Reggae

The first song I picked is “We shall overcome” from Pete Seeger. The song is originally not from him, but was associated with the American folk singer after using it as a song of protest during the Civil Right Movement. The song became an anthem for the movement; because the melody is simple but contains lyrics that can speak to many, the song is a battle cry for any group that would face adversity. In fact, the song is still recorded today in support of diverse causes. Sunday Bloody Sunday…

of Love)”, and Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga’s latest album, “Cheek to Cheek”. In addition to country music, crossover music can be found in one of today’s #1 hits, “Despacito”, that includes pop artist Justin Bieber, Puerto Rican star Luis Fonsi, and reggae act Daddy Yankee.…

In 1970, the Beatles break up, and a Palestinian group hijacks five planes. In 1971, the London Bridge is brought to the US and the UK changes their currency system to decimal systems for currency. In 1972, the Watergate scandal begins and pocket calculators are introduced. Also in this year, Mark Spitz Wins Seven Gold Medals. In 1973, the Sears Tower is built and the US pulls out of Vietnam. In 1974, the Terracotta Army is discovered in China and Mikhail Baryshnikov Defects. In 1975, the…

Bronx, where drugs, violence, and poverty were common things. During the time, African- Americans are living as subordinate members in society. Basically, hip- hop music represents African Americans’ forms of music including jazz, soul, gospel, and reggae. DJ Kool Herc, was an inventor of the hip- hop music, he started music in his small apartment with young unemployed community members. There was no set of rules they just express their issues with the rhyme and beat of music. Alongside with…

Miseducation of Lauryn Hill” is a metamorphic experience. Lauryn was one of the first female rappers to go above and beyond the norm of rap music, and transform the stigma surrounding the genre. She fused her rap music with elements of soul, R&B, and reggae. Lauryn Hill changed the rap game, especially for women, from this point forward. As I said before, Lauryn walks to the beat of her own drum. This is palpable throughout many aspects of her career. She is raw and truthful; she isn’t trying to…

Jamaica is the land of fun and sun. Well known for its flavorful and varied cuisine, reggae music, and cream-colored beaches, it is no wonder that Jamaica is a popular tourist destination. However, Jamaicans do things a little differently than we do here in the States. Here is what you need to know before you head off on your Jamaican vacation. Haggling is Expected In the U.S., we expect to pay the price listed for an item. In Jamaica, however, this is not the case. Jamaicans love to haggle.…

subculture were slowly adopted by skinheads. Both skinhead generations were heavily influenced by African-American rhythms and sounds, mainly ska and dub but also reggae and other deep beat genres. In 1980s most of the second-generation skinhead consisted. of ex punkers. Many. of the second-generation. ex-punk skinheads, though fans of reggae and.…

Jamaica a little country just 523 miles away from Miami Florida according to distance from Montego bay to USA- Miami On timeanddate.com. Within Jamaica there is a city called Montego bay or as the locals will call it mobay or the tourist capital according to my-island-jamaica.com under the section Montego Bay Jamaica. No matter what kind of person you are theirs is a guarantee that there is something for you in this city. Montego Bay is the main city for all people new to Jamaica. Montego Bay…

style and musical flow was evident from her works with the Fugees. A blend of her Caribbean and African American recognition in her art as well as her ability to rap and sing put her as one of the top women in Hip-Hop and Neo Soul, R&B, Soul, and Reggae genres. In her first and only solo album, “The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill” represented how she had evolved as a now twenty –three year old at the time of its release. As you listen to the album track by track the listener also evolves, as we…

album, “Lift”, rock band Charge The Atlantic grooved and excited the crowd. Alex Curnow (guitar), Kyle Barboza (bass, vocals), Peter Racine Jr. (drums) and Patrick Krystman (keys, vocals, guitar) make up this handsome ensemble. “Let It In” radiated reggae off beat rhythm, which ironically fits the island paradise decor in Shady’s. You could definitely feel “the cool breeze and sunshine”. Along side the colorful, sweet sounding vocals of Krystman and Barboza, the bass line was thick, dense and…