The final of the fifth Jamaica International Independence Foreign Song Competition (JIIFSC) takes place on July 26 in Snellville, Georgia with seven artistes vying for the top prize of US$8,000 and a ...

The Festival Song competition has grown to be an integral part of the annual Jamaica Independence celebrations. First held in 1966, the various iterations of the competition have seen participation ...

Roots-reggae is ruling on Nov. 3 in New York when the Coalition to Preserve Reggae Music holds its annual Reggae Culture Salute concert. The show stars Luciano and Mr. Vegas and features Nyahbinghi ...

During rehearsal, the music is spiritually uplifting for members of the Jamaican Folk Revue. In the church meeting room, they tell stories through lyrics, about love and marriage, dance and games, ...

Hamilton resident Tania Hernandez is one of two Canadians taking part in the Jamaican International Independence Foreign Song competition, which is geared toward Jamaicans living outside Jamaica. The ...