Christopher Martin Devastated After Mass Shooting At His Grandmother’s Wake
Reggae artist Christopher Martin expressed deep sadness and dismay as his grandmother’s wake was the scene of a mass shooting on Wednesday morning, a few hours ago.
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Aidonia To Headline Rapid Rave Caribbean Music Festival In Florida
Dancehall star Aidonia will be the headliner of the Rapid Rave Caribbean Music Festival, which will be held at the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, on August 24.
Mr. Vegas Says He’ll Take Photos With Queer Fans, But Won’t Invite Them On Stage Like Spice
When it comes to queer fans, singjay Mr. Vegas says he has no qualms about taking photos but won’t invite them on stage if their behavior contradicts dancehall’s gender norms.
Spice’s ‘Mirror 25’ Debuts On Billboard Reggae Albums Chart
Mirror 25, the Queen of Dancehall Spice‘s third studio album, has debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.
Chris Gayle Receives iTunes Plaque
Dancehall’s ‘Universe Boss’ Chris Gayle has received a plaque from iTunes for headlining the “Tropical House Cruises to Jamaica The Asian Edition album.
Producers Face Off Over Royalty Splits For Tiger’s ‘When’ In Wake Of Drake Interpolation
There is a mushrooming dispute over the compositional rights of Tiger’s song When in the wake of news that Drake’s latest track, Blue Green Red, allegedly interpolates lyrics and melody from the Dancehall artist’s 1991 song without permission.
Health Minister Chris Tufton Praises Valiant As A “Good Man” At St. Catherine Event
Dancehall artist Valiant proclaimed Health and Wellness Minister Christopher Tufton “Di Gyal dem Bubblegum” during his performance at the Minister’s Vibes Pon Di Hill stage show at Point Hill in St Catherine on Friday night.
Vybz Kartel Laughs At Unsolicited Advice After Queen Ifrica Urges Him To “Humble Himself” Before God
Dancehall’s main topic Vybz Kartel has had enough unsolicited advice since his release from prison last month.
Shyne Offers Advice To Vybz Kartel: “Move With Humility, Strategy And Purpose”
Belizean rapper-turned-politician Shyne, known for his storied days with Sean ‘Puffy’ Combs’ Bad Boy Records, just finished a whirlwind visit to Jamaica where he chopped it up with dancehall star Vybz Kartel.
Retired Windies Cricketer Marlon ‘Icon’ Samuels advised Vybz Kartel: “Lets Leave Jamaica, Go See Some Doctor”
Retired West Indies all-rounder turned Dancehall artist Marlon “Icon” Samuels revealed that he had suggested to Vybz Kartel that they consider flying out of Jamaica on a private jet to seek medical treatment, seemingly for the Life We Living artist’s Graves Disease.
Shawn Storm Says Portmore Empire Reunion Isn’t In His Hands
While some fans are clamouring for a Portmore Empire reunion at Vybz Kartel’s post-prison concert in December, loyalist Shawn Storm is not interested.
Vybz Kartel To Headline First Post-Prison Concert On December 31
Downsound executive Skatta Burrell has indicated that Vybz Kartel’s first concert since his release from prison will take place on New Year’s Eve, December 31.
Popcaan Picks Up Eighth Silver Certification In The UK
Dancehall star Popcaan has earned his eighth silver certification in the United Kingdom with Can’t Hold We Down, a 2019 collaboration with British rapper Kano.
Sean Paul’s ‘The Trinity’ Album Certified Platinum In The UK
Sean Paul’s 2005 album, The Trinity, is now certified Platinum in the United Kingdom. The British Phonographic Industry (BPI) announced the certification on Firday (August 16), marking the sales and streaming equivalent of 300,000 album units recorded in the country.
Sean Paul Finally Releases A Track On Dave Kelly’s ‘Showtime’ Riddim After 27 Years
After 27 years, Dancehall superstar Sean Paul has finally had the chance to record on Dave Kelly’s iconic Showtime riddim – a juggling riddim he has long wished to voice, and which is famous for hits like Wayne Wonder’s Searching Dem Searching and Bounty Killer’s Eagle and the Hawk.
Buju Banton Describes Streaming Pay As “Modern-Day Robbery”
Buju Banton has once again lamented losing the sense of ownership that he used to feel when in possession of vinyl records, which he says offer a more immersive experience compared to streaming or other digital music forms.
Queen Of Dancehall Spice Dismisses Buju Banton’s Criticism Of Afrobeats
Queen of Dancehall Spice has pushed back against Buju Banton’s claim that Afrobeats is “f-ckery.” The comment, made by Banton during his appearance on Revolt TV’s Drink Champs, sparked backlash, leading Spice to weigh in during an Instagram Live with Nigerian-Romanian broadcaster Daddy Freeze earlier this week.
Ras-I Remains Connected To The Root Of Reggae As He Completes New Album
As Reggae artist Ras-I continues work on his third studio album, he says his steady success is attributed to sticking to the root of the genre.
Buju Banton Says Original Ganja Farmers Outshine Cannabis Dispensaries: “The Herb For Profit Don’t Inspire”
Buju Banton has expressed his preference for smoking ganja cultivated by traditional farmers over dispensary cannabis, as he believes commercially-grown marijuana lacks the ability to provide inspiration to users, unlike the ones grown in open fields.
Interview: Shaggy Says He Plans To Make Music For Years To Come
Despite decades in the industry, Grammy Award-winning Jamaican artist Shaggy remains unsure if he’s reached his full potential.