‘Cover versions’ that are totally original
- 22 Feb 2013 00:00 - Charles Leonard
- A brick of a book on reggae record sleeves shows how the artwork reflects the history of Jamaica.
Busy Signal: Evolution rather than revolution
- 13 Nov 2012 14:58 - Percy Zvomuya
- We are used to this now: a barnstorming, fire-eating raggamuffin DJ who, midway through his career, discovers dancehall's conscious roots.
Late reggae icon Peter Tosh receives Jamaican honour
- 16 Oct 2012 11:21 - David McFadden
- Twenty-five years after his murder, Jamaica's government has honoured the contributions of firebrand reggae artist Peter Tosh.
All hands on the decks
- 29 Jun 2012 00:11 - Kwanele Sosibo
- The Admiral wows locals in Jamaica and gets the opportunity to sharpen his reflexes in the dancehall.
The chameleon of dancehall
- 20 Apr 2012 00:00 - Kwanele Sosibo
- Sizzla, who has had to adapt to survive in the cut-throat Jamaican Âreggae Âmarket, is in South Africa to perform.
Lots of heart and tons of guts
- 15 Mar 2012 20:43 - Lloyd Gedye
- The Brother Moves On have challenged South African audiences and the white-dominated music industry. Lloyd Gedye tags along for a ride.
Happy birthday, Bob, love Africa
- 03 Feb 2012 00:00 - Percy Zvomuya
- Bob Marley's 67th birthday provides an opportunity to reflect on reggae's love affair with Africa.
Virgo is a born star
- 22 Oct 2010 06:00 - Percy Zvomuya
- Jamaican teen sensation appears out of nowhere with full-blown musical skills while established duo Sly and Robbie return with a new album.
Rhetorical Rasta
- 06 Apr 2010 09:28 - Staff Reporter
- Percy Zvomuya and Karabo Keepile speak to Jamaican dancehall artist Sizzla Kalonji.
One for the road
- 06 Apr 2009 12:08 - Philippa Ndisi-Herrmann
- How Yusuf and the reggae star taught Philippa Ndisi-Herrmann driving etiquette.
Captain Creole
- 26 Sep 2008 06:00 - Percy Zvomuya
- Jamaica is the cradle of reggae and its offshoot, dancehall. Yet outsiders appropriate it.
White reggae hits Jamaica
- 05 Aug 2008 06:00 - Dave Stelfox
- Once reviled, 'white reggae' is now taking off all over the world. But is it any more than a pale imitation of the real thing, asks Dave Stelfox.
