Carolyn Cooper

Carolyn Cooper, a reggae scholar and founder of the Reggae Studies Unit at Mona University, shares insights on the cultural significance of government yards in Jamaica. Winston McAnuff, a veteran singer known for his role in the Inna De Yard sessions, discusses how these spaces foster creativity and community. They explore the spiritual connections of yards, the role of Nyabingi drumming in reggae, and how artists like Bob Marley drew inspiration from their yard life. Together, they celebrate the rich heritage and resilience embedded in reggae culture.