SPANISH TOWN ROCKING WEEK 15
Good evenin Jamwurl. When I say Jamwurl, I mean exactly that we are going to jam out in the world with a playlist that is designated to evoke several emotions…. I present this week’s playlist
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Wikid Media collects on paid dues
Jamaican music is known for a particular aesthetic when it comes to music videos, one that has seldom seen change since inception. But there exists a core group of filmmakers/ directors locally who are redefining what our culture looks like through music videos. Among this core group of innovators, is Wikid Media.
Bobby Digital and the power of Digital B
For people who loved Jamaican music from the 90s, Bobby Digital and his Digital B label were one of the leading standard bearers during this time period. His passing will definitely leave a void in the global sound space. We, at BACKAYARD, did an interview with the legendary producer and label head several years and now, in tribute, we have decided to re run this piece. Sleep well Bobby D
Renaissance
Most nations regard the highest point of their culture’s relevance or importance to the global society as their ‘Renaissance’ period. So it should come as no surprise that during dancehall music’s most influential period, both within Jamaica and the world at large, a sound system would adopt that title and use it to good effect. For over twenty years, Renaissance Disco has been successfully bridging the gap between hardcore dancehall fans and lovers of hip hop sometimes converting a few from each group. BACKAYARD sat down with Renaissance’s co-founder and by far most visible member Delano Thomas
SPANISH TOWN ROCKING WEEK 14
This week of Spanish Town Rocking will be dedicated to the soulful songstress her self , Lila Ike.
Unlikely Technology: History In The Making
A book is anything that is written. It may not seem like it but in the past books were little more than clay cuneiform tablets, and scrolls.
SPANISH TOWN ROCKING WEEK 13
Good evenin Jamwurl. When I say Jamwurl, I mean exactly that we are going to jam out in the world with a playlist that is designated to evoke several emotions…. I present this week’s playlist
Stone Love
No bull$hit!! That is what Stone Love have been giving dancehall fans for over three decades. Founded by, and still operated by, Winston ‘Wee Pow’ Powell, Stone Love is regarded by the music fraternity as one of the most successful and consistent sound systems of all time with landmark achievements and accolades littered throughout the history of Jamaican music. Impressively, Stone Love is no less relevant today as they continue to be one of the innovators in the sound system game. BACKAYARD was lucky enough to grab a few minutes with Wee Pow as we inquiry about his inspirations and aspirations for his sound. Well, Stone Love?