New Buju off his upcoming album, Rasta Got Soul. Positive vibe and a ska feel on this one…
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…via his Facebook page.
So I recently saw this 5 part documentary that talks about the evolution of the Jamaican soundsystem and its global influence on other music forms like UK Garage and Hip-Hop music (check out this post on the soundsystem in the UK for another perspective). Its definitely worth peeping… check for cameos from Kool Herc and Grand Master Flash.
Check for the rest of the clips inside.
Byron Aloysius St. Elmo Lee OD, OJ passed away yesterday morning at the University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston at age 73, after a long battle with cancer. In the world of Caribbean music he was better known as The Dragon, heading up one of the most recognizable bands in Ska, Soca & Calypso, The Dragonaires.
One of the good things about being a musician is that you can leave a legacy behind with you. In Mr. Lee’s case, he’s left behind over 60 albums, some of which I’ve posted here. Check them out after the jump.
For more info on the death of Byron Lee, click here.
RIP.
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A big, huge, Rest In Peace to Alton Ellis OD, who passed away this morning in London. For those who don’t know the name, know that the man had a huge influence on Jamaican music, and on the world of music on the whole.
Need proof? Check out the joints after the jump.
For more information on the death of Alton Ellis, click here.
I had actually mean to post this before the day of, but you can check out info on BIG BAMBOO’s last party of the summer on the flyer above. Check out the info below as well. I’ll be there, hope to see you there too…
LinYee + Queen Majesty invite you to celebrate the summer with
Queen Majesty + VERY Special Guests
BIG BAMBOO! TUESDAYS
a weekly rotation of special guests selecting
Jamaican Ska, Rock Steady, and Rub a Dub and more!
Every Tuesday, 8PM-Midnite!
No Malice Palace and Garden
197 East 3rd Street between Avenue A and B
No Cover.Backyard.DancingMood.
We told you about the first, and know we’re letting you know about the (almost) last.
If you’re in the NYC area tomorrow night, be sure to stop by No Malice Palace, as they host a special listening party for Lee “Scratch” Perry’s new album Repentance. Rumor has it that he, Lee “Scratch” Perry himself, might be making an appearance. Check out more info, and the flyer for the event, after the jump…
Shouts to Lin Yee for her new weekly party. Check the info below….
LinYee + Queen Majesty invite you to celebrate the summer with
BIG BAMBOO! TUESDAYS
a weekly rotation of special guests selecting
Jamaican Ska, Rock Steady, R-n-B, and Rub a Dub!
Special Kickoff Party with Worship Worthy!
No Malice Palace and Garden
197 East 3rd Street between Avenue A and B
Every Tuesday, 8PM-Midinight
Hosted By Worship Worthy
With Your Selectors:
DJ Iron Lung(Brukkout/Coochifrito)
Queen Majesty (Deadly Dragon Sound)
Drink Specials.Backyard.DancingMood.
Next Week’s Host: Deadly Dragon Sound
