Gregory Isaacs
No ‘Red Rose’ For Gregory Isaacs This Year, But UK Fans Can Relive The Reggae Legend On Stage
There will be no 'Red Rose for Gregory' concert this year. Instead, the late great reggae superstar Gregory Isaacs will…
The 30 Best Reggae And Dancehall Albums Of 2023
The year 2023 brought a wave of compelling albums from the Dancehall and Reggae genres. From Elephant Man's energetic "Cool…
King Jammy Eyes Grammy With Gregory Isaacs Album, ‘Rebirth Of The Cool Ruler’
Grammy aspirations hang high for legendary Dancehall and Reggae producer, King Jammy, whose latest compilation album, Rebirth of the Cool Ruler –…
Kate Simon’s Intimate Photographic Journey With Bob Marley And The Wailers
For many, the name Kate Simon might not immediately evoke the vibrant rhythms and soulful melodies of Bob Marley. But…
Linda Smith Isaacs, Manager Of The Late Gregory Isaacs, Dead At 75
Former music manager, Linda Smith Isaacs, in whose house the veteran singer Gregory Isaacs spent his last days while battling…
Gregory Isaacs’ ‘Night Nurse’ Hits 100 Million Streams On Spotify
Gregory Isaacs’ Night Nurse, the hit single from the Reggae icon’s 1982 album of the same name, crossed the 100-million-plays mark…
‘Blood Brothers’: Gregory Isaacs’ Friendship With Dennis Brown
One of the most singular defining relationships in the life of Gregory Isaacs was his sturdy friendship with Reggae superstar…
The Story Behind Gregory Issacs’ Struggle With Addiction, And His Night Nurse’s Devotion
Gregory Isaacs, the son of Enid Murray and Lester Isaacs, remains an enigmatic figure, over a decade after his death.…
Inseparable: The Late Gregory Isaacs And His Wife, June
When Gregory Isaacs and his wife, June, were arrested for illegal possession of firearms in 1983, the Cool Ruler's young wife remembers being scared. Very scared. "I remember a lot…
The Top 100 Most Streamed Jamaican Dancehall, Reggae Songs Of All Time
What's the most streamed Jamaican song of all time? Take a guess. There are just too many fantastic hits to choose from, right? You may think your personal favorite song…
Grand Theft Auto: 15 Dub, Reggae & Dancehall Classics From The Gaming Franchise
Rockstar Games’ multibillion-dollar gaming franchise Grand Theft Auto has always been known for its diverse and unforgettable soundtracks. The franchise has consistently featured Dub, Reggae, and Dancehall classics, exposing gamers…
Gregory Issacs’ ‘Night Nurse’ Single Certified Silver In The UK
Night Nurse, the title track from Gregory Issacs' 1982 album of the same name, is now certified Silver in the UK. According to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), the song…
10 Times Reggae/Dancehall Artists Grabbed Attention In A Mesh Marina
The Mesh Marina, more popularly known as the String Vest, is an iconic Jamaican fashion piece popularized by Reggae and Dancehall artists, that ironically originated in Norway. According to I…
Beres Hammond Says Lovers Rock Reggae “Cannot Die”
King of Lovers Rock Reggae Beres Hammond says the future of the sub-genre is still looking positive, and that the music form can only be stymied by Jamaican artists themselves.…
Lila Iké Samples Gregory Issacs On ‘Wanted’: Watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqHKIfiwOPs Reggae star Lila Iké offers a direct address to the souls ensnared by crime and violence in her latest single, Wanted. The song, which samples the riddim and refrains…
Padrino Covers Gregory Isaacs’ Classic ‘Stranger In Town’: Watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrcRPWiYm34 Bahamian-born recording artist and producer Padrino may be a modern entertainer, but he has the soul of an OG. His music takes inspiration from the greats in R&B, Soul,…
