Bob Marley is more than just a legendary musician; he is a global icon whose influence transcends music and touches on culture, spirituality, politics, and social justice. To understand the roots of reggae and its profound cultural impact, it is essential to explore the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley, who played a pivotal role in popularizing reggae worldwide.
THE MARLEY FAMILY, UMe, AND ISLAND RECORDS CONTINUE TO CELEBRATE THE YEAR-LONG
‘UPRISING – A REVOLUTION OF LOVE AND PEACE’
IN HONOR OF LEGENDARY ICON BOB MARLEY’S
80TH EARTHSTRONG
UPRISING – 45TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED-EDITION “LIQUID SUNSHINE” FILLED VINYL FEATURING FAN FAVORITES “COULD YOU BE LOVED,” “REDEMPTION SONG,” AND
“FOREVER LOVING JAH” – AVAILABLE JUNE 27
[LOS ANGELES, JUNE 10, 2025] The Marley family, UMe, and Island Records are continuing to honor Bob Marley’s legacy with a year-long celebration commemorating his 80th birthday milestone, his importance in the uprising of global music, and the fight for social justice and equality.
Reggae songstress/songwriter Alaine finds an eternal Answer
New Jersey born, Jamaican artist Alaine took a bold step from a comfortable day job over two decades ago where she built a solid following with several albums (Sacrifice, Luv A Dub and Ten of Hearts featuring the Bill Withers’ smash, “Ain’t No Sunshine”).
Lady Da Flame Drops ‘Second Time” — Perfect Answer to Khagos ‘2 Time’
Fresh off the heels of a UK tour and media blitz, Lady Da Flame has got “Time.” The songstress has just dropped “Second Time,” a perfect answer to Khago’s smash “2 Time.”
StaShang Returns with Upbeat New Single “Where I Lay”
Kingston, Jamaica – Reggae duo StaShang—comprised of vocalist/producer Shango Trex and singer/songwriter Star Fyah—continues their musical journey with the release of their deeply resonant new single, “Where I Lay”, available now on all major platforms.
Shaggy & Sting Announce New Remix of “Til A Mawnin”
The rework, out April 25, brings a faster, feel-good spin to their tribute to Jamaican sound system culture
Grammy-winning collaborators Shaggy and Sting will release a new remix of their single, “Til A Mawnin,” on April 25 via a partnership between Shaggy’s Ranch Entertainment and VP Records.
Documenting Reggae’s London Roots in Style
Reggae didn’t just land in London—it bloomed, echoed, and built a second home. What started as the heartbeat of Kingston’s Trenchtown transformed into a cultural mainstay for British youth, sound system operators, and genre-bending musicians from the 1970s onward.
DiDi Musiqq Releases Powerful Single “Survivor”
New York, NY – [April 2] – Rising Caribbean-American artist DiDi Musiqq unveils her latest single, Survivor, a deeply personal and powerful anthem of resilience, self-love, and perseverance.
THIRD ANNUAL CARIBBEAN MUSIC AWARDS ANNOUNCED FOR AUGUST 28, 2025 IN BROOKLYN, NEW YORK
OVER 150 EXCEPTIONAL NOMINEES ANNOUNCED ACROSS 40+ CATEGORIES, INCLUDING EXCITING NEW ADDITIONS FOR 2025
New York, NY (April 10, 2025) – The nominations are officially announced! The Caribbean Music Awards is set to thrill audiences once again with its third annual celebration on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in Brooklyn, New York.
StaShang Ignite 2025 with Debut Single “Give My Heart”
Jamaican Husband-and-Wife Duo Launch First in a Series of New Releases
Reggae’s newest power couple, StaShang, step into the spotlight with their heartfelt debut single, “Give My Heart” produced by Andre “GC” Fennell.
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