Many Canadians know Michie Mee for her contributions to hip-hop, notably her 1991 track "Jamaican Funk ." In 2012, the MC released "Bahdgyal Bubble," an exhilarating dancehall track. Dancehall is ...

As a musician, Jahmar Anthony, who works under the name of DJ Jahmar, tries to honor his Jamaican roots while presenting ...

Many at the celebration, including the filmmaker Reshma B, who produced the Studio 17 documentary, reflected on the connection between Jamaica, reggae and hip-hop. “Kool Herc, a Jamaican kid ...

Rap focuses on rhythm as opposed to melody or ... The influence of Jamaican music can be heard in the offbeat Reggae rhythm and instruments.