February 3, 2008 – 3:28 pm
by Jon Arnold
When you are planning your next Jamaica vacation, do not forget to consider the unique experience of St Thomas. While St Thomas Jamaica is undoubtedly influenced heavily with the Caribbean flavor, it also has a flavor all its own, with definite influences from both the Danish and Fresh cultures. In addition, the residents of St Thomas are just about as laid back as you can get, which further adds to the overall atmosphere of relaxation.
St Thomas has the unique distinction of having it all under one roof, or in other words, having a great choice of activities no matter what your flavor is. St Thomas has some of the most beautiful beaches of all the Caribbean islands, white sandy beaches that allow you to quietly soak up the sun as you let all the tension leave your body. Read More »
October 27, 2007 – 3:00 am
Lucky Dube has been hailed as ‘The shining star of African reggae (afropop.com) and ‘South Africa’s biggest selling contemporary artist’ (Mail & Guardian). However, he isn’t merely this, he’s a modern day hero with a message that has touched millions of people’s hearts around the world. With an incredible 21 albums under his musical belt, he has proved himself one of not only South Africa’s, but also the world’s greatest reggae superstars. A man with superb musical taste and genuis, an artist with a message, with a reason and a rhyme behind everything he does.
As one can judge by listening to his music, he has a message on every album. His songs are based on three main things - political issues, social issues and personal issues - things that play an important role in everyone’s lives. When asked what inspires him (Lucky), he humbly notes - ‘People! Looking at people, watching people’s movements, the things they do. My songs are based on real life situations and experiences.’ Read More »
October 18, 2007 – 12:56 pm
For years Jamaican jerk has been setting palates ablaze around the world and recently BBC celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott placed jerk chicken and pork on his list of 50 foods to eat before you die. Now others are in the mix, making and marketing Jamaican-style jerk sauces.
With jerk setting the world afire, and Jamaican and Caribbean restaurants popping up in cities and towns in Canada, the U.S., and the U.K, Sweet Potato Press this summer launched Jamaica’s first international food magazine.
The debut issue of JamaicanEats exposes the “hijacking” of jerk and has a bellyful of recipes, how-to tips, and lifestyle stories about Jamaican food, culture and personalities. Read More »
September 27, 2007 – 6:10 am
Q. Is Cherine Anderson your birth name or a stage name?
A. Cherine Anderson is both my birth name and my stage name.
Q. As a young and talented actress and songwriter who grew up in Kingston, Jamaica. What are some of the things that you would try to fix if you were given a second chance?
A. I’m simply an entertainer, so I’ll just try to entertain people to the best of my abilities. But, things that I’d love to see for my fellow Jamaicans are great education opportunities; free through the college level, with superior extracurricular activities including sports, music and drama. And a health care program that would provide basic health coverage for everyone. Read More »
September 7, 2007 – 9:45 pm
by Simone Mosley
The long awaited release of Jah cure that many have hoped and prayed for finally came to reality this past July. Born Siccature Alcock, Jah Cure was released on parole from the Tower Street Adult Correctional Center after being incarcerated for the past eight years out of a fifteen year sentence on rape and gun robbery charges. According to BigUpRadio.com, “in November of 1998 while driving around Montego Bay with some friends, police pulled Cure over in front of Jimmy Buffet’s club Margaritaville. Cure claims he was asked if he was in the area the week before when a woman had been raped. Read More »
