Dancehall Deejay Rygin King Thanks Fans For Support After Shooting, Promises New Music
Dancehall artist Rygin King has thanked fans for their continued prayers and support, nearly nine months after he was shot multiple times.
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Konshens Releases ‘Can’t Stay Sober’ Ahead Of New Album ‘Red Reign’
Dancehall artist Konshens released his newest single Can’t Stay Sober on Thursday, leading up to the release of his upcoming album Red Reign.
Dancehall Artist D British Allegedly Murdered By Her Ex-Boyfriend In Clarendon
The Dancehall industry recoiled in horror at gruesome images that emerged last night of the mutilated body of a promising young female dancehall artiste, who performs under the nom de guerre, D British.
Dancehall Artist Xklusive Arrested, Was Wanted For Questioning In Triple Murder
Dancehall artist Xklusive was arrested in St. Ann during a police raid earlier this week. The artist, who was being sought for questioning in connection with a triple murder, was among some 39 persons who were initially held in a pre-dawn raid at a popular guesthouse in Discovery Bay, St.
Vybz Kartel Dishes On The First Time He Was Booed On Stage In New Surprise Album ‘X-Rated’
Dancehall’s very prolific deejay, Vybz Kartel surprised fans yesterday with the release of a mini-album that he has dubbed X-Rated.
Mutabaruka Not Impressed By Clarks’ New ‘Jamaica Pack’ Collection
Jamaican dub poet Mutabaruka is paying close attention to Clarks Originals’ announcement of a ‘Jamaica Pack’ line and their promises to use some Reggae and Dancehall artists as brand ambassadors to promote the collection.
Bounty Killer & Lady Saw Strike RIAA Gold With No Doubt, The Warlord Gets Over Controversial ‘Hey Baby’ Video
It seems to have taken Bounty Killer nearly 20 years to get over his wrath, following American band No Doubt’s insertion, against his wishes, of a naked man in the music video for their Grammy-winning, and now Gold-selling collab Hey Baby.
Mavado’s Son Dantay Brooks Gets Life Sentence For Home Invasion Murder
Dantay Brooks, the 18-year-old son of Dancehall entertainer Mavado, and his co-accused Andre Hinds were sentenced to life in prison for murder, in the Home Circuit Court today.
Dexta Daps Catches Flak For Tory Lanez Collab, Amid Megan Thee Stallion Assault Allegations
Dancehall singjay Dexta Daps pulled out all the stops for the Call Me If (Remix), paying homage to the ‘Culture’ while leaving the ladies in their feels.
Yellowman’s Song ‘Mr. Chin’ Featured On ‘Boogie’ Movie Soundtrack
The original King of the Dancehall, Yellowman has had his song Mr. Chin placed in the movie Boogie, a basketball drama and coming-of-age tale about Queens prodigy Alfred “Boogie” Chin.
Two Dancehall Deejays Arrested, Charged For Lottery Scamming
Two men, who claimed to be recording artists, were arrested and charged with lottery scamming offenses on Thursday when members of the Anti-Lottery Scamming Task Force carried out a special operation in Ducketts Road, Cambridge, St James.
The Story Of ‘Bam Bam’: Dancehall Singer Pliers Almost Didn’t Record The Hit Song
Out of many classics born in Dancehall’s heyday, Chaka Demus & Pliers’ lovers rock anthem Bam Bam is one for the ages.
Spotify Says It Does Not Pay Artists
Since the emergence of streaming across the world there has been mixed reviews on whether it is good for the music industry.
Incarcerated Dancehall Artist Shawn Storm To Release Debut EP ‘Freedom Street’
Portmore Empire artist Shawn Storm marches on even though he remains behind bars. The incarcerated dancehall deejay is set to release his debut EP, Freedom Street, at the end of this month, March 31.
Nesbeth’s Manager Still Alive After Being Shot In The Face
Road manager of Reggae artist Nesbeth, known in the industry as Mr. Drummond, was shot by an unknown assailant in Portmore on Tuesday.
Blak Ryno Explains Why He Will Continue Skin Bleaching
Dancehall artist Blak Ryno is unfazed by the heavy criticism he received when he unveiled a new lighter skin tone earlier this week.
Sizzla Voices ‘No Vaccine’ Protest Song
Unlike some of his musical counterparts who have chosen to grumble away on social media about lockdowns, mask-wearing and the coronavirus vaccine, Reggae star Sizzla Kalonji has frontally documented his anti-vaccine stance, in a new song tentatively titled No Vaccine.
Usain Bolt Foundation Donates 150 Laptops To Schools In Rural Jamaica
Retired Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt has donated 150 laptops, valued at $40,000USD, to schools in rural Jamaica through his charitable foundation.
Elephant Man’s Immigration Violation Case Continues
Dancehall artist Elephant Man appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court today to face charges of making a false declaration to Jamaican immigration authorities.
Clarks Originals Says Endorsement Deals Are Coming For Dancehall Artists
British footwear brand Clarks Originals says it will be engaging in endorsement deals with Reggae and Dancehall artists to promote its new ‘Jamaica Pack’ line, which is set to be officially be launched in April.