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Brooklyn New York's Barclays Center is set to host a landmark moment in dancehall history as Vybz Kartel headlines Reggae Fest on April 11 and 12, marking his first return concert in the United States in 20 years. The event, led by prominent promoter CJ Milan, has already generated significant momentum, with tickets selling out rapidly upon release.Milan, who secured Kartel as the first solo headliner for Reggaefest, a party event that started in Manhattan and now travels across the U.S., opens up about the significance of the booking. “Usually, I like to put something for everybody, but Kartel is a generational (artist). You can rock out with him.”The journey to finalizing the show started with Milan's ambition and he record of staging successful reggae events in New York City. “First of all, nobody could get in contact with Kartel,” Milan revealed in an exclusive interview with World Music Views. “I called every manager, and then I got frustrated. When I get frustrated, I do it myself.”Taking matters into her own hands, Milan connected with veteran dancehall producer Skatta Burrell, who is also Kartel's road manager, a move that expedited the process. “It went really fast,” she said. “Then a couple of people (from Kartel's team) came down for Massive.”She recalled a pivotal moment in negotiations when producer TJ Records sought clarity on logistics. “TJ was asking me questions about certain things and said, ‘How soon can you get to Jamaica?' I said I need three days.”Determined to present a compelling case, Milan went to the studio, curated a Kartel mix, and synchronized it with footage from her last Barclays Center show, crafting a persuasive presentation. 

In an exclusive interview with World Music Views, dancehall legend Vybz Kartel opened up about his highly anticipated performance at the Freedom Street concert set for December 31, promising fans an unforgettable experience. Known for his dynamic persona and lyrical mastery spanning two decades, Kartel detailed his plans, which include a series of wardrobe changes and performances that span his entire career. Fans will witness the evolution of Kartel, from the early days of the “Teacher” to his current status as the “World Boss.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

The History Of Reggaetón, Reggae and Dancehall as told by Maxine Isis Stowe, the former Columbia Records executive, sits at the intersection of Reggaetón, Reggae and Dancehall. She played a pivotal role in signing acts like Shy Guy singer Diana King, who she had a similar vision for her as Rihanna achieved, if only Diana could have let go off the small island influences and assimilate her sound more into American pop and sing more like fellow Sony artist Mariah Carey. “When I saw Rihanna break through, I thought that was what I had in mind for Diana. I would say that Diana's reluctance to be fully Americanized was her limitation because her voice was big enough, but culturally she couldn't let go,” Stowe said. She is also known for her significant contributions to the development of dancehall in the 90s and early 2000s in the US, serving as A&R and executive producer for several chart-topping hits and albums, resulting in over 5 million in album and single sales. This includes Ini Kamoze's “Here Comes The Hotstepper,” Mad Cobra's “Flex,” “Bad Boys Soundtrack,” “Cool Runnings Soundtrack,” "Chant Down Babylon" album by Bob Marley, Half Way Tree by Damian Marley and more projects that have achieved Platinum and Gold status in the US. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

Roger Steffens on Bob Marley: One Love Movie and Reggae's US$2 Million Archives. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

Colin Gayle is the manager of Grammy Winning South African star Tyla. He is a Jamaican who found success in the music business working with acts like Kenny Lattimore, Jazzy Jeff, Jill Scott 50 Cent and more. Colin Gayle has over 25 years in the business and is a Co-Founder and CEO of Africa Creative Agency. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

Aidonia opens up about his album "Occupied Mind," major label deal, and willingness to do a 'Best of Both Worlds' project with Masicka. More on worldmusicviews.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

In 1982, Grammy nominated reggae band Musical Youth achieved global success with their hit “Pass The Dutchie,” a song based on The Mighty Diamonds' “Pass The Kouchie.” Three decades later, members Dennis Seaton, Michael Grant, Kelvin Grant, Frederick Waite Junior (Junior Waite), and a representative of Patrick Waite's estate initiated legal proceedings in 2004 against their lawyers according to court documents obtained by WMV. This, after losing a previous dispute stemming from a 1984 agreement outlining the division of royalties between the owners of the copyright in the original work and the derivative work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

