Cathy Matete is a Kenyan born award winning singer, songwriter, recording and performing artist, whose music encapsulates a determined and passionate energy intent on telling the African story. Her soulful performances surface the listener’s deepest, most profound thoughts taking them on a journey through a musical world where freedom and…
Straight Outta “Strong Island” New York In the fall of 1990, DJ PARLAY attended Howard University were his career as a DJ began. He started out as A DJ on the University’s radio station WHBC. After spinning on air and at several Howard U events, Parlay was in hi-demand for parties on…
Culture Article 1 – Welcome to Jamrock Welcome to Island Worldwide a new media platform dedicated to “Bringing Jamaica to the world and taking the world to the Caribbean Islands.” Jamaica in many ways is an aberration; with our musicians, athletes, music, dialogue, and food known worldwide. Such a small…
Oshane Mamby known as Jahdon- the Congo Bongo Man, is an artiste on the rise. Impressive sounds, with high vibration lyrics and a jovial and wise spirit are what one can expect when engaging with Jahdon. Declared “Reggae Music’s Next Messenger,” by the Jamaica Gleaner in February 2020, the reggae…
“Culture Etch” U-Roy Ewart Beckford OD, known by the stage name U-Roy, was a Jamaican vocalist and pioneer of toasting. U-Roy was known for a melodic style of toasting applied with a highly developed sense of timing. Born: Sep 21, 1942 · Kingston, Jamaica Died: Feb 17, 2021 · Kingston, Jamaica Member of: U-Roy &…