Enjoy a conversation with Anguillan singer/songwriter BANKIE BANX. Hear the Caribbean legend himself discuss growing up in a musical family, his unique recording style, touring with Jimmy Cliff and putting on concerts on deserted islands in the Caribbean. Bankie's first Caribbean hit "Prince of Darkness" released in 1977 and was followed up by his first album "Roots and Herbs" in 1978, which pioneered reggae music in the Eastern Caribbean.  He was the first performer from Anguilla to...

Positive vibes flow from legendary musician, multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter and actor JIMMY CLIFF, one of the original artists to bring Reggae music to the world. Hear Jimmy talk about writing and recording his 1992 album "Breakout", including the song "Stepping Out of Limbo", his passion for music of Zaire and how the "age of CD" changed the way he releases music. Interview segments recorded by phone on October 29, 1992 at the WERS Studios in Boston, MA. A version of this...

Check out my brief, but energic conversation with Jamaican Dancehall singer Tiger. Tiger began performing in the 1970s and is known for his frantic, growling style of deejaying, as well as his comedic, yet conscious lyrics. In this interview, Tiger discusses his comedy and reggae music influences and more. Interview segments recorded live in 1993 at the WERS Studios in Boston, MA. A version of this Podcast featuring classic Tiger musical selections is available to Spotify Premium...

Check out an exclusive interview with legendary singer/songwriter and Lovers Rock originator BERES HAMMOND.  Interview segments recorded live on June 24, 1993 at the WERS Studios in Boston, MA. A version of this Podcast featuring Beres Hammond and The Tamlins with classic musical selections is available to Spotify Premium subscribers by clicking here: https://open.spotify.com/show/4aEBFx02xIGefbyxuI3rKm (those without a Spotify Premium subscription are welcome to listen, but will hear...

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