Over the past two months, both Cecile and Kiprich have caused a major buzz on the airwaves and national TV with their new single ‘Come Back Tomorrow’ produced by The Champ & Natural Bridge Records. The classic throwback sound mixed with modern dancehall samples and grooves is becoming a radio hit. With catchy lyrics […]
Super-producer Damon Elliott (Grammy winner, son of the legendary Dionne Warwick and the super producer who helped catapult P!nk’s career with production on her albums “Missundaztood” and “Try This”) returns to the music world as solo recording artist NomaD and snags a nomination for ‘Best Break Out Artist’ for […]
Flair Lindsey June 2018 — Yokohama, Japan — Once again, Jamaica’s competitive art form of sound clash has transcended cultures as evidenced by the sold-out Japan Rumble in Yokohoma, Japan. The fourth clash in the 2018 Irish and Chin Rumble Series, Japan Rumble, unfolded before a highly energized at capacity audience on Saturday, June 9, seeing […]
Four years since their last studio release Groundation returns with an album that is truly groundbreaking in both it’s musical composition and social content. Taking the sound back to it’s foundation the group has been rebuilt by lead vocalist Harrison Stafford and features a dynamic set of musicians from both Jamaica and California. “The Next […]
“I regain strength or re-energize when I’m alone in a quiet space.” —Robert “Dubwise” Browne ACCLAIMED JAMAICAN GUITARIST ROBERT “DUBWISE” BROWNE RELEASES FIRST GOSPEL SINGLE “YOU MAKE ME STRONGER” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 7, 2018-Kingston, JA—Stellar guitarist Robert “Dubwise” Browne, best known for his work with Shaggy, is proud to announce the release of his […]
UK’s Grammy Winning Reggae Band Honors Charles Neville and “Grizzly” Nisbett at New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival By Shelah Moody Steel Pulse perform a Celebration of Life show for former drummer Steve “Grizzly” Nisbett tonight, Wednesday May 23rd, Fonda Theater, Los Angeles, https://www.axs.com/events/350792/steel-pulse-tickets Steel Pulse or Sting… who would you choose? Oz or Wakanda? On […]
By Shelah Moody “I’m not a Christian, I’m not a Muslim I’m not a Jew, it shouldn’t matter to you I’m not a capitalist and I’m not a communist I’m not a socialist, I’m not the politics Tell me, are these the reasons, you can’t live right?” —Ziggy Marley, “I am a Human,” from “Rebellion […]
A MATTER OF TIME out June 29, 2018 Album Pre-Order and New Single “No Guarantee” feat. Chronixx Available Now! U.S. Tour Kicks Off May 19 Billboard.com Premieres Song & Reveals Details about this “Remarkable, Truly Progressive Reggae Album”: Known for his complex, blistering lyrics addressing various societal injustices, delivered in hypnotic chanted-sung vocals, reggae artist Protoje will release A […]
Miami, Florida (May 17, 2018) Reggae star, Clifton Bailey, whose best known by his stage name, Capleton, has been given the green light to travel following his court appearance this past Monday in Jamaica. Scheduled to perform Sunday May 27th at the 12th annual Best of the Best Concert, Capelton assures his fans in recent […]
A cloud of smoke hung over Cal Expo Friday afternoon as thousands gathered for the High Times Cannabis Cup, the first permitted event in California to allow recreational use of marijuana. Organizers expected upwards of 15,000 people over the course of the two-day festival, which boasts musical performances from acclaimed artists, including Lauryn Hill, Lil Wayne, […]
Legendary reggae artist, Toots and the Maytals, announced today representation by United Talent Agency (UTA) and a major 2018 summer tour throughout the U.S. and Canada. The tour hits major cities and festivals, most notably: New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, DC World Reggae Festival, LOCKN’ and Kaya Fest. Toots Hibbert is one of the […]
New York, NY (May 1, 2018) Just like her name, “Flyame” brings heat to the industry. Her upbeat, edgy lyrical delivery fits into the contemporary pop genre but is laced and deeply rooted in her dancehall/Reggae culture. Born Kaydene Jones, Flyame grew up in St. Elizabeth Jamaica and first committed to music at a tender age […]
Jen Cheshire Jamaican singer, songwriter, producer Sadiki will release his fifth studio album titled, “Blue Mountain Acoustic” on Friday, June 1, 2018, via Skinny Bwoy Records. Sadiki was born Henry Buckley Jr. in Kingston, Jamaica. He is the son of Henry Buckley, the founding member of The Paragons. The multi-talented singer, songwriter, producer and engineer […]
By Shelah Moody The Green perform Sunday, May 27 at the California Roots Festival, Monterey, CA, www.californiarootsfestival.com. I first fell in love with reggae music on the island of Oahu in the late eighties. I remember hearing Bob Marley and the Wailers–really hearing them on someone’s boom box pre-sunset on Waikiki Beach. I […]
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 […]
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