Tag Archives: Jamaica

Rita Marley birthday celebration to highlight legacy, philanthropy | Entertainment

[ad_1] The Bob Marley Group of Companies will mark the 78th birthday of Rita Marley with a special celebration dubbed ‘Love Iyah ‘78’. The list of birthday activities for the ‘First Lady of Reggae’, co-founder of Tuff Gong International and global humanitarian, will culminate with a a star-studded concert, produced by Tuff Gong and recorded […]

‘Look What Fell Out De Mango Tree’ heading to St James | Entertainment

[ad_1] Award-winning writer and performer Debra Ehrhardt is partnering with Half Moon to bring her Look What Fell Out De Mango Tree to St James. The play will be performed at the Half Moon Conference Centre on Sunday, August 4 at 4 p.m. as part of Roots, Rum, Jamaica, Half Moon’s 70th anniversary event set […]

Nevada judge sets deadline in Keefe D bail bid | Entertainment

[ad_1] LAS VEGAS (AP): Sparks flew in court Tuesday as a Nevada judge rebuked a defence attorney and an ailing former Los Angeles-area gang leader lashed out against prosecutors during his renewed effort to be freed from jail to house arrest ahead of his trial in the 1996 killing of hip-hop legend Tupac Shakur. Clark […]

‘Black Girl in the Ring’ triumphs at GATFFEST | Entertainment

[ad_1] The Saeed Thomas and Joshua Paul-directed Black Girl in the Ring swept an impressive six awards at this year’s GATFFEST. This compelling narrative, which follows a teenage Nanny of the Maroon orchestrating a daring escape from slavery with her brothers, has been celebrated as a testament to Jamaica’s rich history, the power of women, […]

Red Bull Culture Clash returns to Jamaica November 2 | Entertainment

[ad_1] Following a five-year hiatus, the Red Bull Culture Clash makes its triumphant return to Jamaica on November 2 at the National Arena in Kingston. Four teams, each assembled by some of the region’s best artistes, emcees, disc jocks, and producers, face off in a thrilling battle to win over the crowd. Red Bull Culture […]

Bunny Wailer’s estate celebrates Supreme Court ruling, Amazon deal | Entertainment

[ad_1] Following a three-year litigation battle, the Bunny Wailer Estate has finally received the green light by the Supreme Court of Jamaica to initiate the process of administration following the passing of Neville O’Riley ‘Bunny’ Livingston on March 2, 2021. On June 28, the court ruled in favour of Bunny Wailer’s 13 children being recognised […]

Last original member of the Four Tops has died | Entertainment

[ad_1] The final surviving member of the Four Tops – Abdul ‘Duke’ Fakir – has died aged 88. He passed away at his home in Detroit, Michigan, on Monday morning, according to the Detroit Free Press, with heart failure reportedly the cause of death. His family said in a statement about how his death came […]

Nigy Boy makes Sumfest debut | Entertainment

[ad_1] WESTERN BUREAU: In the heart of St James lies Flankers, a community often overshadowed by its reputation for crime and violence. Yet, from these very streets many talented entertainers have emerged. Artistes such as Nigy Boy, Tommy Lee Sparta, Marvin the Dancer, the Merital Family, Jah Cure, Shaniel Muir, and Jimbo are all from […]

Lauryn Hill saves int’l appeal at Sumfest | Entertainment

[ad_1] For the first time since the elimination of International Night at Reggae Sumfest, the festival sought to reignite that tradition with the inclusion of American singer and songwriter Babyface. While for the audience at Catherine Hall the Whip Appeal singer’s 75-minute set was exactly what the doctor ordered, for both the media and fans […]