RZA's debut studio album, "Bobby Digital in Stereo," was executive produced by music mogul turned hotelier Jon Baker. Released on his Gee Street label 25 years go on November 24, 1998. It's a superhero experimental concept album based on a story featuring RZA rhyming as an alter-ego named ‘Bobby Digital': The name that had be cleared by the Jamaican dancehall and reggae producer most famous for making the "Dem Bow" beat that started Reggaeton. "Bobby Digital in Stereo" is certified Gold on February 5, 1999, by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling 500,000 units and it is also certified Gold in Canada on December 16, 1998, for selling more than 40,000 units in that country.  Read more on worldmusicviews.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

Bob Marley Tops Billboard's 2023 ‘Year-End' Reggae Charts—For Fourth Year In A Row. Read more on worldmusicviews.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

Forensic Musicologist Brian McBrearty says he believes the copyright lawsuit filed by Steely and Clevie against the reggaeton community is silly and has no basis. The riddim making duo submitted a copyright documents for the 1990s dancehall hit song “Dem Bow” by Shabba Ranks in a Los Angeles Court, but Brian, speaking exclusively with WMV says that will not be enough to stake claim over and entire genre even if the riddim is similar to "Dem Bow" genre songs. A California judges set to decide if the case will go to jury on Thursday September 22 based on evidence presented by the plaintiffs and the dismissal request by lawyers the defendants which include Pitbull, Drake, Justin Timberlake, Karol G, Bad Bunny, Daddy Yankee and more. If the case goes to trial, a forensic musicologist like Brian will be called in to determine whether or not there is a common thread between 1800 reggaeton songs and Steely and Clevie's 1989 riddim 'Fish Market'. The San Fransisco native admits he is not acquainted with reggae and dancehall culture and only became interested upon hearing about the Steely and Clevie Case. He also says he has been hired by record labels and advertising companies to ensure there is not infringement in songs they may use. More on worldmusicviews.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

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From World Music Views: His name is Abdul Karim Abdullah, founder and CEO of Afrofuture, a festival and company which had to change its name from ‘Afrochella' due to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by the organizers of the more popular Coachella Festival which grossed more than $100 million this year . After a successful five year run as the “Coachella of Africa” Adbul and his team had to discontinue the the use of the name. The late 30s African music boss insist painstakingly that ‘Afrochella' had nothing to do with Coachella and says “we wanted to speak to sounds of Africa. ‘Chella' is a latin term that means “sound of” and we wanted to communicate African sounds” As both festivals move on with Coachella, a spring time show on the U.S. West Coast over two weekends with multiple genres on stage and artist from all over the world, Afrofuture have its inaugural show in Ghana during the Christmas holidays with a direct focus on African music and culture.

The Issa Trust Foundation puts on a concert every year in aid of charities at the Couples Resort. Paul Issa talks with JR Watkis about the state of reggae, his upbringing in Jamaica and the work of the Trust. Watch full interview on YouTube.com/worldmusicviews worldmusicviews.com Follow @worldmusicviews on social media Follow : @issatrustfoundation on social media. © 2018-2023 World Music Views® All Rights Reserved --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

Reggae and dancehall is lacking leadership and unity according to multi-instrumentalist Michael Goldwasser. Speaking exclusively with WMV the co-founder of New York based record label Easy Star said a lot of the issues in the genres could be straighten out if there was a focus on the bigger picture and a united voice. “Me being from the outside and dealing with a lot of Jamaican artist and the people in the Jamaican industry, and I hope no one feels no way about this; me being and outsider critiquing but I do see a certain lack of unity in the Jamaican music community,” Michael said. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

