Exploring Mento, the Jamaican Folk Music That Helped Give Birth to Reggae
Nearly everyone who travels to Jamaica has heard of Bob Marley and reggae music, but far fewer know about mento.
Source: caribjournal.com
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Streamlining Reggae Month: A Proposal for More Inclusive Celebration
Reggae Month needs a major overhaul to ensure that we celebrate the rich tapestry of Jamaican music history.
Source: jamaicans.com
Count Owen 90 and counting
On February 11, pioneering ska, mento and rocksteady singer, Count Owen joined the elite club of nonagenarians and he couldn’t be happier or more full of gratitude. The Count celebrated his 90th birthday surrounded by family, and, to top it off, he...
Source: jamaica-gleaner.com
Sound of a City: roots and revolution in Kingston, Jamaica
In this series, we seek to unravel the sonic DNA of cities from across the globe alongside a specially-curated playlist. This week: Kingston.
Source: faroutmagazine.co.uk