On May 5, 1494 the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus, under the auspices of the Spanish Crown, set foot on the island of Jamaica. The event occurred on his second voyage to the West Indies. He had heard about Xaymaca, from the Cubans … [Read more...] about MAY 5, 1494 – COLUMBUS SETS FOOT IN JAMAICA
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THIS WEEK IN REGGAE 08/03/19
- Blessed Love, One and All - THIS WEEK IN REGGAE: August 1, 1834 marked a special day for Africans in British colonies as it was the day they received freedom from slavery. In Jamaica, the Emancipation Declaration was read from the steps … [Read more...] about THIS WEEK IN REGGAE 08/03/19
BUJU BANTON CANCELED IN GENEVA
BUJU BANTON was booked to perform at the Border Splash Benefit Concert at the Geneva Arena, but the show was canceled last minute. He updated his fans on IG early Wednesday morning after learning about the show’s cancellation: Currently in … [Read more...] about BUJU BANTON CANCELED IN GENEVA
THIS WEEK IN REGGAE 06/29/19
- Blessed Love, One and All - THIS WEEK IN REGGAE: Swedish festival to host ALL-FEMALE lineup. BUJU BANTON partners with Supreme lifestyle brand. MAVADO new album in the works. POPCAAN and PM Holness break ground in St Thomas. MARCIA … [Read more...] about THIS WEEK IN REGGAE 06/29/19
SWEDISH FESTIVAL TO HOST ALL-FEMALE LINEUP
The Swedish annual ÖLAND ROOTS FESTIVAL, scheduled for July 10-13 on the Swedish island of Öland, will be an all-female reggae event. The lineup boasts: Marcia Griffiths, Koffee, Etana, Ikaya and Etana, from Jamaica, British singer Holly … [Read more...] about SWEDISH FESTIVAL TO HOST ALL-FEMALE LINEUP