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14/02/2025

14/02/2025

Homegrown With G Cole: Wayne Wonder IS In The Building

13/02/2025

Jared Hall breathes new life into the legendary tales of Anansi, the mischievous spider known and celebrated throughout Jamaica and the Caribbean.

His modern retelling captures the essence of Anansi’s wit and wisdom while weaving in themes that resonate with today’s audiences. This fresh twist honors the West African roots of the folklore while bringing it into a contemporary context.

This is not just a celebration of Anansi—it’s a proud moment for Jamaican storytelling on the global stage.

Read more about Jared Hall’s Anansi the Spider Selected for 2025 Slamdance Film Festival - https://jamaicans.com/jamaican-talent-shines-jared-halls-anansi-the-spider-selected-for-2025-slamdance-film-festival/

13/02/2025

Jamaican culture takes center stage on the global screen! 🌟

Anansi The Spider, a new animated short film by Jamaican filmmaker Jared Hall, has been officially selected for the prestigious 2025 Slamdance Film Festival in Los Angeles, running February 20–26. 🎥

This reimagining of the legendary Anansi folk tales—stories rooted in West African tradition and beloved throughout Jamaica and the Caribbean—adds a fresh, modern twist to the timeless trickster’s adventures.

Known for championing bold, independent creators, the Slamdance Film Festival is a major platform for emerging talent, recognized by both the Oscars and BAFTA Awards. Jared’s selection marks a huge milestone, shining a spotlight on Jamaican storytelling and creativity on the world stage. 🇯🇲✨

Read more about Jared Hall's Anansi The Spider

Jamaican filmmaker Jared Hall’s animated short Anansi the Spider has been selected for the 2025 Slamdance Film Festival.

12/02/2025

The viral reggaeton hit Dame Tu Cosita was written by Cutty Ranks? Despite his contribution, he had to fight for proper credit and royalties. The viral song has surpassed 4 Billion views on YouTube.

This isn’t the first time dancehall artists have faced issues with reggaeton copycats, many foundational dancehall tracks have been re-recorded in Spanish without proper recognition.

Drop a 🔥 in the comments if you think Jamaican artists deserve their credit! 🇯🇲

12/02/2025

Happy Birthday to the legendary Cutty Ranks 🎤🔥

From 'Limb by Limb' to 'A Who Seh Me Dun', his powerful voice and signature delivery made him a dancehall icon.

With over 300 samples in hip-hop, jungle, and reggaeton, his influence on global music is unmatched!

Click to read more about his incredible journey and lasting impact on the industry. 🎶🇯🇲

A true pioneer of hardcore dancehall, Cutty Ranks', rapid-fire delivery, and uncompromising lyrics has influenced generations of DJs.

12/02/2025

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce spent years dominating on the track and now she’s making her mark in the beauty industry!

The Jamaican sprint queen, known for her vibrant hairstyles that light up race days, has launched AFIMI Beauty, a hair care brand inspired by her roots.

For Shelly-Ann, hair has always been more than just a style, it’s a way to express herself. Now, she’s turning that passion into a mission, creating products that celebrate all hair types. Another win for this Jamaican trailblazer.

Read more about AFIMI Beauty -

Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce launches AFIMI Beauty, a clean hair care brand inspired by her roots.

11/02/2025

The Bob Marley Poem - "That Tuesday" by Peter Gracey modified as a his 80th Birthday Poem:

10/02/2025

Two Jamaican students just made their country proud! 🇯🇲✨

Jaylen Allen and Devon Barnes of Jamaica College won Diplomacy Awards at the World International Model United Nations Conference in New York, standing out among students from all over the world.

Several other Jamaican students were also recognized, further confirming that as Jamaicans, we make our mark everywhere we go!

Check out how they represented on the global stage - https://jamaicans.com/jamaican-students-wins-diplomacy-awards-at-un-conference-in-new-york/

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Two Jamaican students have made the country proud by winning prestigious Diplomacy Awards at The World International Model United Nations (WIMUN) Conference in New York.

10/02/2025

📽️ Untold Stories of Incredible Jamaicans – Black History Month Edition 🇯🇲✨

Tony Robinson made history when on February 10th,1989 he became Nottingham’s first Black Sheriff, breaking barriers in a role steeped in legend.

