What is the Jamaican radio station in New York?
IRIE JAM RADIO
IRIE JAM RADIO – The #1 Source for Caribbean Entertainment in New York.
How old is DJ Roy?
Ewart Beckford OD (21 September 1942 – 17 February 2021), known by the stage name U-Roy, was a Jamaican vocalist and pioneer of toasting….U-Roy.
| U-Roy OD | |
|---|---|
| Born | 21 September 1942 Jones Town, Jamaica |
| Died | 17 February 2021 (aged 78) Kingston, Jamaica |
| Genres | Reggae dancehall dub |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
Who owns Irie Jam?
Chairman Bobby Clarke
The Bridge was born out of the Irie Jam Media Group which was founded 28 years ago by Chairman Bobby Clarke. Irie Jam broadcasts daily on WVIP 93.5 FM. The radio programme targets just over two million Caribbean nationals within the United States.
What does Irie mean in Jamaican?
everything is alright and fine
‘Irie’ The Jamaican saying “irie” is often used to mean “everything is alright and fine.” Note that Jamaica has numerous variations when it comes to greeting someone. When someone asks “How are you feeling?” or “How yuh stay?” an appropriate response would be, “Mi irie.”
What is DAB and DAB+?
What is DAB+? DAB stands for digital audio broadcasting. DAB+ is an alternative way of listening to radio and it provides better audio and text information, in the same way that digital tv does.
What do Jamaicans say a lot?
These are the top Jamaican sayings and phrases to use when you visit Jamaica:
- ‘Weh Yuh Ah Seh’ The literal translation of this Jamaican saying is, “What are you saying?”.
- ‘Boonoonoonoos’
- ‘Small Up Yuhself’
- ‘Wah Gwaan’
- ‘Irie’
- ‘Mi Deh Yah, Yuh Know’
- ‘Weh Yuh Deh Pon’
- ‘Ya Mon’
How do you say shut up in Jamaica?
Other English speakers may hear this word and wonder why they’re being told to shut up but for Jamaicans, “hush” is an expression of empathy and/or sympathy. The word is useful in many different situations such as comforting someone who is sick or grieving, or empathizing with someone facing a problem at work.
What is the difference between DAB and DAB+ radio?
DAB+ is an upgraded version of the technology used to bring you DAB digital radio. It is more spectrum efficient than DAB, therefore enabling more radio stations to be broadcast within the same amount of capacity. The majority of digital stations will continue to be broadcast on DAB for the forseeable future.
How do I know if I have DAB+?
If you recently bought a new DAB radio, then the chances are you already have DAB+. The simplest way to be sure is to look for the Digital Radio Tick Mark on the radio or its packaging. All radios that bear that Tick Mark are able to receive FM, DAB and DAB+ stations.
What does Braff mean in Jamaica?
To be Boastful
Braff – To be Boastful Created and popularized by Dancehall artiste Teejay, when a Jamaican is “braff-ing” they are being boastful.
What does PON mean in Jamaican?
PON is a word in Jamaican English (Patois) that carries an intrusive P on the English word ON. WEH YUH DEH PON means ‘What are you doing? ‘ Literally translated as: What are you on (to do)?
What does SML mean in Jamaican texting?
The meaning of SML is: So much love.