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In Memory of Lucky D

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. Continue reading In Memory of Lucky D

Jud's Interview with Cherine Anderson

Anderson 2 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. Continue reading Jud’s Interview with Cherine Anderson

Unforgettable: A native returns home to Jamaica

by: Lia Thomas

No words could capture the feeling that raced through my body at that moment. The moment when the plane hovered over the lush green mountains of Jamaica. The moment when the ‘love bird’ descended onto the hot asphalt, and bumped its way up to the runway. Continue reading Unforgettable: A native returns home to Jamaica

Interview with Anthony Cruz

His musical style is reminiscent of a dieing breed of vocalists: the ones whose voice pulsates in our souls, leaves memories on the heart that will last throughout the years, and will be recalled to the mind time and time again generations later. As he crones and serenades not for the love of money but for the love of his fans, Anthony Cruz remains at the forefront of this dieing breed.

I sat down with this humble vocalist who hails from this rare breed, and unearthed some of his unique visions… like his ever evolving creations, his latest business venture, and how he survives in the ever changing world of Reggae music.

Lia T: Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to do the interview. wejamaicans.com appreciates it a lot.
Anthony Cruz: no problem at all, glad to help out

Lia T: Well, for those of us who may not know…. where in Jamaica were you born?
Anthony Cruz: Born in Mandeville, Manchester, Jamaica Continue reading Interview with Anthony Cruz

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