Celebrating culture & diversity
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Star Djene: African and German Heritage
In this Unieros podcast episode, listen to our conversation with Star Djeene, a singer and performer. We talk about her African and German heritage, life in Jamaica, and what diversity means for her. You can listen to her EP “Into the True Blue” on social media platforms. Listen to the podcast epidsode Unieros leverages the…
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Event Review: Tings A Gwaan – A Celebration of Jamaican & Caribbean Culture
We’re still buzzing with the incredible energy from our recent event, Tings A Gwaan. Everyone who attended felt the impact of this celebration on Jamaican and Caribbean culture. The highlight of the day was the mesmerizing dub poetry performance by the award-winning Ras Takura. His spoken words came to life with rhythm and emotion, touching…
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Dub Poetry: Rhythmic Expression of Words
In the vibrant realm of spoken word and performance art, one genre stands out for its captivating fusion of poetry, music, and social commentary. Dub Poetry is a unique form of expression that originated in Jamaica. In this blog post, we will explore the essence of Dub Poetry, its roots, characteristics, and significance in Jamaican…
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Enjoy Jukanoo at Goombay Festival Celebrating The Bahamas’ 50th Independence
You’ve probably heard about Little Havana and Little Haiti neighborhoods in Miami. You should also know that there’s also Little Bahamas, a charming neighborhood in Coconut Grove, southwest of downtown Miami. Coconut Grove has a rich history in Bahamian heritage since they first migrated to the area in the early 1900s. One of the most…
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Experience Jamaica Carnival 2023: Highlights
Carnival in Kingston, Jamaica is a Caribbean annual celebration that brings out the vibrancy of music and people living in tropical places. Held mid-April each year, Jamaica’s carnival is filled with soca music blaring from trucks, and parade-goers twerking, wearing colorful costumes that show off their bodies. Firstly, Caribbean carnivals have a rich history dating…