Not only was he the first Black person to hold the title, but he was also the first to be appointed three times—in 1989, 1993, and 1997! From Jamaican roots to civic leadership, his journey is a testament to perseverance and representation.

Watch this mini-documentary produced in 1989 by the Media Archive of Central England (MACE) on his incredible story.

🔗 Full article linked in the comments!

Stay tuned for more Untold Stories of Incredible Jamaicans throughout Black History Month! 🇯🇲🙌🏾

10/02/2025

In case you missed it! 🇯🇲✨

Last week was filled with moments celebrating Jamaica’s rich cultural legacy.

🎶 We honoured the 80th birthday of the legendary Bob Marley, reflected on reggae and dancehall’s deep roots in Japan and celebrated the birthdays of reggae greats Bunny Rugs (Third World) and Derrick Harriott.

📚A special spotlight was placed on Una Marson—a Jamaican writer, activist and trailblazer who reshaped literature and broadcasting. Her influence paved the way for generations of storytellers, yet her story often goes untold.

🏈 We also celebrated Wesley Frater’s recognition by Miami-Dade County, proving that Jamaicans continue to make waves worldwide! 🌎🇯🇲

Catch up on all this and more on our website - https://jamaicans.com/trending/

08/02/2025

Did you know Bounty Killer was the first Jamaican dancehall artist to perform at the SuperBowl Halftime Show? 🎤🇯🇲 🔥

In 2002 (Super Bowl ###VI), he hit the stage with No Doubt, making history for dancehall on the world’s biggest stage! 🏈🎶

08/02/2025

Jamaicans in the NFL 🏈🇯🇲

Did you know some of the NFL’s most accomplished players have Jamaican roots? From Super Bowl champions like Patrick Chung and Rohan Davey to Hall of Famers like Dwight Freeney, these athletes have dominated the game while proudly repping their heritage! 🌴🔥

While American football isn’t widely played in Jamaica, their success has sparked interest among young athletes. With more exposure and training, we may see even more Jamaican-born stars making waves in the NFL!

Did you know Jamaica ranks third among countries with the most foreign-born NFL players? Here’s the full list of Jamaican-born NFL athletes.

08/02/2025

Adrianna is joined by the Jamaican King of Comedy, Oliver Samuels, and Jamaican-Canadian actress, Chantel Riley, to talk about their upcoming film "Sugar Dumplin" premiering on February 23, at the Sunken Gardens in Kingston. For tickets and information, visit www.sugardumplinfilm.com

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07/02/2025

Starting off our Reggae Month convo with Dancehall Veteran Don Yute

06/02/2025

Have you ever heard of Una Marson? 🧐

🇯🇲 This remarkable Jamaican poet, playwright, journalist and activist was a pioneer in Caribbean literature and an unwavering advocate for gender equality and racial justice.

She was the first Jamaican woman to write and produce plays, the first Black woman employed by the BBC, and she even worked with prominent historical figures such as Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia.

Her contributions to literature and broadcasting helped shape the Caribbean’s literary landscape and empowered countless voices.

Learn more about this Jamaican feminist icon in our latest article

Una Marson, was a pioneering poet, journalist, and activist who championed Caribbean literature, gender equality, and racial justice.

06/02/2025

Today, we honour the life and legacy of the one and only Bob Marley on what would have been his 80th birthday. More than just a musician, Marley was a visionary, a revolutionary and a global icon whose message of love, unity and resistance continues to inspire generations.

His music transcended borders, giving a voice to the oppressed and spreading the spirit of reggae worldwide. Here are some fascinating facts about Bob Marley that showcase his journey and lasting impact.

🎤 The Wailers were originally called The Teenagers then The Wailing Rudeboys, before finally settling on their iconic name in 1963.

👩🏿‍🏫 Raised Catholic, Bob embraced Rastafari in the 1960s under the mentorship of Mortimo "Kumi" Planno, leading him to formally convert and grow his dreadlocks.

☮ In 1978, the UN awarded Bob the Peace Medal of the Third World for uniting political rivals in Jamaica, recognizing his fight for justice and peace.

🇿🇼 His song Zimbabwe (1979) was a rallying cry for liberation. He personally funded his trip to perform at the nation's Independence Ceremony, uniting reggae with revolution.

🎸 Bob was buried with his red Gibson Les Paul guitar, a Bible, a football, a ring from Haile Selassie’s family, and a stalk of ganja—each symbolizing his passions and beliefs.