Wayne Wonder Endorses Vybz Kartel’s Message To Youths To Avoid Crime
Dancehall singer Wayne Wonder is urging young people to learn from Vybz Kartel’s experience and avoid a similar path.
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The Serendipity Of Vybz Kartel Being Freed On The Eve Of Emancipation Day
At the stroke of midnight on August 1, 1838, Reverend William Knibb declared “The negro is free” upon the full freedom of slaves in Jamaica.
Gyptian Talks New EP ‘Guarded’
Reggae/Dancehall artist Gyptian is pleased with the response to his Guarded EP, his first album project in over a decade.
Yung Lion, Trinidadian-American Reggae Artist, Grateful For Sumfest Reception, Says Speaking Patois Comes Naturally
Teenage Trinidadian-American reggae artist Yung Lion says he is grateful for the warm reception he received during his debut at Reggae Sumfest.
Etana Releases Eighth Album ‘Nectar Of The Gods’
Reggae artist Etana is particularly proud of her latest album, Nectar of the Gods, which was released today (July 26) on all digital music platforms.
Wesrok Hails Jamaica Constabulary Force As An “Honourable Institution”
Reggae-country singer Wesrok, who served for two decades in the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) and rose to the rank of Superintendent, has described the policing body as a noble institution that helped him escape rural poverty.
Roger Steffens Says Marley Family Failed To Match Joe Bogdanovich’s Offer For Massive Bob Marley Collection
Reggae superfan and journalist Roger Steffens has disclosed that the Marleys failed to match the offer made by music impresario Josef Bogdanovich, who reportedly closed a deal to bring a veritable trove of Bob Marley memorabilia and artifacts to Jamaica.
Bunny Wailer Estate In “Hot Mess” After Executor Conflicts, DNA Testing Dispute
There is mushrooming discontent among Bunny Wailer Estate beneficiaries about the role played by co-executor Abijah Adasenaki Livingston.
Reggae Legend Max Romeo Accuses UMG Of Racial Bias In Lawsuit Over Unpaid Royalties
Reggae legend Max Romeo has claimed in new court filings that Universal Music Group (UMG) and Polygram Publishing’s practice of failing to send royalty statements was particularly prevalent for Jamaican Reggae artists, many of whom are Black.
Nigy Boy’s Take On Suggestions That He’s Revolutionized Dancehall
Continental singer Nigy Boy responded with a light-hearted joke when asked about people claiming he has singlehandedly revolutionized Dancehall following his stunning debut performance at Reggae Sumfest Concert Night Two.
Donovan Germain Says He Steered Agent Sasco Away From Clashing With Vybz Kartel, Focused On Long-Term Career
This summer marks 25 years since Agent Sasco began his Dancehall career, a milestone influenced by legendary music producer Donovan Germain, who had managed Sasco during his formative years.
Kimiela ‘Candy’ Isaacs Becomes First Visually-Impaired ‘Jamaica Festival Song’ Winner
Decorated musician and educator Kimiela ‘Candy’ Isaacs made history on Saturday night by becoming the first visually-impaired artist to win the Jamaica Festival Song competition in its 58-year history.
LA Lewis Beats Portmore Toll Booth Breach Charges
President Abraham Lincoln once wrote “the man who defends himself in court has a fool for a lawyer and a jackass for a client”.
Interview: QQ Reflects On Music Career 20 Years Later
Dancehall artist QQ is officially celebrating 20 years in the music industry. The entertainer, whose real name is Kareem Dawkins, rose to fame at just ten years old with Poverty and became Jamaica’s youngest child star with a hit song.
10 Of Bob Marley’s Most Covered Songs
Reggae legend Bob Marley‘s music, with its messages of love, unity, and social justice, has resonated with artists from every corner of the globe.
Chimney Records Producer David Hayle Endorses The New Sound Of Dancehall
Jamaican producer David Hayle of Chimney Records says he supports experimentation and the new sound of Dancehall.
The Story Behind The Song: Bounty Killer’s Dad Mistakenly Thought He Was Throwing “Shade” At Him In “Mama”
Bounty Killer‘s father was upset at him for a long while, this after the deejay released the single Mama (Not In A Good Mood), thinking the lines about a ‘gambling papa’ were falsely aimed at him, according to the songwriter Angel Doolas.
Govana Says New Album ‘Legacy’ Shows Why He Is The Bridge Between Old And New School Dancehall
Dancehall artist Govana says his second album, Legacy, shows why he is the bridge between old school and new school through the collaborations on the project.
The Time 4×4 Exodus “Paid” Bounty Killer For Dubplates With A 10-Wheeler Leyland Truck
Bounty Killer was once ‘paid’ a 10-wheeler Leyland truck courtesy of the late owner of 4×4 Exodus Sound System, Errol “Fada Duss” Hayles, to record as many dubplates as the deejay could belt out.
Popcaan’s Brother Squidell Talks New Music Industry Book ‘Essential Notes’
Music executive Demonie “Squidell” Wilson, the older brother and former manager of Dancehall star Popcaan, has published his first book, Essential Notes: A Glimpse into the Reality of the Music Industry, with the expectation that it will broaden readers’ perspectives on the music industry.