In 1838, slavery was abolished in the British West Indies. It was the end of an over 300-year policy, practice, and business of enslaving Africans to work on the sugar plantations on …
This series of articles about Jamaican musicians continues with information about Sean Paul, Judy Mowatt, Linton Kwesi Johnson and the Mighty Diamonds. 35. Dutty Rock – Sean Paul – 2002 – …
In this issue I share information about 6 of the artistes in the 58 albums which are the works of pioneers in our rich musical history. 1,000 Volts of Holt – …
This week I continue to share thoughts on the 58 albums by the greats who have contributed to the development of our music. 45. Tease Me – Chaka Demus & Pliers …
In this issue I continue the list of 58 albums which are the works of pioneers in our rich musical history. 51. Where There is Life – Luciano – 1995 – …
Last edition I outlined what went into my choosing 58 albums which are the works of pioneers who opened doors for other Jamaican musicians but who may not have had commercial …
The idea of examining the global impact and influence of Jamaica’s music, since independence, has always been high on my agenda, as I firmly believe that our musical legacy has been …
Last week I examined the state of Jamaica’s football. Now, I make my recommendations for improvement. The ‘degarrisonization’ of Jamaica’s football. As indicated last week, FIFA has mandated that the governance …
Sunday, November 16, 1997; June 14, 1998 and May 10, 2015 are dates that all local football fans should have indelibly imprinted on their minds. The nil all draw versus Mexico …
“The most disastrous aspect of colonization which you are the most reluctant to release from your mind is their colonization of the image of God” — Dr. Frances Cress-Welsing I had …
The murder of George Floyd by police in America and subsequent global protests have brought into sharp focus, the “heroes” that built the modern world globally. The life and work of …
