July 1 signals International Reggae Day. Actually for the 31st consecutive year, the dateline has been marked by a global appreciation of Jamaica’s home-grown music. The irony is that on that day, a community of fans unify by blasting the beat, wearing the colors of red, gold and green, plant

Brooklyn Assembly Members Jaime Williams and Monique Chandler-Waterman, co-chairs of the New York State Caribbean-American Delegation, say they were “excited” on Saturday, June 21, to collaborate with the New York State Black Legislative Taskforce in honoring Trinidadian Soca artiste Nailah Blackman as part of their Caribbean-American Month and Black Music

Internationally acclaimed dancehall star Konshens is gearing up to release his highly-anticipated fifth studio album, “Pool Party,” on Friday, June 27. Brooklyn-based, Jamaican-born entertainment publicist Ronnie Tomlinson told Caribbean Life that “Pool Party is “a vibrant, genre-blending body of work that reflects both a personal and musical rebirth. “The album

Daniel Bernard Roumain, a Black, Haitian-American violinist and composer, created an original piece that he performed at WHIN Community Music Charter School on June 11 and 12. As the current artist in residence at the school for the 2024-25 school year and into October, Roumain works with students in their

As pop royalty Beyonce wrapped her six-night engagement in Tottenham, England, in Brooklyn, Nottingham-born British author John Masouri schooled New Yorkers on the impact of Jamaica’s home-grown music in the UK through the decades. Although the time difference across the Pond did not correspond with daylight savings time on the

Guyanese-born reggae artist Colle’ Kharis is riding the musical wave of success with his new album, Lot 13. He said it is a deeply personal and culturally rooted collection of songs that continues to reflect his journey as an artist of Caribbean heritage.  “I am thrilled to announce the release

On June 12, Miles Regis unveiled a new Augmented Reality work for the annual Summer for the City Festival at Lincoln Center, located at 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023. Titled “Safe Space,” the immersive commission and experience brings the Trinidad-born artist’s signature vibrant, expressive style to Lincoln

GRAMMY-winning reggae lyricist and cultural ambassador Kabaka Pyramid recently released his vibrant new single “Jamaica,” a soulful tribute to his beloved homeland. “The track arrives as part of the growing Pon Di Island Riddim compilation, released via Bebble Rock, and serves as a powerful homage to the rich culture, natural beauty, and

With long-time fan favorites and a selection of new songs, Jamaica, Queens-based Braata Productions said on Friday, June 6, that it plans to return to Off-Broadway with “Unplugged — A Caribbean Choral Experience.” Braata Productions said this year’s season will “center the individual voices of the award-winning choral group. “The

Jamaican-born, Connecticut-based dancehall artist and Vybz Kartel hype man MC Nuffy has signed New Jersey Reggae Ambassador Ras Emmanuel to an exclusive booking contract. In a Caribbean Life interview, Nuffy praised Emmanuel’s talent and energy, calling him a “real youth” and highlighting their mutual Virgo connection. “I respect him to