It’s gonna be a Lovely Day

I have noticed that I struggle with my emotions at this time of the year. It’s by no means unique to me. The start of a

Sometimes your life feels like, a broken rollercoaster

When I shared my internal ramblings related to Coronavirus/COVID-19 in early 2020 I didn’t dream that in 2022 we would s

Max Romeo – Chase The Devil

The song was blasted into the spotlight (again?) when it was featured in Netflix’s Luke Cage (which has since been cancelled

I’ll Just Dance

The sounds of Su Lee’s – I’ll Just Dance has infected me and I’m loving it. It is giving my classic Ne

Japan Scene 8: My Japanese rap album?

I didn’t know that I’d one day be an international rap superstar releasing a Japanese rap album. My fandom started

Protoje – Blood Money: Lyrics and Video

“This song is so socially relevant, people connect to it on first listen. It’s speaking about things that are collectively

Nesbeth – My Dream (Look at me now)

So I am tired, frustrated and reluctantly dragging myself to school after work, squished into a route taxi, in traffic, rain i

From the Jamaipanese.com Archives – October 2013

Back again with another pick of three posts from the Jamaipanese.com archives. From a beautiful Jamaica-themed video project 

Chronixx – Smile Jamaica – Video and Lyrics

Jamaica’s local music scene has spawned many international hits and superstars over the decades and our music has influe

Japan’s Reggae Affair A Deception? – Jamaica Gleaner

An interesting article entitled “Japan’s Reggae Affair A Deception?” was published in last Sunday’s J

Tomorrow Will Glow – Single by Machaco to benefit the Tōhoku Disaster Relief Effort

Machaco is a Japanese reggae singer I blogged about many years ago. I went on to meet her in person and she even welcomed me i

Genki Sudo’s World Order Album Music Videos

My occasional foray into Japanese popular music or J-pop unearths some real gems from time to time and I think I have found an

Japanese Woman Living In My Closet

I recently discovered and have been listening to a catchy song called Japanese Woman living in my Closet by the indie rock ban

Ichi-Bam Dancers from Japan on Dancin’ Dynamites

Talent shows are all the rage now from singing to dancing to drumming. North American shows like American Idol and Dancing wit

MTV Japan 2010 VMAs – Reggae Video Nominees

Japan is the second largest music market in the world with a vibrant local music scene and deep connection to the global music

Queen Ifrica

Queen Ifrica is a reggae songstress that has been blazing a trail on the local music scene for a few years now but has recentl

‘Rise Again’ – Haiti Relief Song Music Video

It has been less that a month since a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti and devastating the capital city of  Port-au-Prin

Made in Jamaica – a Unique Documentary

The most popular export and one of the main reasons Jamaica is more than just a dot on the map is music. Jamaica’s dynam

Jamaican Music – Mr G – Before the Year Done

The local music scene in Jamaica is a very vibrant one. The history of Jamaican music is a very interesting one an it is alway

The Bird and The Bee – Love Letter to Japan

I music track that I have been listening to over and over lately is  “Love Letter to Japan” by The Bird and The B

Ryo the Skywalker – Japareggae Artist

Over the years since starting this blog I have had to the opportunity to meet many persons who share my interest in Japan both

Jamaican Music Album Cover Designs

Jamaica has a rich musical heritage stretching back long before we even became an independent country. Jamaican musicians and

Machaco – Reggae Songstress from Japan

One of the strongest bonds between Jamaica and Japan is Jamaica’s music and entertainment scene. Every year thousands of

Roots Rock Reggae Party in Japan

Japan’s love affair with Jamaican music continues. Shibuya’s Seco Bar and Lounge is set to be transformed into a C