Adidja Azim Palmer was born on 07 Jan 1976 and raised in the Waterford district of Jamaica. Kartel was only 12 when he released his first single, "Fat Women," under the name Adi Banton. In 1996, he formed Vibes Cartel with his friends Mr. … [Read more...] about BLESSED EARTH STRONG TO “VYBZ KARTEL”
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BLESSED EARTH STRONG TO SISTER NANCY
Ophlin Russell was born on 02 January 1962 in Kingston, Jamaica and was one of 15 siblings. Her elder brother, Robert, is better known as Brigadier Jerry, and by her mid-teens, she would occasionally perform on the Twelve Tribes of Israel … [Read more...] about BLESSED EARTH STRONG TO SISTER NANCY
BLESSED EARTH STRONG TO FREDDIE MCKAY
Freddie McKay was born on 01 Jan 1947 in Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica and is regarded as one of the most soulful singers to come out of Jamaica. McKay first recorded for producer Prince Buster in 1967, his first hit coming the same year … [Read more...] about BLESSED EARTH STRONG TO FREDDIE MCKAY
BLESSED EARTH STRONG TO “ALPHA BLONDY”
Seydou Koné was born on 01 Jan 1953 in Dimbokro, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), first son of a family of eight children and grew up part of the Jula tribe in Dimbokro. He spent his youth moving toward what seemed like a promising career in … [Read more...] about BLESSED EARTH STRONG TO “ALPHA BLONDY”
REGGAE ARTISTS LOST IN 2021
2021 has been a rough year for the arts. Following is a list of some of the Reggae greats that have departed. We pause to reflect and give thanks for their art and legacy. Give thanks for life every day... U-Roy (1942-1921) Bunny … [Read more...] about REGGAE ARTISTS LOST IN 2021