This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Lowell “Sly” Dunbar, the Jamaican drummer whose work in the rhythm section of Sly and Robbie built the backbone of ...
Lowell Fillmore “Sly” Dunbar, a Jamaican drummer and one-half of the production duo Sly and Robbie, has died at the age of 73, sources confirmed to The Guardian. “About 7 o’clock this morning, I went ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Professor Mike Alleyne Ph.D is an award-winning author and editor. The legendary reggae drummer and producer has died at age 73, ...
Music amp Musicals Reggae World Music Born Clifton George Bailey III Capleton is no longer flustered about the fact that even though hes of African descent his name is onethird English Greek and Irish ...
Jimmy Cliff, the Jamaican musician and actor who helped propel reggae into the international spotlight, has died at 81 years old. The singer-songwriter was known for hits such as "Many Rivers to Cross ...
The five finalists for best reggae album were revealed on Friday (Nov. 7). By Kyle Denis As Jamaica picks up the pieces in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa’s historic devastation, the global reach ...
Honduran recording artist Fresh Bodden is celebrating a major milestone in his career — being featured alongside reggae icons Buju Banton and Capleton on a remix track produced by BL Tha Hook Slayer, ...
The band currently dominating the Billboard Reggae Album Chart with three releases has a new record arriving in November. Its rise is supported by the independent Ineffable Music Group. LONG BEACH, CA ...
Editor's Note: This interview is part of an ongoing Star series highlighting Kansas Citians from historically underrepresented communities and their impact on our region. The series builds on The Star ...
Rastafarian firebrand star Capleton is excited about the release of his upcoming album, “Heights of Fire,” an album title that he says is synonymous with his “relentless, fiery spirit”. “This album ...
A new reissue marks the 40th anniversary of “Under Me Sleng Teng,” considered one of dancehall’s first digital songs and, with over 500 versions, among the most recycled. By Patricia Meschino In 1984, ...
Reggae Land returns to The National Bowl in Milton Keynes for their fifth edition on August 2 and 3, 2025. Taking over the five stages in the open-air venue, they've got a roll-call of legends, ...