11:34:00 GMT http://www.tropicalidad.be/pivot/entry.php?id=774 In korte tijd is de Nederlands-Antilliaanse Ziggi uitgegroeid tot een reggaenaam om rekening mee te houden. Ziggi staat aanstaande zaterdag op het podium van het Reggae Geel festival, maar wij hadden al een aangenaam gesprek met de man na z'n gesmaakt concert op Festival Mundial in Tilburg. Thu, 30 July 2009 11:31:00 GMT http://www.uitdagingonline.nl/Artikel/508/276815/Reggaeband-Christafari-treedt-op-in-Veenendaal.html?publicationdate=True&thumbnail=True Op woensdag 19 augustus komt gospel reggaeband Christafari naar Veenendaal voor een uniek, ingelast concert. Als pioniers binnen het genre van de gospelreggae heeft Christafari al in meer dan 35 landen een boodschap van hoop en redding laten horen. Thu, 30 July 2009 11:30:00 GMT http://sflcn.com/story.php?id=6846 Florida’s new premier music festival DubFest is about to set fire on the festival scene featuring artists like Bunny Wailer and Lee “Scratch” Perry that span the generations of reggae, ska and alternative music. DubFest hits Hollywood ArtsPark in downtown Hollywood, FL on Saturday, September 5th. Thu, 30 July 2009 11:29:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090729/ent/ent1.html Two days after Tito Jackson accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award from Reggae Sumfest on behalf of his legendary brother, Michael, he allowed The Gleaner access to his presidential suite at the Iberostar Grande Hotel in Montego Bay. Tue, 28 July 2009 18:45:00 GMT http://www.trinidadexpress.com/index.pl/article_news?id=161509452 More than they bargained for was what patrons were presented at Saturday's "Messengers" concert featuring Jamaican reggae acts Sizzla Kolonji and Coco Tea alongside local artistes Marlon Asher and Jah Melody. Tue, 28 July 2009 18:44:00 GMT http://www.reggaegeel.com/ Catch a vibe at Reggae Geel 2009 Tue, 28 July 2009 18:40:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090727/ent/ent2.html Almost taking on the persona of an angel, Tarrus Riley 'contagiously' transmitted the cure that quenched the thirst of the thousands of patrons on International Night II of Reggae Sumfest 2009 at Catherine Hall in Montego Bay. Thu, 23 July 2009 10:52:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090722/ent/ent5.html Rocksteady: The Roots of Reggae, a documentary on the Jamaican beat that preceded reggae, will be released in Canada on Friday. Thu, 23 July 2009 10:50:00 GMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/playbill/20090721/en_playbill/131272 Canadian producer David Mirvish presents the production by UK Arts and Theatre Royal Stratford East (known for its presentational playing style influenced by the work of Bertolt Brecht) through Aug. 23 at the Canon Theatre in Toronto. Thu, 23 July 2009 10:49:00 GMT http://www.eyeweekly.com/film/onscreen/article/66800 Like the Dead Sea Scrolls only way, way funkier, Soul Power is one of the year’s great achievements in cinematic archeology. Thu, 23 July 2009 10:48:00 GMT http://www.thisisgloucestershire.co.uk/gloucestershireheadlines/Win-Reggae-Reggae-compilation-CD/article-1190387-detail/article.html Win Reggae Reggae compilation CD Tue, 21 July 2009 09:49:00 GMT http://www.nola.com/celebrities/index.ssf/2009/07/reggae_singer_damian_marley_ce.html Reggae singer Damian Marley celebrates his 31st today Tue, 21 July 2009 09:46:00 GMT http://www.ziggymarley.com/ The offical web site of Ziggy Marley ... Ziggy Marley Phoenix Concert Photos! Video: Talk Stoop - Interview with Ziggy Tue, 21 July 2009 09:42:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090719/ent/ent7.html Former Wailers keyboardist, Tyrone Downie, says it is "kinda sad" that Bob Marley's legendary band is still touring to make ends meet. Tue, 14 July 2009 15:19:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=2331 Rising Reggae Phenom, SKULL; who marked a milestone in music history by being the first Korean artist to chart at #2 on the Billboard HipHop/R&B Singles Chart .. Tue, 14 July 2009 15:16:00 GMT http://www.galesburg.com/entertainment/x135750479/Album-review-Road-to-Reggae-by-Gomba-Jahbari There is an ongoing contest - at least for this reviewer - between Gomba Jahbari and fellow Puerto Ricans Cultura Profetica for the title of Greatest Latin Reggae Band. Mon, 13 July 2009 15:37:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090710/business/business2.html Rohan Marley, son of the late Bob Marley, working with a partner, has acquired lands in Jamaica for coffee farming and launched Marley Coffee, marrying his father's famous name to another world-class brand, Blue Mountain. Mon, 13 July 2009 15:34:00 GMT http://www.zandavisitor.com/newsarticle-1790-Bob_Marleys_Immortal_Band,_the_Wailers_Coming_to_Oregon_Zoo Bob Marley's legend lives on through his immortal band, the Wailers. The band, pioneers of Jamaican reggae music, will perform Aug. 5 as part of the Oregon Zoo's summer concert series, presented by NW Natural. Wed, 08 July 2009 20:27:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090708/ent/ent3.html Jamaican reggae artiste Etana rocked the European city of Amsterdam with a solid performance on Sunday. Wed, 08 July 2009 20:25:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=2293 On Saturday, July 25, both reggae royalty Damian ‘Jr. Gong’ Marley and rap luminary Nas perform together at Reggae Sumfest, in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Wed, 08 July 2009 20:22:00 GMT http://www.spinner.com/2009/07/07/ziggy-marley-searching-for-his-duet-with-michael-jackson/ With Michael Jackson gone, fans are no doubt curious about the unreleased music the King of Pop left behind. At least one of those tracks features the vocals of Ziggy Marley, according to the reggae singer. Wed, 08 July 2009 20:19:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090628/ent/ent1.html Bunny Wailer, original member and sole remaining lead voice from the Wailing Wailers, the Jamaican group which splintered into the outstanding fragments of Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and himself, has started a digital reissue of his solo catalogue. Sat, 27 June 2009 8:59:00 GMT http://www.reuters.com/article/reviewsNews/idUSTRE55O09M20090625 Wah Do Dem" immerses a young Brooklynite in strange environments, beginning with the emphatic diversions aboard a cruise ship and ending on the lean, mean streets of Kingston. Sat, 27 June 2009 8:53:00 GMT http://www.examiner.com/x-14404-Jacksonville-Reggae-Examimer~y2009m6d26-Reggae-music-tribute-to-Michael-Jackson Reggae music tribute to Michael Jackson Sat, 27 June 2009 8:47:00 GMT http://www.aspendailynews.com/section/home/135184 When the city’s parks department got permission from Aspen City Council in April to hold a major concert in Rio Grande Park in August, but couldn’t reveal the name of the act or the promoter because of ongoing negotiations, many were anxious to find out the act’s identity. Sat, 27 June 2009 8:45:00 GMT http://www.lonokenews.net/articles/2009/06/25/entertainment/ent02.txt An actor as well as musician, Ky-Mani is the second youngest of Bob Marley’s 11 children (biological and adopted). He recently chatted about his upbringing after his family moved from Jamaica to Miami when he was 9, his childhood resentments, how he backed into a music career and fleeting memories of his father, who died when Ky-Mani was 5 years old Sat, 27 June 2009 8:38:00 GMT http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2009/06/reggaes_vital_heart_david_burnetts_bob_m.php BOB MARLEY'S MESSAGE was a timeless one of revolution and social change that sprang from his life experiences. Wed, 24 June 2009 9:01:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090624/ent/ent2.html VP Records has partnered with Reggae Sumfest which will see the labels marquee artistes performing at the festival from July 19-25 at Catherine Hall Entertainment Complex. Wed, 24 June 2009 8:59:00 GMT http://www.jambase.com/Articles/Story.aspx?storyID=18552 Reggae Rising Music Festival Announces Lineup By Day Plus New Additions Mon, 22 June 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090618/ent/ent2.html While his brothers are busy making hit records, Rohan Marley is looking to an entirely different field to reap big bucks. Mon, 22 June 2009 20:04:00 GMT http://blogcritics.org/music/article/interview-ziggy-marley-singer-songwriter-and/ As the son of reggae's best-known and best-selling artist, it should come as no surprise that Ziggy Marley's life has been transformed and inspired by the power of music. Mon, 15 June 2009 14:23:00 GMT http://www.mi2n.com/press.php3?press_nb=120530 Dancehall Reggae Artist the Original Black Pantah releases Project: Reggaeoligist two times with Tropical Records this year! Mon, 15 June 2009 14:21:00 GMT http://pr-usa.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=224087&Itemid=28 Reggae legend I Kong has been through more than his share of life’s experiences over the last few decades, and the new Tropical Records release of the extended 19 song Forgotten Man CD will prove to be one of the best opportunities for Kong’s positive messages of true love, world peace, and total unity amongst humans to the world. Mon, 15 June 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://www.reggaesumfest.com/ www.reggaesumfest.com Mon, 15 June 2009 14:11:00 GMT http://www.lasvegasweekly.com/news/2009/jun/11/three-questions-ky-mani-marley/ Ky-Mani Marley brings rain and reggae to the desert Mon, 15 June 2009 14:10:00 GMT http://www.lvrj.com/neon/47913172.html Hungry for reggae? Have a slice of Ky. Mon, 15 June 2009 14:08:00 GMT http://www.freeskier.com/articles/article.php?article_id=3855 When the snow melts there’s numerous ways to keep yourself happy come the summer months. Some of us work like crazy, or travel to a summer vacation spot, and some even head to the glaciers to keep our ski season’s going. However, most of us are at least lucky enough to catch some concerts and blow some of that hard earned grass cutting money on a summer variety of live music. Mon, 15 June 2009 14:06:00 GMT http://www.independent.com/news/2009/jun/09/311-and-ziggy-marley-santa-barbara-bowl/ Any concertgoer would agree—it was an evening of veritable rock and reggae perfection on Friday night at the Bowl. Mon, 15 June 2009 14:03:00 GMT http://www.thedailytimes.com/article/20090611/ENT/306129998 Methodical ... contemplative ... serene. All are hallmarks of a spiritual leader, which is what Aston "Family Man" Barrett is these days. More so than a musician, he's the keeper of the flame -- the man who carries a torch for his old friend, reggae legend Bob Marley, and still holds it aloft for the rest of the world to see. Mon, 08 June 2009 14:09:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090607/ent/ent2.html Thirteen years after migrating to the United States, the Bonafide band, which originally started out with four brothers in Mount Salem, St James, in 1990, has all but conquered the world with their unique brand of reggae music. Mon, 08 June 2009 14:06:00 GMT http://www.pamdemocrat.org/Newspaper/Details.cfm?Nz=(0GIZ4I%26%3DAG8%20%0A&Iz=%23)BDI%0A Indonesia''s democracy is only a decade old and the political parties are mostly indistinguishable on policy - but eleven years after the fall of the Suharto Dictatorship where all dissent was squashed - new voices are emerging, trying to influence debate. One such voice is Ras Muhamad, a young reggae singer. Mon, 08 June 2009 14:04:00 GMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090605/music_nm/us_matisyahu_1 After numerous delays, Hasidic reggae artist Matisyahu's third studio album, "Light," will hit stores August 25. Mon, 08 June 2009 14:02:00 GMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090608/music_nm/us_marley_1 After a six-year hiatus, Julian "JuJu" Marley is back with his third album, "Awake." Sun, 07 June 2009 17:03:00 GMT http://www.azstarnet.com/sn/caliente/295673.php It's about time Matisyahu, the Hasidic reggae vocalist straight out of Brooklyn, made it to Tucson. His show at the Rialto Theatre next Thursday will be his first in the Old Pueblo. Sun, 07 June 2009 17:02:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090607/ent/ent4.html Though the global economic recession has flushed the fortunes of Jamaican products like alumina down the toilet, at least one signature export is thriving in transatlantic exchange. Sun, 07 June 2009 17:01:00 GMT http://www.registerguard.com/csp/cms/sites/web/entertainment/14730520-44/story.csp During the season opener Memorial Day weekend at the Cuthbert Amphitheater, veteran entertainer Michael Franti had the huge crowd jumping up and down more than once. Sun, 07 June 2009 17:00:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090604/ent/ent4.html B Is For Bob is the title of a compilation album by singer Ziggy Marley. On it, he reworks some of his father's (Bob Marley) most popular songs. It is scheduled to be released on June 23 