For anyone who has long been a fan of the man who is arguably the father of Reggae music, no trip to Jamaica would be complete without a tour of his museum. For just $20 US Dollars, Bob Marley fans can take the 1 ½ hour tour in Kingston, Jamaica. On display are his albums, [...]

Linguistically, Jamaica is a varied and interesting place. Several variations of ‘Jamaican’ are spoken there. Jamaican English is an amalgam of American and British English, with a strong preference towards American English, given the island’s proximity to America and its influence (cable TV, movies and popular music). Next, there’s the Rastafarian use of English. This [...]

9 Mile is a small village in St. Ann Parish, Jamaica. Both the birthplace and final resting place of Reggae legend Bob Marley, its a must see for any fan of his. Outside the areas the tourists tend to flock  Ocho Rios, Negril, and Montego Bay  most of Jamaica is poor. Indeed Jamaica is one [...]

Reggae fan or not, there is little argument that Robert Nesta Marley has touched the hearts and lives of millions worldwide with his music. His messages of love and respect still resonate with many people regardless of their race, color or socioeconomic level. In addition, his disenchantment with politics and the resulting inequality many around [...]

From the musician who gave us lyrics such as those from his song, Satisfy My Soul: When I meet you around the corner (round the corner), You make me feel like a sweepstake winner (a sweep – a sweepstake winner). Whoa, child! Can’t you see? You must believe me! Oh darling, darling, I’m calling, calling: [...]

Money can’t buy life. These were Bob Marley’s final words to his son, David Nesta , aka. Ziggy Marley. A warning against letting fame go to one’s head perhaps? There was much wisdom to his father “ in his life, in his songs, and Ziggy carries that tradition proudly today. Ziggy Marley was born on [...]