Dr K’adamawe K’nIfe Legalize it! ‘Dr K’nIfe’ talks marijuana laws, economic benefits and more It’s almost exactly a year since the Jamaican government passed the Dangerous Drugs Amendment Act on April 15, 2015, a bill that saw the decriminalisation of marijuana in the country. The Act postulated that possession of the plant is no longer […]
The Chronicles of Kaya A History of Hemp and Marijuana “Music and herb go together. It’s been a long time now I smoke herb. From 1960s, when I first start singing.” BOB MARLEY, Jamaican Singer, Musician & Songwriter What is The Chronicles of Kaya The Chronicles of Kaya is a mixed media project from IRIE […]
Hemp and Marijuana Facts an’ T’ings “I don’t know if hemp is gonna save the world but i’ll tell you this, it is the only thing that can..” JACK HERER, American Cannabis Activist/Author (1939–2010) Here’s a fact: Hemp and Marijuana both come from the same plant; its scientific name is ‘Cannabis Sativa’. For thousands of […]
The Steam Team Steam Team JA talks the future of the Chalice There are several ways to enjoy marijuana and its benefits, some more widely used than others, but it is generally accepted that for smoking purposes, the steaming method is the best option. Steaming herb in the physical sense means a much cleaner, less […]
Mighty Mystic The Art of Balance Considered one of the new leaders in the U.S Reggae scene, reggae artist Mighty Mystic’s fresh sound and musical diversity have proved to be a magnet for music lovers in search of that next level sound that has been missing in the reggae genre. It has attracted listeners of […]
Gabre Selassie Kingston Dub Club If you’re a reggae or dub music enthusiast hungry for information about the roots, culture, livity (way of life) and the inspiration behind these genres, it’s quite likely your research will lead you to Gabre Selassie. As the man who almost single-handedly pioneered the resurgence of authentic dub music and […]
Aura Lewis The Chronicles of Reggae Aura Lewis (born Aurelia ‘Aura’ Grace Msimang on March 4, 1947) was a South African singer who worked with Bob Marley and Jimmy Cliff and recorded an album with Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry in the late 1970s. Early Life and Career Aura was born Aurelia Msimang in Western Native Township, […]
Aura Lewis The Chronicles of Reggae Aura Lewis (born Aurelia ‘Aura’ Grace Msimang on March 4, 1947) was a South African singer who worked with Bob Marley and Jimmy Cliff and recorded an album with Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry in the late 1970s. Early Life and Career Aura was born Aurelia Msimang in Western Native Township, […]
Joan Webley Nanook Enterprise Joan Webley’s love of music is one of her primary reasons for trying to aid the development of the arts in Jamaica. This passion for music, combined with a multicultural upbringing, has shaped Joan’s career. She studied and worked in the entertainment industry in Melbourne, Australia for seven years. While completing […]
Joan Webley Nanook Enterprise Joan Webley’s love of music is one of her primary reasons for trying to aid the development of the arts in Jamaica. This passion for music, combined with a multicultural upbringing, has shaped Joan’s career. She studied and worked in the entertainment industry in Melbourne, Australia for seven years. While completing […]
Sahra Indio Original Bush Mama In 2003, Sahra Indio (Olumeye Records) released her first album entitled ‘Good’s Gonna Happen’ (one of four full-length albums), marking her arrival on the reggae scene. ‘Good’s Gonna Happen’, considered a pop-reggae crossover album by many, became Sahra’s signature song, winning the Unisong International Contest, Reggae Song Of the Year […]
HIRIE I Wanna Be Imagine a roots reggae sound accompanied by a soulful, yet pop-like voice with the ability to match an acoustic setting while also being capable of freestyling to a skanking rhythm and you are left with… HIRIE. Led by HIRIE on vocals, the female fronted band stormed onto the reggae music scene […]