Good news, Reggae music fans! The iconic Reggae Sumfest, the largest reggae festival in the Caribbean, returns this summer after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The legendary reggae festival will be held from July 18 to July 23 at Catherine Hall in Montego Bay, Jamaica. According to the organizers, the lineup will include… Continue reading Reggae Sumfest, The Largest Reggae Festival In The Caribbean, Returns This Summer In Montego Bay, Jamaica
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Colombia Launches New Tourist Route To Promote Caribbean Music And Boost Tourism In The Country
Colombia is probably one of the TN family’s top destinations. Due to its rich Afro-diasporic culture, stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches and Caribbean flavor, this South American country received hundreds of thousands of tourists before the pandemic who always enjoyed everything Colombia offered. As the tourism sector works to recover after being hit by the pandemic,… Continue reading Colombia Launches New Tourist Route To Promote Caribbean Music And Boost Tourism In The Country
Steel Pan Music: Trinidad and Tobago’s Musical Gift To The World
Steel pan music is the soul of Trinidad and Tobago’s cultural identity. Also known as the Trinidadian music ensemble, it evolved out of earlier musical practices of Trinidad’s African descendants, and is considered as the only instrument ‘invented’ in the 20th century. Steel pan music is mainly composed of steel idiophones—called pans or steel pans—made… Continue reading Steel Pan Music: Trinidad and Tobago’s Musical Gift To The World
La Rebelión: Salsa Classic Tells Story Of How Black Love Started A Slave Revolt In Latin America
Born November 1, 1955 in Cartagena, Colombia, Joe Arroyo, also known as “El Joe”, was one of the greatest, most legendary, salsa singers and performers in his country. He was very proud of his African heritage and it showed through his music. It was also very apparent in his storytelling, as one of his most… Continue reading La Rebelión: Salsa Classic Tells Story Of How Black Love Started A Slave Revolt In Latin America
Meet The Team Behind The Black-Owned Ubersoca Cruise, A.K.A Carnival At Sea
While the Carnival “OG” title goes to Trinidad, a Bermuda native upped the ante by taking Carnival onto the ocean. After taking a few cruises with his family, Nathaniel Turner realized that the programming on cruise ships didn’t necessarily cater to him, or Caribbean culture. Instead, he thought it would be pretty cool to create… Continue reading Meet The Team Behind The Black-Owned Ubersoca Cruise, A.K.A Carnival At Sea
9 Jamaican Artists to Watch Out For This Year
Reggae and Dancehall music will always usher in the greatest vibes in the summer time. With Jamaica leading the charge in the genres, it’s only right we share 9 of our favorite artists this year. 1.Shenseea Jamaican Princess Shenseaa is beyond “Blessed,” taking over the Caribbean music scene with her first major label debut which… Continue reading 9 Jamaican Artists to Watch Out For This Year
10 Caribbean Festivals In The U.S. You Should Attend This Summer
Written by: Mikelah Rose The sun’s out, which means it’s time to grab your friends and take a local road trip with some island flavor. Although you may not be able to get to the Caribbean this summer, you can still experience the food, culture, music and all around Caribbean vibes right here in the… Continue reading 10 Caribbean Festivals In The U.S. You Should Attend This Summer