by Island Records. Sun, 07 June 2009 16:59:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090607/ent/ent5.html Reggae royalty, Damian 'Junior Gong' Marley, and rap luminary, Nas, will deliver a special performance together on Saturday, July 25, on International Night II at Reggae Sumfest. Tue, 02 June 2009 18:15:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090601/lead/lead2.html THE MARCH towards Jamaica's Independence in 1962 intensified as the fateful August morning drew near. Hope and promise surrounded the birth of a nation. Individuals, families and communities envisioned growth and development through hard work and commitment. Tue, 02 June 2009 18:13:00 GMT http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090603/COMMUNITIES/906030336/1051 Positive vibrations filled the Sunday night air at the Yigo Amusement Park as nationally recognized reggae artists Sashamon, Niyorah and The Expendables headed a Reggae in the Park line up that drew people from Yigo all the way to Malesso. Tue, 02 June 2009 18:12:00 GMT http://77square.com/citylife/qs/story_453358 Name a popular song or recording artist of the past 30 years, and there's a chance Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare's legendary reggae riddims or producing skills are connected to the music. Tue, 02 June 2009 18:11:00 GMT http://hangout.altsounds.com/news/107904-santa-barbara-based-reggae-band-rebelution-set-to-release-album-bright-side-of-life.html Santa Barbara-based reggae band Rebelution announced today that their long awaited sophomore full-length album “Bright Side of Life” will be released in stores nationwide and digital worldwide on August 4, 2009. Tue, 02 June 2009 18:07:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=2228 The vibrant, new Caribbean music riddim has been unleashed to music fans globally, displaying the talents of dynamic artistes representing different islands in the region. Tue, 02 June 2009 18:05:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090601/ent/ent1.html Taking the bands as individual units, last Friday night's Bands Incorporated concert on Lindsay Crescent, St Andrew, was an excellent show. C Sharp, Dubtonic, Rootz Underground and openers Pentatuche, although all playing overwhelmingly reggae, are sufficiently individually distinctive to not blur into each other. Sun, 31 May 2009 14:32:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090531/ent/ent6.html For the first time, Jamaica will have a web-based record company in the form of Jarcat Records. Sun, 31 May 2009 14:27:00 GMT http://www.filter-mag.com/index.php?id=19082&c=1 Interview with Julian Marley Sun, 31 May 2009 14:26:00 GMT http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1796652/ziggy_marley_weed_is_answer_to_worlds.html?cat=9 Ziggy Marley is the son of legendary Jamaican artist Bob Marley, of course, and he believes he has a way of solving the world's economic crisis. Thu, 28 May 2009 14:45:00 GMT http://www.redwoodtimes.com/entertainment/ci_12459346 The 25th anniversary of the one and only Reggae on the River will take place at Benbow Lake State Recreation Area on Saturday, July 18. With interest in the event running high, locals are encouraged to get their tickets early for this silver anniversary celebration. Thu, 28 May 2009 14:43:00 GMT http://www.prlog.org/10244269-santa-barbarabased-reggae-band-rebelution-set-to-release-sophomore-album-bright-side-of-life.html Santa Barbara-based reggae band Rebelution announced today that their long awaited sophomore full-length album “Bright Side of Life” will be released in stores nationwide and digital worldwide on August 4, 2009. Thu, 28 May 2009 14:40:00 GMT http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/music/gig-23410922-details/Island+Life+Festival/gigReview.do?reviewId=23700174 It seems only fair to note that they don’t make record companies like Island any more. In truth, Island — now part of the Universal universe — isn’t as Island was but for most of its 50 year-history celebrated by the Island Life festival, it’s been a clearing house for all sorts of maverick talent from all sorts of genres. Thu, 28 May 2009 14:39:00 GMT http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/8069765.stm More than three decades after signing up to the label that launched her career into the big league, Grace Jones has celebrated Island Records landmark 50th year in London. Tue, 26 May 2009 11:28:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=2225 DJ Chocolate and Patrick Roots continue their tradition of presenting the finest reggae artists Toronto has to offer by proudly announcing a rare and intimate performance with Willi Williams live in concert on Friday June 5th, ... Tue, 26 May 2009 11:26:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090526/ent/ent1.html Like moths to a flame, patrons walked, ran and gathered by the stage as soon as reggae crooner Beres Hammond and later the energetic Beenie Man performed at Rocksteady Meets Reggae and Dancehall at the Jamalco Sports Club in Clarendon on Saturday night. Mon, 25 May 2009 17:12:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090524/ent/ent4.html Julian Marley's 14-track Awake starts off with the title track and immediately a few things are clear: a) The lyrics are predictable ("For many years/We have been lost in our tears"). In the standard rhyming couplets, the second line was always going to end with 'tears' or 'fears'. b) The music is good (the drumming on the slow track manages to give it a lively feel without mauling the structured meandering of the meditative track. c) Marley springs a few vocal surprises (he soars into a falsetto on the first go-round of the refrain). Mon, 25 May 2009 17:09:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090525/ent/ent2.html This year's annual staging of the Boss Sounds Festival in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, has been renamed the Red Stripe Boss Sounds Festival after the Jumpin' Hot Club secured a deal with the famous Jamaican brewer. Mon, 25 May 2009 17:07:00 GMT http://www.caribbeannetnews.com/news-16664--9-9--.html Cultural stakeholders in Jamaica say that music icon Bob Marley should have been on the new Jamaica $5,000 bill (US$70) and not former prime minister Hugh Shearer, whose impact, they claim, wanes in comparison to that of the reggae legend. Mon, 25 May 2009 17:03:00 GMT http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/5353818/Bob-Marleys-long-lost-cousins-traced-to-Devon-coastal-town.html Bob Marley's long-lost cousins have been traced to the seaside town of Ilfracombe on the north coast of Devon. Tue, 17 May 2009 18:24:00 GMT http://broadwayworld.com/article/The_Harder_They_Come_West_End_Hit_Jimmy_Cliff_Musical_Plays_South_Florida_20090518 THE MUSICAL BASED ON THE 1970'S CULT FILM THAT TRANSFORMED REGGAE MUSIC AND SINGER JIMMY CLIFF INTO INTERNATIONAL SENSATIONS Sun, 17 May 2009 18:24:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090517/ent/ent1.html Argentina-born, Los Angeles-based independent documentary filmmaker, Luciano Blotta, recently debuted his documentary, RiseUp, at hotdocs, the Canadian International Documentary Festival in Toronto. Sun, 17 May 2009 18:22:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090517/ent/ent5.html ARGUABLY one of the most prestigious record labels in the history of British music, Island Records has spawned countless artistes in its 50-year history. Sun, 17 May 2009 18:20:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090515/social/social3.html She was born Francesca Anne Dolores Freiin Thyssen-Bornemisza de Kászon et Impérfalva, in Lausanne, Switzerland. The daughter of the late industrialist Baron Hans Heinrich Thyssen-Bornemisza and his third wife, fashion model Fiona Frances Elaine Campbell-Walter... Sun, 17 May 2009 18:18:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090517/ent/ent4.html Though primarily a roots reggae album, Julian Marley delves into several other genres on his latest project, Awake. Sun, 17 May 2009 18:15:00 GMT http://celebrity-babies.com/2009/05/16/ziggy-marley-says-kids-are-interested-in-nature/ In a new interview with the LA Times, father of five Ziggy Marley reveals his secret for snoozing well into the afternoon... Thu, 14 May 2009 14:15:00 GMT http://www.canada.com/Free+reggae+concert+Sunday/1595286/story.html Canadian reggae star Fredlocks Asher will play a free concert at the Rally for Peace, Justice and Equality on Sunday. Thu, 14 May 2009 14:12:00 GMT http://www.redwoodtimes.com/entertainment/ci_12362158 On Saturday, July 18, the Mateel Community Center invites all to the 25th annual Reggae on the River. Thu, 14 May 2009 14:10:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=6320 The poised yet audacious singer/songwriter Queen Ifrica unveils her highly anticipated LP Montego Bay on June 16, 2009. Her strikingly complex Rastafarian voice achieves a rarefied balance on this 12 song selection with a stirring mix of spiritually empowering anthems, lover’s rock tunes and searing social commentaries featured on this dynamic debut for VP Records. Thu, 14 May 2009 14:04:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090514/ent/ent1.html Reggae legend Bunny Wailer, saying he is keen to preserve his history, has released his catalogue digitally through Zojak World Wide. A statement from the singer's Solomonic label said Blackheart Man, the 1976 set regarded as Wailer's finest work, will be released on May 26 and featured on Itunes. Thu, 14 May 2009 14:03:00 GMT http://news.prnewswire.com/DisplayReleaseContent.aspx?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/05-14-2009/0005026088&EDATE= B is for Bob, a collection of Bob Marley's most beloved songs re-imagined for kids, will be released June 23 by UMe/Island/Tuff Gong. The international musical legend's eldest son, four-time Grammy winner Ziggy Marley, executive produced the album, which bridges the gap between the timeless Bob Marley and a new generation of kids. Wed, 13 May 2009 17:38:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090513/ent/ent2.html A recording session at the Vineyard Town, St Andrew, Grafton Studios about three weeks ago could just put that extra pep in the step of Jamaican athletes as they represent the country in international competitions. Wed, 13 May 2009 17:37:00 GMT http://ethiopolitics.com/news_1/20090511902.html These days, it is usual to see many Rastafarianism in Ethiopia, mainly in Shashemene, located some 240 kilometres east of Addis Ababa, where few of them have resettled since the past three to four decades. Wed, 13 May 2009 17:36:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090512/ent/ent1.html At first, Julian Marley played excerpts of varying lengths from songs on his new Awake album, then he delivered two tracks live at the Bob Marley Museum, 56 Hope Road, St Andrew, last Wednesday evening. Mon, 11 May 2009 14:42:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090511/ent/ent3.html "This is evidence that we're doing something right with Reggae Sumfest," Johnny Gourzong, executive director of Summerfest Promotions said after collecting the IRAWMA award last Sunday in New York. Mon, 11 May 2009 14:40:00 GMT http://www.independent.co.uk/news/media/tv-radio/gentleman-king-of-the-reggae-soundclash-may-land-a-tuff-gong-tonight-1682511.html People in the know will go to extraordinary lengths to hear David Rodigan play music. People such as the American rap star Wyclef Jean, who ordered his entourage aboard their 4x4s and drove through the night from New York to Connecticut, where the London-based Kiss radio broadcaster was performing live. Sun, 10 May 2009 14:34:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090510/sports/sports4.html Surfing in Jamaica will soon hit the big screen.A docudrama based on the development of the sport in Jamaica is scheduled for release in the Caribbean in mid-June. Sun, 10 May 2009 14:33:00 GMT http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-ca-conversation10-2009may10,0,6374432.story With a new album out that's geared toward kids, the singer rhapsodizes about his own brood, parenting and his mellow outlook on life. Sun, 10 May 2009 14:18:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090510/ent/ent2.html Freddie McGregor recalls meeting DJ Vybz Kartel at Boston's Logan Airport last year and their discussion was largely based on McGregor bringing his Rocksteady Meets Reggae show to Jamaica. Only difference was, Kartel wanted it to have a dancehall twist. He will get his wish, as on Saturday, May 23, McGregor presents Rocksteady meets Reggae and Dancehall at Jamalco Sports Club in Halse Hall, Clarendon. Sun, 10 May 2009 14:15:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=2185 The committee for the 3rd Annual Reggae Music Achievement Awards recently announced this years award categories and their nominees. "The committee made these selections based on the industries musical activity in 