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Beres Hammond, Popcaan Leave Fans In Their Feels With Touching Moment And A “Modern Classic”

By Sasha Lee Tue, March 2 2021, 09:44 AM EST

The Sunday night link-up between two generations of greatness, Beres Hammond and Popcaan, set the tone for the week according to fans.

Usain Bolt Says He Should Have Pursued Football In Europe

By Claudia Gardner Mon, March 1 2021, 09:17 PM EST

Six months after he was lampooned in a Sportsmax column, about his “laborious months of campaigning” in 2017 to become a professional footballer being nothing more than a “glorified publicity stunt”, track icon, now Dancehall music producer, Usain Bolt, is insisting that if he had remained in Europe, he would have reaped success.

Shenseea Named BET’s Amplified Artist Of The Month

By Shirvan Williams Mon, March 1 2021, 08:28 PM EST

Sultry Dancehall songstress Shenseea can now add another impressive accolade to her promising career as she has been named BET’s Amplified Artist of the Month.

Kabaka Pyramid Jumps Into Production With First Juggling Riddim

By Shirvan Williams Mon, March 1 2021, 07:25 PM EST

Having established himself as an advocate and a voice for equal rights, especially for people of color, reggae singer Kabaka Pyramid has made the leap into production.

‘Power’ Star Michael Rainey Jr. Gets Death Threats From Alkaline Fans After Hailing Gaza, Vybz Kartel Claps Back

By Sasha Lee Mon, March 1 2021, 12:25 PM EST

American actor Michael Rainey Jr. of STARZ’s Power franchise recently received death threats from Alkaline’s Vendetta fans after he made a series of IG Story posts from a separate account comparing the Champion Boy and the Worl’ Boss Vybz Kartel.

Jah Cure Cops Another Chic Mercedes Benz, Links Up With Former Nemesis Beenie Man

By Sasha Lee Mon, March 1 2021, 11:50 AM EST

Reggae crooner Jah Cure was seen showing out over the weekend, with his brand new Mercedez Benz and good friend, King of the Dancehall, Beenie Man.

Spice Takes An Embarrassing L For ‘Zambie’ Comments On NARS Cosmetics

By Claudine Baugh Mon, March 1 2021, 01:06 AM EST

Spice put her foot in her mouth over the weekend while attempting to call out NARS Cosmetics for what she perceived to be insensitive branding on one of their products.

Dancehall Queen Spice Talks “Major, Historic” Collab With Sean Paul And Shaggy

By Sasha Lee Sun, February 28 2021, 09:19 PM EST

Love and Hip Hop: Atlanta star and Queen of Dancehall Spice is proud of the “major, historic” collaboration with Sean Paul and Shaggy, which she has lined up for her upcoming album, TEN.

Bounty Killer Shares Unreleased Vybz Kartel Collab From 2006: “Good Looking”

By Sasha Lee Sun, February 28 2021, 10:51 AM EST

The Warlord went into his archives recently, treating fans to a flashback of a song featuring none other than his former protégé Vybz Kartel.

Masicka’s New Album: Everything We Know So Far About ‘4.3.8.’

By Shirvan Williams Sun, February 28 2021, 09:56 AM EST

Dancehall artist Masicka has had fans eagerly awaiting his debut album, after dropping several hints this year.

Usain Bolt Laments Tardiness, Unprofessionalism & Lack Of Structure In Dancehall Industry

By Claudia Gardner Sat, February 27 2021, 05:15 PM EST

Usain Bolt, is not happy with some Dancehall artists’ tardiness and apparent lack of respect for time.

Usain Bolt And His ‘A-Team’ Fire Back At Popcaan Comments In New Song: “Say Less”

By Claudia Gardner Sat, February 27 2021, 05:03 PM EST

Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt and his A-Team appear to have taken aim at Dancehall star Popcaan’s dismissive comments in a new song they call Say Less.

Shenseea, Rapper Lil Tjay Working On A Collab In Jamaica

By Shirvan Williams Sat, February 27 2021, 04:42 PM EST

New York rapper Lil Tjay has been in Jamaica over the last week, and it seems he intends to make the most of his trip after he was spotted with Dancehall songstress Shenseea in the studio.

Beenie Man Explains How He Only Needs 10 Minutes To Make A Hit Song

By Shirvan Williams Sat, February 27 2021, 02:37 PM EST

As a veteran, you learn the tricks of the trade along the way that help you to hone your craft.

Tanya Stephens Is On Tinder

By Shirvan Williams Sat, February 27 2021, 12:59 PM EST

Dancehall veteran Tanya Stephens has revealed that she joined Tinder, but she’s only on the ‘hookup’ app for socializing.

Bounty Killer Still Grieving Mother ‘Miss Ivy’ After Nine Years: “Still Feels Like Yesterday”

By Claudia Gardner Sat, February 27 2021, 01:20 AM EST

Even as his Seaview Gardens compatriot Shabba Ranks, mourns the death of his mother Constance Christie, Dancehall veteran Bounty Killer says he is still grieving the loss of his own mother Ivy ‘Miss Ivy’ Williams, who died nine years ago, on February 26.

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