Caribbean

by Max Hammonds, MD Doctor Bob folded up his stethoscope and put it in his pocket. “Is there anything else I should know, Ken?” He stood at the counter, entering his findings of the yearly physical for this retiree. “No, don’t think so.” Ken buttoned his shirt. “Marie’s home packing.Continue Reading

by James Cassara Right up front, Taj Weekes, the St. Lucia born Reggae master and social advocate makes it clear: Rasta love is not about homophobia and herb is not about smoking marijuana. “For true Rastafarians, One Love is much more than a song. It’s a creed, one which governsContinue Reading

by Eddie LeShure The steel pan, an amazing musical discovery born in the Caribbean nation of Trinidad & Tobago, is often associated with sandy beaches, tropical climates and cruise ships. That’s not exactly what you get from the jazz-fusion quartet, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra. What you do get is a classically-trainedContinue Reading