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Yellowman, Sister Nancy Headline ‘Champions of the Mic (Reggae)’ Virtual Show

By Claudia Gardner Wed, December 8 2021, 09:42 AM EST

Dancehall veterans King Yellowman and Sister Nancy have headlined the first installment in a new series showcasing Reggae legends, dubbed Champions of the Mic (Reggae), the latest production from creator and executive producer Brad Eaddy and Top Gun Entertainment.

2020 Takes A Toll On Jamaican Music: RIP To 13 Reggae And Dancehall Veterans

By Claudia Gardner Tue, September 15 2020, 02:26 PM EST

In addition to the iconic Toots Hibbert and the legendary Bob Andy, the year 2020 has seen the passing of 11 other veterans in the Jamaican music fraternity, ranging from producers to songwriters and artistes, who were stalwarts and pioneers in Reggae and Dancehall.

Veteran Dancehall Artiste Purpleman Is Dead

By Shirvan Williams Sun, August 30 2020, 01:07 PM EST

Veteran Jamaican deejay Purpleman, one of the famous trio of albino deejays from the 1980s has died at the age of 58-years-old.