Papa San-Tyrone Thompson
Tyrone Thompson, better known as Papa San was born on July 1, 1967. He's a Jamaican reggae, dancehall and gospel singer.
He was raised by his...
The Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley (Miss Lou)
Louise Bennett was born on September 7, 1919. She was a Jamaican poet and activist. From Kingston, Jamaica Louise Bennett remains a household name...
Alpha Blondy
Hailing from the Cote d'Ivoire, Alpha Blondy is among the world's most popular reggae artists. With his 12-piece band Solar System, Blondy offers a...
Chuck Berry, a Founding Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Dies at 90
Chuck Berry, the singer, songwriter and guitar great who practically defined rock music with his impeccably twangy hits “Maybellene,” “Roll Over Beethoven,” “Memphis,” “My Ding-a-Ling”...
Jamaica National Dish: Ackee and Saltfish
Even though ackee and saltfish is the national dish of Jamaica, neither one is indigenous to the island. The ackee fruit is from Ghana,...
