Wayne Wonder’s long and influential journey in music received fresh recognition last Thursday when the dancehall star was awarded two Grammy certificates at the Back 2 Da Future Music Limited, in partnership with The Royalty Network, Grammy...
It would not be far-fetched to say that without Bob Clarke perhaps radio station Irie FM would not have come into existence. Those in the know, credit Clarke and his dogged determination to convince a somewhat sceptical Karl Young to apply for a...
Friday, January 30, marks the final day for new entries into the 2026 National Festival of the Performing Arts. That’s the word from the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC). However, persons who would have submitted their entries prior...
The Jamaica Music Museum, in the heart of Kingston, turns its gaze once again to the enduring journey of the African spirit with the 2026 edition of Grounation, its flagship public education series. This year, under the theme “African to Jamaican:...
She did not sit down for more than five minutes throughout the entire evening. A nervous ball of energy and excitement, Simone Franks came with a sash bearing her daughter’s name and a huge sign featuring her image. Confident of her victory in the...
The local media fraternity is mourning the passing of veteran broadcaster Walter Charles 'Bob' Clarke, who died early Tuesday at the Port Maria Hospital in St Mary. He was 75. Clarke had been admitted for treatment of a medical condition. A...
The passing of legendary drummer and producer, Sly Dunbar, one week after the death of Third World co-founder, Stephen ‘Cat’ Coore has left the music industry reeling. “A wha’ really a gwaan?” a puzzled General Lee asked of no one in particular. “...
Reggae Land has revealed their full line-up for its sixth and biggest edition to date when it returns to Milton Keynes National Bowl on August 1 and 2. With more than 120 artistes scheduled to perform across seven stages, the announcement proves...
Lowell Fillmore 'Sly' Dunbar, drummer extraordinaire and co-founder of the revolutionary Taxi Records label, has died. His wife, Thelma, confirmed to The Gleaner that he passed away at home this morning. He was 73. "About 7 o'clock this morning I...
Nevaeh Allen, a 19-year-old business administration student at the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC), has been named Miss Jamaica World 2025. Allen, who hails from Linstead, St Catherine, was crowned by outgoing queen Tahje Bennett on...
At 1:20 Sunday morning, cheers erupted inside the Douglas Orane Auditorium at Wolmer’s Boys’ School in Kingston, as Miss Zimii Haircare, Deidrian Downer, was announced winner of Miss Global Jamaica 2026. Amid the blaring, high-pitched sounds of...
For more than 40 years, Third World’s Island Records hit single, 96 Degrees in the Shade, lived in my mind as a song about Jamaica’s tropical heat. The hypnotic melody of the iconic reggae song was perfect for skanking, celebration and to relive...
Twenty-six-year-old Deidrian Downer has been named Miss Global Jamaica 2026. She was crowned early Sunday morning at the Douglas Orane Auditorium at Wolmer’s Boys’ School by last year’s representative, Keri-Ann Greenwood, who is also the first...
Monday, January 19, 2026 is a sombre day for the global reggae community and the nation of Jamaica. The island’s emotive strings are stilled. The passing of Stephen ‘Cat’ Coore marks the end of an era for one of the most sophisticated and...
Brooklyn Beckham’s wedding DJ has spoken about Victoria Beckham’s “inappropriate” dancing after the 26-year-old aspiring chef blasted his family in an Instagram post earlier this week, and singled out his mother for hijacking his first dance with...
As Jamaica continues to reflect following the passage of Hurricane Melissa, which impacted parishes across the island, the Institute of Jamaica will host Salute to the Parish of Kingston on Friday, January 30, at St. William Grant Park, downtown...
The Chapel at the University of the West Indies, Mona, will resound with the rich voice of renowned contralto Christine MacDonald when she appears as a featured soloist at the concert opening the National Chorale of Jamaica’s (NCOJ) 2026 season....
Rising entertainer Miguel Wealthy is encouraging Jamaicans to invest in their country through his latest single, Foreigner. In a recent interview with The Gleaner, the deejay shared that he was impressed by the nation’s rich talents and culture,...
AP: Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic, Sinners, led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history. Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences voters showered Sinners...
The fifth annual JCDC FIWI Short Film Competition took place last Tuesday evening, with the finalists and their supporters all in attendance awaiting the results. The air was thick with anticipation as budding filmmakers awaited the results. Each...
A special commemorative mural celebrating the life and legacy of Michael James Williams, known globally as Prince Far I was recently launched in Mark Lane, in the Downtown Kingston Art District. The mural named ‘Cry Tuff Tribute to Prince Far I’...
Friday, January 30, has been set as the new final date for entries for the 2026 cycle of the National Festival of the Performing Arts, organised by the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC). Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and...
This year’s Bob Marley Earthstrong celebrations on Friday, February 6, will be held under the theme Positive Vibration, which is taken from Rastaman Vibration, the landmark 1976 album, which turns 50 this year. Rooted in resilience, unity, and...
Reigning Miss Global Nguyen Dinh Nhu Van has arrived in Jamaica for an official visit ahead of Saturday’s Miss Global Jamaica 2026 grand coronation. The Vietnam native landed on Wednesday evening and was welcomed by Keri-Ann Greenwood, Miss Global...
