Author: Staff

Toots Hibbert, Jimmy Cliff named among favourite singers

Staff

British musician Keith Richards has named two Jamaicans — Toots Hibbert and Jimmy Cliff — among his favourite singers. The singer and songwriter, who has achieved international fame as the co-founder, guitarist, secondary vocalist, and co-principal songwriter of the Rolling Stones, Richards recently named his top 10 favourite singers of all time and included the legendary, Grammy-winning reggae artistes in his compilation. Richards’ decision was based on the acts he considers his favourite singers, as well as those he sees as the greatest in the industry. In the blurb attached…

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AirPods 3 Review

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  Active noise cancellation for immersive sound Transparency mode for hearing and connecting with the world around you Three sizes of soft, tapered silicone tips for a customizable fit Sweat and water resistant Adaptive EQ automatically tunes music to the shape of your ear Easy setup for all your Apple devices Quick access to Siri by saying “Hey Siri” The Wireless Charging Case delivers more than 24 hours of battery life  

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JACANA congratulates Jesse Royal on Grammy nomination

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JACANA has hailed its brand strategist, international reggae artiste Jesse Royal on his Grammy nomination in the Best Reggae Album of the Year category for ‘Royal’. “Jesse is an extraordinary artist and we’re all extremely proud and excited for him on his Grammy nomination. It’s an incredibly well-deserved recognition of his talent and musical artistry,” said Alexandra Chong, CEO and founder of JACANA. “We are honoured to have Jessie as a brand strategist and excited to continue our collaboration in 2022 on a number of projects, including social justice reform…

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Festival songs take aim at Grammy

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Despite the challenges brought on by COVID-19, the entertainment sector never wilted under the pandemic’s dictates. Today, the Jamaica Observer’s Entertainment Desk continues its look at the major stories which helped to shape 2021. THE entertainment and culture ministry and the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) scored big in 2021 when it was successful in having the compilation album of the year’s Festival Song Competition submitted for consideration for a Grammy Award. Speaking with the Jamaica Observer, Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange noted that the selection for the Grammy’s ‘long list’…

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Rihanna to be Barbados’ 11th National Hero

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Barbadian global superstar Robyn Rihanna Fenty will be Barbados’ next national hero. Moments ago — at the installation ceremony of Her Excellency the Most Honorable Dame Sandra Mason, as president of Barbados, and the declaration of Barbados as a republic — Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley announced that “the girl from Westbury” who used to “catch ZR to Combermere School” and climbed to the pinnacle of fame from Pon de Replay in 2005, will have the honour conferred later today at the national honours ceremony. Ambassador Robyn Rihanna Fenty has…

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TDC Home and Building Depots – FRA-TURDAY Sale

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You have two more great reasons to shop on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th November and save 20% off in store on all products in every category, and every aisle.  Avoid the rush! Get what you need early for the Holidays, and more, this weekend.    Terms and Conditions Apply.  See Stores for Details.  Should you require additional information, please call, or visit the stores.   You may also contact the Client Relations and Marketing Department at telephone extensions 1507/1506/1318/1154/1159 or email, marketing@tdcgroupltd.com.   

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Fancy footwork

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SHE is the ball of energy that is oftentimes seen on stages and video performances, and current hype girl for dancehall sensation Shenseea. Meet dancer and choreographer Happy Feet. She was given this moniker by a very close family friend, who noticed that the then teenager just could not keep still — always moving, whether the music was audible or simply a ‘riddim’ playing in her head. Named after the 2006 Warner Bros animated adventure about a gifted, tap-dancing penguin who also could not keep still, the name fit like…

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Sean Paul debuts visuals for new Sia collab

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Multi-award-winning and Billboard chart-topping artiste Sean Paul has released the new visual for “Dynamite” featuring Sia. Directed by Storm Saulter, the music video matches the energetic single with its lively choreography and Sci-Fi setting. The fun and futuristic video give viewers a peek into the new tech-fueled and chrome-filled world of Kingston, Jamaica in the future. The video sees dancers decked out in elaborate colourful costumes as they are swayed by the infectious rhythm of “Dynamite” while competing in an epic dance battle. “The concept of the video is futuristic,…

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