Billboard Power 100 Woman Sherrese Clarke Soares owns Despacito, YouTube's most viewed song. She is an American Private Equity executive, born to Jamaican parents and is a major player in the music acquisition race as founder/CEO of HarbourView Equity Partners. The former Morgan Stanley intern acquired all of Despacitio singer Luis Fonsi real name is Luis Alfonso Rodríguez López-Cepero's catalogue for a reported $100 million through her company HarbourView. Sherrese talks with WMV about her journey in the music business. Watch fill-in the interview on YouTube.com/worldmusicviews

Vin Rock Of Naughty By Nature About Hip Hop History and the dancehall connection. We talk about the birth of Hip Hop and when it became commercially appealing, Tupac's impact, NWA etc. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

217 songs charted on Billboard's Afrobeats U.S. chart and many of them, like Last Last by Burna Boy, Calm Down by Rema and Selena Gomez and Essence by Wizkid, Justin Bieber and Tems swung over to the Hot 100 pop charts. For those who say Afrobeats is having a moment like Kranium in a Fix interview, that moment just won't let up as the songs get better and the artists break more records in the U.S., while dancehall's usual U.S. airplay picks have not been forthcoming since Koffee's Toast in 2020. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

Igor Katz co-founded Ineffable Music which is the second largest independent reggae record label globally. One of their secrets to success is capitalizing on the live music industry using technology and a knowledge base among a diverse team. Every week there are 4 recurring compilation albums on the Billboard Reggae Chart, ‘Legend: The Best Of Bob Marley & The Wailers', Shaggy's “Boombastic Collection”, “Dutty Classics” by Sean Paul and UB40's Greatest Hits. Whenever a song is played from these collections even if played from the original album, it goes towards to compilations weekly tally. Igor's top artist Stick Figure has three albums that are also mainstays on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart; “Set In Stone”, “World on Fire” and their most recent set “Wisdom”. He talks about the business strategies uses by Ineffable Music and defining new metrics for success in the record business. To watch the full interview on YouTube click here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

JoAnn Squillace and Stephen Drummond join WMV to talk about a list of reggaeton songs that have been brought into evidence to support the ongoing copyright infringement case against several latin artists, producers, publishing companies and record labels filed by Dancehall producer pioneers Steely and Clevie. Since this conversation over 1000 new songs were added to the lawsuit. The tracks which are alleged to have infringed upon the 80s dancehall riddim “Fish Market” produced by the duo are presented into evidence on the basis that they sample copies of the composition or simply copied the composition without permission. Reggaeton King Daddy Yankee alone is accused of copying the Fish Market composition on over 43 songs including his 41x Latin Platinum hit Con Calma with Snow which interpolates Snow's dancehall hit Informa. Brazilian singer Annita, who was just released from Warner Music after she ranted on social media about wanting to leave the label has 14 songs on the evidence list named Exhibit A. So far 107 summonses have been served to defendants this year alone as the trial is set to get under way but in a motion filed on Friday attorneys Jean G. Vidal-Font and Bradley J. Mullins who are reprenting latin superstar Juan Luis Morera Luna p/k/a Wisin and Drake real name Aubrey Graham, applied to dismiss requests for the artists to come to court to answer to the infringements on the grounds that they were not served at their right addresses. Bad Bunny and Drake‘s MÍA which has 1.4 billion YouTube views has been named as one of the songs that copied the Fish Market riddim. Read more on World Music Views Subscribe to our YouTube channel : World Music Views --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

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Maffio talks about Reggaeton artist stealing from dancehall and reggae artist and the need to pay homage. He produced Chillax, with Farruko and Ky-Mani Marley: With over 800 million views it is the highest streaming song on YouTube that features a Marley as of March 2023.

https://worldmusicviews.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQnVFNAF9wQ9unubnJK2Bhw https://www.instagram.com/worldmusicviews/ William Richards is a long time photo journalist who has captured the biggest names in music. He talks about the new advancements in photography and his plans to develop his brand and further monetize his life's work. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldmusicviews/support

worldmusicviews.com presents WMV Podcast Season 9, Episode 120. "Entering Africa" with music PR agent Lakeshia Marie Ford of Ford Communications, Founder CEO WoodXWatta, Founder. 

