Impressive lineup unveiled for Shaggy’s Island Music Conference 2026: Registration now open

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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Tributes pour in for musician Stephen “Cat” Coore

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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Clarendon police working to further reduce major crimes this year

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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Gov’t positioning itself to take full advantage of UN High Seas Treaty

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz will begin the year in 70th position on the Fifa Coca Cola world rankings

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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Execution-focused direction for strengthening Jamaica’s national quality framework, set at first 2026 NQCO meeting

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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143 officers within the St. Catherine south police division trained to use body-cams

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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PM reassures that hurricane donations are being managed and guided by the highest standards

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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IMF approves disbursement of US$415 million for Jamaica to assist with hurricane recovery

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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Reggae Boys clip Grenada one nil under interim head coach Rudolph Speid

The premier annual gathering of global music professionals in the Caribbean, returns to Kingston, for its 4th staging from February 25-28,2026 during Reggae Month, under the theme: ‘Music is the Unifying Force.’

This year’s conference boasts an impressive lineup of keynote speakers showcasing expertise in artistry, leadership, storytelling, and the business of music.

Keynote speakers include Shyne, former Bad Boy Records artiste turned Belizean politician, who will share his story from ‘Stage to State’ and Rodney Barnes, acclaimed storyteller & creative strategist.

Panels include ‘The Power of the Producer’ and ‘Breaking into Publishing’ with industry heavyweights like Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, Martin Kierszenbaum, and more!

Registration for this epic music event is now open at www.islandmusicconference.com

Stay tuned to the 107s, IRIE FM social media pages or follow @IslandMusicConference on Instagram for updates!

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