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In this episode we’re talking to music marketing maven Chelsea Grant, she been in the music and entertainment industry for a few years now and recently joined Caribbean record label VP Records as a project manager working with album launches for Chris Martin, Busy Signal, Jah Cure and many more. We talk a lot about the consumption of music and trends that I thought it would be a great idea to talk more about the business side. While we get to learn about her journey, she gives some insightful gems about the state of the business side, the actual impact and value of reggae/dancehall and what artist can do to continue to grow in the business.

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Stylin’ on:  Signature Style & Vibes Sweatshirt

Vibin’ to:  Busy Signal “Parts of the Puzzle”

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In this episode I’m connecting with my ladies of Sip n Chat, an online radio program hosted Kerry, Jendayi, Jo Wheeler and myself, produced by Ronnie Tomlison. We’re dissecting impact of Noise Abatement Act being re-enforced on the the Dancehall community, particularly in the country’s capital Kingston, cutting the end time of street Dancehall parties at 12am during the week and 2am on the weekends. Street dances are a significant part of Dancehall culture that happens starts at night and goes until sunrise the next day. As the government looks to enforce the law that was introduced in the late 1990s the, we evaluate the responses from the community, potential impact from a tourism perspective, the negative impact on the dancehall community (primarily DJs, selectors, dancers and vendors)  and discuss potential opportunities.

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Stylin’ on:  William McIntosh Box Tee Collection

Vibin’ to:  “Leader” Masicka & Dexta Daps 

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There so many aspects to the Reggae music industry! Sound system culture is at the cornerstone of the one of the most loved and influential musical genres globally. In this episode I connect with the crew from Reggae Lovers Podcast, Āgard and Khalil Wonda about how they started their sound system, how they’ve evolved as DJs and how much the role of the DJ/Selector/Sounds have changed. 

Stylin’ On:  Jae Jolly 

Vibin’ to: B.L.E.M. EP by Tarrus Riley

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We’re giving you more style! In this episode Syn of Caribbean Style Phyle and I are talking about Caribbean designers at New York Fashion Week. Cushnie, by Carly Cushnie, Pyer Moss by Kerby Jean Raymond and Savage Fenty by Rihanna.

Stylin’ On: Caribbean Designers

•  Cushnie SS/20 Phenomenal Mother
• Pyer Moss  Collection 3 - Sister (see full show  here) 
•  Savage x Fenty by Rihanna

Vibin’ to: “Games” by Tosh Alexander (also check out the  video)

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We’ve all heard the term “Gyallis” is a popular Danceahall slang for a man that is romantically involved with multiple women. Jamaican entertainment newspaper The Star put out an article about  Gyallis culture being cancelled because more Dancehall artist  are getting married. In this episode executive producer Kerry-Ann and Shawn of Reggae Talk Podcast go in on this topic and evaluate if this is true or not.

Stylin’ On:  Brass Triangle Cuff by 84 Gem 

 Vibin to: Jah Cure’s  Royal Soldier , check out Pretty Face, it’s one of my favorite songs on the album.

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K’Coneil is a talented Jamaican born, New York-based artist that has been growing steadily over the last few years charting Billboard, winning awards, collaborating with various artists like Stonebwoy and Kreesha Turner, making music that the ladies adore with nuff island vibes. In the episode K’Coneil gets into why his musical style is considered genre-fluid, doing reggae/dancehall being based in NYC, his growth as an artist, how his childhood shaped his views on life and music and of course his style!

Stylin’ on: The Lost Tribe’s Carnival costume theme:  Anansi  (Trinidad Carnival 2020)

Vibin’ to: K’Coneil’s  Finesse & Style

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Syntyche Clarke has been working with Caribbean fashion designers in New York City and the Caribbean region for years. Syn has produced fashion shows and co-founded her former online boutique Signature 78. Syn is now transforming the curation space with  Caribbean Style Phyle, an online platform dedicated to showcasing Caribbean designers, lifestyle brands and stylist in the region and the diaspora.

We’ve teamed up to bring you a monthly segment on the podcast called Caribbean Style Phyle meets Style & Vibes, where we dissect Caribbean Fashion trends, designers and key fashion moments that intersect with music. 

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 Reggae Sumfest 2019 was pure fire! There was so much to unpack from Jamaica’s premier reggae and dancehall stage festival of the summer; from the brand marketing, production and of course the performances. In this episode executive product Kerry-Ann and I breakdown all of the moments that made Reggae Sumfest a hit in 2019 so you can make sure you don’t miss 2020! 

Check out the live stream  Night 1 |  Night 2

Stylin’ on: Marie Lime’s  Caribbean Traveler Bag 

Vibin’ to: Sevana’s  “Nobody Man” 

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Carnival can be an overwhelming experience to plan. In this episode I’m speaking with Shermica Farquhar, founder of  Soka Tribe, to discuss Carnival’s cultural impact on her a Brooklyn native, starting Soka Tribe in Washington DC and preparing mentally and physically for the main event! Soka Tribe holds classes, event performances and hosts revelers on a trip to Trinidad Carnival. This year she’s bringing her Soka Tribe crew back to Trinidad and she’s inviting you to  Travel with Soka Tribe for a personalized and curated experience to her heritage country. Leh wi go! 

Stylin’ on:  Fe Noel’s Bloomingdales Collection

Vibin’ to: Lila Ike’s  “Where I’m Coming From” 

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Executive Produced by Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown of  Breadfruit Media

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Jamaican DJ/Producer Washly Fire’s who’s career in music has had a steady rise of success. Walshy Fire’s knowledge of various music genres and a deep understanding of music’s cultural impact globally make him stand out in any crowd. Well known for being one-third of the DJ/Producer supergroup Major Lazer, Walshy Fire recently released his album “Abeng” a project that brings the sounds of the Caribbean and Africa together on one project (we’ve talked about the similarities and the rise the cultural connections on our  Afrobeats podcast episode.) In this episode, Walshy Fire talks about his rise in the music industry as a DJ, his shift into being a producer, his views on negativity and his cultural and musical shift towards positive vibes only.  

Stylin’ on:  Theodore Elyett’s Queen of Junkanoo robe worn by Michelle Williams for an Essence magazine spread (Also check out Essence  Behind the Fete article by  Vanessa James

Vibin’ to:  Michael Brun’s “Lokal” 

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