Jamaican Music – Mr G – Before the Year Done

The local music scene in Jamaica is a very vibrant one. The history of Jamaican music is a very interesting one an it is alway

1.00 JMD = 1.00 JPY

Maybe it is all the reading I do at my IT/Law related job and now at school as I study for a law related diploma but lately I

Jamaican Music Album Cover Designs

Jamaica has a rich musical heritage stretching back long before we even became an independent country. Jamaican musicians and

Machaco – Reggae Songstress from Japan

One of the strongest bonds between Jamaica and Japan is Jamaica’s music and entertainment scene. Every year thousands of

The Rastaman and Swine Flu

Swine flu has taken over from global depression as the most talked about topic lately with dozens dead in Mexico and the virus

Chicken Foot Soup

This post is my entry into this month’s Japan Blog Matsuri being hosted by Deas of Rocking in Hakata. The last time I en

Jamaican Music – Mavado – So Blessed

Without a doubt music is one of the reasons that Jamaica is more than just a dot on the map. Jamaican music may be somewhat di

Million Dollar Question

The latest Jamaican to gain my respect and turn into a role model for me is a simple honest lady. Her name is Dhaima Brookes a

Bye Bye Gustav

Lots and lots of rain, lots and lots of wind, no electricity, mosquitoes, wet floors and boredom don’t mix. Thats exactl

Kool Runnings Water Park – Negril, Jamaica

In an effort to enjoy the last bit of summer (although in Jamaica summer never seems to end) I accepted an invitation for a tr

Independence Day Celebrations 2008 in Jamaica

I ended the post before this one with “I’m looking forward to something spectacular.” as I eagerly counted d

Jamaica’s Prime Minister Interviewed on HARDtalk

I just watched an interview with Prime Minister Bruce Golding on HARDtalk, an interview talkshow on the BBC. Just watching the

Japanese make it ‘Jam’-aica

I am still trying to do my best to highlight any Japan related news items in Jamaica’s local media. About a week ago I m

Masaya Hayashi of Japan Keeps coming to Jamaica for good music

I read an interesting article in a local newspaper recently about a Japanese record shop and production company owner from Osa

Make Bob Marley A National Hero

Bob Marley is a worldwide icon and a personal role model of mine, the lyrical content of his songs remain relevant many decade

HMS Jamaica – Former British Royal Navy Ship

It’s late, I can’t sleep and I am up reading all kinds of things on the internet. I hope you read my about page, b

Cherine Anderson a Rising Jamaican Star

My post is mainly about Cherine Anderson, a beautiful and talented Jamaican actress/songstress who has grown and evolved over

Etana – Roots – Music Video

She is one of the best musicians to appear on the scene in Jamaica in the last year. She sings positive songs about life, real

Shaggy Intoxication Album and Bonafide Girl Video

Local and International entertainment news overflowing the news on Shaggy and his new album to be released on November 13th. S

Jamaica’s 2030 Vision and plan for Development

Filing through all the negative news over the past couple days I heard multiple mentions of a new development plan for Jamaica

Jamaicans Vote Today – who will win PNP or JLP?

It’s been coming for what seems like forever but after a lenghtly wait for it’s annoucemet, a lengtly wait for it

Hurricane Dean – There is no doubt about the hit now

For the last 3 or so days i have followed the development of dean from way out off the coast of West Africa and now it’s

Guess what I learnt about 2face Idibia today?

I cannot believe that 2face Idibia is not Jamaican. All these weeks of enjoying what I thought was a “new release”

Sean Kingston debut album

Sean Kingston is one of the biggest if not the biggest new artists of 2007. His self titled debut album was released recently