2008, going into 2009," said Awards CEO, Mr. Delroy Sterling. "The fans are really looking forward to this years ceremony and performances!" Sun, 10 May 2009 14:13:00 GMT http://www.stabroeknews.com/2009/the-scene/05/09/bob-is-a-guidance-for-the-music%E2%80%99-says-son-julian/ Reggae singers Julian Marley and Buju Banton are at odds over whether the world’s fixation on Bob Marley is hurting the growth of reggae music. Sun, 10 May 2009 14:11:00 GMT http://www.vibe.com/news/music/2009/05/boomshots_ziggy_marley_responds_to_buju_banton/ Earlier this week, Grammy Award-winning recording artist Ziggy Marley stopped by VIBE’s New York City offices to talk about his latest release, Family Time (Tuff Gong / Universal), as well as a new album of his father’s classic songs, many of them remixed for young listeners, called B is For Bob (Tuff Gong / Universal). At the end of the video interview, Bob Marley’s firstborn son shared his views on a controversy that has engulfed Jamaica for the past two and a half weeks. Fri, 08 May 2009 14:47:00 GMT http://sflcn.com/story.php?id=6288 Renowned international Reggae artiste, Frederick 'Freddie' McGregor, has been elected Chairman of the newly formed Jamaica Reggae Industry Association (JRIA). Fri, 08 May 2009 14:34:00 GMT http://hangout.altsounds.com/news/107248-stephen-marley-is-joining-forces-with-snoop-dogg.html Stephen Marley is joining forces with Snoop Dogg and punk-reggae veterans Slightly Stoopid for the "Blazed and Confused" tour of North America. The tour launches July 10th in Nevada. Fri, 08 May 2009 14:31:00 GMT http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2009/may/05/ky-mani-marley-gregory-issacs-third-world-yellowma/ Ky-Mani Marley performs during the Sixth Annual Jammy Awards at the Theater at Madison Square Garden Thursday, April 20, 2006, in New York. Marley will perform June 13, 2009, in Las Vegas at Reggea in the Desert. Fri, 08 May 2009 14:29:00 GMT http://www.contactmusic.com/news.nsf/article/marley%20injures%20knee%20in%20charity%20soccer%20match_1102460 ZIGGY MARLEY is hobbling around on crutches after injuring his knee during a celebrity soccer match in Los Angeles on Saturday (02May09). Fri, 08 May 2009 14:27:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=6281 Jamaica is always great for “FAMILY TIME” – Regional Director, Tour Operators & Airlines, Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), Tony King chats with Ziggy Marley during the promotional tour of “Family Time”, Marley’s first ever full-length children’s music project. Fri, 08 May 2009 14:26:00 GMT http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2009/05/ziggy_marley.php ZIGGY MARLEY'S "FAMILY TIME" is being marketed as a kids' music CD, but songs such as "Cry, Cry, Cry" (with Jack Johnson and Paula Fuga) and "Wings of an Angel" (with Ida's Elizabeth Mitchell) address deeper issues than the ABCs: The former is a folk-blues lament about a child's freedom, and the latter is based on poppa Bob's interpretation of Psalm 55:6. Mature songs such as these make "Family Time" truly a record for families, not just li'l squirts. Fri, 08 May 2009 14:23:00 GMT http://fredericksburg.com/blogs/view?blogger_id=33&p=1241044454 Celebrate Virginia Live will begin its season on Friday with one of the ultimate party bands, reggae’s legendary Wailers. The group (one of two currently bearing the famous name) features bassist Aston “Family Man” Barrett, who played with Bob Marley during the Wailers' peak years in the late ’70s. While on tour in Europe, Barrett and Wailers manager Jennifer Miller responded to some of Weekender’s questions via e–mail. Fri, 08 May 2009 14:17:00 GMT http://allafrica.com/stories/200905080413.html The stage is set for the Bob Marley commemoration tomorrow in the Harare Gardens, starting at 12 noon. Sat, 25 April 2009 13:08:00 GMT http://www.dispatch.co.za/article.aspx?id=311009 THEY “skank” in the ghettos to his hard-hitting reggae tunes and study his poetry in leafy universities – from Europe to Brazil and Japan. Sat, 25 April 2009 13:02:00 GMT http://www.jambase.com/Articles/Story.aspx?storyID=17610 Julian Marley is excited to announce the release of his highly anticipated record, Awake, on May 26 via Ghetto Youths/Universal. Sat, 25 April 2009 12:58:00 GMT http://www.mirror.co.uk/celebs/news/2009/04/22/bob-marley-the-wailers-aston-family-man-barrett-reveals-how-he-inspired-stevie-wonder-see-our-exclusive-video-interview-115875-21297849/ The last surviving member of Bob Marley's band The Wailers has talked exclusively to Mirror.co.uk about his life as one of reggae's biggest stars - and how he inspired one of Stevie Wonder's greatest hits. Sat, 25 April 2009 12:57:00 GMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090422/lf_nm_life/us_jamaica_1 Reggae legend Bob Marley's "One Love" topped a list of Jamaica's 100 best songs over 50 years that was unveiled on Tuesday by a panel of musicians and cultural officials associated with the University of the West Indies. Tue, 21 April 2009 18:28:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=6144 Jamaica Awareness Inc. (“JA”), the community organization largely credited with pioneering reggae concerts in South Florida, has established two scholarships in honor of a legendary member of the South Florida media, the late Clint O’Neil – the man regarded as the pioneer and “godfather of Caribbean and Reggae radio.” Tue, 21 April 2009 18:24:00 GMT http://sflcn.com/story.php?id=6139 Long time reggae contender Denroy Morgan, launches his “musical ministry” with his latest release THEOCRACY REIGN, in stores Tuesday (April 21) on Asaph Records distributed through VP Records. Sat, 18 April 2009 12:43:00 GMT http://www.petergreenberg.com/2009/04/17/culinary-adventures-jamaica%E2%80%99s-roadside-food-with-recipes/ When you think about the native food of Jamaica, what leaps to mind? Sat, 18 April 2009 12:39:00 GMT http://www.pegasusnews.com/news/2009/apr/17/reggae-festival-lights-unt-campus/ Thursday's Reggae Fest brought a bevy of dreadlocked musicians to the Library Mall outside the Willis Library, in a six-hour celebration of the Caribbean music genre. Sat, 18 April 2009 12:37:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090416/ent/ent1.html AMERICAN RECORD company Shanachie Records has released a comprehensive set featuring reggae legend Peter Tosh. The Ultimate Peter Tosh Experience contains two DVDs, a CD and a 30-page booklet that provides insight into the life and work of one of the music's most controversial figures. Sat, 18 April 2009 12:36:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=2127 The 28th Annual International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) returns to the Big Apple on Sunday, May 3, 2009. The ceremony will host the top names in reggae, soca and world music at its new venue at the York College Performing Arts Center in Queens, New York. Sat, 18 April 2009 12:35:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090416/ent/ent4.html RAPPER MIMS, who struck it big two years ago with Junior Reid on the song, This Is Why I'm Hot, is back with Guilt, his second album. Wed, 15 April 2009 13:19:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090415/ent/ent5.html The department of government at the University of the West Indies will host a symposium on the top 100 Jamaican songs between 1957 and 2007. The symposium takes place at the Undercroft, the University of the West Indies, Mona, tomorrow, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Wed, 15 April 2009 13:17:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090415/sports/sports3.html Jamaica's triple Olympic gold-medallist, Usain Bolt, has categorically denied reports which have surfaced quoting the sprint star as stating that every child in Jamaica learns how to roll a marijuana joint. Wed, 15 April 2009 13:12:00 GMT http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/13/nyregion/13reggae.html?_r=1&ref=music The elevated trains roar over the din of the streets and aging storefronts of Wakefield in the Bronx. Up a circular staircase in Moodie’s Records, past a wall of shrink-wrapped LPs and stacks of 45s, a neighborhood sound that began in the 1970s — Bronx reggae — is struggling to be reborn. Wed, 15 April 2009 13:10:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090414/ent/ent1.html Montego Bay-based singer Mackie Conscious, who has been building quite a name for himself with his consciousness/roots-flavoured reggae music, has been booked to perform at the Fifth Summit of the Americas Conference, which will be attended by several world leaders, including United States President Barack Obama. Wed, 15 April 2009 13:09:00 GMT http://www.austin360.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/music/entries/2009/04/14/austin_reggae_fest_irie_vibes.html Continuing an Austin tradition over fifteen years deep, the irie vibes of the Austin Reggae Festival will resonate through Auditorium Shores on Saturday and Sunday. Wed, 15 April 2009 13:07:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=6030 Ky-Mani Marley, a son of Falmouth, will join his brother Ziggy, Third World, Barrington Levy, Culture, Tony Rebel, Charlie Chaplin, King Yellowman, Cynthia Schloss, Bongo Herman, U-Roy, Half Pint, Josey Wales, Ranking Joe, Selector Jah Screw, Inspector Willie and Joe Higgs on the Reggae Walk of Fame. Wed, 15 April 2009 12:59:00 GMT http://www.ziggymarley.com/ Ziggy Marley: It's Family Time, It's Family time... video Wed, 15 April 2009 12:54:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090409/ent/ent1.html THE ORIGINAL Wailers, featuring guitarists Junior Marvin and Al Anderson, are one of the main acts for the May 2-10 St Lucia Jazz Festival. Wed, 15 April 2009 12:48:00 GMT http://media.www.lugazette.com/media/storage/paper816/news/2009/04/08/Entertainment/bob-Marley.A.Life.By.Garry.Steckles-3700699.shtml Bob Marley, the Jamaican reggae star, holds a central place in the development of popular music. The first Caribbean singer to achieve international renown, he is revered by people all over the world. The book "Bob Marley: a Life" by Garry Steckles, provides fascinating insights into the life of the artist. Wed, 01 April 2009 15:02:00 GMT http://www.nvdaily.com/lifestyle/2009/04/jamaican-me-hungry-local-eater.html Diners don't need to fly south for a taste of Caribbean cuisine. Wed, 01 April 2009 14:54:00 GMT http://sflcn.com/story.php?id=6006 Basseterre, St. Kitts (March 30, 2009) Top entertainer and dancehall music rising star Mavado will be among the premier acts at the 13th Annual St. Kitts Music Festival, which will take place on the island from June 25-27, 2009. Wed, 01 April 2009 14:53:00 GMT http://www.bostonherald.com/news/international/africa/view.bg?articleid=1162492&srvc=rss Three men accused of murdering a reggae star have been found guilty. Wed, 01 April 2009 14:50:00 GMT http://www.caribbean360.com/News/Caribbean/Stories/2009/04/01/NEWS0000007106.html Popular Jamaican reggae artiste Luciano is facing the possibility of up to six months in prison if he is convicted on a charge of harbouring a fugitive. Wed, 01 April 2009 14:49:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=6012 The second staging of the Reggae Symphony 2009, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts (BCPA), Fort Lauderdale, Sunday (Mar. 29) was a huge success ... Wed, 01 April 2009 14:48:00 GMT http://www.contactmusic.com/news.nsf/article/nasmarley%20album%20profits%20help%20build%20african%20school_1099280 Rapper NAS and reggae star DAMIAN 'JUNIOR GONG' MARLEY are donating all proceeds from their upcoming album to help build a school in the Congo. Wed, 01 April 2009 14:45:00 GMT http://www.theinsider.com/news/1927908_Ziggy_Marley_And_Family Ziggy Marley and family attended the 1st Annual T.J. Martell Family Day held at The Los Angeles Zoo on March 29, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. Mon, 30 March 2009 15:18:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090329/ent/ent7.html The Jamaica Fashion Collections, a presentation of the best of Jamaica's fashion, design and models, will take the international stage at two shows in Brussels, Belgium, in April. Mon, 30 March 2009 15:16:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090330/ent/ent1.html In recent times, some Japanese have become part of Jamaica's reggae/dancehall culture and have also fused the eccentric lifestyle with their own. Mon, 30 March 2009 15:14:00 GMT http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7967406.stm The Johannesburg High Court has delayed the verdict in the trial of three men accused of killing South African reggae singer Lucky Dube. Mon, 30 March 2009 15:12:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/news/html/20090326T010000-0500_148151_OBS_DEADLY_SHOOT_OUT.asp THREE policemen were yesterday shot and injured and a gunman shot dead in a dramatic early morning gunfight at a house owned by reggae singer Luciano at Westminister