Issue 12 of the Global Reggae Charts magazine is out now. This month we feature Etana – one of the well established female reggae artists, who’s wonderful new album “Reggae Forever” directly entered the album charts at #3. Additionally you will find a new chapter of the “Reggae Careers in the Internet Age” series, this […]
A new Jamaican drama series written & produced by D.S.E. Jamaica Directed by Kush Asher Starring Donisha Prendergast, zBek and Joel Young-Sang “Childhood friends reconnect and an old flame is re-ignited. He is trying to make a name for himself in the Kingston, she is content with her comfortable country life in Portland. Will he […]
Island Stage is giving away 2 pair (4 tickets) to Kaya Fest 2018!!!! Here is your chance to WIN!!!!! Send e-mail to : ads@island-stage.com and tell us what the 40th anniversary of Bob Marley’s album “KAYA” means to you. E-mails will be accepted until midnight on Friday, April 20th and winners will be announced on […]
Cover photo: Caribbean Rumble Champions 3 Sevens (MC Panther and Selector Federal) pose with promoter Garfield “Chin” Bourne following victory. Flair Lindsey April 2018 — New York, New York — The first ever Caribbean Rumble went out with a bang just as dawn approached on the beautiful island of Antigua on Easter Sunday, April 1, […]
MATISYAHU AND STEPHEN MARLEY JOIN FORCES FOR ‘STRENGH TO STRENGTH’ TOUR KICKING OFF MAY 30, 2018 GRAMMY-nominated artist Matisyahu has announced his 2018 Strength To Strength Tour alongside reggae powerhouse Stephen Marley. Fresh from his Forest of Faith Tour, Matisyahu continues a blistering run of dates that began in 2017 with the Broken Crowns Tour. […]
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Review by Jen Cheshire for Island Stage Magazine Mellow Mood’s latest album ‘Large’ is an album full of social comment, with subjects ranging from fake news to consumerism, and a little ‘broken hearts’ and ‘self-pity’ thrown in the mix. Mellow Mood is an Italian band fronted by twins Jacopo and Lorenzo Garzia. The band […]
As the anticipation continues to build surrounding the release of international reggae artist Kabaka Pyramids’ debut album, Kontraband; here comes the release of a third single titled “Kaught Up”. A different vibe from his first two tracks, Cant Breathe and Borders, Kabaka gives us a more romantic side, something the ladies can enjoy and appreciate. […]
Meal Kit Partnership Brings Marley Family Recipes and the Flavors of Jamaica Straight to Consumers’ Kitchens Around the Country Marley Kitchen and Chef’d, America’s first and only online meal kit marketplace, today announced a collaboration that gives consumers the opportunity to create family favorite recipes of the Marley’s right at home. Through this co-branded initiative, […]
The 11th issue of the Global Reggae Charts magazine is out now, and again we feature a rising star in this month’s issue; Micah Shemaiah. His album “Roots I Vision” directly made it to #2 on the album charts and convinced us to feature him on the front cover of the Global Reggae Charts magazine. […]
Interview by Maliika Walker Photos by Angela Kay Photography Etana is The Strong One. I remember when I witnessed seeing her image for the first time, the video for Wrong Address. I immediately was drawn to her soulful voice and have been a fan since that day ten years ago. Each album release brings forth […]
E a c h O n e T e a c h O n e -D E L U X E – March 16,2018 FEATURES 2 CDS 1 Remixed and Remastered Full-length album 2 Full album Dub versions (2-CDset) Re-issue of Groundation’s second album of original music recorded in 2000 which includes a second disc of the full album dub […]
NEW RELEASE “Love is in da House” Alerta Kamarada We invite all lovers of good Colombian music to the official release of the seventh album of Alerta Kamarada: “Love is in da House”. Alerta Kamarada has recently joined the Gotok Music roster and together with his new team, is committed to taking his music to […]
New York, New York — February 2018 — Sound clash’s premiere competition is celebrating 20 years at the top! The flagship Irish and Chin event has thrived as the super bowl of sound clash, exposing a vibrant element of Jamaican music and culture to audiences across the world since it’s launch in 1998. Starting with […]
Twentieth Century Fox Animation and Universal Music Group’s Polygram Entertainment are teaming up to develop a film based on the song catalogue of iconic artist and musician, Bob Marley, it was announced today by Fox Animation Co-Presidents, Andrea Miloro and Robert Baird. The project is being written and produced by Kenya Barris and intended to […]
International recording artist I-Octane has unveiled the cover art for his third full length album titled “Love & Life”. Produced under his own production company Conquer The Globe Productions, the long awaited album features 17 tracks with the addition of 2 bonus tracks when you pre-order the album. The seasoned artist latest musical runs the gamut of various genre infused to reggae […]