World Music Views More on worldmusicviews.com Check out our YouTube Channel Follow World Music Views on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook. Queen of Hip Hop Nicki Minaj is back with her Queen radio on Amazon's AMP! app and she announced that Republic Records has given her a new record label “because they don't want her to go anywhere.” She avoids announcing the name of the new label but said her labels first A&R as longtime affiliate Patty Lauren along with a slew of artists on her roster. She rinsed her Red Ruby Da Sleeze song all throughout the show and played some Jamaican songs that go along with each mood she created. Skillibeng's Crocodile Teeth got airtime then later she played Buju Banton's “Love How The Gyal Dem Flex,” which got a pull up from Dj Booth before it was mixed with Bronx rapper London Hilll's freestyle titled “Big Flexer.” “New York we known for bars, we know for spitting, and by the way everybody don't have to rap the same, especially not over here on my label bu this one right here you better watch your fucking mouth,” Minaj said indicating that there's the possibility of London joining her label. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Fresh on the heels of his recent Grammy nomination for Come Fly Wit Mi, Shaggy talks with JR Watkis ok the recent developments in his career and the music industry. Follow @jrwatkis and @direalshaggy on all social media --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Harvey Mason Jr. CEO Of The Recoding Academy says there was never a threat to discontinue the Best Reggae Album Category at the Grammys and there has been over 700 submissions over the last 5 years. Over the years there has been reports from Grammy voting members that the reggae category has been under threat of being removed from the awards and that it makes no sense to even consider a dancehall category. I asked him about the truth of those assertions and Harvey says that is far from the truth and indeed reggae has had many good submission over the years.

Sshh shares her journey from Punk to reggae music and being the principal of Trojan Jamaica, a mother and band leader. “SSHH's music … doesn't sacrifice the knack for melody Zak picked up playing with groups like The Who and Oasis, or by being the son of one of the most melodious groups in rock history.” – Entertainment Weekly “The duo deliver a faithful, but blistering cover of “Problems” alongside Matlock and Cook, with Liguz injecting her melodic vocal turn with plenty of Johnny Rotten-esque snottiness.” – Rolling Stone Magazine “Sshh Liguz and Zak Starkey (son of Ringo) are the brains behind SSHH, the electro-punk duo. This cut of ‘Get Up Stand Up' takes a more maximalist approach than the original Wailers tune and translates as stadium-ready upon the first listen.” – Stereogum “Liguz's singing voice is flawlessly punk—ice queen Siouxsie Sioux, with the spunk of Johnny Rotten and the balls to take on any genre of music.” – RIFF Magazine “A pelvis swinging slice of gnarly power-pop rock with vocals so saucy they make ketchup seem like mere water” – NME Magazine SSHH is a rare breed of band. With comparisons ranging from Aphex Twin to The Sex Pistols, these guys are extreme. Fronted by the force of nature that is the singer Sshh Liguz, whose vocals have been described as a mixture of "Bowie, Siouxie Soux, Iggy Pop, Karen O & Robert Plant" she's a pint sized pocket rocket to be reckoned with. By her side is the man of the hour- Zak Starkey, wielding his weapon of choice--a guitar--that takes your breath away and makes the hair on the back of your neck stand up on end in excitement. With awesome intent he moves around creating sounds to make you move! Lyrical and dynamic- the duo make, break, and make music again, drawing on inspiration from personal experience as well as the wonders of the world and the seedy underbelly that seethes just beneath the surface, no stone is left unturned. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