Crescent in Kingston. Wed, 25 March 2009 18:26:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=5959 Jamaican jerk specialists Rupert ‘Shaggy’ Bourne of Boston Beach, Portland and Mark ‘Max’ Miller, head chef at Scotchies 2 in Ocho Rios were crowned joint winners in the first ever Jamaica Jerk Challenge, held on one of the island’s pristine beaches at the luxurious Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios recently. Wed, 25 March 2009 18:25:00 GMT http://www.gantdaily.com/news/12/ARTICLE/47051/2009-03-25.html Ian Newtion, a 1990's reggae star known by the public as Scoobie Santino for the hit song "Money Honey," was found with his throat cut after a concert in London. Wed, 25 March 2009 18:19:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090324/ent/ent3.html Reggae singer Ziggy Marley is scheduled to perform at the White House on April 13, as part of President Barack Obama's Easter celebrations. Wed, 25 March 2009 18:16:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090324/ent/ent1.html THERE ARE conflicting views from relatives of Bob Marley on a recent decision by the family to use his image on a new line of products, including snowboards and beer. Sun, 22 March 2009 15:57:00 GMT http://sflcn.com/story.php?id=5939 The poised yet audacious singer/songwriter Queen Ifrica will unveil her EP Road To Montego Bay digitally on March 24, 2009. Sun, 22 March 2009 15:55:00 GMT http://www.theargus.co.uk/news/4222687.Reggae_festival_returns/ The UK’s only annual Reggae and Dub festival is returning to Sussex this summer. Fri, 20 March 2009 12:08:00 GMT http://www.dailymail.com/Business/200903190581 Mouthwatering aromas of jerk chicken and curry shrimp drift from the area's first Jamaican restaurant. Fri, 20 March 2009 12:05:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=2065 Joe Gibbs: Scorchers From The Early Years 1967-73, available everywhere on April 14, 2009, is an amazing collection of Rocksteady & Reggae hits from the late 60’s and early 70’s, that helped break reggae internationally. Fri, 20 March 2009 12:03:00 GMT http://tonight.co.za/index.php?fArticleId=4898064&fSectionId=432&fSetId=251 Fans of Bob Marley have something special to look forward to with the release of African Reggae, a new collection in which cultures converge in a celebration of Marley’s music, to mark what would have been the Jamaican icon’s 64th birthday. Wed, 18 March 2009 11:57:00 GMT http://sflcn.com/story.php?id=5913 Gargamel Music, Inc. is pleased to announce the North American release date for Jamaican music icon Buju Banton's highly anticipated roots reggae album, Rasta Got Soul. Wed, 18 March 2009 11:56:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=5912 Reggae’s beloved musical genius, Sizzla Kalonji, delves deeper into his cultural and spiritual ideals with the highly anticipated opus Ghetto Youth-ology, set to be released on April, 21, 2009 with Greensleeves Records. Wed, 18 March 2009 11:54:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090317/ent/ent3.html BEENIE MAN and Buju Banton are the headliners for the Barbados Reggae Festival, it was announced on Sunday. Wed, 18 March 2009 11:51:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090317/ent/ent4.html AS AN in-demand news photographer, David Burnett covered wars in Vietnam and Iran. But he says the bloody scenes he saw in those conflicts have little comparison to the photos he took of reggae superstar Bob Marley in 1976. Wed, 18 March 2009 11:48:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090313/ent/ent2.html The Marley-owned Tuff Gong International on Wednesday donated a series of products to the National Library of Jamaica (NLJ). Thu, 12 March 2009 15:54:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum Thu, 12 March 2009 15:14:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090312/cook/cook4.html The mouth-watering flavours of Jamaican and Caribbean food will be brought to life before a United Kingdom (UK) audience, when Jamaican-born chef Levi Roots stars in a new television series about Caribbean cuisine, on the BBC. Thu, 12 March 2009 15:10:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=5854 Half Pint will be in South Florida this weekend to perform at the Jamaica Vintage Music Festival on Sunday, March 15 at Club Cinema. Thu, 12 March 2009 15:08:00 GMT http://news.iafrica.com/sa/1552220.htm One of the men accused of killing reggae icon Lucky Dube during a botched hijacking in 2007 will continue his cross-examination in the Johannesburg High Court on Tuesday. Thu, 12 March 2009 15:06:00 GMT http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?from=rss_News&set_id=1&click_id=79&art_id=nw20090309201536661C451639 The man accused of killing Lucky Dube has accused the police of planting his fingerprints in the reggae artist's car therefore linking him to the murder. Thu, 12 March 2009 15:04:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/westernnews/html/20090311T210000-0500_147424_OBS_SURELY_YOU_JEST__RAS_ASTOR_BLACK__.asp After suffering five heavy defeats at the polls in parliamentary elections and losing nomination fees amounting to $15,000, Trelawny's resident maverick, Ras Astor Black, is at it again. Thu, 12 March 2009 15:03:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090310/ent/ent1.html ISLAND RECORDS, the powerful independent company founded in Kingston in 1959, marks its 50th anniversary this year. A statement from founder Chris Blackwell says a week-long celebration scheduled for England in May will mark the occasion. Thu, 12 March 2009 14:52:00 GMT http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2009/03/dreadlocked_legend_soul_rebel.php Photographer David Burnett sure had a tough life. In 1976 and 1977, Time Magazine forced him to go hang out with Bob Marley and take pictures of him in Jamaica and on a European tour. Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:41:00 GMT http://www.pretorianews.co.za/index.php?fSectionId=672&fArticleId=nw20090223120258888C741552 The man once arrested for reggae icon Lucky Dube's murder, but who was later released and turned State witness, began his testimony in the Johannesburg High Court on Monday. Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:40:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090224/letters/letters6.html I MUST congratulate Carolyn Cooper on her wonderful piece in The Sunday Gleaner in defence of dancehall music. Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:39:00 GMT http://jam.canoe.ca/Music/Artists/K/KNaan/2009/02/24/8504041-sun.html Not many 30-year-old artists get to spend months living at Bob Marley's house in Kingston, Jamaica, and recording an album at his famed family's Tuff Gong Studio. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:40:00 GMT http://www.whbf.com/Global/story.asp?S=9885793 Jamaican regulators say they are forbidding all explicit references to sex and violence over the airwaves. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:35:00 GMT http://www.pretorianews.co.za/index.php?fSectionId=672&fArticleId=nw20090219175631771C458261 Thokozani Dube, son of murdered reggae icon Lucky Dube, testified about the night his father died in the Johannesburg High Court on Thursday, SABC radio news reported. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:33:00 GMT http://www.pretorianews.co.za/?fSectionId=672&fArticleId=nw20090223165416190C214475 "This Nigerian doesn't want to give up the car", were the words uttered by a man who pulled the trigger on reggae icon Lucky Dube, the Johannesburg High Court heard on Monday. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://www.news24.com/News24/South_Africa/News/0,,2-7-1442_2474609,00.html The man once arrested for reggae icon Lucky Dube's murder, but who was later released and turned State witness, began his testimony in the Johannesburg High Court on Monday. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:28:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090223/ent/ent1.html As the effects of dancehall music take centre stage, reggae and brand Jamaica's vulnerability will capture the spotlight at a community forum in New York tagged 'Could dancehall be the ruination of reggae and by extension, brand Jamaica?' Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:25:00 GMT http://www.thestar.com/Entertainment/article/591047 The King of Reggae sips at an espresso and smiles at the world. Sat, 21 Feb 2009 19:01:00 GMT http://www.sknvibes.com/Entertainment/News.cfm/1404 Dancehall's Royal Highness Beenie Man is headed to Central America next month to inaugurate the Belize Reggae Fest series, which will be held on Saturday, March 7, at the Civic Center in Belize City. Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:59:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=5715 Grammy nominated Reggae Ambassador Freddie McGregor, the Queen of Reggae, Marcia Griffiths and veteran Reggae singer/songwriter Bob Andy will be the featured performers ... Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:58:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090220/letters/letters3.html The decision by the Broadcasting Commission to clean up the airwaves will once again help to put reggae music back on a path of sustainable growth and development. Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:55:00 GMT http://www.hiphopgalaxy.com/Nas-Teams-Up-With-Damian-Marley-hip-hop-8422.html The Grammy ward nominee is gearing up for the release of a yet to be titled LP, featuring Damien Marley, the son of the legendary artist, Bob Marley. Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:52:00 GMT http://uk.news.yahoo.com/1/20090221/ten-marley-s-son-promises-merchandise-de-c60bd6d.html Bob Marley's son has vowed a new deal to capitalise on his late father's name won't "bastardise" the reggae legend's image. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:22:00 GMT http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/World-News/Jamaicas-First-Dogsled-Team-Competes-In-Global-Dog-Race/Article/200902315225927?lpos=World_News_First_Home_Article_Teaser_Region_8&lid=ARTICLE_15225927_Jamaicas_First_Dogsled_Team_Competes_In_Global_Dog_Race Whoever would have thought to put together a dogsled team in a country where it doesn't even snow? Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:19:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/news/html/20090218T200000-0500_146396_OBS_SCHOOLS_CELEBRATE__JAMAICA_DAY__TOMORROW.asp THE island's schools will celebrate Jamaica Day tomorrow, under the theme 'Celebrating Jamaica: Honouring the Name that I Bear'. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:17:00 GMT http://www.pretorianews.co.za/index.php?fSectionId=665&fArticleId=nw20090218163811850C853097 A police officer in the team investigating the murder of reggae star Lucky Dube told the Johannesburg High Court on Wednesday that he found two unlicensed firearms in the room of one of the accused. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:15:00 GMT http://www.capeargus.co.za/?fSectionId=3571&fArticleId=nw20090219175631771C458261 Thokozani Dube, son of murdered reggae icon Lucky Dube, testified about the night his father died in the Johannesburg High Court on Thursday, SABC radio news reported. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:09:00 GMT http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/02/prweb2104724.htm It's no surprise that one's greatest creativity often arises from personal struggle and pain. Reggae superstar Jah Cure is a perfect example of how life's challenges can bring about true artistry. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:07:00 GMT http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/weekender/stories/2009/02/19/9A_MUSIC19.ART_ART_02-19-09_T6_5CCUIRH.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=101 For more than 40 years, soulful singer Freddie McGregor has shared some of the richest "roots" reggae this side of Bob Marley. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:05:00 GMT http://www.nme.com/news/paul-simon/42855 Ziggy Marley is gearing up for the release of this third album ‘Family Time’, set to be released on May 5 via Tuff Gong Worldwide. Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:00:00 GMT http://www.daily49er.com/diversions/reggae_festival_highly_anticipated_this_weekend-1.1485318 Good vibrations and mellow reggae return to the Long Beach Arena on Saturday, Feb. 21, for the 28th annual Ragga Muffins Festival, a tribute to Bob Marley. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:14:00 GMT http://news.iafrica.com/sa/1301214.htm Fingerprints from murdered reggae icon Lucky Dube's car match those of the two murder accused, the Johannesburg High Court heard on Tuesday. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:13:00 GMT http://www.charlestoncitypaper.com/gyrobase/Content?oid=oid%3A63475 For all its questionable authority, Wikipedia has a means of prioritizing facts such that the first sentence of any entry is often alarmingly telling ... Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:10:00 GMT http://www.times-standard.com/entertainment/ci_11722721 Stephen Marley, Bob's second son and winner of a reggae record six Grammy awards, is getting quite accustomed to Humboldt County. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:08:00 GMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20090218/music_nm/us_marley_1 Jamaican musician Ziggy Marley has drafted his siblings, daughter and a few superstars to assist on his first children's album, "Family Time." Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:06:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090217T200000-0500_146361_OBS_BOB_MARLEY_FULFILLED_THE_IDEALS_OF_RASTAFARI___DR_JALANI_NIAAH.asp If anyone who attended last week Tuesday's Bob Marley Lecture at the Undercroft, UWI, had any doubts about Dr Donna Hope Marquis' rootsy orientation, they would have had it dashed when she creatively brought an end to the informative History Man's musical presentation that was going a trifle too long. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:03:00 GMT http://www.jis.gov.jm/information/html/20090217T090000-0500_18475_JIS_BOB_MARLEY_PHOTOGRAPHIC_EXHIBITION_OPENS_IN_WASHINGTON__DC.asp Rare photographs providing a unique glimpse into the life of the late reggae king, Bob Marley, are now on display at the Govinda Gallery, downtown Washington DC, U.S.A. Wed, 18 Feb 2009 12:00:00 GMT http://www.marleycoffee.com/ Rohan Marley selling Marley Coffee Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:56:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/sports/html/20090216T210000-0500_146309_OBS_SUCCESSFUL_SPECIAL_OLYMPIANS_RETURN_HOME.asp JAMAICA'S successful 18-member team, which won five medals - two gold, one silver and two bronze -at the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Boise, Idaho, USA, returned home to much fanfare yesterday. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:53:00 GMT http://www.thestar.co.za/?fSectionId=&fArticleId=nw20090217160449806C612253 Fingerprints from murdered reggae icon Lucky Dube's car match those of two men accused of his murder, the Johannesburg High Court heard on Tuesday. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:51:00 GMT http://www.capeargus.co.za/?fSectionId=3571&fArticleId=nw20090217121958434C581476 A cartridge case and a bullet were found inside slain reggae icon Lucky Dube's car, a police photographer told the Johannesburg High Court on Tuesday. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:45:00 GMT http://www.mlive.com/entertainment/bay-city/index.ssf/2009/02/no_worries_kick_back_to_reggae.html A little reggae music, something fruity to drink and a view of the water. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:40:00 GMT http://www.kwtn-blue.com/2009/02/stephen-marley-at-sunset-pier.html Bob Marley’s son STEPHEN MARLEY is back in Key West for a concert Friday, February 27th at Sunset Pier, Ocean Key Resrot & Spa. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:36:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=5666 For 16 years, one of South Florida’s longest running festivals is still going strong and feeding the hungry. The 16th Annual Caribbean Festival is a day long celebration of music, arts, and crafts honoring the life and philosophy of the legendary reggae star, Bob Marley. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://www.mg.co.za/article/2009-02-12-dube-detectives-give-conflicting-testimony how two of the men accused of murdering reggae star Lucky Dube were arrested were heard in the Johannesburg High Court on Thursday. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:28:00 GMT http://www.jis.gov.jm/information/html/20090212T090000-0500_18420_JIS_UWI_COMMENDED_ON_PROGRAMMES_TO_ADVANCE_REGGAE_MUSIC.asp Minister of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports, Olivia Grange, has commended the University of the West Indies (UWI), for its foresight in developing programmes that can help to take Reggae music "to a higher level". Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:27:00 GMT http://www.expressandstar.com/2009/02/12/reggae-superstars-heading-to-civic/ Wolverhampton is set to play host to two of the biggest reggae legends in the world, when Maxi Priest and Beres Hammond play at the Civic Hall in April. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:25:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090210T230000-0500_146030_OBS_A_WORTHY_TRIBUTE_TO_THE_KING_AND_CROWN_PRINCE_OF_REGGAE_.asp A large cast of performers, comprising a number of fresh acts among a slew of old-stagers, did justice tipping their hats to the King and Crown Prince of Reggae in the Gardens of the Pegasus Hotel on Friday. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:23:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=2011 The food franchise has teamed with VP Records for Reggae's Golden Krust Caribbean Star Search competition, giving musicians 18 years and older who are residents in the US, a place to showcase their talent. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:21:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090205T220000-0500_145814_OBS_IRAWMA__RETURNS_TO_JAMAICA_IN_____.asp The International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) returns to Jamaica in 2011. This was disclosed by president/founder and executive producer, Ephraim Martin at the launch of this year's staging inside the Jonkonoo Lounge at the Hilton Hotel, New Kingston. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:20:00 GMT http://allafrica.com/stories/200902060008.html Newspaper reports from South Africa said yesterday that legendary reggae music icon, Lucky Dube, was killed because he was mistaken for a Nigerian. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:19:00 GMT http://denver.metromix.com/music/dining_event/reggae-valentines-day-highlands/904207/content Reggae Valentine's Day Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:17:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090208/ent/ent6.html Six reggae/dancehall artistes patiently await the results of the 51st annual Grammy Awards, that will take place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, tonight. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:15:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090207T210000-0500_145890_OBS_MIND_CONTROL___LESS_SPEED_MORE_MUSICIANSHIP.asp The Stephen Marley Mind Control acoustic album is drunk on echo and three-chord guitar but some tracks have smart riffs and cool solos. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:08:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090209/ent/ent3.html I've never visited Bob Marley's mausoleum in Nine Miles, St Ann, Jamaica, his place of birth. ... Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090212/ent/ent1.html In introducing Dr Jelani Niaah, who delivered the 2009 Bob Marley Lecture on Tuesday evening, University of the West Indies (UWI) deputy principal Joe Pereira described him as an "innovator and activist", ... Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:58:00 GMT http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/for-sale-bob-marley-1607242.html Bootleggers have made a fortune out of the reggae star's image since his death. Now his family are planning to cash in with their own merchandising deal. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:54:00 GMT http://www.miamiherald.com/business/nation/story/898248.html Bob Marley's family announced Tuesday that it has partnered with a private equity firm as part of a major effort to expand the licensing of the reggae star's name. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:51:00 GMT http://www.bigislandvideonews.com/hilo/20090209marley.htm The 1st annual Bob Marley Day Concert and Ag Fair was held at the Mo`oheau Park and Bandstand in Hilo on Sunday. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:47:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090207T210000-0500_145894_OBS_NATTY_DREAD_BAND_GIVES_IMPRESSION_THAT_REUNION_ISLANDS_BELONG_TO_BOB_MARLEY.asp For members of the Natty Dread Band from the Reunion Islands, Bob Marley is more of a saint than a musician. The group of French-speaking musicians spoke as if the reggae icon was from their country and not Jamaica. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:30:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090204/ent/ent4.html Pulse Investments Ltd is now accepting applications for the 2009 Miss Jamaica Universe competition. Interested persons may apply online at www.missjamaicauniverse2009.com or at Pulse's offices at 38A Trafalgar Road, Kingston 10. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:28:00 GMT http://www.news24.com/News24/South_Africa/News/0,,2-7-1442_2464082,00.html A witness wanted to give police information on the murder of reggae star Lucky Dube but was warned that she could be killed, the Johannesburg High Court heard on Wednesday. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:26:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090204/ent/ent3.html Reggae Month got off to an official start with thanksgiving for the famed 'heartbeat of a people' and a challenge for its transformational potential to be utilised positively, on Sunday morning. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:25:00 GMT http://www.prnine.com/releases-002667/music/independent-reggae-label-releases-debut-record-single-artist-jahmings-maccow.html Keeping with the free spirit of reggae, musician Jahmings Maccow is launching Letmegoo, a new record label focusing on developing and promoting the careers of independent reggae artists and bands. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:19:00 GMT http://www.star-ecentral.com/news/story.asp?file=/2009/2/3/music/3152655&sec=music Before we get into the details of the band’s album launch show, it’s best to say that if you have not checked out PureVibracion’s live set, you really are missing out on something special in the local live scene. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:16:00 GMT http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/reviews/events/16879/Raggamuffin_Festival__Sidney_Myer_Music_Bowl_Melbourne_010209 The second annual Raggamuffin Festival took place under a sunny sky in Melbourne. With headliners such as Ziggy Marley, Shaggy, and Arrested Development, this day was destined to be a jam-filled musical event, mingled with both old and new masters of the reggae form. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:12:00 GMT http://www.bostonherald.com/entertainment/food_dining/food/view.bg?articleid=1149786 The flavors and pungent aromas of Jamaica take center stage at East Coast Grill & Raw Bar Monday night in a celebration of the late Bob Marley’s birthday. Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:11:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090203T220000-0500_145700_OBS_LAUNCH_OF_NATRAL_ENTERPRISE__REMA_MUSIC_ON_BOB_MARLEY_S_BIRTHDAY.asp Two music ventures from Trench Town, the community that produced some of reggae's foremost stalwarts, will be officially launched on Friday, coinciding with the 64th birthday of Bob Marley, the most famous of all. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:23:00 GMT http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7864959.stm Three men accused of murdering South African reggae singer Lucky Dube have gone on trial in Johannesburg. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:21:00 GMT http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090201/ENTERTAINMENT02/902010309 Hundreds headed out to catch Reggae sensation SOJA, or Soldiers of Jah Army, during an outdoor concert at Yigo Amusement Park on Jan. 18. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:19:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=5587 MIRAMAR - Anthony B is back with another album for Greensleeves Records. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:17:00 GMT http://www.stuff.co.nz/4834836a1860.html UB40 long-time lead singer Ali Campbell is promising Kiwi reggae fans his new band is even better than the legendary UK group he fronted for 28 years. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:14:00 GMT http://www.onepaper.com/stthomasvi/?v=d&i=&s=Arts%2FEntertainment:Movies%2FTV&p=1223614639 St. John Film Society Free Movie Night Presents 'Africa Unite'/Date and Venue Changed Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:12:00 GMT http://top40-charts.com/news/RnB/Revival-Reggae-Sundays-Announces-Free-Black-History-Month-Events/45865.html Revival Reggae Sundays Announces Free Black History Month Events Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:10:00 GMT http://www.petaluma360.com/article/20090201/COMMUNITY/902010221/1377/COMMUNITY0304?Title=Reggae_tour_comes_to_town Groundation brings its classic roots music to the Mystic Theatre Monday, Feb. 9 as part of its ninth annual tribute to Bob Marley Tour. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:08:00 GMT http://www.times.co.nz/cms/arts/arts_news/2009/02/legend_is_to_be_honoured.php THE sons of reggae legend Bob Marley, Ziggy and Stephen, will be welcomed to New Zealand at a special powhiri at Auckland Museum this Thursday. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:06:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090201T230000-0500_145603_OBS_REGGAE_MONTH_LAUNCHED_.asp The church service to officially launch Reggae Month was held yesterday at the Fellowship Tabernacle in Kingston, under a rather interesting theme, 'Reggae to di worl'. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:05:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090131T220000-0500_145555_OBS_REGGAE_MONTH_AND_THE_JAMAICA_REGGAE_INDUSTRY_ASSN_.asp For the second year, today in Jamaica, February 1, the month-long celebrations of the emergence and worldwide impact of Reggae and its accompanying culture begins with three main events. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:02:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090201/ent/ent1.html United States President Barack Obama seems to have fulfilled the theme of Bob Marley's Black Man Redemption, governing a country which once treated blacks as second-rate human beings. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:04:00 GMT http://allafrica.com/stories/200901300255.html Banjul — The Gambia's international reggae heart-throb, Singateh aka Freaky Joe has continued to make headways in his ongoing tour of the United States and Canada. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:02:00 GMT http://www.sowetan.co.za/News/Article.aspx?id=928597 The UK-based reggae legend, Eddy Grant, is in the country to perform at a concert next month. Grant has a date with fans at the Sun City Superbowl on February 28. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090129T190000-0500_145454_OBS_NUFF_LOVE_FOR_LUTAN_FYAH_S_AFRICA__.asp The spirit of brotherhood and harmony that engulfed the well-attended launch of Lutan Fyah's latest set, Africa, speaks volume of the esteem that this fresh voice of roots rock reggae's currently enjoys from his peers and fans alike. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:58:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090129T190000-0500_145452_OBS_EMES_TO_HONOUR__FRIENDS_OF_REGGAE__ROLE_MODELS.asp When the Excellence in Music & Entertainment (EME) awards are presented come February 5 at the Gardens of the Jamaica Pegasus hotel, special tributes will be paid to two categories of entertainment notables. Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:54:00 GMT http://www.sflcn.com/story.php?id=5570 KINGSTON, Jamaica - In-keeping with the observance of national Reggae Month and the anniversary of the birth of reggae icon, the Honourable Robert (Bob) Nesta Marley O.M, ... Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:14:00 GMT http://www.times-standard.com/entertainment/ci_11579765 Maxi Priest has been tagged with the title “The King of Lovers Rock.” He is an artist who spans the whole genre of reggae. His soulful take on it has earned him number one spots on the Billboard, gold albums and a Grammy Nomination. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:09:00 GMT http://www.watoday.com.au/news/entertainment/music/keeping-reggae-alive/2009/01/29/1232818613848.html A new generation embraces the legacy of the legendary Bob Marley, writes Bruce Elder. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:07:00 GMT http://www.westernherald.com/?p=3513 He was a global music-making sensation who stood for peace and offered the world a message of tolerance. He once said “My music will go on forever,” and now, almost 30 years after his death, Bob Marley’s influence has persisted on that journey of “forever.” Wed, 28 Jan 2009 20:21:00 GMT http://www.orlandosentinel.com/entertainment/music/orl-musicspo30-the-wailers-exodus,0,2273605.story Don't Miss: The Wailers Perform 'Exodus' Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:51:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090127/ent/ent1.html A YEAR ago, Delroy Roberts was struggling to get his Inspire Records off the ground by shopping the fledgling company's debut album to reluctant distributors. Now, that album, Revelation, by singer Little Hero, is sitting pretty atop Billboard Magazine's Reggae Chart. Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:50:00 GMT http://www.watoday.com.au/entertainment/touch-of-jamaican-lifts-reggae-festivalgoers-spirits-20090127-7qc9.html A sea of cultures came together at this weekend's Raggamuffin festival, but for one day everyone became a little Jamaican. Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:48:00 GMT http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/news/whatson/raggamuffin-festival-2009/2009/01/26/1232818326440.html Raggamuffin festival 2009 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:45:00 GMT http://www.bendbulletin.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090123/AE/901230316/1002/NEWS01&nav_category=NEWS01 As musicians around the world co-opt the pulse and personality of reggae and blend it with their own styles — think Jack Johnson, DJ Diplo or Daddy Yankee — it will be increasingly important for tradition-minded artists to continue spreading the genre’s core messages of love, social justice and praise for the Rastafari god Jah. Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:42:00 GMT http://www.trinidadexpress.com/index.pl/article_news?id=161428900 IN AN effort to bring reggae music into San Fernando Carnival for the first time this year, a committee has organised a nightly concert at Secrets Carpark, Prince Charles Street, San Fernando, from February 20-24. Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:40:00 GMT http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/life/stories/2009/01/18/1A_MESSAGE_SIDE_BAR.ART_ART_01-18-09_E2_LNCHGDC.html?sid=101 Ivy Chevers didn't wait long to apply her education to the real world. Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:39:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090118/ent/ent1.html A large plant disguised the small 13-year-old figure striking the keyboards to Pluto Shervington's Ram Goat Liver at the popular Sundays on the Bay in Miami, Florida in 1995. The audience was oblivious that the youngster strumming the melody had snuck into the venue. Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:31:00 GMT http://www.star-ecentral.com/news/story.asp?file=/2009/1/18/music/3035404&sec=music Bob Marley’s legacy in music is fantastically carried on by the many children he fathered. Sat, 17 Jan 2009 14:51:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090117/features/features2.html The soft-spoken, six-pack-bearing Ky-mani Marley burst on to the scene in 1996, covering some of his father's songs on his first album Like Father Like Son. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:54:00 GMT http://www.guampdn.com/article/20090116/LIFESTYLE/901160323 Reggae fans are in for a treat this weekend as world-renowned recording artists SOJA, or Soldiers of Jah Army, return to Guam for an outdoor concert this weekend at the Yigo Amusement Park. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:53:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090114T230000-0500_144860_OBS_ABIGAIL_HAMILTON_SINGS_REGGAE_GOSPEL.asp Look out for 19-year-old Abigail Hamilton when they parade the young stars of reggae/gospel later this year. A virtual unknown, Abigal not only has the talent, but she has been studying music, majoring in voice, at the Edna Manley School of the Visual and Performing Arts to improve her professionalism. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:51:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090114T230000-0500_144862_OBS_A_REGGAE__QUEEN__IS_CROWNED.asp When Queen Ifrica came out blazing in 2007 with a firestorm of scorching melodies, she hoped her inspired composi-tions would set alight the proverbial walls of Jericho and secure for her a place in reggae's kingdom and in the hearts of the people. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:49:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090116/ent/ent1.html It says a lot about an artiste when he can release a 'simpler' version of a Grammy award-winning album and it sounds even more soulful than the original. Musician Stephen Marley has done just that with the release of Mind Control Acoustic. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:46:00 GMT http://www.ballinaadvocate.com.au/storydisplay.cfm?storyid=3793665 BALLINA will be moving to a reggae beat on Australia Day, with the town providing a lifeline to the Raggamuffin Reggae festival which had been scheduled to be held in Byron Bay. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:44:00 GMT http://timesfreepress.com/news/2009/jan/14/commodores-wailers-added-riverbend-lineup/?breakingnews The Commodores and The Wailers, icons in the R&B and reggae music worlds, have been added to the Riverbend Festival 2009 lineup, according to festival officials. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:40:00 GMT http://www.pantagraph.com/articles/2009/01/15/go/doc496e3404a6d2a696112777.txt Bob Marley's gone, but the Wailers boogie on, straight to the BCPA Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:37:00 GMT http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article5516595.ece If the Prince of Wales has been having a hard time of it this week, what with Prince Harry’s “Paki” video and now the rumpus over his polo friend “Sooty”, perhaps he will be able to find consolation in one of his many Bob Marley CDs and a relaxing glass of rum. Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:01:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090113/ent/ent3.html THE THANKSGIVING service for songwriter Vincent 'Tata' Ford takes place this morning at the Webster Memorial church. The service is scheduled to start at 11:00. Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:59:00 GMT http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/gigswailers.html?17762 When The Wailers come to Milwaukee on Saturday, Jan. 17 to recreate the 1977 disc "Exodus" on stage at The Rave, bassist Aston "Family Man" Barrett will be the only musician onstage with links to the record that Time magazine called the most important album of the 20th century. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:17:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:12:00 GMT http://www.thestar.com/News/GlobalVoices/article/563716 Michael Franti’s newest single is called the "Obama Song." Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:09:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090110T180000-0500_144691_OBS_FRANCE_SAID_TO_BE_BIGGEST_REGGAE_COUNTRY_OUTSIDE_OF_JAMAICA_.asp Jamaican engineer and producer Sam Clayton Jr has been living in France long enough to know a lot of what's happening there, especially in the music industry. So when Clayton Jr, during a recent visit to Jamaica, told us that France is reggae music's biggest market outside of Jamaica, he spoke with the authority of someone in the know. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:06:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090108T220000-0500_144620_OBS_TOP____VIDEOS_OF_____.asp The year 2008 saw an increase in the output of music videos. Video directors including Ras Kassa, Julia Braham, Jason 'Jay Will' Williams, Michael 'Ras Tingle' Tingling, Scorpio 21, Winston Mayhew, Nordia Rose, Rick Elgood and 13 Tribe were among the directors kept busy throughout the year working on several video related projects. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:59:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/magazines/Food/html/20090107T200000-0500_144556_OBS_NYAM_JAMAICA__CHEWS_UP__THE_COMPETITION.asp Nyam Jamaica - A Culinary Tour won the local category of the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards 2008 last month, securing a place in the upcoming 'Best in the World' competition. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:57:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090105/ent/ent1.html The thousands of Jamaicans who called Shaggy's bluff and turned out for the Shaggy and Friends concert held on the lawns of Jamaica House on Saturday night were treated to a seemingly endless line-up of quality performances, crowned by those from Elephant Man, soca-queen Alison Hinds and the man who dared people to come out and support the fund-raiser for the Bustamante Hospital for Children. