Metromedia
The Metromedia sound system has the unique distinction of being one of, if not THE original, sound systems in Jamaica. What was started as The Great Sebastian by Tom Wong in the fifties
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New Artist: Abby Dallas
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Abby Dallas grew up in the sunny town of Portmore, where from the age of 6 she was exposed to music through her Church , School and Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) Sponsored Events. Time and time again, Abby was recognized for her outstanding vocal talent
King Jammys Super Power
Just mention the name King Jammys to any so called dancehall aficionados from any corner of the globe and you will hear them try to quote from one of the most impressive discography of anybody that has ever decided to sit around a soundboard. What is less commonly known however, even by those aforementioned experts, was that Lloyd James has an equally as convincing record as sound system operator of King Jammys Super Power.
SPANISH TOWN ROCKING WEEK 12
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
Black Scorpio
Maurice Johnson is the answer. The question of course is “Who is the owner of one of most reputable clash sounds/record labels dancehall music has ever seen?” Black Scorpio has quite a legacy within Jamaican music. Not just some of it, all of it. From breaking landmark talent such as General Trees and Sassafras on the sound system scene to producing reggae classics which truly inspired generations, Jack Scorpio (as Maurice is more commonly known) has been behind it all. BACKAYARD is pleased to have the opportunity to have a meeting with one of the greats of the music biz as we delve into the legend that is Black Scorpio.
NEW ARTIST: SINGING GOLD
Singing Gold looks back on a musical work of more than two decades. Even as a teenager he began writing his own lyrics and composing music in his homeland Jamaica after he discovered his talent in the church choir
Wul OUT
At the start of 2020, many scenarios of growth were planted in our mind. Many of us envisioned a year of prosperity and good fortunes but were quickly greeted with a hard slap from the Dean of Discipline called Life.
IN.DIGG.NATION COLLECTIVE PARTNERS WITH SIX COURSE/RCA RECORDS FOR MULTI-ALBUM DEAL WITH PROTOJE, LILA IKÉ, AND SEVANA
In.Digg.Nation Collective, the label and artist management company founded by GRAMMY-nominated Jamaican artist Protoje and also home to Lila Iké and Sevana, announces a deal with Six Course/RCA Records.