This is an edited version of the Cultural Capital talks at the Edna Manley College of the Visual And Performing Arts. Follow JR Watkis on social media @jrwatkis get the book at culcap.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Zak Richard Starkey is an English rock drummer who has performed and recorded with English rock band the Who since 1996. He is also the third drummer to have appeared with English rock band Oasis. In 2020, he toured Brazil with U-Roy as guitarist. Other musicians and bands he has worked with include Johnny Marr, Paul Weller, the Icicle Works, the Waterboys, Bobby Womack, ASAP, the Lightning Seeds, John Entwistle, Sly & Robbie, Toots & The Maytals, Mykal Rose, Freddie McGregor, Big Youth, Jesse Royal, Tanya Stevens, Cecile and Sshh Liguz. He is the son of the Beatles' drummer Ringo Starr. Zak and his wife have a Punk Music background but he and his wife Sshh have set up shop in Jamaica and he tells JR Watkis about their commitment to reggae music's development. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Craig Serani Marsh (born 7 June 1982), known professionally as Serani, is a Jamaican dancehall singer and producer who has a joint venture deal with Phase One Communications in NYC. He is best known for his involvement in Sean Paul's album The Trinity and his 2008 single "No Games" 2006–2008: Early career/Production credits In 2006, Serani co-produced the first two singles on Sean Paul's platinum album The Trinity, including "We Be Burnin'", which was the first released single. "We Be Burnin'" track helped Trinity break a Jamaican record of 107,000 copies sold in the first week. Serani also produced the album Smash riddim, which hosts the song "Dutty Wine" by Tony Matterhorn. Dutty Wine was the number one song in Jamaica and England for a lengthy period of time. Serani is credited for helping bring into the limelight other Jamaican heavyweights such as Mavado, Alaine Laughton and Bugle with his catchy beats such as the Anger Management riddim on which Mavado voiced his landmark hit "Real McCoy". DASECA productions has also produced hits for other Reggae icons such as their colleague and Alliance crew leader Bounty Killer, Busy Signal and Vybz Kartel amongst many others. They are also the backbone of The Alliance affiliated band Anger Management. His first and very successful attempt at singing was on Mavado's hit song Dying which is featured on the latter's début album Gangsta for Life: The Symphony of David Brooks. He sang the hook and Mavado chanted the verses. 2008–present: Rise to fame and No Games In 2008, Serani landed a contract to record two albums for JVC Entertainment, before going on to sign the deal with Phase One. Serani self-produces most of his own songs and has promoted singles such as "Doh" featuring Bugle, "No Games" and "She Loves Me". In 2012, he performed at the Ride Club in Vienna. In 2020, "No Games" was sampled by Eminem for "Farewell" which appeared on the rapper's album Music to Be Murdered By. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Mackeda Bramwell, BA. JD. GDLP. LEC Barrister, Solicitor and Notary Public (Canada) Solicitor (Australia) Attorney at Law (Jamaica) Partner | Koradek Law, Professional Corporation Bramwell is a Partner at Koradek Law, Professional Corporation, based in Toronto and Kingston, Jamaica. Her practice focuses on Business law, Real estate, Immigration and Estate matters. Ms. Bramwell has worked with top commercial law firms both in Australia and Canada and is a practicing attorney-at-Law in Jamaica. A seasoned entrepreneur, she is also the CEO of VP Marketing Group Inc (VPMG Canada, a marketing group that markets luxury real estate properties in the Caribbean. Mackeda holds a degree in Criminal Justice, Juris Doctor degree in law, Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice and a Legal Education Certificate from the Norman Manley Law School. She also holds membership at the New South Wales Bar and the Law Society of Ontario and a member of the Jamaican Bar. She is an active community member and an advocate for the empowerment and upliftment of minorities in Canada. She is especially passionate about giving a voice to the vulnerable and the underserved in her community. Aside from Mackeda's stellar academic and professional achievement she is extremely passionate about giving back to her community and has spent the last 17 years championing causes she cares deeply about, such as youth and female empowerment and senior's rights. Mackeda is a former vice-president for A-Supreme Foundation in Toronto. She co-founded the My Sister's Keeper, Toronto (MSK Toronto) a support group for single mothers and young women. She has facilitated several start-up workshops for young entrepreneurs. Mackeda has also volunteered with the City of Toronto's Youth Employment Services and FSG Australia. She has lectured in her field, facilitated and participated in various small business and estate workshops, and continues to make an impact through her work and charities in Canada and Jamaica. When not working or volunteering, Mackeda is busy travelling, hiking or exploring new outdoor wonders. For more information, please contact her at mbramwell@koradelaw.com or www.koradeklaw.com. worldmusicviews.com @worldmusicviews on social media. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

