Articles tagged with "jamaica"
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Remembering Peter Tosh’s ‘Legalize It’
Hannah Meadows - Published on February 15, 2017Read morePeter Tosh’s family announced that a remix was quietly in the works to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the late musician’s hit song, “Legalize It.”
‘Alive for 36 and Gone for 36’: Remembering Bob Marley
Trina Calderón - Published on February 6, 2017Read morePhotographer, writer, and DJ Roger Steffens has written several books on Bob Marley’s life and music. In this interview, he talks about Bob, Jamaica, and the growth of reggae music.
7 Jamaican Cannabis Strains to Try in Honor of Bob Marley’s Birthday
Will Hyde - Published on February 6, 2017Read moreTo celebrate Bob Marley, a man who spent his life singing songs of universal peace, love, and cannabis, here are 7 strains that were influenced by him and his home island of Jamaica.
Jamaica Native Yaadcore Spins Spiritual Reggae Sounds
Trina Calderón - Published on January 12, 2017Read moreReggae music is Jamaica’s national treasure and popular native DJ Yaadcore has emerged a brilliant devotee. He’s a strong advocate for the roots resurgence in reggae music.
Peter Tosh is Getting His Own Museum and Cannabis Brand
Dan McCarthy - Published on October 18, 2016Read moreAs fans celebrate what would’ve been the reggae icon’s 72nd birthday, a museum, nonprofit foundation, and product line will help his legacy live on.
What’s the Significance of the Lion and Cannabis in Rastafarian Culture?
Ross Scully - Published on August 10, 2016Read moreLearn about the origins of the lion in Rastafarian culture and its connection to the cannabis plant.
Visiting Jamaica? New Proposal Would Bring Cannabis Kiosks to Airport
Tyler Newman - Published on July 8, 2016Read moreWelcome to Jamaica. Need a medical cannabis card? A new proposal would let you pick one up just as soon as you land on the island.
The Shake: State Dept. Says DEA is Wrong on Cannabis
Ben Adlin - Published on May 6, 2016Read moreOakland wants to be the cannabis capital of California, Obama cuts short 58 prisoners’ sentences, and Jamaica adopts initial regulations to launch the ganja industry.
U.N. Hears Major Differences on Global Approach to Drug Use
The Associated Press - Published on April 21, 2016Read moreThe first U.N. General Assembly special session to address global drug policy in nearly 20 years heard major differences on the approach to drug use on its second day on Wednesday.
State of the Leaf: Montana Dispensaries Going Dark, Alaska Considers Punishing Villages, and Jamaica Readies for License Applicants
Lisa Rough - Published on March 10, 2016Read moreMajor changes are afoot! Here’s the cannabis legalization news you need to know.