The Jamaica Film Academy announces that the 2012 Jamaica REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL it organizes annually, will be held April 17-21, 2012 in Kingston, Jamaica. In a preview event, the Jamaica Film Academy will host a screening of the “BEST OF THE REGGAE FILM FESTIVAL 2011” feature, documentary, short and animated films in Reggae Month, February 18, 2012. In keeping with the format initiated at the event’s February 2008 beginning, the 2012 Reggae Film Festival will showcase films in which aspects of Jamaica’s Reggae music culture are displayed, documented and memorialized…
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‘Heineken Inspire’ for Jamaicans of talent launches
The four categories are art, fashion, music and human photography. Pieces can still be submitted via the Heineken Inspire page at facebook.com/Heineken
Read MoreCalabar High calls for attention to the Arts in Jamaica
By Mel Cooke | Source: Jamaica Gleaner As the famed Red Hills Road school celebrates its centenary, April is the month for music at Calabar High School. The themed monthly celebrations mark the achievements of Calabar in media, journalism and communications, sports, music and entertainment, law and politics, public service, business and finance, among others. A gala dinner in September caps off the celebrations. Trumpeter Mickey Hanson, a Calabar old boy, said that two events will mark the month, a symposium slated for April 19 in the school’s chapel and…
Read MoreDJ Calico releases ‘Soakin Wet’ for Carnival Season
Fast rising selector and Suncity 104.9FM radio jock DJ Calico on Friday afternoon released his much anticipated soca mix ahead of the Jamaican Carnival season. The disc titled “Soakin’ Wet – The Ultimate Soca Mix”, showcases the popular jock unraveling his musical artistry and meticulous mixing skills; combining several popular soca hits for the year with an ample supply of dancehall remixes to create a high energy compilation that is sure to satisfy lovers of that genre. Released on the Darkcide International imprint the project features some of the Caribbean’s…
Read MoreJamaica cuisine my thing!
Jamaica cuisine includes a mixture of cooking techniques, flavours, spices and influences from indigenous people on the island. It is also influenced by the crops introduced to the island from tropical South east Asia. Jamaica cuisine includes various dishes from different cultures brought here to the island with the arrival of people from far and nearby. Other dishes are novel or a fusion of techniques and traditions. In addition to the ingredients that are native to Jamaica, many foods introduced are now grown locally. A wide variety of seafood, tropical…
Read MoreCall to Action – Peaceful Protest on March 27, 2012
In light of the recent increase in police killings, Jamaicans For Justice will be having a peaceful stand for improved policing. This will be taking place on Tuesday, March 27, at 7am – 10am, by the Ministry of National Security on Old Hope Road. CALL TO SUPPORT!! 7-10am tomorrow. Its not a PROTEST AGAINST the police, it’s a STAND FOR better policing. Its not ANTI government, its PRO good governance. Will you stand for the future? We’ve all either posted comments, videos, articles and “liked” dozens of posts to show…
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