In this episode JR Is interviewed and in conversation with reggae legend Tony Rebel about the power of music. They discuss JR's latest book Cultural Capital To Financial Capital which is now available on amazon and on culcap.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Solicitor, Rodney Borde-Kuofie, turned his passion for sports and music into his business. Starting as a young musician and competing in multiple sports at the highest youth level; he formed Rubikon after working at leading London Human Rights Law firm, B.M Birnberg & Co. Having already embarked on a career as a professional West End DJ whilst an undergraduate, he formed an international management and record company, managing chart-topping and multi-award winning artists, whilst simultaneously qualifying as a solicitor of England and Wales. His company, Rubikon provides legal services in all sectors of the entertainment and sports businesses. They “dot the i's and cross t's” in contracts, with first hand practical industry experience. He shares is opinion of reggae, dancehall and the Jamaican music industry. You don't want to miss this episode. worldmusicviews.com Follow World Music Views on IG, Twitter, Facebook --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

The featured artist this week is Kelly G. He is a House music DJ and music executive at 300 Entertainment. Kelly G was instrumental in starting the career of Steve Harvey and later developed programs on BET such as 106 and park, The BET Hip Hop Awards. As music director for BET he gave artists like Alicia Keys, Chris Brown and J-Cole their first international exposure. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

NOLAN BAYNES is an entertainment marketing executive, media visionary, and production veteran based in New York City. He is currently a managing partner at IAS Agency, a think tank that is heavily focused on brand marketing and tourism for Ghana, South Africa, and New Orleans. He also serves as a senior consultant for an array of entertainment clients such as ground-breaking record label, 300 Entertainment, and DECO Recording Group, home of Grammy Award nominee and Broadway star Deborah Cox. In 2011, he became the head of marketing for Music Choice, a streaming/TV music network, with a reach of over 60MM homes in the US. During his time at Music Choice he led all marketing efforts with major record labels, corporate brands, talent agencies, media, and cable companies. He also worked extensively with MVPD partners including Comcast, Cox, AT&T. Baynes also created branding and partnership campaigns for artists such as Chris Brown, 5th Harmony, A$AP Rocky, Taylor Swift, Luke Bryant, etc. Before his stint at Music Choice, Baynes formed JBF Entertainment, a consulting firm with Jay Fiedler, (former NFL Quarterback - Miami Dolphin). He led business development projects for BET, Rolling Stone Magazine, MTV and NBA legend, Grant Hill. He also forged a strategic partnership with CSM, Inc., a Toronto-based talent agency that represented international superstar, Nellie Furtado, and 7x Grammy Award nominee Tamia Hill, etc. He started his career in the mid-'90s working for the global, media giant, MTV Networks. He created and oversaw marketing programs for some of today's most celebrated artists; Beyoncé, Usher, Kayne West, Cold Play, etc. Baynes oversaw music marketing for the network's marquee events; Video Music Awards, $2 Bill concert series, Campus Invasion, etc. During his time at the network, he worked on the launch team for MTV2, serving as the Production Manager and later the head of Music Marketing. Baynes was also a founding member of the development team that launched MTV Tempo, a network dedicated to Caribbean culture and lifestyle. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Gramps Morgan is the son of legendary reggae artiste Denroy Morgan, and member of Grammy Award-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage. He has three solo albums, his feature with india Irie Therapy, peaked at number 22 on the US R&B/ Hip Hop singles chart and the Adult contemporary chart. His latest album Positive Vibration is nominated for Best Reggae album at the upcoming Grammy Awards. in the last year he surpassed 13M youtube streams. His top songs are: People Like You and Woman I like you For more music news log on to worldmusicviews.com and follow WMV on IG, twitter and facebook. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Sarah is a British comedian who has gained popularity with her rendition of dancehall and hip hop songs on social media. Drake repost her content as she and her brother "John" continues to do their naturalism take on pop culture.  Follow World Music Views www.worldmusicviews.com twitter: @worldmusicviews Facebook: World Music Views Instagram: @worldmusicviews Subscribe to Youtube Channel: World Music Views --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Tosh Alexander is a Jamaican singer who got a breakthrough feature on the hit Twerk It by Busta Rhymes and Nicki Minaj. The song song currently has over 68 million Youtube streams and peaked at number 4 on the Billboard bubbling Under R&B/Hip Hop Songs chart. Her new clothing line was inspired by travesties happening with black youth across the world, particularly in in the US where she grew up. Follow her on social media @toshalexander Follow JR @jrwatkis --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Alborosie is an Italian-Jamaican reggae singer who won the MOBO award for best reggae act in 2011. He has 8 solo albums, with his latest being "For the Culture". He revealed exclusively that he signed to Sony Music Italy and he continues to be one of the most sought after reggae acts around the world. He mentioned that one year he did over 200 shows. In the last year he surpassed 52 million Youtube streams, and 51 million Spotify Streams. His top songs are Kingston Town and Herbalist, his latest single is Keep On Singing. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Gyptian is one of the most successful reggae singers. in they interview we talk about his music, his song writing formula and whether or not he will take the vaccine. worldmusicviews.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Hector Lewis is the lead percussion player in Chronixx' Zinc Fence Redemption Band. He has toured the world and has played integral roles in the development of reggae music with other artists and through his lead role in Chronixx's live show. His mother, Reggae songbird Barbara Jones, continues to have a major influence on his approach to music and the performing arts. In this exclusive interview he speaks about his time on the road, making music with Chronixx and now branching out as a lead artist himself with his new single Ups and Downs. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Her new song “You” with Damian Marley is a certified banger. The song is about two lovers who can't seem to find harmony with each other. Damian is in full character as he laments ‘That one here named “you” I know you think that I'm a hunting boy And I don't really wanna waste my time' as he goes back and forth with Yendry. In the music video the two can be seen taunting each other and playing into the camera their frustrations with each other. The Dominican and Italian singer whose musical style is a mix between Bachata, Merengue, salsa, R&B and electro flows comfortably with the Gong's reggae flow as she sings the hook “I'm not staying over tonight but if you had to choose, would you see me twice We keep on playing with fire, Someone's gonna loose burning in desire”. After entering X factor Italy in 2012 Yendry earned her a record deal with Sony Music Italy. In 2020 after the release of the singles Barrio and Nena she achieved international popularity and she signed a double record deal contract with RCA Records and Sony Music Latin. She was nominated Best New artist at the 2021 MTV Millennium Awards. Powered by Audi Jamaica --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

