BANADS INCOORPORATION!

The vibes of live music !!!!The most spiritual, relaxing and crowd pleasing sound. BANADS INCOORPORATION had the greastest bands in jamaican on one stage,tremendious turn out their were patron like Ibo Cooper,Proteje, C-Sharp and live wyyre band and alot more. The live Wyyre band is know as the best band in jamaican they had won numberous awards and they gave us a wonderful performance at the event, they have tour with gregroy Issacs for six years so at BANADS INCOORPORATION they made a tribute to him to show their love and the was loving every moment of it,they had gregroy Issacs impersonator that had patrons wiping their eyes to see if they are see a ghost. At the end of the performance the patrons wanted more it was great performance.
Then C-Sharp enter the stage and built a different vibes which the patron just love they where dancing singing along and shouting "pull up"!! This band interract with the crowd which everyone loved.
the show was a great experience for up coming bands and musicans.

NOMADDZ DUB POETZ

The Phenomenal Four. The group's success in the JCDC festivals has open the doors to a professional career. This group is going gobal as they held a concert that all comprised of Dub poetry and jamaican slangs,they speak about the reality of life and the fun side of the  jamaica culture. NOMADDZ DUB POETZ thats what they called themself , Comprising of Sheldon Shepherd, Everaldo Creary, Christopher Gordon and O'neil Peart: all members are recipients of the prestigious Jamaican Prime Minster Youth Award for excellence in the field of Arts and Culture .The group recorded their debut album "The Trod" ,the different pitch and tone of each individual is unique and creative they used it to their ability and arrest the audience attention. Their album was also the first Jamaican produced Live Reggae album of the millenium. They used their poetry to paint a picture which everyone can relate to.NOMADDZ uses poetry to express themself and to record the reactions of their personality to the world they lives in. 
The concert was so entertaining each person from the audience like specific line but the part that was enthuse was poo! cooo! poo!cooo!poooo! it was fullfilling.

The ambiance was welcoming.

Manifesto REVOLUTION

EXPOSE,EDUCATE, EMPOWER thats the tag line for Manifesto. It was a trmendious experience, all four aspect of the art in one venue. The Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts was the venue, what better location could they have chosen.

Manifesto had some fine art and culinary which was very authentic and pleasing to bothe the eye stomach, this event is undescribeable it was just facinating. This festival have expose alot of young and upcoming talent both visual and performing, these visuals are like the acesssories such as chains ,braclets earringst that was made from natural materials and also with jamaica and rastafarian colours.

The festival educate us in such a way that every one could showcase their talent but utilize in different ways and means,they have artise that came and sangs positive songs about peace,education and unity, the impact of Jamaican music and culture reggae culture globally.

They have artise that came and sang dancehall lyrics but at the same time they were all university graduates which was very empowering to the youths. They have artise like Tifa, Agent saco,proteje, keida and lots more.Though humble, tarrus riley and dean fraser are delighted with the responses received, based on the audience singing along word for word, I had the privilege of watching these icons. The singers has a down to earth approach towards the group that they opens up to.They has grown attached to the group that is privy to their personal thoughts.I felt compelled to be apart of this festival and the culture just poured out.

A very unique and honest event, this festival is decidedly not just about entertainment but to exhust the national identity and the arts.This was a journey into authentic Caribbean lifestyle and culture.It’s a wonderful experience once again being at this festival and I look forward to a bigger and better next year. The good vibes and energy from the show was tremendious Hotter Than The Equator. Identitydot.

The Beauty Behind Devon House



The Devon House



Devon House stands a proud symbol of Jamaica’s past and its history is compelling, Devon house One of Jamaica’s known and most celebrated historical landmarks. The Devon House Mansion is the architectural dream of Jamaica’s first black millionaire George Stiebel. The Devon House was constructed during the late 19th century at the corner of Trafalgar Road and Hope Road. Stiebel’s legacy lives on with the beautifully maintained Devon House, which was declared a national monument in 1990 by the Jamaica National Heritage Trust.
Devon house have over ten local store which provide every thing local in one location.



The most popular one is The Devon House I Scream shop, it's impossible resist the delicious taste of ice cream, but even more tempting who can fight the range of natural flavours of Devon House I Scream. There are now 27 flavours that can be had at Devon House…including bordeaux cherry, rocky river, strong back, devon stout, pistachio, coconut coffee and sour sop. The Ice Scream Shop have been renovated in a classic 19th century look which captures Jamaica’s architectural past,the new décor reflects an ice cream shop that specializes in exotic Jamaican fruit flavors and also to immerse customers in colonial charm.
Their is also The Brick Oven which is the ultimate pastry stop in Kingston with local pasteries for those persons who cant seem to satisfy their love for sweet and savoury foods.
The Grog Shoppe offers a wonderful blend of local and international cuisine.A section of the facility was once home to the George Stiebel Stables and Coachhouse.

Rum Roast and Royals is popular among local and overseas visitors.The store brings to Devon House a wide range of locally made cigars, jellies, preserves, seasoning and spices, and coffee. The store also offers an excellent blend of liqueurs and wines for that special occasion.

Norma’s On the Terrace Labeled as one of the top 60 new restaurants in the world by Conde Nast Travel Magazine (May, 2000), is situated in the historic georgian style Devon House. Sitting on the cool verandah, enhanced with the wonderful blends of traditional Jamaican cuisine, in exotic variations.

Things Jamaican is a combination of the life experiences, heritage and culture of Jamaica that create an array of products. They are decorative and functional, sometimes traditional with crossovers into the modern, but still maintaining that sweet taste of authentic Jamaica.

Wassi Art is renowned for the creative energy that pervades its pottery works, including a range of hand-made functional and decorative ceramic pieces for those individuals with discerning taste. They have captivating designs such as palm trees, sunsets, fruit and flowers and sea-life themes. Popular themes within this collection include dancers, drummers, fruits and faces.

Cooyah Rootz Wear joins the group at Devon House venues across the globe selling one of the hottest clothing lines ever to come out of Jamaica dubbed Cooyah Rootz Wear. That feature the likes of some of Jamaica’s leading musicians such as Luciano, Tony Rebel, Half Pint, Dennis Brown and of course Robert Nesta Marley.
Elaine Elegance is among the few stores that have remained a constant on the Devon House property, providing a steady flow of return clientele who lavish in the intricate designs of store operator Elaine Ellington. Ellington designs using natural threads and handmade techniques to create truly one of a kind creations in the ancient Caribbean art of crochet, cutwork, batten berg lace and hand embroidery.
Starfish Oils first opened its doors at Devon House in 2003 introducing what has become a popular offering to our patrons. The unforgettable Caribbean scents including aroma body oils, candles, bath oils and body sprays.
Devon House is a build historical site that remain the same base on the fact that each and every individual can have a learning experience and proclaim their national identity.