Reggae Times

In Jamaica where Gospel Music inspires and fosters spiritual development within the Jamaican people, The Jamaica Gospel Song Competition was introduced in 1987. The aim of the competition is to develop and showcase the creative talents and cultural expressions of

Due to the current international pandemic, the reigning Miss World Jamaica, Toni-Ann Singh will have to serve an extra year. This means the Miss Jamaica pageant will not be held this year. Miss World CEO, Julia Morley is said to

The Jamaica Festival Song Competition which was streamed live on television and social media platforms announced the winner of the top 10 finalist in the competition on July 26, 2020. By popular vote the Upside Down 2020 artiste Buju Banton

After surviving a second stroke The last founding member of The Wailers, Bunny Wailer was admitted in a Kingston Medical facility last week Monday after he suffered a massive stroke. Reports are that he has since stabilized. This is the

 Beres Hammond established himself in the mid-’80s and particularly in the ’90s with his soul-driven vocal style indebted to classic rock steady and American R&B. From early days as lead singer of Zap Pow, to chart-topping solo hits like 1985’s What One Dance Can Do and

Elephant Man appeared on Reggae Sumfest in 2001 and he has performed at this year’s virtual Reggae Sumfest. Elephant Man born Oneal Bryan is a Jamaican dancehall musician and singer. Elephant Man started out his musical career in 1995 as

Marion Hall famously known by the stage name Lady Saw is a Jamaican singer-songwriter whose career has spanned over two decades. Widely known as the Queen of Dance hall, she is the first female deejay to be certified as a

Aidonia has been on the Reggae Sumfest stage since 2011 and will be perform at this year’s virtual Reggae Sumfest 2020.    Sheldon Aitana Ricardo Lawrence popularly known as Aidonia was born on the 6 April 1981 is a Jamaican

One of Jamaica’s most beloved singers, Highland “Dobby” Dobson has died at the age of 78 due to complications of COVID-19 on Tuesday at 4:30pm. The “Loving Pauper” singer was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s a few years ago and was living

Spice to perform on Reggae Sumfest 2020.  Spice has been a staple on the Reggae Sumfest stage since 2011. Born Grace Latoya Hamilton on August 6, 1982 she is known professionally as Spice. A Jamaican dancehall musician, singer and composer

Spotlight Series to Highlight Unforgettable Reggae Sumfest Moments Throughout the Years Kingston, Jamaica – July, 2020: A Taste of Sumfest will present some of the best performances from past years through the Sumfest Spotlight series to be broadcast on Facebook

  The Jamaica Festival Song Competition started in 1966 and for the first time this year the Jamaican population will be able to text in and vote for their favorite song. The finalist in the 2020 Jamaican Festival Song Competition include:

Desmond McKenzie, Minister of Local Government in Jamaican announced the re-opening of the entertainment industry for the period of July 21- 31. Sport Bars, Amusement park and small events such as festivals and round robins will be allowed to recommence

FLASHBACK 2009 Summerfest Productions Limited, the company behind the world famous Reggae Sumfest, was created with the mission of filling the void left in Montego Bay by the Reggae Sunsplash Concert when it ended in 1993. Formed by members of

Shaggy’s diamond- selling album Hot Shot is celebrating 20 years and the artiste has decided to drop a brand new album titled Hot Shot 2020 to commemorate this anniversary. The original Hot Shot album was released in 2000 and topped

Reggae Sumfest 2020 will be celebrated virtually this year. The festival will take place from July 20-25, 2020. Downsound Entertainment’s CEO and Chairman Joe Bogdanovich decided to pursue a partnership with Facebook when the COVID-19 pandemic led to the postponement

        International Reggae Day began in 1994 the idea was formed by music insider and organizer Andrea Davis. The theme for International Reggae Day 2020 was ‘from Jamrock 2 Hip Hop’. This year saluted 11 revolutionaries in reggae music whom