Happy Birthday to the 'Crown Prince' of Reggae... Dennis Emmanuel Brown can easily be described as one of the most mellow voices to ever emerge out o
Happy Birthday to the 'Crown Prince' of Reggae...
Dennis Emmanuel Brown can easily be described as one of the most mellow voices to ever emerge out of Jamaican music. The late reggae superstar was dubbed the "The Crown Prince of Reggae" by his fellow mate, Bob Marley. His first hit single "No Man is an Island" was recorded at age twelve, but was released in late 1969. Brown went on to release many great songs over his decades long career. The "Crown Prince" was born on February 1, 1957 and died on July 1, 1999 of health related issues. Oufah salutes Dennis Brown on his birthday! Here are our top “D. Brown” picks of all times:
Feb 3 - Three-Day Trench Town Festival
Feb 5 - Bob Marley Birthday Concert
Feb 12 - Gospel Concert
Feb 18- Salute to Sound Systems
Feb 22 - Concert (featuring Ken Boothe, Johnny Clarke, Romain Virgo, Chris Martin)
Feb 29 - Concert (Dancehall & Alternative Reggae)
A number of other open-air concerts are also being planned for Reggae month, including a showcase of reggae music and fashion at an event dubbed 'Rip the Runways'. Reggae month will culminate with the JARIA’s annual honour awards ceremony to be held at Emmancipation Park in Kingston. Twenty-one awards will be presented in 16 categories. Among them is the Golden Jubilee Commemorative Award , which will coincide with Jamaica's 50th anniversary of independence.
Jah Sun Releases New Album...
Jah Sun's newest album 'Battle the Dragon' has now been officially released on the More Love Productions Label and is now available in stores and online.
The album comprises 15 tracks of uptempo reggae and conscious dancehall, including productions from Italy, Spain, France, England and the US. Also featured on the album are special guests from Germany, Samoa, Italy and Jamaica.
This is a must have for all reggae lovers! Check out the featured singles:
January 30 , 1956 -Elvis Presley recorded a cover version of Carl Perkins 'Blue Suede Shoes' which reached number 20 on the US Pop chart in April in that same year.
January 30, 1999- After spending 11 weeks on the chart, Britney Spears started a two week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with “Baby One More Time”.
February 1 , 1954- Backed by his Jazz ensemble, Big Joe Turner recorded the original version of "Shake, Rattle and Roll".
February 1, 1957- Reggae Star Dennis Brown was born at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital in Kingston Jamaica.
February 1, 2004- During the Super Bowl halftime show, Janet Jackson’s nipple was exposed when Justin Timberlake accidentally ripped her top.
February 3, 2004- R. Kelly appeared in court to 21 charges of child pornography.
February 4 , 1956- The Godfather of Soul, James Brown and the Famous Flames recorded 'Please, Please, Please' at the King Studios in Cincinnati. The single became a Billboard #5 R&B hit, selling over one million copies.
Reggae Pioneer King Stitt is dead...
Winston 'King Stitt' Spark died at 1:15 pm at his home in Nannyville, St Andrew on January 31 at the age of 72. The Reggae pioneer passed away after his long battle with prostate cancer and diabetes.
King Stitt was among the first to develop the 'toasting style' in which deejays add rhythmic chants and intros to records being played at parties. This style is said to have eventually morphed into rapping in hip-hop culture.
Stitt, also known for his disfigured facial features and missing teeth, appeared on many records throughout his career, including classic deejay tracks such as 'Lee Van Cleef', 'Fire Corner', 'Vigorton 2' and 'Paradise Plum'.
