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THE GIRL FROM MONTEGO BAY.. With a voice that spans three octaves and a presence that commands every stage she graces, Shuga (born Mitsy Campbell) stands...
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Hal Duggan, the Jamaican Canadian reggae artist known globally as Lazah Current, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. He was a singer, producer...
On Saturday, March 14, 2026, legendary Toronto reggae band The Sattalites will take the stage at Lee’s Palace for a special one-night tribute celebrating...
Patrick Victor Smith, a former British Army member, award-winning radio DJ and longtime master of ceremonies known for sharing reggae music with listeners, passed...
In late 2025 the WYFL rhythm hit the scene like it had always belonged — tight, raw, unstoppable. DJ MAC, a fast-rising producer, handed the streets a...
In the1990s, Ed Robinson announced himself as a bona fide dancehall star with songs like ‘Knocking on Heaven’s Door’ and ‘Don’t dis Rude Boys’,...
A native of Montego Bay, Gothic Musik grew up listening to the sounds of hardcore artists who dominated that resort city, including Tommy Lee...
Determined to put her hometown back on the map after Hurricane Melissa’s fury, Shuga resurrected a 1970 Bobby Bloom hit, ‘Montego Bay,’ turning it into...
In the crowded world of music documentaries, where compelling stories are plentiful, but recognition is hard-won, ‘Play It Loud! How Toronto Got Soul’ has...
Shanessa [shaw-ness-ah], widely known as “the vocalist with a vibe,” is carving out her own space in today’s music landscape with a sound that...
‘Take me There’, an EP from singer P’damore, will be released on March 20. It comes almost one year after ‘In These Times’, his...
Anthony Cruz has completed production on his latest album, scheduled to be released by Tad’s International Record this year. That company also produced the...
Burning Spear and Vybz Kartel, artists representing different aspects and eras of Jamaican music, will be the toast of the 43rd International Reggae And...
Future Fambo was eager to share his story with The Star, but Boom Boom politely declined a request for an interview. Future Fambo, who has...
THE GIRL FROM MONTEGO BAY.. With a voice that spans three octaves and a presence that commands every stage she graces, Shuga (born Mitsy Campbell) stands...
Two of the most consistent reggae production labels in Canada, Phylani Music and Tasjay Productions, have combined to create the ‘My Turn Riddim’ Compilation. The eight...
Pastor Jumu Grant grew up listening to a potpourri of music in his native Trinidad and Tobago — everything from the calypso of David...
Excitement is building as voting for the inaugural Reggae North Music Awards opens to the public on Saturday, July 27, 2024. Fans have a...
As Jamaican immigrants made their way to Canada in the 1960s and ’70s, they brought their culture with them, starting radio stations, record labels...
Born in Toronto to Jamaican parents, it is no surprise that CJ Jackson soaked up the dancehall-reggae culture of his parents’ homeland. He also...
Bassline King’ and musical legend Leroy Sibbles is “grateful” to be receiving his ‘flowers’ while he’s alive. The veteran will be honoured with a...
In 1996, Glen Washington rejuvenated his music career with the Coxsone Dodd produced ‘Brother to Brother’, an album showcasing tracks built on Sound Dimension’s...