Kingston, Jamaica? A generation ago, reggae anthems by Bob Marley and Peter Tosh preached concepts of “one love,” legal marijuana and social justice. But today’s version of Jamaica’s native music is ...

'Why dem try to make I unhappy, really and truly, I don't know," the gruff yet sinuous voice of Buju Banton chides. The words, from Banton's 1997 hit "Hills and Valleys," are warmly received by the ...

A deal has been struck between reggae's dancehall artists and gay rights organisations to prohibit violently homophobic lyrics. Under the agreement brokered in London with the help of Scotland Yard, ...

Reggae music has a way of pulling people in with its laid-back rhythm, meaningful lyrics, and enduring energy. From legendary solo performers to iconic reggae bands, the genre has shaped music culture ...

It originated on a small Carribean island and grew to become a global phenomenon recognised as a cultural institution by ...

International Reggae Day is celebrated on July 1 every year. Here’s how reggae was born in Jamaica, why the day was created and how the genre transformed global music.