The top women in dancehall are yet to hit the Billboard chart. Here, Anthony Miller and I discuss how they might hit the Billboard charts using culture and big records. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Ziggy Marley is the eldest son of Bob Marley. He is an eight time grammy award winner with multiple hits and world class tours under his belt. In this podcasts he shares insights into the music industry on how to make it as an independent artist and adapt to changes in the industry. With five children, the reggae icon Ziggy Marley knows a few things about what kids like and need. His children's books, My Dog Romeo (July 27/Akashic Books) and Little John Crow (November 2/Akashic Books) celebrate our love for dogs, the earth and learning to accept the differences in others.  He co-wrote Little John Crow which is based in his birthplace of Jamaica, with his wife Orly.   The couple is passionate about the importance of music and reading in the development of children and are excited to share these heartwarming stories with families around the world. Ziggy is an eight time Grammy award-winner, Emmy winner and philanthropist.His early immersion in music stated at ag 10 with his father.  The artist's non-profit charity, URGE (Unlimited Resources Giving Enlightenment) supports efforts in Jamaica, Ethiopia and other developing nations.  The charity's objective is to build new schools an operate health clinics with the focus on youth by developing and supporting educational programs. They will be donating books to Mary's Child and the Chepstowe Basic School in Jamaica. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Savannah Baker has styled everyone in the music industry including Rihanna for several of her projects such as the Savage Fenty photoshoot and the Grammys Wild Thoughts Performance with DJ Khaled. She styled Usher, Katy Perry, done album covers for PopCaan, Damian Marley and Spice. She is charming, creative and making an impact on the world of art and entertainment. In this interview we talk about her life's journey, her work and her interest in becoming a mentor to young artists by developing a major project in Jamaica.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings join me to discuss music, music business and how to monetize culture. They are the hosts of Earn Your Leisure Podcast which is the one of the top Business podcast. Follow IG @jrwatkis Youtube.com/worldmusicview --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

Chris Williams is the CEO of Proven Wealth. In this episode he shares lessons from the financial industry that can be applied to the music and cresative industries. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support

With over one billion streams across streaming platforms, Stephanie Victoria Allen aka Stefflon Don is the most successful female contemporary rapper/Dancehall DJ from the UK. She code-switches effortlessly, often showcasing her jamaican roots and enduring mic skills in her music videos. Her aggression, witty lyrics and ability to make hit songs gained her success in the music industry in multiple genres. In just 5 years she has demonstrated that she is a cut above the rest having won a Mobo Award, NME Award, was nominated for a BET Award and she was added to the European Entertainment Category of Forbes 30 under 30 list. The Don has worked with many billboard charting singers from Mariah Carey, Sean Paul, Big Sean and her top ten UK Hit Hurting me with French Montana has almost 200 million views on YouTube. In this interview we talk about her Jamaican roots, her Buju Banton connection and how she uses being a woman to her advantage. She also answers whether or not she is the Beyonce of her family. Hi Stefflon, Wassup, how are you doing? I am very good thank you. I remember seeing you for the first time when Ebro posted you, so beautiful, aggressive and potent. Where are you from? I was born in England but my parents were born and raised in Jamaica and I still have sisters and brothers living in Jamaica. What's your Buju Banton connection, I noticed you were one of the few foreign artists on his show. I actually knew someone that knew him. When he was incarcerated I used to send my love and I feel like because he knew I used to do that, he just felt like a certain respect level was there and he said he really liked my stuff and wanted me on his album so he reached out. And you did a good song on his album and I loved your performance, but I also love your freestyle performances with a bunch of people behind you. It seems like you will rock any house, why is that your signature style? I feel like as a creative when I am creating it is more effective when more people are involved. I bring people together with my creation. If you are listening to my music in a car or at home I want you to get the same vibe when you hear the song. What's ‘Daily Duppy'? It's a show called Grime Daily on YouTube. They get artists to come on the channel. They stand up by a mic and a lot of UK artists get on that platform to display their skills and show people what they do. Dutchavelli is your brother. I discovered him on Daily Duppy? Yes He is. Have you done a collaboration with him? We got a couple hits coming. I notice you are the Beyoncé of your family, are you from a musical family? (Laughs) I wouldn't say I am the Beyoncé of my family but I do come from a musical family. All my brothers and sisters all have some involvement in music. Do you find it harder as a woman in the industry? Not at all. I always used being a woman at my advantage. It's the people's choice and most people that turn up to shows are women so being a woman I stand out. So I do use being a woman to my advantage. Thank you so much Stefflon Don. Thank You! For the full conversation listen to Stefflon Don episode of World Music Views Podcast on Apple and Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/worldmusicviews/support