February 16th, 2018 is the 18th birthday of a new rising artist from Jamaica called Koffee. With two singles released and both of them charting in the top 10 of the Global Reggae Single Charts, it is an honor to feature her on the title page of the new Global Reggae Charts magazine. Happy Birthday, […]
Miami, Florida (February 15, 2018) – Fruit of Life Productions led by eight-time Grammy award winner Stephen Marley is excited to announce a renewed strategic partnership with OneRise Entertainment to produce the second annual Kaya Fest. Stephen Marley and David F. Alfonso co-founded the inaugural Kaya Fest held in Miami, Florida in April 2017. […]
Bloom Farms, a California cannabis company, has donated 1 million meals as part of its corporate social responsibility program. For every product purchased, Bloom Farms gives the equivalent of one meal to a state food bank. “Donating our one-millionth meal shows that we’re succeeding for our customers, who have purchased one million of our products […]
Colorado legislators are taking another spin through marijuana delivery regulations. A new bill aims to establish a marijuana delivery pilot program in the state, allowing for home-delivered medical and recreational cannabis. The language of House Bill 1092 is similar to some of the marijuana delivery provisions included in legislation proposed last year. They were scrapped after Colorado Gov. John […]
Aurora Cannabis Inc. has struck a friendly deal valued at $1.1 billion to buy rival licensed producer CanniMed Therapeutics Inc., ending a hostile takeover battle between the Canadian marijuana companies. “We are very pleased to have come to terms with CanniMed on this powerful strategic combination that will establish a best-in-class cannabis company with operations […]
Jen Cheshire The name Tony Clutcheye is a name I have seen around the reggae scene for some time but apart from his song “Everything About Jah” really didn’t know anything about him. Recently I was introduced to his inaugural album “My Story” and decided to find out who this talented artist is. Dennis […]
Cover Art designed by Ivan Debs & Danny Creatah PRESS RELEASE: Reggae Soulful Star Etana Reveals Album Cover and Track Listing of Forthcoming “REGGAE FOREVER” Album Kingston, Jamaica (MPR Consulting) – On the eve of taking part in twice Grammy nominated artist JBoog’s “L.O.E” (Love Over Everything) 2018 Tour which kicks off February 10th in California, […]
“STONY HILL is a reminder that reggae remains a potent pop force, especially when it’s in the hands of a master” – ROLLING STONE “(Damian Marley) continues to push reggae forward” – THE GUARDIAN New York, NY (January 29, 2018) – Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley is proud to receive a GRAMMY Awardfor Stony Hill […]
“Wake up and turn me loose,” Bob Marley sang on the title track of his classic album ‘Kaya,’ released exactly 40 years ago this spring. “Got to have Kaya now!” In celebration of this momentous anniversary, Stephen “Ragga” Marley’s Fruit of Life Productions will present the second annual Kaya Fest on April 28 and 29 […]
The new Global Reggae Charts magazine is out and brings a new special; the Annual Charts. As many other outlets, Global Reggae Charts present the best singles and albums in 2017, based on the voter data we collected throughout the year. Jesse Royal, who’s topped the album charts for three months straight, is this months featured artist. […]
A joint study by researchers at two U.S. universities and one in South America claims a reduction in the U.S.’s overall alcohol consumption appears directly related to the rise of medical marijuana laws recently enacted in a number of states. Presented by Michele Baggio, University of Connecticut, Storrs; Alberto Chong, Georgia State University, Atlanta and Universidad del Pacifico, Lima; and Sungoh Kwon, University of […]
HELENA — Medical marijuana cardholders in Montana have nearly tripled and the number of providers has increased by 17 percent since a 2016 ballot initiative and 2017 state Senate bill loosened restrictions, according to a report filed by a state agency. But the state totals are not an all-time high, no pun intended, as Montana […]
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A Democratic lawmaker wants to make it easier for Californians with marijuana convictions to reduce or erase their records as the state moves into the next phase of legalized pot. Assemblyman Rob Bonta, D-Oakland, introduced legislation on Tuesday that would require county courts to automatically expunge eligible records. It’s one of several […]
Legalizing marijuana nationwide would create at least $132 billion in tax revenue and more than a million new jobs across the United States in the next decade, according to a new study. New Frontier Data, a data analytics firm focused on the cannabis industry, forecasts that if legalized on the federal level, the marijuana industry […]
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