Shaggy Says He’s Having Fun Making Spice’s New Album
Spice’s debut album TEN is edging ever closer to its much-anticipated release and executive-producer Shaggy is very excited about the project.
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Shenseea Treats Die-Hard Fans With Cash, Gifts On ‘Yeng Day’
Dancehall starlet Shenseea has dubbed today May 20, Yeng Day, which marks the anniversary of her breakthrough single, ShengYeng Anthem that was released three years ago today, and what she says holds sentimental meaning to her.
Beenie Man, Romain Virgo, Jesse Royal For St. Vincent Benefit Concert: “Stronger Together”
Intending to raise US$100 million from Sunday’s virtual showcase, “Stronger Together: We Are A Global Family”, in support of St Vincent and the Grenadines, the organizers have announced that Jamaican entertainers Beenie Man, Romain Virgo and Jesse Royal are among the acts scheduled to perform.
Dancehall Star TeeJay Shares Proud Moment With ‘Legend’ Timbaland
Dancehall artist TeeJay is already seeing rewards from his consistent efforts, and was recently seen vibing in the company of American super-producer Timbaland.
U-Roy’s Posthumous Album Revealed With Shaggy, Ziggy Marley, Rygin King, Tarrus Riley & More
Trojan Jamaica/BMG has announced the upcoming release of U-Roy’s final full-length album, titled Solid Gold U-Roy.
Konshens Unimpressed With ‘Paint the City, Paint the Town’ Project
Dancehall star Konshens, appears not to be impressed with the Government’s recent announcement that it would be spending $300 million on the first phase of its ‘Paint the City, Paint the Town’ project.
“Can You Believe It?” Shabba Ranks, Maxi Priest’s Hit Song ‘Housecall’ Turns 30
Housecall, the 1991 hit song by Shabba Ranks, featuring Maxi Priest turns 30 on Friday, and from all indications, the duo is ready to celebrate the Billboard top 40 charting track.
Bounty Killer Makes It Clear That He Does Not “Rate” Alkaline
Dancehall veteran Bounty Killer has made it clear to Vendetta fans that he does not “rate” Ocean Wave deejay Alkaline.
Messado Files For Bankruptcy, Frustrates Mavado’s Attempt To Reclaim $30 Million
Jennifer Messado has filed for bankruptcy, a move that could frustrate Dancehall artist Mavado’s attempts to reclaim all of the $30 million owed to him by the embattled, now-disbarred attorney-at-law.
Spragga Benz, Buju Banton Use Prince Harry’s ‘Gun Gesture’ To Defend Antonio Watson
Dancehall artists Spragga Benz and Buju Banton have called out what they say are double standards in the criticism of Jamaican teen sprinter Antonio Watson after he gestured ‘gun fingers’ to celebrate a win during Champs at the National Stadium last Saturday.
Joyner Lucas, Mark Wahlberg Hail Beenie Man’s ’90s Classic In New Video
American rapper Joyner Lucas dropped his star-studded Zim Zimma visual, featuring Diddy, George Lopez, and Mark Wahlberg who gave a special shout-out to King of the Dancehall, Beenie Man.
Mr. Vegas Unhappy With Preferential Treatment Given To Foreign Artists That Sample Dancehall
The preferential treatment being given to foreign artists over Jamaican nationals, where the sampling of Reggae and Dancehall music is concerned, according to Mr.
Vybz Kartel Salutes Haiti On Flag Day
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel saluted Haiti on the country’s Flag Day yesterday. The Life We Living singer took to Instagram to pay tribute to the country on the occasion of the Republic’s annual flag day, which is an important day in Afro-Caribbean history.
‘Don’t Crucify Dem,’ Agent Sasco Pleads For Misguided Juveniles In New Child Month Track
In observation of Child’s Month and Jamaica’s appalling juvenile delinquency levels, Agent Sasco has taken to the studio to voice a song titled Don’t Crucify Dem, which, among other things, takes aim at irresponsible parents, and their role in the plight of their children.
Mr. Vegas Defends Ms. Kitty, One1Can Says Vegas Is “Attracted” To Him
Dancehall artist Mr. Vegas jumped to the defence of broadcaster Khadene ‘Ms. Kitty’ Hylton in an online video where he attacked former journalist-cum-singer One1Can as a “sissy” , ‘maama-man” and other pejorative labels.
Is Skillibeng’s ‘Crocodile Teeth’ The Next Beat Box?
Though the hit song Brik Pan Brik launched him to stardom, Skillibeng is seeing new levels of success thanks to Crocodile Teeth’s crossover appeal.
“Teachable Moment,” Ce’cile And Usain Bolt Weigh In On Sprint Champ Antonio Watson’s “Offensive Gesture”
Dancehall’s Bad Gyal Ce’Cile and retired sprinter turned Dancehall producer Usain Bolt have both commented on the imbroglio involving national sprinter and ISSA/GraceKennedy Boys’ Athletics Championships Class One 200m winner Antonio Watson, over gestures the Petersfield High School student made at the end of the race at the National Stadium on Saturday.
Mr. G Says Khago Is Most Disliked Person In Dancehall
Veteran Dancehall artist Mr. G might have stirred up a hornet’s nest after he posted a video message on his Instagram page he said was aimed at Tun Up di Ting artist Khago, hurling insults and demanding that the Manchester native stop ‘calling up his name’.
Skillibeng And Nicki Minaj’s ‘Crocodile Teeth’ Remix Tops YouTube Music Trending Following Weekend Release
Skillibeng not only had the last laugh but the hottest weekend debut after his official Crocodile Teeth Remix with Nicki Minaj topped YouTube trending in Jamaica for three consecutive days.
Beenie Man Fined $150,000 For Breaching DRMA
Dancehall star Beenie Man was slapped with a $150,000 fine in the St Elizabeth Parish Court today after pleading guilty earlier on April 19th for breaching the Disaster Risk Management Act (DRMA).