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:55:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20090106T210000-0500_144530_OBS_REGGAE_PRESENTATION_AT_THE_INAUGURATION_BY_COCO_T__STEEL_PULSE_.asp "The genius of our fathers, is that they designed a system of government that can be changed. And we should take heart because we changed this country before...," - US President-elect Barack Obama. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:50:00 GMT http://www.unitedreggae.com/news/n444/010809/the-ultimate-peter-tosh-experience A must have for all reggae enthusiasts. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:47:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20090106/ent/ent1.html MUSIC BUFFS have long agreed that Bob Marley's No Woman No Cry is one of pop music's enduring songs. Its simple tone and message put it right up there with The Beatles' Hey Jude and Dylan's Like a Rolling Stone. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 17:16:00 GMT http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/12/31/NS9614VJHR.DTL No group did more to turn reggae into an international musical movement than the Wailers, who once again are taking the music into uncharted realms. Fri, 02 Jan 2009 17:14:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081230T230000-0500_144260_OBS_BOB_MARLEY_S_MENTOR___TATA___PASSES_AWAY_.asp Two years after the passing of Bob Marley's chief mentor, Mortimo Planno, another sage, who influenced the growth and development of reggae's most famous icon, 'Tata', died suddenly early Sunday morning. Tue, 30 Dec 2008 17:41:00 GMT http://allafrica.com/stories/200812300081.html His Excellency, Professor Dr Alhaji Yahya Jammeh, on Sunday, December 20th, received renowned reggae singer, Sizzla Kalonji, and his delegation at the Gambian leader's Juramba Farm in Kanilai. Mon, 29 Dec 2008 20:17:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum Mon, 29 Dec 2008 19:15:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081223/ent/ent1.html STEPHEN MARLEY'S Mind Control: Acoustic has debuted at number one on Billboard Magazine's Reggae Chart, ending a dismal year for Jamaican music on the trade publication's charts. Mon, 29 Dec 2008 19:11:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081227T180000-0500_144147_OBS_LEGENDARY_FILM_DIRECTOR_MUSIC_KINGPIN_DICKIE_JOBSON_PASSES_.asp As the pattern has been since the start of the year, so it is in closing with the passing of another legendary figure in the local entertainment fraternity. Mon, 29 Dec 2008 19:08:00 GMT http://www.eurweb.com/story/eur49683.cfm Like his brother Bob Marley, Booker is an inspirational singer/songwriter with the talent to create music that transcends all boundaries and unites kindred souls. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:49:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=17 Download Bob Marley calendar 2009 Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:19:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081218T220000-0500_143907_OBS_THE_FUTURE_OF_THE_REGGAE_ACADEMY_AWARDS.asp This is a personal statement and in no way reflects the views of the Recording Industry Association of Jamaica (RIAJam), its board of directors, or the Reggae Academy. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:17:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081218T220000-0500_143895_OBS_ANSEL_COLLINS_COMES_SINGING_ON_SOUNDS_OF_REGGAE_.asp Ansel Collins' claim to fame is as the keyboardist featured along with vocalist Dave Barker on international smash Double Barrel, which in 1971 scaled the Jamaican and British charts. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:16:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081216T000000-0500_143839_OBS__B_TOP_LOCAL_ACTS_FOR_SHAGGY_S_CHARITY_SHOW__B_.asp An impressive slate of local artistes has so far signed on to perform for Shaggy and Friends - the charity show set for January 3, with proceeds set to benefit the Bustamante Children's Hospital in Kingston. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:14:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=1916 The dynamic DJ/singer duo Suga Roy & Conrad Crystal has once again found a winner. One of Reggae's longest, most consistent duos has teamed up with hitmaker Gyptian for the remake of the Culture classic, 'Jah Jah See Dem A Come'. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:13:00 GMT http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,24826680-5006009,00.html?from=public_rss THE Raggamuffin music festival has had to move its event from Byron Bay after the local council delayed approving their development application for more than four months. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:12:00 GMT http://www.unitedreggae.com/news/n436/121908/a-third-album-for-tarrus-riley Tarrus Riley is working on his new album scheduled for March 2009. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:11:00 GMT http://www.nashvillecitypaper.com/news.php?viewStory=64895 No less an authoritative figure than Bob Marley dubbed Dennis Brown “the Crown Prince of Reggae,” and throughout an extraordinary career that began at age 13, he was arguably the genre’s finest pure singer. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:34:00 GMT http://www.nme.com/news/bob-marley/41755 The Wailers will hit the road in 2009 Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:01:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:00:00 GMT http://www.fifa.com/worldfootball/news/newsid=979405.html?cid=rssfeed&att= Jamaica were crowned champions of the Caribbean sub-region for the fourth time, beating Grenada 2-0 at home in Kingston yesterday. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:31:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/sports/html/20081214T210000-0500_143753_OBS__SPEEDSTAR__BOLT_LAUNCHES_SUN_ISLAND_CLOTHING_LINE.asp WINNING three Olympic gold medals and being crowned the IAAF's Male Athlete of the Year do not seem enough for Jamaican sprint sensation Usain Bolt. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:27:00 GMT http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/article5336932.ece The legendary musicians Sly and Robbie on why they will toast the Bard's controversial link with Jamaica Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:25:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081212T190000-0500_143683_OBS_REGGAE_JAMMIN_VOL___SINGERS__ROLL_CALL.asp Although there is definitely a deejay presence on the Tad Dawkins-produced Reggae Jammin Volume 1 - Lady Saw, Beenie Man, Vybz Kartel, Anthony B, D'Angel and Aidonia - it's really the singers who dominate. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:22:00 GMT http://www.caribbeanworldnews.com/entertainment_one.php?sid=1462&a=2&cut=301&ad=entertainment CARIBPR Wire, NEW YORK, NY, Fri. Dec. 12, 2008: Jewish singer, Matisyahu, who has risen to fame for his unique blend of traditional Jewish themes with reggae, rock and hip hop, is set to make his Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival debut. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:21:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081209T220000-0500_143533_OBS__B_BYRON_LEE___THE_DRAGONAIRES__FEMALE_LEAD_SINGER_FOR_CHILDREN___B_.asp Although she is not listed among the artistes booked to perform at the Food for the Poor/Golden Promotions' Command Performance, Children for Charity fundraiser, on December 14, Byron Lee & The Dragonaires female lead singer, Ashley Martin, will be the opening act for the internationally acclaimed duo Air Supply. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:18:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081208T190000-0500_143484_OBS_THE_REGGAE_ACADEMY_AWARDS__WHAT_S_NEXT___ASKS_PRODUCER_JOSEF_BOGDANOVICH.asp In February of this year despite a few (not too obvious) glitches, the Recording Industry Association of Jamaica staged what for me was a very successful beginning for the Reggae Academy Awards. The foregoing assertion is certainly demanding of definition and context. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:13:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081209/ent/ent1.html CALL IT a royal affair. Sons of reggae king Bob Marley will be sharing 'a joint' with American jazz icon Nat King Cole in a project set for release early next year. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:11:00 GMT http://www.miamiherald.com/entertainment/music/top-story/story/813185.html Musician Stephen Marley, who carries on his father's legacy from his Ghetto Youth studio and home in South Miami, has just released an acoustic version of Mind Control, his Grammy winning 2007 solo debut. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:09:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081211T220000-0500_143640_OBS__B_WRITER_WINS_COPYRIGHT_CASE_AGAINST_MARLEY_ESTATE__STUDIO_ONE__B_.asp A landmark ruling yesterday transferred the lyrical copyright of the song Hooligans from Bob Marley and Studio One to Shirley Maynier Burke - the mother of politician Paul Burke, who took on two of the biggest names in Reggae and won. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:07:00 GMT http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/content/entertainment/arts_entertainment/epaper/2007/02/10/0211ziggyqa.html?cxtype=rss&cxsvc=7&cxcat=0 Best Reggae Album nominee: Ziggy Marley, Love Is My Religion Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:06:00 GMT http://www.tmz.com/2008/12/08/man-left-high-and-dry-over-bob-marleys-guitar/ Bob Marley's prized guitar was set to be auctioned off at Christie's in November -- which was a complete surprise to the guy who claims ownership. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:46:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081208/letters/letters6.html This is what most persons unfamiliar with the genres of Jamaican music will think, not realising that reggae (which has a more laid back vibe, less beats per minute and more instruments) is different, much different from her egotistical mutant spawn, dancehall. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:44:00 GMT http://www.tropicalfete.com/fusion_news/fullnews.php?id=1888 New York, NY: Danglin, the US-based reggae singer and songwriter who is creating quite a stir with leaks of his single "Heavenly Father" is back in Jamaica this week to shoot the music video this blazing new single. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:42:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/sports/html/20081206T210000-0500_143430_OBS_MCKENZIE__MARTIN_TOP_REGGAE_MARATHON.asp Local athletes took the spotlight at the eighth Reggae Marathon in Negril, Westmoreland yesterday. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:40:00 GMT http://www.jis.gov.jm/information/html/20081206T120000-0500_17703_JIS_REGGAE_FILM_FESTIVAL_SET_FOR_FEBRUARY_2009.asp Come February 2009, the Jamaica Film Academy (JFA), through the Ministry of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports (MICYS), will host the second annual Reggae Film Festival, at Emancipation Park, in Kingston. Sat, 06 Dec 2008 12:36:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum Sat, 06 Dec 2008 12:23:00 GMT http://www.antimusic.com/news/08/dec/04Anthony_B_Live_At_Reggae_Rising.shtml The Real Revolutionary, the Dancehall King, the Spiritual Warrior... Anthony B presents a stunning performance at the 1st Annual Reggae Rising Music Festival in Humboldt County, California. Available on DVD January 20, 2009. Thue, 02 Dec 2008 11:00:00 GMT http://www.jis.gov.jm/foreign_affairs/html/20081130T140000-0500_17625_JIS_FILM_CHRONICLING_DEVELOPMENT_OF_REGGAE_MUSIC_TO_BE_SCREENED_IN_NEW_YORK.asp 'Made In Jamaica', a feature film chronicling the development of reggae music, will enjoy special billing during the 16th annual African Diaspora Film Festival (ADFF), in New York City in the United States of America, from November 28 to December 16. Thue, 02 Dec 2008 10:58:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/sports/html/20081128T200000-0500_143144_OBS_HI_TECH_REGGAE_MARATHON_RUNS_OFF_NEXT_WEEKEND_.asp Physical effort will carry participants across the Reggae Marathon finish line next Saturday morning in Long Bay, Negril, Westmoreland, but the technology that underpins the event will also play a role. Thue, 02 Dec 2008 10:54:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081130T200000-0500_143205_OBS_CEN_C_LOVE___REPRESENTING_THE_SECOND_GENERATION_.asp It is the season of the musical passing of the baton, and increasingly the offspring of reggae/ dancehall artistes are stepping on the stage to represent. One such artiste is female singer Cen'C Love (pronounced Sin-See), the daughter of the reggae icon Bunny Wailer, founding member of Bob Marley and The Wailers. Thue, 02 Dec 2008 10:50:00 GMT http://www.independent.co.uk/news/obituaries/rob-partridge-head-of-press-at-island-records-who-made-a-legend-of-bob-marley-1040280.html When Bob Marley performed at the One Love Peace Concert in Kingston, Jamaica, in April 1978, forcing together the hands of the island's leading politicians, popular music finally seemed to bridge social and economic quandaries. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:55:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:16:00 GMT http://www.jamaicans.com/news/announcements/Top-03062008-30.shtml This is Buju's only performance in Jamaica this year and any fan who wishes to see him has to come to It's A Reggaelution, wait until next year or fly to Europe. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:12:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/westernnews/html/20081126T220000-0500_143076_OBS_RAS_ASTOR_UNVEILS__REGGAE_IN_THE_SUN__NEXT_WEEK.asp Popular western maverick Ras Astor Black, has planned a series of lunch-hour concerts aimed at promoting the cultural offerings of Trelawny and Brand Jamaica. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:06:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081128/business/business2.html For years the name Chris Blackwell has been synonymous with music, revered for developing such internationally acclaimed Reggae artistes like Bob Marley, Jimmie Cliff among others. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:57:00 GMT http://www.unitedreggae.com/news/n416/112608/reggae-sunsplash-relaunched-festival-set-for-florida-and-brazil The 2009-2010 Reggae Sunspalsh Music Festival will be celebrating its proud legacy with star studded festivals in Florida, and Brazil. Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:54:00 GMT http://www.unitedreggae.com/news/n414/112508/reggae-film-festival-2009-call-for-entries The second Reggae Film Festival will be held in 2009 for the Reggae Month Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:51:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081125/ent/ent3.html Ziggy Marley, Mexican-American rock band Los Lobos, singer/guitarist Ben Harper and African singer Angelique Kidjo worked on the album Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:48:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081125/ent/ent2.html REGGAE GREATS Bob Marley and Toots Hibbert are included in Rolling Stone magazine's list of 100 Greatest Singers, which is the focus of its special November issue. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:46:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:40:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081113T230000-0500_142576_OBS_JR_GONG__JULIAN_RECORDING_NEW_ALBUMS_AT_TUFF_GONG.asp Gold selling artistes Damian 'Jr Gong' Marley and Julian Marley are both in the studio recording upcoming albums. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:37:00 GMT http://www.expressnightout.com/content/2008/11/snagfilms_friday_africa_unite.php THE DOCUMENTARY FILM "Africa Unite" isn't yet another recycled Bob Marley artifact trotted out to celebrate an anniversary and cash more checks. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:34:00 GMT http://www.tennessean.com/article/20081111/TUNEIN/811110307/1005/RSS04 East Tennessee would seem an unlikely place to spawn Bob Marley aficionados. No beach, no tides, and the accent is quite dissimilar from what you'd hear in Jamaica. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:34:00 GMT http://undercover.com.au/News-Story.aspx?id=6841 In one of those bittersweet twists, the voice of UB40 Ali Campbell will join the Raggamuffin lineup, replacing an injured Stephen Marley. Thue, 11 Nov 2008 09:06:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081110/ent/ent1.html At a time when one group of Jamaican artistes are being labelled as crime catalysts, the work of another group of musicians is being used to uplift Jamaica. Thue, 11 Nov 2008 09:01:00 GMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/prweb/20081110/bs_prweb/prweb1588594_3 On Saturday November 15th, Judah Tribe reggae band will release the controversial single "Judgment". The highly anticipated song was written in tribute to Sean Bell, killed by NYPD officers. Thue, 11 Nov 2008 08:59:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081110/flair/flair7.html On December 6, Negril will be invaded by marathon runners for the eighth annual Reggae Marathon. Thue, 11 Nov 2008 08:52:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:16:00 GMT http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7711767.stm The BBC's African Perspective programme is investigating what life is like for some of an estimated 20 million Africans who live in the diaspora. Nick Davis in Kingston finds out what made some Africans voluntarily make the former slave island of Jamaica their home. Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:13:00 GMT http://www.contactmusic.com/news.nsf/article/byron%20lee%20dead%20at%2073_1086029 Iconic Jamaican bandleader and producer BYRON LEE has lost his battle with cancer at the age of 73. Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:08:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081104/ent/ent1.html AN AMERICAN show promoter has sued legendary reggae band The Wailers to recover US$2 million in concert fees he claims it owes him. Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081109/ent/ent7.html And that eventually took him to the 1980 Zimbabwe Independence Concert with Bob Marley and the Wailers. It was, however, a connection that went way back. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 20:20:00 GMT http://www.bobke.be/ForumNed/viewforum.php?f=37 New free reggae music on the forum. Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:06:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081029T020000-0500_141913_OBS_BIG_NAMES_FOR_REGGAE_SUNSPLASH_FESTIVALS_IN_FLORIDA__BRAZIL_NEXT_YEAR.asp The 2009-2010 Reggae Sunsplash music festival will be celebrating its proud legacy with star-studded festivals in Florida, and Brazil in 2009 to 2010. Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:00:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081031/cleisure/cleisure2.html In the broader sweep of things, US$2 million is not a lot of money - even for a relatively poor country like Jamaica. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:58:00 GMT http://www.thereggaeboyz.com/ Read all about the Jamaican soccer team. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:53:00 GMT http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7684983.stm It is a simple kind of trade but one that is increasingly concerning police in the Caribbean: guns for drugs. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:48:00 GMT http://www.sun-sentinel.com/features/lifestyle/sfl-aa19pplmarleysboct19,0,5359458.story Bob Marley's granddaughter Donisha Prendergast blazes in wearing a Marley T-shirt, red, green and gold earrings, and a smile that could light up any room. The 23-year-old South Floridian delves right into conversation about her latest project. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:41:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081024/sports/sports6.html THE JAMDAMMERS Running Club in the Corporate Area has added another component to this year's Reggae Marathon to be staged in Negril on December 6. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:30:00 GMT http://www.mercurynews.com/breakingnews/ci_10726503?nclick_check=1 The board of the Del Mar Fairgrounds has approved pat-down searches at reggae concerts following complaints about marijuana and tobacco use during a Ziggy Marley show earlier this year at the San Diego County Fair. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:17:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081027/letters/letters1.html Our great song writer and poet, Bob Marley, spoke to emancipating ourselves from mental slavery. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:14:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081023T220000-0500_141680_OBS_M_ORI_REGGAE_ARTISTE_FILMS__A_GIFT_OF_THANK_YOU_TO_BOB_MARLEY.asp Gold-selling reggae artiste, Ruia, recently came to Jamaica to film a Bob Marley documentary for the Maori of New Zealand. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:11:00 GMT http://www.rockymountainnews.com/news/2008/oct/23/the-wailers-to-perform-bob-marleys-exodus-at/ The Wailers are returning to the Ogden Theatre, this time performing the legendary Bob Marley album Exodus in its entirety. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:06:00 GMT http://www.pr.com/press-release/112063 "In Search of Rastafari: A Soul's Journey" is a ninety minute documentary produced by Scarlett Media. Thue, 28 Oct 2008 12:01:00 GMT http://www.thecelebritycafe.com/features/20937.html A new book about Bob Marley Sa, 11 Oct 2008 15:16:00 GMT http://www.kymani-marley.com/ Ky-Mani Marley's site Sa, 11 Oct 2008 14:55:00 GMT http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=103333551 MySpace music profile for Julian "JuJu" Marley with tour dates, songs, videos, pictures, blogs, band information, downloads and more Sa, 11 Oct 2008 14:50:00 GMT http://www.ritamarleyfoundation.org/ The Rita Marley Foundation is a non-governmental, not-for-profit, non-partisan organization founded in 2000. Its operations are based on the principles of love and compassion. Sa, 11 Oct 2008 14:48:00 GMT http://www.xnewsjamaica.com/content/home/detail.asp?iData=1908&iCat=327&iChannel=2&nChannel=Articles The I-Tree (Marcia Griffiths, Rita Marley, Judith Mowatt) which provided backing vocals for Bob Marley and the Wailers, will regroup to put in a special ... Sa, 11 Oct 2008 13:11:00 GMT http://www.etaiwannews.com/etn/news_content.php?id=760080 Reggae singer Ziggy Marley is 40. Sa, 11 Oct 2008 13:08:00 GMT http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=45671826 MySpace music profile for Ziggy Marley with tour dates, songs, videos, pictures, blogs, band information, downloads and more Sa, 11 Oct 2008 13:02:00 GMT http://www.ziggymarley.com/ For the month of October if you sign-up for Ziggy's Newsletter OR update your information, you become eligible to win a signed "Love is My Religion" Live DVD. Ten will be given away. Sa, 11 Oct 2008 13:00:00 GMT http://www.news.com.au/perthnow/story/0,21598,24430977-5005364,00.html ZIGGY Marley, Eddy Grant, Stephen Marley, Shaggy, Arrested Development and Inner Circle will perform at Raggamuffin next year. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:37:00 GMT http://www.cjfw.ca/news/music/80/803916 Kenny Chesney's soon-to-be-released album is off to a great start with his debut single, "Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven," topping the country charts this week. The singer recruited Bob Marley's band, The Wailers, to join him in the video and on the album version of the song, something Chesney told us made a huge difference in the end result. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:25:00 GMT http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/lifestyle/html/20081007T220000-0500_141070_OBS_THE__MYSTERY__WAILER__JOINS_THOSE__GONE_BEFORE.as Singer Cherry 'Smith' Green, dubbed the "Mystery Wailer" by no lesser authority than Bunny Wailer, has gone to join the other departed members of the most famous reggae group ever. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:00:00 GMT http://www.examiner.com/x-1092-Carribbean-Travel-Examiner~y2008m10d6-Satisfy-your-soul Say what? A Marley Hotel and Spa in the Bahamas? Yes, it’s true. One would think if there was ever a resort dedicated to the reggae master himself, the honorable Bob Marley, you would kind of expect it to be in his homeland of Jamaica. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:55:00 GMT http://www.news.com.au/travel/story/0,26058,24459080-28017,00.html THE large gates swung open to reveal a small, friendly Rastafarian man, who introduced himself as Fuzzy, my tour guide. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:50:00 GMT http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5ieu8OR-SfpwSYJfBK2STMmB8WBuw Nigeria will re-name streets after music legends Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and Bob Marley, as well as Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, a minister said on Wednesday. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:40:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081001/ent/ent1.html THE WORLD-FAMOUS archives of reggae historian Roger Steffens is once again up for sale, after negotiations between him and Jamaican interests fell through. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:40:00 GMT http://www.news.com.au/travel/story/0,23483,24459501-28017,00.html?from=public_rss FORGET Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell; there is only one national hero in Jamaica and that is Robert Nesta Marley. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:30:00 GMT http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20081007/ent/ent2.html Bob Marley was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994.