By Richard Hugh Blackford, jamaicans.com | Photo Source: Facebook In the mid to late 1950s, the Jamaican music scene was dominated by two giants: Duke Reid, with his Trojan sound system, and Clement “Sir Coxsone” Dodd, the force behind Downbeat. Both men played pivotal roles in shaping the trajectory of local music. But there was another towering figure whose influence […]
By Staff Writer, jamaicans.com Born on 28 May 1953 in Smithville, Clarendon, Fae Audrey Ellington has spent over five decades shaping Jamaica’s cultural and media landscape. A celebrated broadcaster, actress, educator, and national commentator, Ellington’s voice and presence have become fixtures in Jamaican public life. Her contributions to the arts, journalism, and education have earned […]
By Kadia Francis, jamaicans.com | Photos credit: jamaicans.com Born on 25 May 1920 in the quiet rural community of Plowden, Manchester, Jamaica, Arthur Stanley Wint was destined to make history—not once, but many times over. A towering figure in every sense, both physically at 6 ft 4 in and in terms of legacy, Wint remains […]
By Ralph Thomassaint Joseph, DOCUMENTED | Photos courtesy of Ralph Thomassaint Joseph for Documented On May 10, thousands gathered in Brooklyn for the sixth annual Haitian Culture Day Parade. Behind the festivities were stories of immigrants balancing pride, community and the pressures of living under heightened immigration enforcement. Two days before the Haitian Culture Day […]
By Sandy Connors We’ve all been there. You walk into a room and instantly forget why. You blank on someone’s name two seconds after hearing it. Or worse, you lose your damn keys again. If you’re sitting there wondering, “Why the f*ck do I keep forgetting things?”—you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You’re human. […]
By Sandy Connors | Photos Courtesy: Pan Evolution Steel Orchestra Pan Evolution Steel Orchestra (PESO) has much to celebrate in a year marked by milestones and music. Under President Wayne Bernard’s leadership, the Brooklyn-based ensemble clinched an unprecedented double victory at the 2024 Junior and National Panorama competitions — a first for the group and […]
The Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC) in collaboration with the National Carnival Queen Pageant Committee has announced the seven (7) delegates competing in this years National Carnival Queen Pageant as part of events for Lucian Carnival 2025. The 7 delegates are: 1. Ziggy Vitalis – Beausejour, Gros Islet 2. Ketrina Oculi – Aux Lyons, […]
By Sandy Conners | Photo courtesy of Jerry Guy, Chair of the USSA Steelpan Association In a vibrant and deeply cultural conversation, Mr. Jerry Guy, the newly elected Chair of the U.S. Steelpan Association (USSA), shared his passion and vision for advancing steelpan music across the United States. Just four months into his tenure, Guy is […]
Editorial credit: Tim Murphy / shutterstock.com Native American cultures are deeply rooted in respect for nature, community, and the interconnectedness of all things. Their wisdom, passed down through generations in oral traditions, teaches valuable lessons about life, responsibility, and harmony with the world. These sayings, drawn from various Indigenous tribes, offer profound insights that continue […]
African American culture is rich with wisdom, resilience, and timeless sayings that have been passed down through generations. Many of these phrases were born from struggle, perseverance, and a deep-rooted sense of community, offering guidance on survival, success, and self-respect. This article explores ten of the most powerful African American sayings, their meanings, origins, and […]